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What is the main purpose of site development?
What is the main purpose of site development?
What factors are considered in the guiding criteria for site selection?
What factors are considered in the guiding criteria for site selection?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic examined in site suitability?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic examined in site suitability?
What is included in the typical contents of a site development plan?
What is included in the typical contents of a site development plan?
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Which statement best describes 'land development plans'?
Which statement best describes 'land development plans'?
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What is the primary purpose of separating storm drainage from the sewerage system?
What is the primary purpose of separating storm drainage from the sewerage system?
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Where should a drainage outfall be directed?
Where should a drainage outfall be directed?
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Which of the following is NOT a component of the water distribution system?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the water distribution system?
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What is one of the necessary items to bring for the next meeting as part of the homework?
What is one of the necessary items to bring for the next meeting as part of the homework?
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In the in-class activity, what is the primary task to be accomplished regarding the field activity?
In the in-class activity, what is the primary task to be accomplished regarding the field activity?
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What is required for the elevation of roads within a subdivision?
What is required for the elevation of roads within a subdivision?
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Which licensed professional is responsible for the drainage and sewer layout?
Which licensed professional is responsible for the drainage and sewer layout?
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What is the required height for concrete curb and gutters constructed at the perimeter of the road?
What is the required height for concrete curb and gutters constructed at the perimeter of the road?
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What is a key planning consideration to ensure safe road intersections?
What is a key planning consideration to ensure safe road intersections?
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What is the maximum gradient allowed for dropped curbs at pedestrian crossings?
What is the maximum gradient allowed for dropped curbs at pedestrian crossings?
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What is the minimum corner cut required to facilitate better visibility at block corners?
What is the minimum corner cut required to facilitate better visibility at block corners?
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Which document requires a Registered Licensed Geodetic Engineer for signatory?
Which document requires a Registered Licensed Geodetic Engineer for signatory?
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Which of the following easement zones is applicable in agricultural areas as per the Water Code?
Which of the following easement zones is applicable in agricultural areas as per the Water Code?
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What aspect of roadway design should be avoided to enhance vehicle movement?
What aspect of roadway design should be avoided to enhance vehicle movement?
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How deep should the joints cut into hardened concrete slabs be designed?
How deep should the joints cut into hardened concrete slabs be designed?
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Who is responsible for the design of the sewage treatment plant?
Who is responsible for the design of the sewage treatment plant?
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What is the recommended minimum width for walkways or sidewalks?
What is the recommended minimum width for walkways or sidewalks?
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In designing roads, which consideration should be observed regarding road intersections?
In designing roads, which consideration should be observed regarding road intersections?
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What must be considered during the planning of a drainage system?
What must be considered during the planning of a drainage system?
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What is the ratio of designated parking slots for persons with disabilities in relation to standard parking slots?
What is the ratio of designated parking slots for persons with disabilities in relation to standard parking slots?
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Which area requires the largest easement zone as specified by the Water Code?
Which area requires the largest easement zone as specified by the Water Code?
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Study Notes
Site Development
- Involves the preparation of land for building or other uses.
- Transforms a raw parcel of land to meet various needs, like housing, commercial, industrial, or recreational.
- Site selection involves identifying appropriate locations for a specific development.
Site Suitability
- Considers the site's technical qualities and its ability to meet development requirements.
- Factors considered include:
- Topography
- Slope
- Soil characteristics
- Facilities:
- Water supply
- Power supply
- Drainage outfall
Site Development Plans: Typical Contents
- Cover Sheet: Project title, vicinity and location maps, northings, scale, table of contents.
- Site Development Plan: Site plan, land use percentages, total number of lots, northings, scale, contour lines, road numbers, block and lot numbers.
- Topographic Map: Topographic map, technical description, TCT number, benchmark, northings, scale.
- Road Layout: Road layout, road numbers and stationing, road right-of-way, contour lines, details, northings, scale.
- Road Profile and Lot Grading Plans: Road profiles, road sections, site grading, original ground elevation, designed grade elevation, details of slope protection, northings, scale.
- Drainage Layout: Drainage layout, canal/pipe sizes, flow direction, details, contour lines, northings, scale.
- Water System Layout: Water system layout, pipe sizes, appurtenances, details, northings, scale.
Signatories for Land Development Plan
- Relocation and Boundary Survey, Topographic and Structural Map, Survey: Registered Licensed Geodetic Engineer.
- Site Development Plan, Subdivision Plan, Road Layout, Road Profile and Lot Grading Plans: Registered Licensed Civil Engineer.
- Waterline Layout, Drainage and Sewer Layout: Registered Licensed Sanitary Engineer.
- Sewage Treatment Plant Design: Registered Licensed Mechanical Engineer and/or Registered Licensed Sanitary Engineer.
- Street Lighting Layout, Power Distribution Layout: Professional Electrical Engineer.
- Fire Protection System: Professional Mechanical Engineer.
Aspects of Land Development: Planning Considerations
- Hierarchy of Roads: Observe the hierarchy of roads within the subdivision. Road elevations should conform to the natural topography.
- Road Intersections: Minimize road intersections and blind corners. Streets should intersect at right angles.
- Offsets: Offsets should be far enough to prevent vehicles from cutting diagonally across the road.
- Corner Cuts: Cut a corner portion of the block to allow smooth vehicle changes and better visibility. The minimum corner cut is 3.00 meters for chopped.
Road Right of Way (RROW)
- Typical RROWs:
- 6.5 meters
- 8.0 meters
- 12.0 meters
- 14.0 meters
Easement
- Article 51 of Presidential Decree No. 1067 (The Water Code) states that the banks of rivers and streams, shores of seas and lakes have public use easements with these zones:
- 3 meters in urban areas
- 20 meters in agricultural areas
- 40 meters in forest areas.
Road Work Details
- Curbs and Gutters: Concrete curb and gutters are built at the road's perimeter to reinforce the road surface. They are at least 0.275 meters high to allow water to flow at depth.
- Construction Joints: Used to strengthen the slab. Properly designed and spaced joints minimize cracking outside the joint area. Sawed into hardened concrete with a depth of approximately 1/4 of the pavement slab thickness.
Accessibility
- Dropped Curbs: Provided at pedestrian crossings and the end of footpaths. Ramped towards adjoining curbs with a gradient not more than 1:12. Sloped towards the road with a maximum cross gradient of 1:20 to prevent water accumulation.
- Walkways/Sidewalks: Kept level and provided with slip-resistant materials. Minimum width of 1.20 meters.
- Parking for Persons with Disabilities: Allocated at a ratio of 1 slot for every 8 parking lots.
Planting Strips and Greening
- Referenced by BP 220 and PD 957.
Drainage System
- Should be preceded by accurate field surveys.
- Consider meteorological conditions, rainfall, atmospheric temperature, and dry weather days to minimize the effects of hazardous occurrences.
- Wastewater Treatment: Sewage should be treated before being discharged to the ground or waterways.
- Storm Drainage: Storm drainage and sewerage systems are separately designed for better treatment of sewage and enhanced Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) performance.
- Drainage Outfall: Directed to discharge in the direction of flow in the main waterways.
Water Distribution System
- Service Connections
- Fire Hydrant System
- Pipe Trench
- Pipe Thrust Block
Electrical System
- Electrical Poles
- Solar Street Lights
Other Considerations
- Perimeter Fence
- Slope Protection
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This quiz covers the essentials of site development and suitability. It explores the process of transforming raw land for various uses, factors affecting site selection, and the typical contents of site development plans. Test your knowledge on identifying suitable locations and understanding site technical qualities.
