PROJECT NO.

1:
LOW-MED DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
Description of the Project
A Proposed Low-Rise (WALK-UP) APARTMENT Project [development with Basement
(optional parking) component on a site having a 5.0% slope]]

Situation 1 – Project No. 1

Compliance with Laws

1. Under the 2004 Revised IRR of P.D. No. 1096 (1977 NBCP), what shall be the applicable
percentage of the site occupancy (PSO) for the property?
a. 80% with firewall
b. 65% without firewall
c. 70% with firewall
d. 70% without firewall
NOTE: p.131 70% X 2,000 Sq.M

2. Compute for the applicable percentage of the site occupancy (PSO) for the property.
a.1,300 Sq.M b. 1,600 Sq.M c. 1,400 Sq.M d. 1,500 Sq.M
NOTE: .70 x 2,000 = 1,400

3. The measurement of percentage of the site occupancy is taken

a. at sidewalk level b. at street level c. at ground level d. at curb level
NOTE: p.130 Section 802.1 The measurement of site occupancy or lot occupancy shall be
taken at the ground level and shall be exclusive of courts, yards, and light wells .

4. Is the R-3 property of the minimum recommended lot size?

a. Yes b. No c. Depends on the function d. Depends on the no. of users
NOTE: p.171 Maximum R-3 400 Sq.M 16.00m (w) x 25.00m (d) Inside (or Regular Lot)

5. What is the general classification of use/character of occupancy allowed for the proposed
building/structure?
a. Group B – Division B-1 Multiple-housing units for lease or still for sale
b. Group B – Division B-1 Multiple privately-owned condominium units or tenement houses
c. Group B – Division B-1 Accessorias, row houses, townhouses, tenements and apartments
d. Group B – Division B-1 Boarding houses
NOTE: p.54 column 2 No. 4

What are the required setbacks for the proposed building/structure?

YARD Type of Residential Use/Occupancy

R-3
Basic Maximum
(meters) (meters)
Front 3.00 6. 8.00*
Side *** 7. 2.00 (optional)
Rear *** 8. 2.00
NOTE: p.137 Table VIII.2 Minimum Setbacks for residential Buildings/Structures
Total setback only at grade (or natural ground) level i.e., 3.00 meters + 5.00 meters = 8.00
meters (to accommodate part of the minimum requirement outside of the designated area for
the front yard)
the desired minimum setbacks at ground floor are at six (6.0) m at the front of the lot and three (3.0) m at the
sides and rear of the lot; the same setbacks apply for all basement levels if introduced;

9. What is the purpose of the front yard for this project?

a. to accommodate part of the minimum parking requirement outside the designated area for
the front yard
b. for off-street parking for general public use
c. for guests parking to accommodate tenants visitors
d. for delivery parking for concessionaire-operated commercial or recreational spaces for lease
NOTE: p.137 Table VIII.2 Minimum Setbacks for residential Buildings/Structures
Total setback only at grade (or natural ground) level i.e., 3.00 meters + 5.00 meters = 8.00
meters (to accommodate part of the minimum requirement outside of the designated area for
the front yard)

10. Compute for the area of the front yard.

a. 300 Sq.M b. 330 Sq.M c. 320 Sq.M d. 350 Sq.M
NOTE: 8.00 (setback) x 40.00 (width of the lot) = 320

11. What is the Total Lot Area of the project?

a. 2,200 Sq.M b. 2,000 Sq.M c. 2,500 Sq.M d. 2,100 Sq.M
NOTE: given data

12. What is the Allowable Maximum Building Footprint (AMBF) for this project?
a. 1,440 Sq.M b. 1,445 Sq.M c. 1,448 Sq.M d. 1,443 Sq.M
NOTE: 40m (width) – 4m (2+2 total of setback) = 36m
50m (length) – 10m (8+2 total setback) = 40m
36m x 40m = 1,440

