Rizal Technological University

College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology

Department of Architecture

Planning 1
Saturday 04:30pm – 07:30pm
Ar. Efren M. Berme Jr. UAP

Name : Bolata, Rodelie S.

Student Number : 2018-102005

Research No. 3

Module 07 & 08

Land Planning

Land is an earth’s surface that can be owned as property by human. It supports wild
life, natural vegetation, transportation and communication activities, but the land
resources is limited because according to the data. 43% is plain area which supports
the agricultural activities, 27% of the area is covered with plateau region which are
moderately populated, and 30% is covered by mountains. Land resources also became
limited because of different environmental problems.

Land use involves the management and modification of natural environment or

wilderness into built environment such as settlements and semi-natural habitats such as
arable fields, pastures, and managed woods.

General use of Land and its nature

Land People
Infinite Number not fixed
Moves easily
Many needs – which are absolutely
necessary and almost solely from land:
- food
- shelter
- clothing
Characteristics
Immobility - Location

- Expense to adapt available land to

desired use
- Strategic value
Finiteness - Land is not reproducible
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- Surface change possible but usually

expensive
Physical Climatic Characteristics
 Topography - flat, sleep, irregular, rocky, etc.
- controls many land uses
 Soil - relates to use; such as fertile –
 Subsurface Structure and agricultural
 Composition - sometime unimportant commercial
center buildable almost anywhere
- rock gravel, aggregates, sand, muck
- may also influence surface uses
Alternative Combine Uses
- Construction - maintain surface/utilities underground
- Agriculture - urban surface/subways or tunnel
- parks - maintain surface/mining under
- buildings over fertile land
- urban use over swamp

When it comes to land management decisions, there are consideration for social,
ecological, cultural and economic values to secure the benefits to current and future
generations. Also, prioritizing the law and the right of the people is a must on land
planning. The laws that ensure the rational land use and sustainable urban and regional
development are the Executive Order No. 72, Memorandum Circular No. 54, and
Executive Order No. 124.

Executive Order No. 72 – Provides the preparation and implementation of

Comprehensive Land Use Plans (CLUP) of Local Government Units pursuant to the
Local Government Code of 1991 and other pertinent laws.

Memorandum Circular No. 54 - prescribes the guidelines of Sec. 20, R.A. 7160,
authorizing cities/municipalities to reclassify lands into non-agricultural uses.

Executive Order No. 124 - establishing priorities and procedures in evaluating areas
for land conversion in regional agricultural/industrial centers, tourism development areas
and sites for socialized housing.

