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Architectural Design and Site Planning - Answers by Rai Bassig
Architectural Design and Site Planning - Answers by Rai Bassig
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<<ALL ANSWERS AND ANNOTATIONS BY ARCH.
RAI BASSIG>> Q#6. D. NorthEast (NE)
<<REVIEWER/QUESTIONNAIRE - SOURCE: Similar to Q#36!
UNKNOWN>> Note that the choices given are the actual orientation
where the Amihan wind will originate. If you plot the
*****PROJECT NO. 01***** project site and face the property from the main
RROW, the wind will be coming from the lower right
Situation 1 - Project No. 01 corner of the lot.
Q#20. C. 441
The question might have been phrased out-of-context
as it did not specify if the ceramic tiles will be or will
not be provided for the whole ground floor (including
or excluding the given bathroom dimensions). After
exploring all possible equations given the choices, my
answer was based on the premise that the
BATHROOM FLOORING will be a DIFFERENT tile
than the 0.30m x 0.30m ceramic tile to be used for the
other spaces of the ground floor. So,
Tile Qty. = TGFA (given in the problem) - Area of
Bathroom (given in the problem) / Area of 1 Tile
(given in the problem)
Tile Qty. = [(42.0 sqm) - (1.35m * 1.7m)] / (0.30m *
0.30m)
Tile Qty. = [(42.0 sqm) - (2.295 sqm)] / (0.09 sqm)
Tile Qty. = 39.705 sqm / 0.09 sqm
Tile Qty. = 441.11 or ABOUT 441 PCS
Q#21 to Q#30 (Project No. 01) firewalls are prohibited. Since the perimeter property
<<ALL ANSWERS AND ANNOTATIONS BY ARCH. wall's (i.e., the FENCE) purpose is just to
RAI BASSIG>> divide/delineate the adjacent property, it is logical to
<<REVIEWER/QUESTIONNAIRE - SOURCE: use the minimum thickness of CHB available. This
UNKNOWN>> way, there will be more open spaces at the property's
yards as compared to using thicker CHB's that will
Situation 5 - Project No. 01 serve no other purpose.
Q#87. A. 0.35
Similar to Q#27!
This is a very subjective question as no data is given
as to what purpose will the fixed countertop be used.
Standard countertop depths are usually at the vicinity
of about 600mm (or 0.60m), while semi-countertops
have a larger range from as low as 13" (330.2mm or
Q#91 to Q#104 (Project No. 04) conditioning condensing unit (ACCU) balconies,
<<ALL ANSWERS AND ANNOTATIONS BY ARCH. overhead water tanks,...xxx"
RAI BASSIG>>
<<REVIEWER/QUESTIONNAIRE - SOURCE: Situation 20 - Project No. 04
UNKNOWN>>
Q#96. B. General Institutional
*****PROJECT NO. 04***** Refer to IRR of PD1096, Table VII.1, under Group C
and Group D Use/Occupancy
Situation 19 - Project No. 04
Q#97. NONE OF THE CHOICES (i.e., ALL ARE
Q#91. C. 2.5 ZONED AS G.I.)
Refer to IRR of PD1096, Table VII.G.1, under As per the IRR of PD 1096, Table VII.1, there are 2
Institutional types of G.I. zones:
1) FOR GROUP C, "GI (General Institutional) - a
Q#92. C. 20,000 community to national level of institutional use or
GFA = TLA (Given) * FLAR (Q#91) occupancy, characterized mainly as low-rise,
GFA = 8,000 sqm * 2.5 medium-rise or high-rise building/structure for
GFA = 20,000 sqm EDUCATIONAL, TRAINING and related activities,
e.g., SCHOOLS and RELATED FACILITIES and the
Q#93. B. Not Stated like."
