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What defines a Row House?
What defines a Row House?
Which of the following best describes a Multi Family Dwelling?
Which of the following best describes a Multi Family Dwelling?
What is meant by 'Open Space' in housing regulations?
What is meant by 'Open Space' in housing regulations?
Socialized Housing aims to assist which group in society?
Socialized Housing aims to assist which group in society?
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Which of the following accurately describes 'Occupancy' in the context of building use?
Which of the following accurately describes 'Occupancy' in the context of building use?
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What consequence does an owner or developer face if they fail to develop a project as per approved plans?
What consequence does an owner or developer face if they fail to develop a project as per approved plans?
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What is required of owners or developers of socialized housing projects concerning homeowners?
What is required of owners or developers of socialized housing projects concerning homeowners?
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Which option denotes a characteristic of party walls in Row Houses?
Which option denotes a characteristic of party walls in Row Houses?
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What must be provided if the maximum block length exceeds 250 meters?
What must be provided if the maximum block length exceeds 250 meters?
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What is the required width for an alley in a subdivision?
What is the required width for an alley in a subdivision?
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What is the capacity requirement for an elevated reservoir or water tank?
What is the capacity requirement for an elevated reservoir or water tank?
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What is the minimum drainage pipe size required in a subdivision?
What is the minimum drainage pipe size required in a subdivision?
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How should roads intersect according to the guidelines?
How should roads intersect according to the guidelines?
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What is the minimum right-of-way for minor roads?
What is the minimum right-of-way for minor roads?
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What should be the setback requirement at both sides of the subdivision entrance?
What should be the setback requirement at both sides of the subdivision entrance?
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What is the requirement for sewage disposal systems in subdivisions?
What is the requirement for sewage disposal systems in subdivisions?
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What is the required minimum height for mezzanine floors?
What is the required minimum height for mezzanine floors?
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What is the maximum height variation allowed for risers in a single flight of stairs?
What is the maximum height variation allowed for risers in a single flight of stairs?
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What is the required minimum width for stairway runs that are winding or circular?
What is the required minimum width for stairway runs that are winding or circular?
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How far must a firewall extend horizontally beyond the outermost edge of the abutting living units?
How far must a firewall extend horizontally beyond the outermost edge of the abutting living units?
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What is the minimum requirement for septic tanks in residential housing projects?
What is the minimum requirement for septic tanks in residential housing projects?
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What type of roofing material is mandated for construction?
What type of roofing material is mandated for construction?
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What is the minimum clear height requirement for landings?
What is the minimum clear height requirement for landings?
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What is the minimum requirement for fire protection demand in housing projects?
What is the minimum requirement for fire protection demand in housing projects?
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What is the purpose of initiating a homeowners association among the project buyers and residents?
What is the purpose of initiating a homeowners association among the project buyers and residents?
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What must occur to the roads and open spaces after the completion of a project?
What must occur to the roads and open spaces after the completion of a project?
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What does the Separability Clause ensure about the rules?
What does the Separability Clause ensure about the rules?
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According to Section 25, when do these rules take effect?
According to Section 25, when do these rules take effect?
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What is a requirement for dwellings that contain more than two rooms?
What is a requirement for dwellings that contain more than two rooms?
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What exemption do rooms with two doors leading to the outside enjoy?
What exemption do rooms with two doors leading to the outside enjoy?
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What is the rule regarding paths of travel to the outside from any room?
What is the rule regarding paths of travel to the outside from any room?
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What is an exemption in housing projects?
What is an exemption in housing projects?
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What is required for every sleeping room in a dwelling?
What is required for every sleeping room in a dwelling?
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What does unnecessary hardship refer to?
What does unnecessary hardship refer to?
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What could prejudice intended beneficiaries potentially result in?
What could prejudice intended beneficiaries potentially result in?
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When was the resolution for housing projects approved?
When was the resolution for housing projects approved?
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Under what circumstances can project compliance be disregarded?
Under what circumstances can project compliance be disregarded?
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What is the primary characteristic of a project that may qualify for exemption?
What is the primary characteristic of a project that may qualify for exemption?
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Which of the following best describes the aim of the regulation referenced?
Which of the following best describes the aim of the regulation referenced?
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What is the primary consideration for granting exemptions in housing projects?
What is the primary consideration for granting exemptions in housing projects?
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What is the continuing obligation of the owner/developer regarding maintenance of trees?
What is the continuing obligation of the owner/developer regarding maintenance of trees?
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What must be done before a Certificate of Completion can be issued?