13. What is the Maximum Allowable Percentage of Site Occupancy (PSO) of the property is to
be developed without firewall?
a. 69.7% b. 55% c. 72% d. 70%
NOTE: p.131 col.3 Max. R-3

14. What is the Maximum Allowable Impervious Surface Area (ISA) of the property?
a. 400 Sq.M b. 440 Sq.M c. 450 Sq.M d. 420 Sq.M
NOTE: p.131 col.4 Max. R-3 20% of 2,000 = 400

15. What is the percentage of the Maximum Allowable Impervious Surface Area (ISA) of the
property?
a. 12% b. 18.3% c. 20% d. 10%
NOTE: p.131 col.4 Max. R-3 20%

16. What is the Maximum Allowable Construction Area (MACA) of the property?
a. 88% b. 90% c. 84% d. 85%
NOTE: p.132 c) PSO + ISA = MACA
70 + 20 = 90

17. What is the Minimum Unpaved Surface Area (USA) of the property?
a. 10% b. 12% c. 14% d. 15%
NOTE: p.131 col.5 Max. R-3

18. What formula is used to check the Total Lot Area?

a. TLA = MACA + USA b. TLA = MACA + ISA c. TLA = PSO + TOSL d. TLA = GFA + USA
NOTE: p. 132 d) PSO + TOSL = TLA

19. Compute for the Total Open Space within Lot

a. 650 Sq.M b. 560 Sq.M c. 600 Sq.M d. 608 Sq.M
NOTE: p.131 col.6 Max. R-3 30% of 2,000 = 600
What is the Building Height Limit (BHL) for this project?

Character of Use or Type of Building Height Limit (BHL)

Occupancy Building/Structure
1. Residential Residential 3 (R-3) No. of allowable Meters above highest
storeys/floors above grade
established grade
20. 12.00 21. 36.00
NOTE: p.89 Table VII.2
(b. a maximum five (5.0) level development i.e. at three (3.0) m floor to floor height.)
VI. APPLICABLE DEVELOPMENT CONTROLS:
2. a Building Height Limit (BHL) of sixteen (16.0) m, measured from the surface of the sidewalk adjoining the lot; a
maximum six (6.0) m tall spire or tower may still be erected above the roof for a total structure height of twenty two
(22.0) m;
The lot slopes at five percent (5.0%) towards the street [with two point four (2.4) m wide sidewalks on either side].
The surface of the sidewalk adjoining the lot shall be considered as elevation 0.0 m.

22. What is the 1.00 M. additional height required for the BHL?
a. height of parapet from roof deck/slab/ceiling of the fifth level
b. Elevation from the sidewalk to the ground floor level
c. Elevation from the rear of the lot
d. Elevation from grade line
23. What is the Maximum Total Gross Floor Area (TGFA) based on the applicable maximum
Gross Floor Area (GFA)?
a. 5,500.0 Sq. M / 5 levels = 1,100.0 Sq. M GFA per floor/level
b. 5,000.0 Sq. M / 5 levels = 1,000.0 Sq. M GFA per floor/level
c. 6,000.0 Sq. M / 5 levels = 1,200.0 Sq. M GFA per floor/level
d. 4,500.0 Sq. M / 5 levels = 900.0 Sq. M GFA per floor/level
24. Is the Floor to Lot Area Ratio (FLAR) Designation/Rights applicable for this project?
a. Yes b. No c. Depends on the function d. Depends on the BHL

25. What is the Minimum Required Off-ROW/On-Site Parking?

1) Studio-Type units with a thirty square meter (30.0 Sq.M.) Gross Floor Area (GFA); and
2) One (1.0) -Bedroom (BR) units with a GFA of fifty (50.0) Sq.M.
a. one (1) pooled parking slot for every eight (8) units or for a fraction thereof
b. one (1) pooled parking slot for every six (6) medium cost units or for a fraction thereof
c. one (1) pooled off-street parking slot for every four (4) lots or lots with dwelling units
d. one (1) car slot for every five (5) units or for a fraction thereof
NOTE: p.101 col.3