Refer to IRR of PD1096, Table VII.G.2 2) FOR GROUP D, "GI (General Institutional) - a
There is no mention of the conversion of GFA to community to national level of institutional use or
TGFA for Institutional Use/Occupancy. Among the occupancy, characterized mainly as low-rise,
other given choices, 33% are for R-1, C-3, I-2, I-3 and medium-rise or high-rise building/structure for
UTS only; 25% are for C-2 and I-1 only; and, 20% are MEDICAL, government service, administrative and
for Basic R-2, Basic R-3, R-4 and C-1 only. related activities, e.g., HOSPITALS and RELATED
HEALTH CARE FACILITIES, government offices,
Q#94. C. Lobby military, police and correctional buildings and the
Similar to Q#34! like."
Refer to IRR of PD1096, RULE VII Guidelines,
Application of Development Controls, Item f.i., which Choice a. (Children's hospital) falls under the
reads, Principal Group D-2 Use/GI-Zone
"Gross Floor Area (GFA) - the total floor Choice b. (Orphanage) falls under the Principal Group
space...xxx...such as office areas, residential areas, D-3 Use/GI-Zone and the Accessory Group D-1
corridors, LOBBIES and mezzanine level/s...xxx" Use/GI-Zone
Choice c. (Dance School) falls under the Principal
Q#95. A. Cooling tower area, if introduced Group C-2 Use/GI-Zone
Similar to Q#35! Choice d. (Kindergarten School) falls under the
Refer to IRR of PD1096, RULE VII Guidelines, Principal Group C-1 Use/GI-Zone
Application of Development Controls, Item f.i., which
reads, Therefore, ALL of the given choices ARE PRINCIPAL
"...and the GFA EXCLUDES the following: USES permitted for a GI Zoning Classification!
...xxx...(c) Uncovered areas for helipads, AIR-
CONDITIONING COOLING TOWERS or air- Q#98. C. Vocational training center
Refer to IRR of PD1096, Table VII.1, under Group C- worship room is actually a perk in a government
2, Accessory Use, Item 2, "Colleges, universities, building as the LGU acknowledges the needs of its
professional business schools, VOCATIONAL AND diverse demographics (in so far as religion is
TRADE SCHOOLS, technical schools and other concerned) that everyone should have a fair share
institutions of higher learning" and under Group D-1, and equal rights, despite differences in faith, in
Accessory Use, Item 2, "Rehabilitation and working towards a common goal in the service of the
VOCATIONAL TRAINING CENTER for ex-convicts, community under God (as promulgated in the
drug addicts, unwed mothers, physically, mentally Philippine Constitution).
and emotionally handicapped, ex-sanitaria inmates,
and similar establishments." Unlike the executive lounge which is exclusive, all the
other choices are diverse and inclusive.
Q#99. B. Institutional
Refer to IRR of PD1096, Table VII.1. Although it is Q#102. A. Gym
important to note that GI Zoning, apart from Group D Note that there are two Q#102's.
(Institutional - Government and Health Services), also Both Covered Parking and Multi-Purpose Rooms are
includes Group C (Education and Recreation). Among required for the Government Building to function as
the given choices, A. Recreational MAY also be a both areas are a necessity in the general use of the
correct answer. However, I selected B. Institutional for structure (the covered parking for
2 reasons: 1) The description of GI related to Group C transportation/accessibility and the multi-purpose
are "characterized mainly...xxx... for EDUCATIONAL, rooms for meetings/events/etc.). Daycare centers are
training and related activities...xxx"; and, 2) The given required in every baranggay as per law and they are
problem of the project is a low-rise national operated by the LGU through DSWD. The inclusion of
GOVERNMENT office. a daycare center in the project would also
acknowledge the LGU's commitment in providing for
Q#100. C. Turn court lot the basic education of children (especially for the
Refer to IRR of PD1096, Figure VIII.8, Table VIII.G.6, poor). The best answer among the given choices is
and Table VIII.G.7. The rest of the choices are all the gym, which is geared only to a select few, while
typical lot types. not serving as a basic requirement when compared
with the other choices.