Principle of Land Use Planning

1. The goal of land use planning is to achieve long-term sustainability while

balancing social, economic, and environmental needs.
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2. A legally binding land use plan and/or legally binding land use laws are the
products of land use planning. The land use plan or land use regulations must be
formally recognized before they can be implemented. Key actors, such as sector
ministries or private investors, would not value them otherwise.
3. Land use planning is incorporated into state agencies with official inter-sector
planning mandates. This can be accomplished in a variety of ways. A local
administrative body may initiate and promote the planning process. Local or
traditional chiefs may also prepare, which can then be formalized by a regional or
national officer signing it. These higher levels are used in the latter case.
4. Planning for land use is a conversation. The establishment of a communication
mechanism that allows all stakeholders to communicate their concerns and
compromise on potential land uses that respect all positions in a reasonable and
adequate manner is a critical part of any land use planning.
5. Land use planning is a mechanism that involves everybody. This necessitates
the participation of all stakeholders, including local direct and indirect consumers,
public authorities, private investors, NGOs, and community-based organizations.
Stakeholder participation can be direct or indirect, depending on the degree at
which land use planning is performed.
6. Stakeholder distinction and gender awareness are used to plan land use. A
gender-differentiated review of all players should be conducted in advance to
classify all related stakeholders.
7. Civic participation is aided by land use planning. The public should be actively
involved in land use planning. Planning and execution of policies will only be
sustainable if they are done with and for the people, not behind their backs or
even against their will. As a result, planning should not be left to experts alone,
but should be done in collaboration with those who will be affected.
8. Land use planning is practical and tailored to the needs of the community. Not
only must the material of a land use plan be tailored to local circumstances. The
strategies must also be compatible with the local population's technological,
economic, and organizational capabilities, as well as the administrations.
9. Land use planning is based on a "light" approach that avoids excessive data
collection, which can lead to "data graveyards."
10. At the village, municipal, and regional levels, land use planning varies in terms of
methodology and material, such as size, specificity, mode of participation (direct
vs. indirect), and technology.
11. Land use planning takes into account a variety of local information. Rural
communities or groups also have a sophisticated autochthonous understanding
of their natural environment. They can provide useful knowledge and, as a result,
should be involved in land use planning.
12. Traditional problem-solving and conflict-resolution techniques are considered in
land use planning. Traditional agricultural communities have their own approach
to solving issues and resolving land-use disputes. Such processes must be
known, acknowledged, and taken into consideration during the land use planning
process.
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13. All functions from planning to decision-making, execution, and monitoring are
delegated to the lowest acceptable level of government in order to be sensitive to
citizens' needs and to ensure efficient control from below in land use planning.
14. Vertical integration combines bottom-up and top-down elements of land use
planning. Local needs and priorities must be balanced against provisions made
at higher levels of land use planning. This can only be done in a long-term way if
all parties are involved in the process and speak and listen to each other directly.
15. Inter-disciplinary collaboration is needed for land use planning, as is sector
coordination (horizontal integration). Because of the many functions and
(potential) uses of property, an interdisciplinary approach involving all sectors
with a stake in the region is needed. This usually necessitates a longer period of
support in terms of institution building and strengthening cross-sector
collaboration.
16. Land use planning is a mechanism that leads to increased capacity among
stakeholders. Both participants' technological and organizational skills are
enhanced as a result of the participatory approaches used at all stages of land
use planning. This improves their capacity to plan and act. This leads to an
increase in the ability of local groups or administrative agencies in the medium
term.
17. Transparency is needed in land use planning. If decisions on potential land uses
aren't made transparently, there's a good chance that certain people will lose
their rights and/or future land use will be unsustainable.
18. Land use planning is forward-looking (or "visionary"). Land use planning entails
more than just mapping existing land uses and cover. The potential use of the
property is determined by land use planning. This may vary in several ways from
how land is used today.
19. The method of land use planning is iterative. Land use planning is more than just
putting together a plan; it's an iterative process. Iteration is both a process and a
theory. New discoveries and inventions are carefully monitored and integrated
into the planning process. It could lead to the reversal of decisions and the
repetition of previously taken steps.
20. Implementation is the aim of land use planning. Land use preparation must take
into account how the agreed decisions and solutions will be enforced. The land
use plan is just the beginning. Few initiatives implemented at the start of the
process or in parallel with it play an important role in establishing villagers' trust in
the planning process;
21. Land use preparation and financial planning are intertwined. This is extremely
important for implementation. The allocated uses of sector budgets, as well as
the financial planning periods of the related sector ministries, must be included in
land use planning (including their deadlines). Land use preparation can also have
an effect on the structure and planned uses of budgets and funds.
22. Land use planning is concerned with spaces and locations (also known as spatial
orientation). In most countries, there are several different types of planning and a
large number of plans. The majority of them lack the ability to relate to space.
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Many development plans, for example, state what needs to be built (mostly
infrastructure) but do not specify where it needs to be developed.

Site Development – means the development and improvement of an area.

The Macro and Micro Site Analysis Components

The macro site covers the planned site's surrounding suburbs.

The micro site would be a detailed examination of the planned project site and its
surroundings.

The Site Selection Criteria

The Site Selection is the process of reviewing various choices and weighing their
relative benefits and drawbacks is known as site selection.

The site selection process involves the following interrelated tasks:

 Assemble a site selection team with a lot of experience. It should be a sub-group

that includes members of the project development team.
 Review site selection criteria, identify a site, and devise a plan for your project.
 Initiate the loan process with a lender.

Site Selection Criteria

(1) Location

 Is the site located in the community which the charter school serves?
 Is the site accessible to target student demographics? Can the site serve as a
community hub?
 Is the site accessible by public transportation and convenient for students and
staff?
 Are nearby traffic levels acceptable?
 Is the site visible to passersby on foot or in vehicles?
 Are adjacent businesses appropriate (e.g., no adult video stores)?
 Is there a history of crime or vandalism in the area?
 Is the area suitable for evening events?

(2) Site/Land

 Is there access to utilities (e.g., electricity, sewer, water, gas, and phone)?
 Will the site require heavy maintenance (e.g., topography, drainage, retaining
walls, or geotechnical issues)?
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 Is the proposed use for the project permitted by zoning? (For example, can you
build the type of project you want on the site?)
 Is there adequate space for parking?
 Are the soil conditions conducive to the project’s structural needs?

(3) Building

 Is the size adequate, and can it accommodate future growth?