26. What is the ceiling height applicable to this project?

a. 2.70 M. b. 2.10 M. c. 2.40 M d. 3.00 M
NOTE: p.143 Section 805.1 Above stated rooms with natural ventilation shall have ceiling
heights of not less than 2.70 meters

27. What is the recommended size for the living room/area of the Studio-Type Unit?
a. 2.00 M x 3.00 M b. 1.50 M x 2.00 M c. 2.00 M x 2.50 M d. 2.50 M x 3.00 M
NOTE: p. 143 Section 806 1.a Room for Human Habitations – 6.00 sq. meters with a least
dimension of 2.00 meters

28. What is the recommended size for the T&B of the One (1.0)-Bedroom Unit?
a. 1.00 M x 1.20 M b. 1.20 M x 1.80 M c. 1.50 M x 2.00 M d. 2.00 M x 2.00 M
NOTE: p. 143 Section 806 1.c Bath and toilet – 1.20 sq. meters with a least dimension of
900 millimeters
b
Questions on Site Planning
29. Given its site orientation, what are the dominant sun-paths for the property?
a. SE to SW and NE to NW
b. SW to NW and NE to SW
c. SE to NW and NE to SW
d. SE to NW and NE to SW
30. What critical spatial and dimensional standards must guide the design of the proposed
vehicular systems for this project?
a. Safe setbacks and clearances
b. Adequate maneuvering room for various types of vehicles
c. Maximized off-street parking
d. Provision of basement
31. Should a playground be provided, what is the area per unit m2 requirement for a Low
Swing considering number of users being 6?
a. 42
b. 17
c. 35
d. 58
32. What site planning strategies are conducive to minimizing energy costs and adverse
impacts of development?
a. minimize disruption of natural areas, extension of services, and transportation needs
b. minimize site disruption, protect natural drainageways and other critical natural resources
c. respond to local climatic conditions , and minimize water, fertilizer, and maintenance needs,
as well as add significant biomass to the landscape
33. What are the regional conservation strategies recommended for sun modified by landform,
vegetation and structures?
a. Avoid heat-absorbing materials; use thick walls or earth shelters
b. Maximize shade through the use of plantings, pergolas, and/or trellis structures
c. Plant deciduous trees for afternoon shade
d. Avoid northern entrances to buildings
34. What are the regional conservation strategies recommended for wind modified by landform,
vegetation and structures?
a. Site structures at toe of slopes for exposure to cold air flow at night
b. Site structures at top of slope for exposure to breezes
c. Site structure on middle to upper slope for access to light winds, but protection from high
winds
d. Site structures on middle to lower slope for wind protection
35. What is the average daily water usage and wastewater flows for Dwellings?
a. 400 liters per person per day/100 gallons per person per day
b. 300 liters per person per day/100 gallons per person per day
c. 500 liters per person per day/100 gallons per person per day
d. 200 liters per person per day/100 gallons per person per day
36. What could be a recommended level of illumination for pedestrian stairways of this project?
a. 20.0 fc
b. 25.0 fc
c. 15.0 fc
d. 35.0 fc
37. What could be a recommended level of illumination for parking areas of this project?
a. 1.0 fc
b. 0.5 fc
c. 3.0 fc
d. 2.0 fc
38. For small storm volumetric coefficients, rv, for urban runoff, what is the best
recommendation of use
a. pitched roofs and large impervious areas
b. pervious areas, clayey soils
c. paved streets
d. flat roofs and unpaved parking lots
39. The Kitchen Area is best oriented at the
a. South sector b. Southwest sector c. West sector d. Northwest sector
40. The Bedrooms are best located on the
a. South sector b. Southwest sector c. Northeast sector d. Northwest sector
41. The Laundry Area should be best oriented on the
a. South sector b. Southwest sector c. West sector d. Northwest sector
42. What directions should be maximized to take the advantage of maximizing the cooling
effect of prevailing winds coming from the southeasterly and southwesterly directions?
a. North-South exposure b. NE-SW exposure c. East-West exposure d. North exposure alone