Situation 21 - Project No. 04
Q#102. A. Electrical room
Q#101. A. Executive Lounge Note that there are two Q#102's. Similar to Q#13 and
An executive lounge, although an amenity by itself, Q#133!
would not be appropriate as an amenity for this The Electrical room pertains to a utility provision
particular project (Government Building). Executive (Electrical).
lounges cater to a select few, usually the so-called
"elite" or "upper-classes", which would be unfair to the Q#103. C. Guard locker and shower
rest of the community whose tax money also Similar to Q#14 and Q#134!
contributed to the construction of the building. A multi- The other choices, Cistern, Transformer Room, and
purpose room would be more appropriate to be used STP all pertain to utility provisions (Plumbing,
as a lounge room or for other purposes in case Electrical, and Sanitary Utilities, respectively).
dignitaries or special guests would visit the LGU.
Mini-conference rooms are also suitable for meetings, Q#104. C. Covered parking slots and fire reserve
discussions, hearings, etc. The interdenominational tanks
Similar to Q#15 and Q#135!
Although the choices are very subjective, the main
reason why choice C was selected as the best
answer is due to accessibility and maintenance
concerns. All of the other choices are suitable to be
located close to each other. Although a case can be
made regarding choice A that has the words "service
stairs" and "fire escapes" leading to a false conclusion
that there will be "2 stairs close to each other" and will
be redundant. However, the term "fire escapes" are
not limited to stairs alone. Fire escapes can be either
exit balconies, exit openings, exit corridors, and any
other form of egress during the occurrence of fire.
Choice C is the most uncommon spatial
interrelationship. If the fire reserve tanks are located
at the roof deck of a high-rise building, it is impractical
and illogical that covered parking slots will be located
there. In case the tanks are located in a basement or
a low-rise building, access during servicing would be
hindered when vehicles are parked close to the
reserve tanks.
Q#105 to Q#114 (Project No. 04) Q#109. C. Wall Hangings
<<ALL ANSWERS AND ANNOTATIONS BY ARCH. Wall Hangings are forms of furnishing/decoration
RAI BASSIG>> (under CSI Master Specification Division 12.00.00-
<<REVIEWER/QUESTIONNAIRE - SOURCE: FURNISHINGS) that ONLY INDIRECTLY AFFECTS
UNKNOWN>> the architectural design consideration for the project
as compared to the other given choices.
Situation 22 - Project No. 04
Situation 23 - Project No. 04
Q#105. A. Space planning and operations survey
Since the project is a national government office, prior Q#110. B. 1.3 x 1.3
to drafting the schematic designs, an analysis of the The question cannot be directly answered without
operational component must be performed for the accepting assumptions (which are risky). In sizing
said office. This is usually part of the Pre-Design columns, factors such as the height of the column, the
Services wherein Space Management Studies based total # of storeys, the total loads per area, and the
on ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE and column material must be considered as a minimum.
FUNCTIONAL SET-UP will serve as basis for the None of these factors are given in the problem.
development of the architectural plan/design (refer to However, based on PRELIMINARY SIZING and
SPP Doc. 201, Item 2.9). In space planning, the calculated ASSUMPTIONS, a very rough sizing can
adequate sizes and appropriate configuration and be achieved.
assemblage for a proposed project is determined. Since the problem is a LOW-RISE government
However, this can only be done mainly through building, the # of storeys will be assumed at the
PRIMARY DATA GATHERING such as maximum permitted by the NBCP, which is 5 storeys
INTERVIEWS, CONSULTATIONS, INTERFACES, @ 15 meters total BHL (refer to IRR of PD 1096,
FOCUS GROUP DISCUSSIONS, SPACE PLANNING Glossary, under Height of Building, Low-Rise, and
SURVEYS, SPACE AUDITS, etc. (refer to SPP Doc. IRR of PD 1096, Table VII.2).
201, Item 2.8). The tributary area that the column will be supporting
including the floors above it can be computed on the
Q#106. A. Zoning ordinance basis of the given beam span of 8.5m to 10.0m.
