National Building Code of the Philippines Quiz

What is the purpose of the National Building Code (NBC) of the Philippines?

• To provide a framework of minimum standards and requirements for all buildings

• To regulate the location and design of traditional dwellings

• To prescribe fees for building permits

• To appoint building officials in all municipalities

What is the definition of 'Construction' according to the NBC?

• The systematic dismantling of a building

• Any new construction which increases the height of an existing building

• Any physical change made on a building to increase its value

• All on-site work done from site preparation to the installation of utilities and equipment

Who is tasked with the enforcement of the National Building Code in their jurisdiction?

• The Secretary of the DPWH

• The President of the Philippines

• The Building Official

• The licensed architect or civil engineer

What is the purpose of the liability clause in the National Building Code?

• To absolve the construction supervisor from any liability

• To exempt engineers and architects from any liability

• To hold the contractor responsible for any building collapse

• To hold the engineer or architect liable for defects in the plans or the ground

When is a building permit required according to the National Building Code?

• Only for buildings in fire restrictive zones

• Only for public buildings

• Before constructing, altering, repairing, converting, moving, adding to, or demolishing a building

• Only for major construction projects

What type of construction is characterized by incombustible exterior walls and one-hour fire-resistive throughout?

• Type III

• Type II

• Type I

• Type IV

In which fire zone is Type I construction NOT allowed?

• Highly fire restrictive zones

• Non-fire restricted zones

• Multiple fire zones

• Fire restrictive zones

What is the purpose of zoning in the National Building Code?

• To regulate the construction of traditional dwellings

• To assign zones to lands

• To appoint building officials in all municipalities

• To assign occupancies to buildings

What does the 'R2' zoning in the National Building Code refer to?

• Low-density residential zone

• Very high-density residential zone

• Medium-density residential zone

• High-density residential zone

What does the 'C3' zoning in the National Building Code refer to?

• General institutional

• Medium commercial

• Light commercial

• Metropolitan commercial