Plan Check Review and Building Specifications
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What role do building codes play in structural design?

  • Decide the location of the building
  • Determine the color palette of the building
  • Calculate the number of windows in the building
  • Help engineers find the appropriate sizes of structural members (correct)

    • What does stiffness refer to in structural engineering?

  • The shape of the building
  • The location of the building
  • The ability of a member to resist deformation under force (correct)
  • The color of the materials used in construction

    • How is stiffness expressed in structural engineering?

  • In colors per inch
  • In pounds per force
  • In pounds per degree for color variations
  • In pounds per inch for tensile or compressive forces (correct)

    • What information can engineers find using building code dimension tables?

    <p>Sizes of structural members</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do buildings withstand more loads than they are likely to bear?

    <p>To abide by safety regulations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of calculating a member's stiffness and strength in structural design?

    <p>To assess the member's ability to resist deformation and forces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of specifications in a building project?

    <p>To describe the construction work required for the project</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are structural calculations important in the plan check review process?

    <p>To ensure correctness and accuracy in the structural design</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of having a design contingency in cost estimates?

    <p>To provide a probable cost of construction at completion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between drawings and specifications in a building project?

    <p>They complement each other in describing the construction work</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common reason for carrying out a quantity survey during different design phases?

    <p>To provide a probable cost of construction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what order are specifications typically organized?

    <p>By divisions and sections representing trades involved</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the building permits required in the Philippines?

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

    How many complete sets of Detailed Plans are required for a building permit in the Philippines?

    <p>Five sets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a building permit according to the text?

    <p>To ensure safety and compliance with regulations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the documents needed if the property is not registered under the name of the applicant?

    <p>Affidavit of Consent of the Lot Owner for the construction of building/house</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who typically prepares the final and most accurate estimate of construction cost according to the text?

    <p>A consultant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which professional must sign and seal the Bill of Materials and Specification document for a building permit?

    <p>Civil engineer or architect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What permit is needed specifically for a billboard according to the text?

    <p>Billboard permit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of having a building permit?

    <p>To reduce public health hazards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many copies of Current Tax Receipt are required for a building permit in the Philippines?

    <p>Five copies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who issues the building permit according to the text?

    <p>Local authorities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a building permit indicate according to the text?

    <p>That the work drawings are prepared by a registered professional and submitted to the governing authority</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of space planning in technical documentation building system design?

    <p>Efficient use of spaces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does having a building permit save money according to the text?

    <p>By reducing potential hazards of unsafe construction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered an issue to be addressed before space planning?

    <p>Color scheme of the space</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be planned adequately to ensure that a space or room is well lit according to the text?

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

    Why is it important to consider environmental controls in space planning?

    <p>To improve energy efficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines the necessary rooms and areas that should be considered in space planning?

    <p>Number and demands of occupants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In space planning, what is one way to avoid issues related to safety and protection?

    <p>Proper building construction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Building Design and Construction Process

    • The building design and construction process involves three stages: space planning, structural calculations, and specifications.

    Space Planning

    • Space planning refers to the utilization of space and how it is laid out and planned for efficient use.
    • Key considerations in space planning include:
      • Budget and time constraints
      • Separation of activities into zones
      • Intended use of the space
      • Number of occupants
      • Need for or availability of windows and doors
      • Access and use of the space for people with disabilities
      • Requirement for furniture, fixtures, and fittings
      • Balancing and symmetry of the space
      • Security, safety, and privacy
      • Environmental controls and welfare facilities
      • Views and surroundings
      • Need for flexibility or future growth

    Calculations

    • Structural calculations involve working out the design load and designing the structure accordingly.
    • Engineers use building code dimension tables to find the appropriate sizes of structural members.
    • They also calculate the stiffness and strength of members.
    • Stiffness refers to a member's ability to resist deformation when subjected to a force.
    • Stiffness is expressed as a ratio of force to deformation.

    Specifications

    • Specifications are written descriptions of the construction work required for a project.
    • Drawings are a diagrammatic presentation of the construction work.
    • Specifications are addressed to the prime contractor and are organized into divisions and sections.
    • Sample content of specifications includes:
      • General requirements
      • Site work
      • Concrete
      • Masonry
      • Metals
      • Woods and plastics
      • Thermal and moisture protection
      • Doors and windows
      • Finishes
      • Specialties
      • Equipment
      • Furnishings
      • Special construction
      • Conveying systems
      • Mechanical
      • Electrical

    Quantity Survey and Cost Estimates

    • A quantity survey provides a probable cost of construction at completion of the schematic design, design development, and construction document phases.
    • A design contingency is usually carried in cost estimates.
    • The architect prepares a final and most accurate estimate of construction cost at completion of the construction documents.

    Building Permit

    • A building permit is an official certificate of permission issued by local authorities to construct, enlarge, or alter a building.
    • Importance of having a building permit:
      • Ensures safety by reducing potential hazards of unsafe construction
      • Ensures that construction projects meet safety requirements
      • Protects property values
      • Saves money
      • Makes reselling easier
    • Types of building permits:
      • Residential building permit
      • Commercial building permit
      • Revision building permit
      • Demolition building permit

    Building Permit Requirements in the Philippines

    • Building permit application forms (5 copies) duly signed and sealed by engineers concerned
    • Electrical permit forms (3 copies)
    • Sanitary permit forms (3 copies)
    • Five (5) complete sets of detailed plans
    • For construction of two-storey building: Structural design analysis – signed and sealed by Civil Engineer at every page
    • For construction of more than two-storey building:
      • Boring and plate load test
      • Seismic analysis
    • Proof of property
    • Photocopy of transfer certificate of title (TCT)
    • Photocopy of tax declaration of property (Certified True Copy) – 5 copies
    • Photocopy of current tax receipt (5 copies)
    • If property is not registered under the name of the applicant:
      • Submit 5 copies of any of the following:
        • Contract of lease
        • Contract of sale
        • Affidavit of consent of the lot owner
        • Deed of absolute sale
    • Permit billboard
    • Bill of materials and specification (5 copies) – signed and sealed by an engineer or architect at every page

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    Learn about the importance of structural calculations in the plan check review process by the local building department. Explore how specifications and drawings are essential elements in a building project.

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