Any physical change made on a building/structure to increase its value, utility and/or to improve its aesthetic quality.

• Alteration

• Renovation

• Addition

• Modification

According to the National Building Code, what is the maximum cost of a traditional family dwelling?

• PHP10,000

• PHP15,000

• PHP20,000

• PHP25,000

Which of the following requires a building permit?

• Garden pools 500mm deep or shallower

• Repairs of doors, floors, windows, or fences

• Repairs of load-bearing partition walls

• An open terrace 15sqm in area

Answer explanation

Only repairs of non-load-bearing components are exempt.

This person is tasked with the enforcement of the National Building Code in his or her jurisdiction. He/she issues, denies, suspends, or revokes building permits.

• The Secretary of the DPWH

• The Building Official

• The construction inspector

• The barangay captain

Which of the following are exempt from fees?

• a. Public buildings

• b. Single family dwellings made of native materials, costing PHP15,000 or less

• c. Hospitals

• Both A and B

Answer explanation

Note: B is describing traditional family dwellings.

According to the Building Code, how many sets of plans and specifications must be submitted when applying for a permit?

• 3 sets

• 5 sets

• 6 sets

• 7 sets

According to Article 1723 of the Civil Code, who shall be held liable if a building collapses due to defects in the plans?

• a. The architect or the engineer who drew up the plans

• b. The contractor and the construction supervisor

• c. The Building Official who reviewed and approved the plans

• Both A and B

Answer explanation

The contractor is not liable because the cause of the collapse isn’t defective construction or inferior materials. And the Building Official is never implicated in Article 1723 of the Civil Code.

Before using or occupying a completed building, this document must be issued first.

• Building permit

• Certificate of inspection

• Certificate of compliance

• Certificate of occupancy

The Building Code requires that the owner hire a full-time inspector for the construction. This inspector must be a:

• a. Licensed architect

• b. Licensed civil engineer

• c. Licensed contractor

• Either A or B

This term refers to any new construction which increases the height or area of an existing building.

• Addition

• Alteration

• Renovation

• Conversion