 Is it structurally sound?
 What is the condition of the roof, exterior walls, and windows?
 What is the condition of all major systems (e.g., plumbing, electrical, and
heating/ventilation)?
 Is there proper drainage in the basement?
 Can the seller or broker provide recent utility bills from all seasons?
 Will projected energy costs be reasonable?
 Has the building been checked for asbestos, lead paint, or other hazardous
materials?
 Are there appropriate fire exits?
 Is the building American with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant?
 Is it a sustainably designed/green building or LEED-certified?
 Can the space be easily reconfigured for educational and administrative space?
 What is the condition of adjacent and nearby properties?

(4) Costs and Renovations

 Is a recent appraisal available?

 Is the purchase price (or lease rate) reasonable and comparable to similar sites
of similar age and quality?
 Are the preliminary costs for improvements reasonable? Has your architect or
project manager confirmed the costs?
 What are the estimated maintenance costs?

(5) Legal and Timing Issues

 Is the property or site vacant and available immediately?

 Is the seller motivated to sell within your timeframe?
 Is sufficient financing available to complete the transaction within the required
timeframe?
 Are there zoning restrictions? Will there be a need for zoning variances or
lengthy hearings? Required setbacks? Legal easements or rights-of-way across
the property? Prior title issues?
 Are you permitted to display signage on the site?
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 Will building permits be available within the required timeframe?

 Are there any political issues that would block approval of the site? Are the
neighbors likely to be supportive?

The Site Development Plan

The general layout and design of a site is depicted in a Site Development Plan,
which includes building footprints, parking and street layout, conceptual landscaping
and lighting, site cross section drawings, and building elevations. The drawing to scale
of plans to demonstrate proposed construction of a subject property is known as site
development planning. Information on the total footprint of buildings, their location,
designs, layouts for specific utilities, public access, and control over drainage, current
and planned vegetation, lights, landscape features, street layout, and more are included
in such plans.

 The plan provides full details regarding right of way, public roads, sidewalks and
any driveways.
 The plan also shows floodplains, existing drainage structures and slopes.
 Indicates the proposed development of the subject property including future
placement of structures, their architectural style and materials used in
construction, driveways, possible noise generation through loading docks or
perhaps generators, the proposed drainage and service layouts.
 In addition to servitudes, the plans show the distance from boundaries and no
building lines.

Building Laws and Architecture

Building codes provide minimum requirements for the construction of structures.

The codes are not legally binding in and of themselves. Instead, they act as "models"
for legal jurisdictions to use when drafting laws and regulations.

The primary goal of building codes is to protect the public's health, protection,
and welfare when it comes to the design and use of buildings and structures.

National Building Code of the Philippines

Section 1.01.03 – Scope of the National Building Code

(a) The provisions of this Code shall apply to the design, location, siting, construction,
alteration, repair, conversion, use, occupancy, maintenance, moving, and demolition of,
and addition to, public and private buildings and structures.

(b) Additions, alterations, repairs, and changes of use or occupancy in all buildings and
structures shall comply with requirements for new buildings and structures except as
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otherwise herein provided. Only such portion or portions of the existing building or
structure which have to be altered to effect the addition, alteration, or repair shall be
made to conform to the requirements for new buildings or structures. Alterations should
preserve the aesthetic value of the building to be altered.

(c) Where, in any specific case, different section of this Code specify different materials,
methods of construction, or other requirements, the most restrictive shall govern.

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Talks about what the purpose of the National Building Code is for.

It’s essentially to help anyone in terms of the construction, repair, alteration, occupancy,
maintenance and even the demolition of any building in the Philippines, whether it’s
private or a government building. Any alterations or modifications done on a building
should follow the requirements mandated under the National Building Code for new
buildings. Even the materials used for the construction should be in line with the code.

SECTION 1.01.04 – Application for Legitimate Building

(a) This Code shall apply to all buildings and structures constructed and any change or
repair made thereon after the approval of said Code. Buildings or structures constructed
before the approval of this Code shall not be affected thereby; Except, where their
continued use or occupancy is dangerous to life or limb; or where alterations, additions,
conversions, or repairs are to be made thereon, this Code shall apply only to such
portions of the buildings or structure which have to be altered in order to effect such
damages or repairs.

(b) This Code shall apply to chartered cities, poblaciones of municipalities and municipal
districts with a population of at least two thousand (2,000) inhabitants, and to barrios of
urban areas with a population of at least two thousand (2,000) inhabitants. This Code
shall also apply to any area where there are fifty (50) or more families per hectare.