Questions on Architectural Interiors

43. For kitchen worktops, what is the best arrangement recommendation for the kitchen sink?
a. worktops on both sides of KS
b. worktop on right side of KS
c. worktop on left side of KS
d. worktops on both sides of the sink and cooker positions
44. For a linear kitchen layout, what is the best sequence in regard to workflow?
a. Refrigerator on left side, KS on center, then cooker
b. Cooker on left side, KS on center, then refrigerator
c. Cooker, refrigerator, and then KS
d. KS on left side, cooker, and then refrigerator
45. What is a preferred modular dimensions for a single bed?
a. 1.00 M x 1.80 M with 0.40 circulatory areas on both sides of the bed
b. .90 M x 2.00 M with 0.40 circulatory areas on both sides of the bed
c. .90 M x 2.00 M with 0.40 circulatory areas on one side of the bed
d. 90 M x 2.00 M with 0.40 circulatory areas on both sides of the bed and 0.50 at foot of the
bed
NOTE: p.28 of Fajardo
46. What is a preferred modular dimensions for a double bed?
a. 1.50 M x 2.00 M with 0.70 M circulation area on both sides of the bed
b. 2.00 M x 2.00 M with 0.70 M circulation area on both sides of the bed and 0.40 M at the foot
of the bed
c. 1.50 M x 2.00 M with 0.70 M for side lamp tables on both sides of the bed and 0.50 M at the
foot of the bed
d. 1.50 M x 2.00 M with 0.50 M for side lamp tables on both sides of the bed and 0.50 M at the
foot of the bed
47. What is the recommended width for a wardrobe in the bedroom area?
a. 0.55 M b. 0.60 M c. 0.70 M d. 0.45 M
48. From the list of floor finishes, what would be best for the common corridor?
a. vinyl tiles b. marble finish c. granite finish d. ceramic tiles
49. From the list of floor finishes, what would be best for the kitchen?
a. vinyl tiles b. marble finish c. granite finish d. ceramic tiles
50. From the list of floor finishes, what would be best for the toilet and bath?
a. unglazed tilesb. marble finish c. granite finish d. ceramic tiles
51. From the list of floor finishes, what would be best for the bedroom/sleeping area?
a. vinyl tiles b. wood tile c. carpet tiles d. ceramic tiles
52. From the list of external wall finishes, what would you recommend to adapt to the character
of the building?
a. plain cement b. masonry stones c. bricks d. concrete planks
53. From the list of interior wall finishes, what would you recommend to adapt to the character
of the building?
a. plain cement b. masonry stones c. bricks d. wood panels
54. From the list of interior wall finishes, what would you recommend for toilet and bath?
a. plain cement b. 4” x 4” glazed tiles c. bricks d. .30M x .30M glazed tiles
55. What type of paint should be used for the T&B?
a. flat paint b. enamel paint c. rough texture finish d. no paint should be applied at all

Questions on Space Planning

56. In inclement weather, what amenities should be placed at the entrance to the unit?
a. bigger corridor/hallway width to dry up umbrellas
b. built in storage to secure umbrellas and raincoats
c. umbrella racks for water drip near entrance
d. metal brackets hanging of umbrellas
57. When entering the unit with groceries there should be
a. a service entrance accessing directly to the kitchen
b. connection between main entrance and kitchen should be direct as possible
c. connection between main entrance and living area linking to kitchen as much as possible
d. does not matter; groceries are placed in plastic bags anyway
58. What appropriate space should be provided for the laundry drying area?
a. Provide common drying area at rear portion of lot
b. Provide balcony
c. Provide hanging poles placed outside the window
d. Provide portable drying pole upfront near main entrance
59. What is the sequence of priority for the space requirement s in a studio-type unit?
a. Kitchen, dining area, bedroom, living area
b. Bed area, dining area, living area, and kitchen
c. Bed area, kitchen, dining area, living area
d. Living area, dining area kitchen and bed area
60. What is the sequence of priority for the space requirement s in a 1-BR unit?
a. Kitchen, dining area, bedroom, living area
b. Bed area, dining area, living area, and kitchen
c. Bed area, kitchen, dining area, living area
d. Living area, dining area kitchen and bed area

