National Building Code of the Philippines - Table of Contents
Presidential Decree No.1096
Table of Contents
Chapter I - General Provisions
Title
Declaration of Policy
Scope and Application
General Building Requirements
Site Requirements
Definitions
Chapter 2 - Administration and Enforcement
Responsibility for Administration and Enforcement
Technical Staff
General Powers and Functions of the Secretary Under this Code
Professional and Technical Assistance
Building Officials
Qualifications of Building Officials
Duties of a Building Official
Fees
Exemption
Use of Income from Fees
Implementing Rules and Regulations
Administrative Fines
Penal Provisions<i></i>
Dangerous or Ruinous Buildings or Structures.<i></i>
Abatement of Dangerous Buildings .
Other Remedies
Chapter 3 -Permits and Inspection
Building Permits
Applications for Permits•. •.
Processing Of Building Permits
Issuance of Buildings Permits
Validity of Building Permits
Non-Issuance. Suspension Or Revocation of Building Permits
Appeal
Inspection And Supervision Of Work .
Certificate Of Occupancy .
Chapter 4- Types Of Construction
Types Of Construction .
Changes In Type
Requirements On Type Of Construction
Chapter 5- Requirements Of Fire Zones
Fire Zones Defined
Buildings Located In More Than One Fire Zone
Moved Buildings
Temporary Buildings
Center Lines Of Streets .
Restrictions On Existing Buildings
Designations Of Fire Zones
Chapter 6 - Fire Resistive Requirements In. Construction
Fire-Resistive Rating Defmed
Fire-Resistive Time Period Rating
Fire-Resistive Standards
Fire-Resistive Regulations
Chapter 7- Classifiction and General Requirement of all Buildings By Use Or Occupancy
Occupancy Classified
Change In Use
Mixed Occupancy
Location On Property
Allowable Floor Areas
Allowable Floor Area Increases
Maximum Height Of Buildings
Minimum Requirements For Group A Dwellings
Requirements For Other Group Occupancies
Chapter 8 - Light And Ventilation
General Requirements Of Light And Ventilation
Measurement Of Site Occupancy
Percentage Of Site Occupancy
Si1.E And Dimensions Of Courts
Ceiling Heights
Size And Dimension Of Rooms
Air Space Requirements In Determining the Size Of Rooms
Window Openings
Vent Shafts
Ventilation Skylights
Artificial Ventilation
Chapter 9 - Sanitation
General Requirements
Water Suppl~ System
Wastewater Disposal System
Storm Drainage System
Pest And Vermin Control
Noise Pollution Control
Pipe Materials
Chapter 10- Building Projection Over Public Streets
General Requirements
Projection Into Alleys or Streets
Projections Of Balconies And Appendages over Streets
Arcades
Canopies (Marquees)
Movable Awnings Or Hoqds
Doors, Windows, and The Like
Domer Buildings With Chaflans
Chapter 11 -Protection Of Pedestrians During
Constructlon Or Demolition
General Requirements
Storage Io Public Property
Mixing Mortar On Public Property
Protection Ofutilities
Walkway
Pedestrian Protection
Maintenance And Removal Of Protective Devices
Demolition
Chapter U- General Design And Construction Requirements
General Requirements
Excavation, Foundation. And Retaining Walls
Veneet
Enclosure Of Vertical Openings:
Floor Construction:
Roof Construction And Covering
Stairs, Exits. And Occupant Loads
Skylights.