(c) This Code shall likewise apply to any area proposed for or being developed into a
new town site, residential subdivision, commercial or residential site, school site,
housing project, and similar construction projects where five or more buildings not
covered by paragraph (d) of this Section will be constructed even if the poblacion or
barrio population is less than two thousand (2,000) or the density of population is less
than fifty (50) families per hectare.

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If a citizen of the Philippines (or any legitimate company in the Philippines) wishes to
construct a building, the National Building Code will be used as basis for the approval of
all permits needed for the construction. Lives should not be endangered during the
construction of the said building and any alterations or additions to a present
establishment should not harm anyone working or living in the said building.

This section also talks about the number of residents living in a city or town for this
section of the National Building Code to take effect.

SECTION 1.02.03 – Building permits

(a) Any person, firm, or corporation, including any department, office, bureau, agency of
instrumentality of the government intending to construct, alter, repair, move, convert or
demolish any building or structure, or cause the same to be done, shall obtain a building
permit from the Building Official for whichever of such work is proposed to be
undertaken for the building or structure, before any such work is started.

(b) Appropriate rules and regulations shall be set by the Secretary concerning:

(1) Forms for application for building permits;

(2) Procedures to be observed in securing such permits;
(3) Procedures to be observed in the issuance, suspension, and revocation of such
building permits; and
(4) Type, nature, and scope of plans and specifications, and other requisite documents,
which shall be prepared and designed by a licensed architect or engineer.

SECTION 1.02.04: Fees

(a) Regulations on building permit, inspection and other fees, and for compliance with
the same shall be covered by city and municipal ordinances: Provided, That Traditional
indigenous family dwellings under Section 1.01.04 (d) shall be exempt from payment of
building permit fees.

SECTION 1.02.05: Inspection ad Certificates of Occupancy

(a) Inspection. The duly licensed architect or engineer engaged by the owner to
undertake inspection and detailed supervision of the construction shall periodically
certify that the construction conforms to the plans and specifications submitted in the
application for a building permit. Upon submission of such periodic certifications during
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the progress of construction, the Building Official shall periodically issue the required
authority to continue with the subsequent phases of construction, without prejudice to
his right to conduct on his own initiative any inspection of the said construction. Upon
completion of the construction, the said duly licensed architect or engineer shall submit
to the Building Official the final certification that the building conforms to the provisions
of the Code and with the detailed plans and specifications submitted.

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This section talks about the manner of inspections done by government officials to
deem if the new or renovated building is following the National Building Code.

Only a licensed architect or engineer will be allowed to do the inspection. Of course, the
owner can also recommend the architect or engineer and the government will check if
this person is qualified for inspecting the new or renovated building. Once the inspection
is done, a certification will be released to the owner as proof that the building has been
inspected and does follow the requirements as stated in the National Building Code of
the Philippines.

(b) Certificates of Occupancy. The proper Certificate of Occupancy shall be issued to

the applicant within seven (7) days from completion of the requirements for inspection
and occupancy and payment of any and all fees therefor, unless the building Official or
his Deputy issuing the Certificate shall show cause in writing why the Certificate should
not be issued and shall indicate thereon the particular provisions of the Code violated or
the particular requirements not complied with. Within fifteen (15) days from receipt by
the applicant of the advice from Building Official or his Deputy authorized to issue the
certificate why the certificate should not be issued, or why the certificate is suspended
or revoked, the applicant may appeal the non-issuance, suspension, or revocation
thereof, to the Mayor of the chartered city or municipality, or the Governor of the
province where the building for which the certificate is being applied for is located. Said
appeal shall be decided within fifteen (15) days from receipts thereof, otherwise, the
applicant may bring the matter to the proper Court of Justice for final disposition. The
building may be occupied only upon issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy.

Social, Professional and Ethical Responsibility in Planning

The records of the works that have been completed by those who have the
power and capabilities to create are the architectural professional activities that are
carried out by those who are qualified to use the title of "Architect," according to
Weisman's description (Weisman, 1992, p. 2). The accumulation of power and
capability to create, or the capability that comes from cooperation with capital and
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power, and the interaction of this power with social, political, economic, and cultural
factors, has been causing concern in the profession of architecture. It is precisely for
this purpose that ethical frameworks must be established to restrict and direct this
power.

Code of Ethics
Republic of the Philippines

Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)

Manila

THE PROFESSIONAL REGULATORY BOARD OF ARCHITECTURE Resolution No.