Questions on Structural Conceptualization

61. What is the most common structural system presently employed in a medium – high-rise
apartment construction?
a. flat-plate cast-in-place reinforced concrete with randomly placed columns
b. steel structural frames
c. masonry and CHB for external envelope and drywall for internal partitions
d. none of the above
62. What categories of systems approach is appropriate for the project?
a. steel or concrete frame with precast planks , self-formed concrete decks or metal deck
b. poured-in-place concrete tiers utilizing special reusable forms for transverse walls or
columns
c. Long-span or short-span precast panel /plank and bearing wall
d. any of the above
63. As a rule of thumb, spacing between concrete columns may economically be in range of
a. 12’ – 18’ on center
b. 14’ – 16’ on center
c. 12’ – 14’ on center
d. none of the above
64. As a rule, openings for vertical services on randomly placed columns may be located
a. at will
b. at center of building
c. at rear of building
d. at rear-center intersection of building
65. What column configuration is appropriate for the project?
a. “buried”
b. exposed
c. flushed to assume size of external wall envelope
d. square to complement character of building

Questions on Architectural Design

66. What is the occupant load of the studio- type for this project?
a. 2 – 3 persons/unit
b. 3 – 4 persons per unit
c. 3 – 5 persons per unit
d. 1 – 3 persons per unit
67. What is the occupant load of the 1-BR type for this project?
a. 2 – 3 persons/unit
b. 3 – 4 persons per unit
c. 3 – 5 persons per unit
d. 1 – 2 persons per unit
68. Total mechanical space appropriate for this project will usually be around
a. 10 – 15% of total gross building area
b. 5 – 10% of total gross building area
c. 10 – 20% of total gross building area
d. 1 – 5% of total gross building area
69. The required building exterior shall be along classical, neo-classical or stylized classical
lines combined with modern features. What primary architectural element should be
considered?
a. Columns
b. External Corridor
c. Main entrance to building
d. decorative motif of facade
70. Natural light and ventilation should be prioritized for the
a. Kitchen and T&B
b. Living and dining areas
c. T&B only
d. Bedroom/sleeping area only
71. What landmark elements can be adapted for the project?
a. Provide a functional character
b. Provide an aesthetic character
c. Provide a vernacular character
d. Provide a regional character
72. How will you incorporate functionality and efficiency to the apartment?
a. Combine zoning for both functional and utilitarian spaces
b. Segregate zoning for functional and utilitarian spaces
c. Zone utilitarian spaces first then functional spaces
d. Zone functional spaces first then utilitarian spaces
73. What circulatory pattern can best the project in terms of profitability and economy?
a. Core pattern
b. Concept of Zonation
c. Concept of Lineation
d. Radial pattern
74. What form concept is appropriate to achieve the needed architectural character of the
building?
a. Compact and massive
b. Compact and lightweight
c. Both a and b
d. None of the above
75. Façade Concept is based on
a. Character only
b. Design Principles
c. Function and Style
d. Function and Design Principles

Questions on Utilities
76. Whenever artificial ventilation is required, the equipment shall be designed to meet the
following minimum requirements in air changes. For apartments with a ceiling height of 2.40M,
the cubic meter per minute per person should be
a. 0.22 (min.) and 0.29 (max.) b. 0.57 (min.) and 0.85 (max.)
c. 0.29 (min.) and 0.43 (max.) d. 0.43 (min.) and 0.57 (max.)
NOTE: p.145 Table VII.4 for Apartment

77. For apartments with a ceiling height of 2.40M, the air changes per hour is
a. 3 b. 2 c. 1 ½ d. 1
NOTE: p.145 Table VII.4 for Apartment

