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WorksheetsBuilding Laws Quiz 1- PD 1096
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 45mins
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?
10K
15K
20K
25K
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
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.
Secretary of the DPWH
Building Official
construction inspector
barangay captain
Which of the following are exempt from fees?
Public bldgs
Single family dwellings made of native materials, costing PHP15,000 or less
Hospitals
According to the Building Code, how many sets of plans and specifications must be submitted when applying for a permit?
3
5
6
7
According to Article 1723 of the Civil Code, who shall be held liable if a building collapses due to defects in the plans?
The architect or the engineer who drew up the plans
The contractor and the construction supervisor
The Building Official who reviewed and approved the plans
he architect or the engineer who drew up the plans
and
The contractor and the construction supervisor
Before using or occupying a completed building, this document must be issued first.
Bldg permit
Cert of Inspection
Cert of Compliance
Cert of Occupancy
The Building Code requires that the owner hire a full-time inspector for the construction. This inspector must be a:
Licensed Architect
Licensed CE
Licensed Contractor
This term refers to any new construction which increases the height or area of an existing building.
Alteration
Renovation
Addition
Conversion
This type of construction is four-hour fire-resistive throughout.
I
II
III and IV
V
The provisions of the National Building Code apply to all public and private buildings except for:
BP 220 projects
PD 957 projects
Projects that only involve non- structural repairs
Projects that only involve alteration and renovation
In which fire zone can Type 3 constructions be built?
Non- restricted Zone
Fire restrictive Zone
Highly Fire restrictive Zone
All zones
Which repair requires a permit?
Repair of a solid wood door that is used as an exit
Repair of a minor beam supporting a secondary balcony
Repair of all drywall partitions in a three-story house
None of these require a permit
1. Which of the following is not a ground to declare a building as dangerous?
Structural Hazard
Fire Hazard
Unsafe mechanical installation
Aesthetic deficiency