02 Series of 2006

ADOPTION AND PROMULGATION OF THE CODE OF ETHICAL CONDUCT FOR

REGISTERED AND LICENSED ARCHITECTS AND FOR HOLDERS OF
TEMPORARY/SPECIAL PERMITS UNDER R.A. NO. 9266, KNOWN AS "THE
ARCHITECTURE ACT OF 2004"

Pursuant to Section 7 (g), Article II of R.A. No. 9266, known as the “Architecture Act of
2004” and Section 7 (g), Rule II of Board Resolution No. 07, Series of 2004, cited as
"IRR of the Architecture Act of 2004", the Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture
(hereinafter called Board), subject to approval by the Professional Regulation
Commission (hereinafter called Commission), resolves, as it is hereby resolved, to
adopt and promulgate the hereunder Code of Ethical Conduct for Registered and
Licensed Architects and for holders of temporary/special permits under the said R.A.
No. 9266 and Board Res. No. 07 as prescribed and issued by the United Architects of
the Philippines, Inc. (UAP), the Integrated and Accredited Professional Organization of
Architects (IAPOA) in the Philippines by virtue of Board Res. No. 03, Series of 2004 as
approved by the Commission.

ARTICLE I

GENERAL PROVISIONS

Section 1. Traits of Architects. - The profession of Architecture calls for men and women
of the highest integrity, responsiveness, business acumen, sensibility, as well as artistic
and technical ability. Section 2. Duties and Responsibilities. - The Architect's honesty of
purpose must be beyond reproach; he/she acts as professional adviser to his/her Client
and his/her advice must be unprejudiced; he/she is charged with the exercise of
mediation and conciliation functions between Client and Contractor and must act with
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entire impartiality; he/she has moral responsibilities to his/her professional associates

and subordinates; and he/she is engaged in a profession which carries with it grave
responsibilities to the public. These duties and responsibilities cannot be properly
discharged unless his/her motives, conduct, sense of moral values, sensitivity, and
ability are such as to command respect and confidence.

ARTICLE II

THE ARCHITECT'S RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO THE PEOPLE

Section 3. Relations with the Public. - The Architect is engaged in a profession which
carries with it civic responsibilities towards the public, whether such responsibilities are
the natural outcome of good citizenship or of his/her professional pursuit, or whether
they partake of informative and educational matters or of his/her normal interest in
public welfare; and, accordingly, he or she

3.1 shall respect and help conserve the systems of values and the natural, historic, and
cultural heritage of the community in which he/she creates architecture. He/she shall
strive to improve the environment and the life and habitat within it in a sustainable
manner, fully mindful of the effect of his/her work on the widest interests of all those who
may reasonably be expected to use the product of his/her work.

3.2 shall promote the interest of his/her professional organization and do his/her full part
of the work to enhance the objectives and services of the organization. He/she should
share in the interchange of technical information and experience with the other design
professions and the construction industry.

3.3 as a good citizen shall abide by and observe the laws and regulations of the the
government and comply with the Code of Ethical Conduct and the Standards of
Professional Practice. He/she shall at all times endeavor to properly observe the laws
on the practice of architecture and on the planning and design of buildings and their
environs. He/she shall at no time act in a manner detrimental to the best interest of the
architectural profession.

3.4 shall not use paid advertisement, nor use self-laudatory, exaggerated, or misleading
publicity. However, he/she may, in the context of advancing public knowledge of the
Architect’s function in society, as well as of architecture itself, opt to write books, be a
regular columnist of a publication, or be a contributor to the preparation of any other
literature, or activelv participate in any forum, seminar, workshop, or similar assemblies
through verbal or visual presentations and, in the process, show his/her own true worth
as a professional, in which case he/she may receive remuneration or honorarium for
such undertakings.
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3.5 shall not solicit, nor permit to solicit, in his/her name, advertisements or other
support towards the cost of any publication presenting his/her work. He/she shall refrain
from taking part in paid advertisement endorsing any materials of construction or
building equipment.

3.6 shall not deceive the public as to his/her professional competence, nor claim any
professional specialization unless supported by academic qualification, track record or
relevant expertise, professional resources available to him/her which will enable him/her
to handle the work particularly requiring such specialization and sanction, by his/her
peers in the profession.