78. For open space requirements, variances can be applied to

a. setback and ventilation and window opening requirements
b. percentage of site occupancy
c. floor area ratio and building height limit
d. at least two conditions be satisfied for exception to be granted
NOTE: p.146

79.The minimum air space requirements in determining the size of habitable rooms would be
a. 12.00 cu.meters of air space per person b. 3.00 cu.meters of air space per person
c. 14.00 cu.meters of air space per person d. 10.00 cu.meters of air space per person
NOTE: p. 143 Section 807

80. In this type of project, what would be the priority sequence in regard to orientation?
a. Solar, wind, noise, odor, privacy and view orientations
b. Privacy and view orientations, solar, wind, noise, odor
c. Wind, solar, noise, odor, privacy and view orientations
d. Noise, odor, privacy and view orientations, solar, wind
81. For Amenities, Facilities, Services and Utilities (AFSU) introduced, what is the primary
priority?
a. Utilities, Amenities, Facilities, Services
b. Amenities, Facilities, Services and Utilities
c. Facilities, Amenities, Services and Utilities
d. Utilities, Services, Facilities and Amenities
82. What are the necessary entry/exit points for the this project?
a. One main entry, one service entry and a minimum 2 fire exits
b. Multiple entries, one service entry and a minimum 2 fire exits
c. One main entry with ancillary entries, one service entry and a minimum 2 fire exits
d. Multiple entries with ancillary entries, one service entry and a minimum 2 fire exits
83. Strategic location for the garbage chute room
a. very proximal to the ramp leading to Level 1
b. very proximal to the ramp leading to Level 2
c. lowest level to avoid odor
84. What is an Integrated Fire Exit Systems?
a. with Fire Exits, Standpipes
b. with Standpipes only
c. with Fire Exits and Fire Suppression System
d. with Fire Alarms and Fire Extinguishment
85. What is a solid waste storage?
a. Septic Tank b. Storage Room c. MRF d. Retention Pit
86. Should the service stairs be integrated with the IFES?
a. No b. Yes c. Can be a possibility d. Depends on the Bureau of Fire
87. How many chambers of STP is a standard requirement for this type of project?
a. 2 b. 3 c. 4 d. 5

Questions on Professional Practice

88. Auxiliary uses customarily conducted in dwellings and homes for the practice of one’s
profession can be allowed.
a. No b. Yes c. Can be a possibility d. Depends on the Bureau of Fire
89. How many % of the floor area can be allowed for use of professional practice?
a. 10% b. 20% c. 15% d. 25%
NOTE: p. 49

90. Home industry classified as cottage industry can be provided by how many percent?
a. 30% b. 20% c. 15% d. 25%
NOTE: p. 50

91. When openings in exterior walls are required to be protected due to distance from property
line, the sum of the areas of such openings in any storey shall not exceed
a. 20% of the total area of the wall in that storey
b. 30% of the total area of the wall in that storey
c. 40% of the total area of the wall in that storey
d. 50% of the total area of the wall in that storey
NOTE: p.50

92. Eaves over required windows shall not be less than how many millimeters from the side
and rear property lines?
a. 750 b. 780 c. 700 d. 720
NOTE: p.144 Section 808.4

93. What material is required for abutment in case firewalls are not allowed?
a. glass blocks b. steel grilles c. concrete blocks d. solid walls
94.For a R-3 use or occupancy with a firewall on two (2) sides, a firewall can be erected on a
maximum of
a. 85% of the total length of each side property line
b. 70% of the total length of each side property line
c. 75% of the total length of each side property line
d. 60% of the total length of each side property line
NOTE: p. 82

95. For a R-3 use or occupancy with a firewall on one (1) side, a firewall can be erected on a
maximum of
a. 85% of the total length of each side property line
b. 90% of the total length of each side property line
c. 75% of the total length of each side property line
d. 80% of the total length of each side property line
NOTE: p. 82

(prepared by Arch. Annie C. Pugeda 011110)