The Zoning ordinance is the local law SPECIFIC to Based on preliminary column sizing studies
the Local Government Unit. PD 1096 and its IRR are considering seismic factors by U.Ersoy, the minimum
national laws. column cross-sectional area can be determined
using:
Q#107. A. Technical Specifications
The Technical Specifications is done during Contract Cross-Sectional Column Area > 0.0015*(Sum of
Documentation of the project, i.e., AFTER all designs Tributary Area Over All Floors)
have been finalized in preparation for the construction
of the project. Since beam spans are given, the tributary areas
(assuming all columns are interior columns) would be
Q#108. B. Drainage canal slope and direction from (8.5m * 8.5m = 72.25 sqm) to (10m * 10m =
Choice b. is a form of Civil Work that ONLY 100sqm) per floor.
INDIRECTLY AFFECTS the architectural design Assuming that the government building will have 5
consideration for the project as compared to the other floors (with basement as given in the problem), this
given choices. means that the ground floor column will be carrying
5x the tributary areas of the floors above it.
So, the minimum column area for the ground floor Similar to Q#24 and Q#144!
(using the max. beam span of 10m) will be: A very subjective question with very vague choices.
Cross-Sectional Column Area > 0.0015*(Sum of The question does not mention of other data such as
Tributary Area Over All Floors) location of the structure in the hillside, the orientation,
Cross-Sectional Column Area > 0.0015*(5 floors * slope, etc. All of the choices seems to be feasible.
100 sqm) However, since an answer should be chosen, I will
Cross-Sectional Column Area > 0.0015*(500 sqm) analyze based on certain assumptions.
Cross-Sectional Column Area > 0.75 sqm Choice a (1.2m deep balconies) might be unsuitable if
Among the choices, the corresponding cross- it is oriented towards the hillside (view is blocked and
sectional column areas are as follows: debris from the hill's sloped might fall directly into the
Choice a (1.7m x 1.7) is 2.89 sqm balcony which is accessible to occupants. However, if
Choice b (1.3m x 1.3m) is 1.69 sqm the balcony is oriented outwards the hill, there will be
Choice c (0.7m x 0.7m) is 0.49 sqm good vista and no danger from falling debris.
Choice d (1.9m x 1.9m) is 3.61 sqm Choice b (2.4m deep eaves) will be benefitial
Therefore, the best answer among the given choices especially if the eaves are oriented outwards the hill
would be B. 1.3m x 1.3m for the G/F columns. and if the sunpath is located in that direction.
However, the benefits of having deep eaves is more
Q#111. B. 0.8 x 0.8 geared toward protecting window openings from
See my explanation in Q#110 above (assuming the rainwater. The 2.4m depth would be easily carried by
government building is 5 storeys in height). the structural framing of the roofing, as the eave
Cross-Sectional Column Area > 0.0015*(Sum of framing is supposedly continuous to the structural
Tributary Area Over All Floors) trusses above.
Cross-Sectional Column Area > 0.0015*(2 floors * Choice c (2.4m deep canopy) might be unsuitable
100 sqm) considering that a canopy is generally defined as a
Cross-Sectional Column Area > 0.0015*(200 sqm) roofed structure attached to the building (i.e.,
Cross-Sectional Column Area > 0.30 sqm UNSUPPORTED/CANTILEVERED). Although deep
Among the choices, the corresponding cross- canopies provide a lot of advantages in so far as
sectional column areas are as follows: weatherproofing and sun-breaking are concerned, the
Choice a (1.2m x 1.2m) is 1.44 sqm 2.4m unsupported depth might pose danger during
Choice b (0.8m x 0.8m) is 0.64 sqm soil movement/earthquakes.
Choice c (1.5m x 1.5m) is 2.25 sqm Choice d (0.3m deep sun-breaker) might seem to be
Choice d (0.5m x 0.5m) is 0.25 sqm too shallow but it will depend on the installation and
Therefore, the best answer among the given choices orientation (vertical or horizontal). If one calculates
would be B. 0.8m x 0.8m for the 4/F columns. the correct sun-path, even the shallowest of sun-
breakers will be effective if such are angled correctly
Q#112. D. Steep gable roof to block the direct sun angle.
