Philippine Minor Construction Permit Quiz
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What types of repairs are not involving structural members as per the text?

  • Repairs of garden pools 500mm deep or shallower
  • Repairs of garden masonry walls
  • Repairs of doors
  • Repairs of plumbing fixtures (correct)
  • What documents are required for permit application if the lot is NOT owned?

  • Contract of Lease or Deed of Absolute Sale (correct)
  • Application forms
  • OCT or TCT, Tax declaration, Current real property tax receipt
  • Five sets of plans and specs signed and sealed by various professionals
  • How long is the liability period for the engineer or architect who drew up the plans and specs as per Article 1723 of the Civil Code?

  • 5 years
  • 20 years
  • 10 years
  • 15 years (correct)
  • Which type of construction does not require permit issuance within 15 days from payment of fees?

    <p>Construction of garden masonry walls exceeding 1.20m in height</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum required air space per person in a habitable room?

    <p>$3.00$ cubic meters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who would be liable if a building collapses due to defects in construction or the use of inferior materials?

    <p>Contractor along with the construction supervisor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be submitted for permit application if the lot is owned?

    <p>OCT or TCT, Tax declaration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum required floor area per person in a habitable room?

    <p>$1.00$ square meter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum required area of windows in a habitable room?

    <p>10% of floor area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a prohibited use for an easement?

    <p>Residential</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum required dimension for a room to be considered a habitable room?

    <p>$2.00$ meters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an encouraged use for an easement?

    <p>Esplanade developments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum allowable Total Gross Floor Area (TGFA) for a building, according to the information provided?

    <p>The maximum TGFA depends on the number of floors and the building's footprint, as specified in Table VII.1 on page 84 of Rule 7 &amp; 8.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the building height limit (BHL) determined, according to the information provided?

    <p>The BHL depends on the zoning of the property and is given in Table VII.2 on page 89.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the established grade line determined for the purpose of measuring building height?

    <p>If the grade difference is less than 3 meters, the highest grade is used. If the difference is more than 3 meters, the average grade is used.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum height allowed for towers, spires, and steeples on a building, according to the information provided?

    <p>Towers, spires, and steeples made of combustible materials are limited to 6.0 meters above the building height limit (BHL).</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the required road right-of-way (RROW) width affect the building height limit (BHL)?

    <p>A wider RROW of 6-7 meters allows for a taller building of up to 3.0 storeys or 9.0 meters, while a narrower RROW of 0-3 meters limits the building to 2.0 storeys or 6.0 meters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the building's Percent Site Occupancy (PSO) or Allowable Maximum Building Footprint (AMBF) in relation to its building height?

    <p>The volume or bulk of the building is constant, so a building with a lesser PSO or AMBF may be built higher than one with a higher PSO or AMBF.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum slope allowed for a driveway ramp connecting the carriageway to the sidewalk/curb when the curb height is 200mm or lower?

    <p>1/3 to 1/4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When the street slope is 1/10, what is the requirement for the sidewalk grade according to the text?

    <p>The sidewalk shall be maintained level for every 20-40 meters of run, each level joined by a ramp of a slope not exceeding 1/6</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the requirement for the planting strip when the sidewalk width is 2.00m or more?

    <p>The planting strip must be at least 800mm wide and can be up to 1/3 of the sidewalk width</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the requirement for the driveway and sidewalk when the curb height is greater than 200mm?

    <p>A curb cutout for the driveway may be allowed, and the driveway may be constructed along the entire width of the sidewalk. The sidewalk and driveway shall be joined by a ramp with a slope of not more than 1/8.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should the sidewalk follow the street slope?

    <p>When the street slope does not exceed 1/12</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the planting strip mentioned in the text?

    <p>To separate the curb from the sidewalk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between the Total Open Space within Lot (TOSL) and the Unpaved Surface Area (USA)?

    <p>TOSL is equal to USA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula for calculating the Total Lot Area (TLA)?

    <p>TLA = MACA + USA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT included in the calculation of Gross Floor Area (GFA)?

    <p>Vertical penetrations in parking floors used for residential or commercial purposes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between the Allowable Maximum Building Footprint (AMBF) and the Gross Floor Area (GFA)?

    <p>AMBF is a percentage of GFA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between the Total Gross Floor Area (TGFA) and the Gross Floor Area (GFA)?

    <p>TGFA includes all enclosed floor areas, while GFA excludes certain areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

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