3.7 may exhibit his/her professional shingle outside his/her office, or display a project
billboard indicating relevant information, which may include pictorial reproduction
thereof, in a modest manner

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III THE ARCHITECT'S RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO HIS/HER CLIENT

Section 4. Relations with the Client. - The Architect's relation to his/her Client is
dependent upon good faith. To ensure the continued existence of such state of good
relationship, the Architect's position carries with it certain moral obligations to his/her
Client and to himself/herself. The Architect shall always endeavor to protect the Client's
interests but never at the expense of higher public interests and public welfare; and,
accordingly, he/she

4.1 shall introduce to a prospective Client the professional services he/she is able to
perform provided it is limited to the presentation of examples of his/her professional-
experience and does not entail the offering of free preliminary sketches or other
services without the benefit of an agreement with the Client for legitimate compensation.

4.2 shall acquaint or ascertain from the Client, at the very inception of their business
relationship, the exact nature and scope of his/her services and properly inform the
Client of the corresponding professional fees.

4.3 shall advise a Client against proceeding with any project whose practicability may
be questionable due to financial or legal important and/or exigent conditions, even if
such advice may mean the loss of a prospective commission to the Architect.

4.4 shall explain the conditional character of estimates and in no case shall he/she
guarantee any estimates or cost of the work in order to secure a commission, unless
provided for by law, as in certain government projects.
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4.5 shall consider the needs and stipulation of his/her Client and the effects of his/her
work upon the life and well-being of the public and the community as a whole and shall
endeavor to meet the aesthetic and functional requirements of the project
commensurate with the Client's budget.

4.6 shall bill his/her Client for services rendered a professional fee commensurate with
the work involved and with his/her professional standing and experience based upon
the Basic Minimum Fee prescribed under the. "Standards of Professional Practice."

4.7 shall undertake the construction of a project even when the plans were prepared bv
him/her when it conforms with pertinent sections of the "Standards of Professional
Practice".

4.8 shall be compensated for his/her services solely through his/her professional fee
billed directly to the Client. He/she shall not ask for any other returns in whatever form
from any interested source other than the Client.

4.9 shall be free in his/her investments and business relations outside of his/her
profession from any financial or personal interests which tend to weaker his/her
standing as an unprejudiced and honest adviser, free to act in his/her Client's best
interests. If the Architect has any other business interest's which would relate to, or
affect the interest of the Client, he/she should inform the Client of such a condition or
situation.

4.10 shall include in his/her agreement with the Client a clause providing for negotiation,
mediation/conciliation and/or arbitration as alternative methods for the settlement of
disputes.

4.11 shall carry out his/her professional work without undue delay and within an agreed
reasonable time limit.

4.12 shall keep the Client informed at all times of the progress of the work undertaken
on the Client's behalf and of any issue that may affect project quality and cost.

ARTICLE IV

THE ARCHITECT'S RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO THE CONTRACTOR

Section 5. Relations with Contractor. - The Contractor depends upon the Architect to
safeguard fairly the Contractor's interest as well as those of the Client; and, accordingly
he or she

5.1 shall give the Contractor every reasonable assistance to enable him/her to fully
understand the contents of the Contract Documents by furnishing clear, definite, and
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consistent information in all pertinent contract documents to avoid unnecessary

mistakes that may involve extra costs to either the Contractor or the Client.

5.2 shall not knowingly call upon the Contractor to correct or remedy oversights or
errors in the Contract Document to the Contractor's or the Owner's financial
disadvantage.

5.3 shall, immediately upon his/her personal knowledge and inspection, reject or
condemn material, equipment, or workmanship which is not in conformity with the
Contract Documents in order not to cause unnecessary delay and additional expense to
the Contractor.

5.4 shall reject any offer of free professional engineering or allied design service/s, or
receive any substantial aid, gifts, commissions, or favors from any Contractor or
Subcontractor which will tend to place him/her under any kind of obligation to return
such favors.

5.5 shall promptly inspect each phase of the work completed and if found according to
the terms of the Contract Documents, issue the corresponding Certificates of Payment
and the Final Certificate of Completion, respectively, to the Contractor.

ARTICLE V

THE ARCHITECT'S RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO MANUFACTURERS,

DEALERS, AND AGENTS

Section 6. - Relations with Manufacturers, Dealers, and Agents. - An exchange of

technical information between the Architect and those who manufacture, supply, and
handle building materials or equipment is necessary and, therefore, encouraged and
commended, provided that: he/she

6.1 shall not solicit free professional engineering/allied design or other technical
services from manufacturers or suppliers of building materials or equipment when these
are accompanied by an obligation detrimental to the best interest of the Client, or which
may adversely affect the Architect's professional opinion.