Similar to Q#23! So, with the above observations, the best answer to
All the other given choices have low-sloped roof the very subjective question would have to be the
which, given the forested site, will gather/collect 2.4m deep canopy (as NOT suitable for hillside
leaves, twigs, and other undesirable materials that will project).
impact the maintenance of such roofing. Providing a
steep roofing will eliminate this problem. Q#114. D. Windbreakers and sun-breakers
Similar to Q#145!
Q#113. C. 2.4 meter deep canopy Windbreakers and sun-breakers should be introduced
due to the high altitude and presence of high wind
velocities at the location of the project.
Q#115 to Q#119 (Project No. 04) 3/8" single glass in heavy frame - TL @ 30.13
<<ALL ANSWERS AND ANNOTATIONS BY ARCH. 5/8" single glass in heavy frame - TL @ 33.38
RAI BASSIG>> 1" single glass in heavy frame - TL @ 36.25
<<REVIEWER/QUESTIONNAIRE - SOURCE: 1/2" laminated glass - TL @ 41.14
UNKNOWN>> Source: Engineering Noise Control: Theory and
Practice by D.A. Bies and C.H. Hansen
Situation 24 - Project No. 04
Q#116. D. 0.2 and 0.25
Q#115. A. Wood or wood substitutes Refer to IRR of PD1096, Sec. 1207, Item 5, Sub-Item
The question is very subjective since sound/noise b., "Rise and Run. The rise of every step in a stairway
control of materials are dependent on the material's shall not exceed 200 MILLIMETERS and the run shall
mass/thickness and assembly. The given choices not be less than 250 MILLIMETERS...xxx"
offer no data as to how thick the materials are and
how many layers will it have, including its framework Q#117. A. 1.2
or cavity wall, if any. The sound transmission is also Refer to IRR of PD1096, Sec. 1207, Item 3, Sub-Item
dependent on the frequency of the sound, which is d., "Door Leaf Width. No leaf of an exit door shall
also not given in the question. However, I answered exceed 1.20 METERS in width."
the question using the average transmission loss of
all possible materials that would fit the description of Q#118. D. 28
the given choices. Acoustic Ceiling Board Qty. = [Area of Room (given) /
Area of Board (given)] - Area of Light Troffers (given)
The transmission loss (TL), at an average TL of Noise Acoustic Ceiling Board Qty. = [(4.0m * 6.1m) / (0.61m
Frequencies from 63Hz to 8,000Hz, of the given * 1.22m)] - 6 * (0.61m * 1.22m)
choices: Acoustic Ceiling Board Qty. = [24.4 sqm / 0.7422
sqm] - 6 * 0.7422 sqm
"WOOD OR WOOD SUBSTITUTES" Acoustic Ceiling Board Qty. = 32.8752 pcs - 4.4532
3/4" chipboard sheet on wood framework - TL @ 25 pcs
1/4" plywood sheets on wood framework - TL @ Acoustic Ceiling Board Qty. = Approx. 28 PCS
19.25
1/2" plywood sheets on wood framework - TL @ Q#119. C. 20.2
17.83 The question might have some typographical error
2" hardwood (mahogany) panel - TL @ 29.63 since a "T-runner angle section" would imply the use
of the MAIN T-RUNNERS across the grid of the
"TEXTURED-PAINTED MASONRY" whole ceiling surface. This means that the quantity of
4" CHB, painted - TL @ 41.38 Main T-Runners would be greater than the given
choices. Since all the choices are low in quantity, it
"METAL WITH TEXTURED SURFACE" may be possible that the question is asking for the
1.2mm thk. fluted steel panels, stiff edges, joints "Wall Angles" which are "L-shaped" and installed only
sealed - TL @ 27.13 along the perimeter walls where the T-Runner-
1.2mm thk. galvanized steel sheet - TL @ 26.25 Framed Ceiling will be mounted.