What must be done before a Certificate of Completion can be issued?
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What happens if any part of these rules is found to be unconstitutional or invalid?
What happens if any part of these rules is found to be unconstitutional or invalid?
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What is the effectivity period for the implementation of these Rules?
What is the effectivity period for the implementation of these Rules?
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What does the term 'Shade trees' refer to?
What does the term 'Shade trees' refer to?
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What is the recommended distance for planting shade trees along roads?
What is the recommended distance for planting shade trees along roads?
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What is the requirement for the number of trees to be planted in subdivision projects?
What is the requirement for the number of trees to be planted in subdivision projects?
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What does 'Variance' refer to in the context of low-cost housing projects?
What does 'Variance' refer to in the context of low-cost housing projects?
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Study Notes
Economic and Socialized Housing Guidelines
- Scope of BP 220 Implementing Rules: Applies to economic and socialized housing projects in urban and rural areas, encompassing house and lot or house only developments.
- Government Policy on Housing: Promotes and encourages private sector development of economic and socialized housing for low-income earners.
- Minimum Design Standards Objective: Provides a minimum quality standard for safety, health, and ecological considerations in economic and socialized housing.
- Basic Human Settlement Needs: Covers water, movement, storm drainage, waste disposal, parks/playgrounds, and power.
- Affordable Cost: A reasonable housing price based on the needs and capability of residents, along with acceptable financing schemes.
- Site Criteria for Housing Projects: Must be available for basic needs, comply with zoning, have physical suitability & accessibility.
- Subdivision Planning Considerations: Include area planning, site preservation/alteration, easements, and circulation.
- Subdivision Project Design: Must consider cost reduction, and future improvements.
- Mandatory Parks & Playgrounds: Subdivision projects with 1 hectare or more must have allocated park and playground areas, with a minimum size of at least 100 square meters allocated for parks and playgrounds in economic housing.
- Non-Saleable Areas: Conform to the minimum requirements for circulation, community facilities, and parks/playground areas in subdivisions.
- Community Facilities Allocation: Number of saleable lots in a subdivision project determines the required facilities (community center, commercial center, schools).
- Economic Housing Facility Allocation: 1.0 per hectare for subdivisions with less than 150 units. 1.5 for between 150 to 225 units, and 2.0 for projects exceeding 225 units.
- Purpose of Easements: Ensure compliance with relevant laws and authorities concerning water bodies, utility lines, and public entities within subdivisions.
- Road Design Criteria: Must comply with civil engineering standards and the general accessibility law.
- Major Road Right-of-Way: 10 meters.
- Planting Strips (PD 953): Must be observed according to specified road specifications.
- Road Pavement Thickness: Minimum 50mm for asphalt; 150mm for concrete for major roads, minor roads, and motor courts.
- Pathwalk Maximum Length: 60 meters in socialized housing projects.
- Single-Family Dwelling Minimum Floor Area (Economic Housing): 22 square meters.
- Dwelling Front Setback: Minimum 1.5 meters
- Fire Protection: Comply with the Fire Code of the Philippines and have fire hydrants available.
- Public Water Supply Connection: Mandatory if a public water supply system exists in the subdivision.
- Minimum Lot Areas (Housing Types): Specifications are provided based on housing type.
- Maximum Block Length: 400 meters, with a 2-meter alley required if exceeding 250 meters.
- Alley Width: 2 meters.
- Elevated Reservoir/Water Tank Capacity: Minimum capacity of 20 average daily demands + fire reserve.
- Sewage Disposal: Conform to the Philippine Sanitation Code, allowing for communal or individual septic tanks.
- Right-of-way for various subdivision projects (details regarding specific sizes of right-of-way)
- Drainage pipe size: minimum 300mm
- Garbage disposal: managed by local authorities or through homeowners associations.
- Sewer and drainage system (minimum for economic housing, minimum ceiling height, doorwidths, headroom for stairways etc):
- Additional requirements for permits in subdivisions: (additional requirements regarding zoning, environmental, etc.)
- Specific requirements for economic/socialized housing (number of parking spaces, parking size, types of materials in the drainage system, minimum concrete thickness, minimum compressive strength): various details related to these aspects
- Regulations for electrical supply and installations: (details given)
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This quiz covers the essential guidelines for economic and socialized housing, focusing on the scope of BP 220 implementing rules, government policies, and minimum design standards. It also examines site criteria, affordable costs, and basic human settlement needs, making it ideal for anyone interested in housing policy and urban planning.