6.2 shall not seek commissions, discounts, fees, gifts, or favors from agents or firms
handling building materials or equipment which may place him/her in a reciprocal frame
of mind. All market discounts shall be credited to the Client.

ARTICLE VI

THE ARCHITECT'S RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO HIS/HER COLLEAGUES

AND SUBORDINATES
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Section 7. Relations with his/her colleagues and subordinates (his/her big and small
brothers/sisters). - The Architect has moral responsibilities towards his/her
profession, his/her colleagues, and his/her subordinates; and, accordingly, he or
she

7.1 shall not render professional services without a professional service agreement.
He/she shall neither offer nor provide preliminary services on a conditional basis prior to
definite agreement with the Client for the commission of the project.

7.2 shall abide by the Basic Minimum Fee prescribed under the "Standards of
Professional Practice". He/she shall not use donation of professional services as a
device for obtaining competitive advantage except for worthy civic or religious projects.
Neither shall he/she submit solicited or unsolicited sketches or drawings in competition
with other Architects unless such competitive arrangements are conducted substantially
under the terms of me Architectural Competition Code.

7.3 shall not, in any case, enter as competitor in any Architectural Competition when
he/she has direct involvement in the formulation of the Program thereof, or when he/she
has been engaged to act as Professional Adviser or Juror for such competition. Neither
shall the Architect accept and act as professional adviser or juror in any architectural
competition when he/she has had any information or has reviewed or assisted in the
preparation of such competition. Nor shall be retained as a professional adviser in a
competition, accept employment as an Architect for the competition project, except as
Consulting Architect.

7.4 shall not, under any circumstances or through any means, solicit any project already
known to him/her as previously committed to another Architect, whether such a
commitment is still in the process of negotiation or has already been definitely agreed
upon.

7.5 shall not undertake a commission for which he/she knows that another Architect has
been previously employed unless he/she notifies me other Architect of the fact in writing
and has conclusively determined that the original employment has been terminated and
duly compensated for.

7.6 shall not undertake a commission for additions, rehabilitation, or remodeling of any
erected structure undertaken previously by another Architect without duly notifying him
of the contemplated project even when the Client/Owner is no longer the same. When
the greater mass, area, or design of the original structure is substantially maintained,
the new Architect should limit his/her advertisement or claim only to the extent of the
specific work he/she has done to me structure. Whenever the nature of work involved
examples of our architectural heritage, the Architect must look at all possibilities of
restoration.
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7.7 shall not maliciously, or unfairly criticize, or discredit another Architect or the latter's
work.

7.8 shall refrain from associating himself/herself with, or allowing the use of his/her
name by any enterprise that may negatively affect himself/herself or the architectural
profession.

7.9 shall not affix his/her signature and seal to any plans or professional documents
prepared by other persons or entities and not done under his/her direct personal
supervision.

7.10 shall provide employees and subordinates with a suitable work environment,
compensate them fairly, and facilitate their professional advancement. He/she shall
tutor and mentor the young aspirants towards the ideals, functions, duties, and
responsibilities leading to the ethical practice of the architectural profession.

7.11 shall unselfishly give his/her share in the transfer of technical knowledge and
experience to his/her colleagues and young aspirants and do his/her part in fostering
unity in the furtherance of the profession.

7.12 shall unselfishly give his/her time and effort to the advancement of the profession
thru his/her active and personal commitment and involvement with the Integrated and
Accredited Professional Organization of Architects (IAPOA) and in undertaking specific
advocacy work to ultimately benefit the architectural profession.

7.13 shall ensure that the conduct of his/her professional practice abides by appropriate
and effective internal procedures, including monitoring and review processes, as well as
sufficient qualified and supervised staff to enable the firm to function efficiently.

7.14 shall neither appropriate the intellectual property of, nor unduly take advantage of
the ideas of another architect without express authority from the originating architect.

7.15 shall build his/her professional reputation on the merits of his/her own service and
performance and shall strive to continuously update his/her professional know-how.
He/she shall recognize and give credit to others for professional work performed.

7.16 shall not, when offering services as an independent consultant, quote a fee without
first receiving an official invitation for him/her to do so. The Architect must have
sufficient information on the nature and scope of the project to enable him/her to
prepare a fee proposal clearly indicating the services covered by the fee in order to
protect the Client and the public from under-resourcing or under-pricing by some
unscrupulous parties.
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Department of Architecture

7.17 shall not undertake professional work unless the parties shall have clearly agreed
in writing to the terms of the architectural commission, to wit:

7.17.1 Scope of work,

7.17.2 Delineation of responsibilities,

7.17.3 Any limitation of responsibilities,

7.17.4 Fee or method of calculating it,

7.17.5 Mode of alternative dispute resolution, and

7.17.6 Any provision for termination.

7.18 shall continue to raise the standards of aesthetic excellence, functional logic,
architectural education, research, training, and practice.