0.9mm thk. galvanized steel sheet - TL @ 22.63
Therefore,
"SMOOTH GLASS" "T-runner angle section" (i.e., WALL ANGLES) Qty. =
1/4" single glass in heavy frame - TL @ 26.63 Room Perimeter (all side lengths are given)
"T-runner angle section" (i.e., WALL ANGLES) Qty. =
4.0m + 4.0m + 6.1m + 6.1m
"T-runner angle section" (i.e., WALL ANGLES) Qty. =
20.2 LINEAR METERS.
Q#120 to Q#130 (Project No. 05)
<<ALL ANSWERS AND ANNOTATIONS BY ARCH. Q#124. D. 65m x 107m = 6,955sqm
RAI BASSIG>> In plotting the lot and using the appropriate setbacks
<<REVIEWER/QUESTIONNAIRE - SOURCE: as per Table VIII.3 and my answers in Q#121, Q#122,
UNKNOWN>> and Q#123, the direct answer to the question about
the footprint dimensions would be B. 70m x 112m =
*****PROJECT NO. 05***** 7,840 sqm. This was computed with the given lot
dimensions of 80m(W) x 125m(D) then subtracting
Situation 25 - Project No. 05 the required setbacks of 8m (front) and 5m (sides and
rear): 80m(W) - 5m - 5m = 70m(Bldg. Width) and
Q#120. C. 70% of TLA 125m(D) - 8m - 5m = 112m(Bldg. Depth).
Refer to IRR of PD1096, Table VIII.1, under
Industrial-3, without firewall. However, referring to Figure VII.7. (illustration of a
Corner Lot Abutting 3 or More Streets, Alleys, Rivers,
Q#121. C. 8 etc.), it is mentioned in the code that "5% open space
Refer to IRR of PD1096, Table VIII.3, under 30.00 & for all group occupancies" must be provided. This
above RROW Width. means that according to Figure VII.7, the maximum
buildable area would be 95% for this particular type of
Q#122. B. 5 lot.
Refer to IRR of PD1096, Table VIII.3, under 30.00 &
above RROW Width AND under Below 10.00 RROW Since the given total lot area (TLA) is 10,000 sqm,
Width. then the maximum buildable area to comply with the
Since the lot is bounded by 3 roads, the "side 5% open space is: 10,000 sqm * 0.95 = 9,500sqm.
setback" the question pertains to is technically
ANOTHER FRONT SETBACK/YARD in respect to On the other hand, referring to Table VIII.1 and my
the 6-m Minor RROW's. This means that the front answer in Q#120, it is found that the Maximum
setback of the 6-m RROW is the same as the "side Allowable Percentage of Site Occupancy (PSO) is
setback" of the 30-m RROW. Therefore, the 70% of the Total Lot Area (TLA) for this particular
appropriate setback should be used in accordance building occupancy/zone (I-3). This means that as per
with Table VIII.3. If there are discrepancies, then, as Table VIII.1, the maximum buildable area would be:
always, the more stringent shall prevail. 10,000 sqm * 0.70 = 7,000sqm.
As per code, the "side setback" with respect to the 30-
m RROW must be 5m, while the "front setback" with Now, we have computed 3 different values all in
respect to the 6-m RROW must be 5m. Since the accordance with the IRR of PD 1096 (as per Table
values are the same, we use 5m as the appropriate VIII.3, as per Figure VII.7, and as per Table VIII.1).
setback to answer the question.
According to Sec. 803, Item 2, "...xxx... In case of
Q#123. D. 5 DISCREPANCY between the SPECIFIED MAXIMUM
Refer to IRR of PD1096, Table VIII.3, under 30.00 & ALLOWABLE PSO and the OTHER LIGHT AND
above RROW Width. VENTILATION PROVISIONS under this Rule, the
See also my explanation in Q#122 as the same resulting LESSER building/structure footprint or gross
situation applies for the "side" which may also be floor area at the ground floor (or at grade level) MUST
treated as the "rear" depending on the reference PREVAIL." Also, according to Sec. 804, Item 11, "In
RROW of the particular project. case of CONFLICT in the provisions on lighting and
ventilation under this Rule or under the Code, the computed,
MORE STRINGENT restriction MUST PREVAIL." Rise/Run = Slope in Percentage
Moreover, according to Sec. 704, Item 4, Sub-Item a, Rise/125m = 0.04
"The following rules shall be observed in the Rise = 0.04 * 125m
determination of the Allowable Maximum Building Rise = 5m
Footprint (AMBF) for buildings and related habitable
structures. If the rules are COMPARED with (1) Rule Q#128. A. 4
VIII Table VIII.1 - Reference Table on Percentage of An average spatial width occupied by an adult person
Site Occupancy and Maximum Allowable would be approx. 0.60m (measured from shoulder-to-
Construction Area (MACA); (2) Rule VIII Tables VIII.2 shoulder with allowance for elbow and arm
and VIII.3 (setbacks, yards, and courts); OR (3) with movement). As the given width of the sidewalk is 2.40
the applicable stipulations under this Rule and with meters, then, the maximum number of adult persons
the applicable stipulations of the FIRE CODE, the that can walk side-by-side along the sidewalk is
MORE STRINGENT BUT APPLICABLE 2.40m / 0.60m = 4 persons.
REGULATION out of the aforementioned rules
SHOULD BE OBSERVED." Q#129. D. Perimeter
The RROW starts from the Property Line (or
So, with the 3 different values I have computed Perimeter), continues on to a Sidewalk (with Planting
above, the least footrpint area or the most stringent Strips, if any), then the Curb, then the Carriageway
shall govern. Therefore, the maximum building and onto another Curb, Sidewalk, and the Property
footprint sought by the question should be 7,000 sqm Line (or Perimeter) at the other side. Choice b. can be
as per Table VIII.1 (NOT 7,840 sqm as per Table eliminated immediately as a Front Yard is INSIDE the
VIII.3 NOR 9,500 sqm as per Figure VII.7). project site. Choice c. might be an option but only for
specific properties that have canopies projecting
Among the given choices in the question, since 7,000 beyond the perimeter into the public land (projecting
sqm is the maximum footprint, only choice A. 64m x 3m high above the sidewalk up to a maximum of
109m = 6,796sqm and choice D. 65m x 107m = 6,955 300mm distance before the Curb as per IRR of PD
sqm CONFORMS WITH THE NBCP. Choice B. and 1096).
Choice C. VIOLATES THE CODE.
Q#130. C. West yard
Situation 26 - Project No. 05 Since the problem already states that the main
access for container vans/trucks on a 24-hour basis is
Q#125. D. 125 along the 30-m RROW that is located at the western
Lot Depth = TLA (given in problem) / Lot Width (given portion of the lot (the frontage), then the best location
in problem) for the loading dock would be the west yard (in front
Lot Depth = 10,000 sqm / 80 m of the 30-m RROW). The other access roads (6-m
Lot Depth = 125 m RROW) are too narrow for container trucks to
maneuver.
Q#127. A. 5.0
Note that Q#126 is missing (probably due to two
Q#102's).
Since the Slope is 4% (as given in the problem) and
the Run (or property depth) is at 125m (as solved in
Q#125 above), the Rise/Depression can be
Q#131 to Q#140 (Project No. 05) receiving of materials, production, packaging to direct
<<ALL ANSWERS AND ANNOTATIONS BY ARCH. shipping out). Although a business center would not
RAI BASSIG>> hurt the factory, it is the least among the given
<<REVIEWER/QUESTIONNAIRE - SOURCE: choices to be considered as a service provision to
UNKNOWN>> cater the needs of the occupants.