7.19 shall, as appropriate, promote the allied arts and contribute to the knowledge and
capability of the construction industry.

7.20 if he/she possesses substantial information which leads to n reasonable belief that
another Architect has committed a violation of this Code, shall file a formal complaint
with the designated body.

7.21 if he/she is leaving his/her Architect-Employer shall not, without the permission of
the latter, take with him/her designs, drawings, data, or other relevant materials even if
personally performed by him/her. On the other hand, the Architect-Employer shall not
unreasonably withhold such permission, except when some confidentiality of any such
documents must be reasonably protected.

7.22 shall not discriminate on grounds of race, national origin, age, gender, marital
status, religion, or any disability which would hinder the performance of his/her
professional work.

ARTICLE VII

ARCHITECTS CREDO

Section 8. Any registered and licensed architect shall recite with vigor, passion, and
hope the Architect's Credo during special or important occasion, e.g., mass oath-taking,
lAPOA's affair, PRBOA's event. The Architect's Credo shall be the following:
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I shall work with this virtuous commitment: to exercise to the utmost my duty to myself,
my country, and my God.

I shall uphold the ideals, follow the norms of conduct of a noble profession, and
endlessly endeavor to protect and further its just ends.

I shall abide by the laws, rules, legal orders, statutory policies, and measures of my
country; the Code of Ethical Conduct and the Standards of Professional Practice; and
the Articles of Incorporation and By-Laws of the Integrated and Accredited Professional
Organization of Architects (IAPOA).

I shall humbly seek success not through the measure of solicited personal publicity, but
by industrious, meaningful application to my work, and strive to merit a reputation for
quality of service and for equitable dealing.

I shall ask for fair remuneration for my professional services from my Client, and hold
his/her interest over and above my own.

I shall disclose, whenever required, any private business investments or ventures that
may tend to create a conflict of interest, and ensure that such conflict does neither
compromise the legitimate interests of my Clients nor interfere with my duty to render
impartial judgment.

I shall exercise my professional prerogatives always with the highest level of integrity.

I shall inspire by my behavior the loyalty of my associates and subordinates, and take
upon me the mentorship of the aspirants to the profession.

I shall confine my criticisms and praises within constructive and inspirational limits and
never resort to these means to promote any malicious motives.

I shall dedicate myself to the pursuit of creative endeavor towards the goal of
enlightened Art and Science, generously sharing the results of my research,
experience, and expertise.

I shall treasure my being a holder of a valid certificate of registration and a valid

professional identification card as registered and licensed architect and of a valid
membership card with the lAPOA.

I shall consecrate myself to the highest standard of professionalism, integrity, and

competence to the public, to the Client, to the contractor, to the manufacturers, dealers,
and agents, and to colleagues and subordinates who are the direct and indirect users
and beneficiaries of my architectural services.
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College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology
Department of Architecture

ARTICLE VIII

MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

Section 9. Liabilities and Penalties. Any registered and licensed architect or a grantee of
a temporary/special permit who violates any provision of this Code shall be liable under
Sec. 23 (f), Art. III and Sec. 29, Art. lV of R.A. No. 9266 and under Sec. 23 (f), Rule III
and Sec. 29, Rule IV of Board Resolution No. 07, Series of 2004; and, accordingly, shall
be meted out with the penalty of suspension or revocation of the validity of certificate of
registration, or cancellation of a special/temporary permit by the Board, and/or of a fine
of not less than One hundred thousand pesos (P100,000.00) but not more than five
million pesos (P5,000,000.00) or to suffer imprisonment for a period of not less than six
(6) months or not exceeding six (6) years, or both at the discretion of the court,
respectively.

Section 10. Separability Clase. If any section or part of the herein Resolution shall be
declared unconstitutional or invalid, such declaration or judgment shall not affect,
invalidate, or impair the other sections or provisions thereof or part thereof directly
involved in which such judgment has been rendered.

Section 11. Effectivity Clause. The herein Resolution shall take effect after fifteen (15)
days following its full and complete publication in the Official Gazette or any daily
newspaper of general circulation in the Philippines. Done in the City of Manila, this 5th
day of April, 2006.
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Department of Architecture

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