Q#139. D. 2.10
Similar to Q#80 and Q#140!
Refer to IRR of PD1096, Sec. 805, Item 1, "Habitable
rooms provided WITH ARTIFICIAL VENTILATION
shall have ceiling heights not less than 2.40 meters
measured from floor to the ceiling; PROVIDED that
for buildings of MORE THAN ONE (1) STOREY, the
minimum ceiling height of the first storey shall be 2.70
meters and that for the second storey 2.40 meters
and the SUCCEEDING STORIES shall have an
UNOBSTRUCTED TYPICAL HEAD-ROOM
CLEARANCE of NOT LESS THAN 2.10 METERS
ABOVE THE FINISHED FLOOR. Above-stated rooms
WITH NATURAL VENTILATION shall have ceiling
heights of NOT LESS THAN 2.70 METERS."
Q#141 to Q#150 (Project No. 05)
<<ALL ANSWERS AND ANNOTATIONS BY ARCH. Q#143. C. Composite deck roof
RAI BASSIG>> Note that there might be a typographical error with
<<REVIEWER/QUESTIONNAIRE - SOURCE: choice c as it reads "Composible" deck roof, where it
UNKNOWN>> should have been written as "Composite" deck roof.
Situation 29 - Project No. 05 All of the other choices contain metal elements that, if
located near a coastal area, will be proned to
Q#141. D. 0.15 increased rusting due to presence of saline (sea
Similar to Q#25! salts) in the atmosphere. Choice b. is a better choice
There is insufficient data to answer the given than choice a. and choice d. because the steel rebars
question. Wall thicknesses are governed by Fire- are embedded in the concrete. However, during the
Resistive Time Period Ratings (see IRR of PD1096, fabrication and construction, the steel rebars are
Rule VI). Wall thickness are also dependent on the prone to oxidation. Choice c. is the best among the
thermal and noise reduction the occupant would want given choices as composite decking offers the beauty
to achieve. Then, there is also the factor if the CHB of wood without the drawbacks of potential corroding,
being asked is load bearing or non-load bearing. splintering or termite damage.
Preferences might also play a factor, for example, if
the occupant would want a lighter load on the upper Q#144. A. 3.0m deep eaves
floors, the exterior CHB can be 4" thick for those Similar to Q#24 and Q#113!
floors while the ground floor can be 6" thick. Another very subjective question with very vague
choices. All of the choices (eaves, balconies, sun-
However, for purposes of answering the given breakers, and canopies) may be introduced to a
question DESPITE the limited DATA given, the structure located at a lakeside vicinity. All will help
COMMON PRACTICE (not a rule or a provision in the with the sun-shading and rain-water protection of the
law) is to use 6" thick CHB for the exterior walls and building. However, to answer the question, I will
to use 4" thick CHB for the interior walls. A 6" CHB consider the vague measurements that appear in the
would be approx. 0.15m; while a 4" CHB would be choices (without any actual relation to the site where
approx. 0.10m. The primary reason for this the property is located as the question suggests).
"COMMON PRACTICE" is the AVAILABILITY OF Among the choices, the 3.0m deep eaves have the
CHB PRODUCED LOCALLY. Most suppliers only longest projection as compared with 1.5m, 0.3m, and
offer 4" and 6" thick CHB's. In "COMMON 1.8m for the balconies, sun-breakers, and canopy,
PRACTICE", the 4" thick CHB is used for the interior respectively. This lengthy projection, although
because it would only occupy less space (creating a beneficial for the total sun/rain protection, may be too
larger interior floor area), while the 6" thick CHB is impractical to be built without any supports at the
used at the exterior perimeter walls since there is a eaves' end. An eave is defined as a projection or
sufficient space at the property's yards and as the extension of the roofing WITHOUT ANY SUPPORTS.
perimeter walls are exposed to environmental factors Therefore, the best answer is a. due to impracticality
(noise, thermal, wind, etc), the thicker CHB would be and structural costs as compared to the other given
the better option to use. choices.