Bays. Porches. And Balconies
Penthouses And Roof Structures
Chimneys, Fireplaces, And Barbecues
F' --J<.H - Hin S I• "~Uis G ~Steins
Stages and Platform
Motion Picture Projection Rooms
Lathing. P1astering, and Installation Of Wall Boards
Chapter Ij- Elecfrjcal And Mechanical Regulations
Electrical Regulations So
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Chapter 14- Photographjc And X-Ray Films
Storage And Handling 1
Classes Of Film Exempted 1
Fire Extinguishing Syw:M 1
Chapter 15-Pre Fabricated Construci'ion
Prefabri~Ted Assembly2
Chapter 16- Plastics
Approved Plastics ~3
Installation • Sj
Glazing Of Opening 3
Skylights 3
Light-Transmitting Panels In Monitors And
Sa\\1ootb Roofs
Plastic Light Diffusers In Ceiling
Partitions'~ •55
ExteriorVeneer5
A"'Nings And Canopies5
Chapter 17- Sheet Metal Paint Spray Booths
Sheet Metal Paint Spray Booms
Fire Protection ~
Light
Ventillation
Chapter 18- Glass And Gai.Zing
General Requirements
Area Limitation
Glazing
Louvered Windows
Impact •
Chapter 19-The Use Of Computer
General Rules
Program Documentation :
Submission Of Computer-Generated Computations
Chapter 20- Signs
Genera! Requirements
Maintenance
Design And Construction
Supports And Anchorages
Proj~Ctions And Clearances
Lightning :
Chapter 21 -Transitory And Final Provisions
Existing Buildings And Structures
Interim Rules And Regulations
Separability Clause
Repealing Clause
Effectivity'
Annex "A" - Words, Terms And Phrases (Definitions)
Annex "B"
Table 708-A. Dimension Of Wood Posts Or Suponales
Table I O<L3-A. Projection Of Balconies And Appendages
Table Ii 06~A. Type Of Protection Required For Pedestrians
V
Section
Rl
Rule I
Rule It
Rule Iii
Rule Iv
Rule V
The Law To Enhance Mobility Of Disabled Persons
Batas Pambansa Big.344
Objectives And Requirements For Issuance Of License-Or
PerMit For Construction Or Repair Of Public and Private Buildings
Public Conveyances
Requirements For Preparation Of Rules And
Regulations
Penalties For Violations
Repeal Of Inconsistent Laws, Rules and Regulations 2
Ministry Of Public Works And Highways Instructions On Batas Pambansa Blg.4.2
Amended. Rules And Regulations Lm Plementing The Law To Enhance Mobility Of Disabled Persons
Scope And Application
Minimum Requirements For Accessibility
Specific Requirements For Buildings And Related
Structures Public Use
Requirements For Public Transportation
Administration• And Enforcement
Appendix A- Minimun Requirements For Accessibility
Vi Illustration For Minimum Requirements00
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PRESlDENTIAL DECREE NO.1096
MALACANANG
Manila
PRESlDENTIAL DECREE NO.1096
ADOPTING A NATIONAL BUILDING CODE OF THE PHILIPPINES THEREBY
REVISING REPUBLIC ACT NUMBERED SIXTY-FIVE HUNDRED FORTY ONE
WHEREAS, the country's accelerating economic and physical development, coupled with urbanization and population growth, makes <i>imperative </i>the formulation and adoption of a uniform building code which shall embody up-to-date and modern technical knowledge on building design, construction, use, occupancy and maintenance;
WHEREAS, while there is Republic Act No.541, entitled "An Act to Ordain and Institute a National Building Code of the Philippines", the same does not conform with the developmental goals and infrastructure program of the Government <i>and </i>does not adequately provide for all the technological requirements of buildings and structures, in
terms of up-to-date design and construction standards and criteria;
WHEREAS, in the formulation of a new national building code, it is the desire and policy of the Government to avail of and harness the technical expertise and professional know-how of men not only in the public but in the private sectors as well.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, FERDiNAND E. MARCOS, President of the Philippines,
by virtue of the powers vested in me by the Constitution, do hereby order and decree the revision of Republic Act No.541 to read as follows:
Manila
PRESlDENTIAL DECREE NO.1096
ADOPTING A NATIONAL BUILDING CODE OF THE PHILIPPINES THEREBY
REVISING REPUBLIC ACT NUMBERED SIXTY-FIVE HUNDRED FORTY ONE
WHEREAS, the country's accelerating economic and physical development, coupled with urbanization and population growth, makes <i>imperative </i>the formulation and adoption of a uniform building code which shall embody up-to-date and modern technical knowledge on building design, construction, use, occupancy and maintenance;
WHEREAS, while there is Republic Act No.541, entitled "An Act to Ordain and Institute a National Building Code of the Philippines", the same does not conform with the developmental goals and infrastructure program of the Government <i>and </i>does not adequately provide for all the technological requirements of buildings and structures, in
terms of up-to-date design and construction standards and criteria;
WHEREAS, in the formulation of a new national building code, it is the desire and policy of the Government to avail of and harness the technical expertise and professional know-how of men not only in the public but in the private sectors as well.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, FERDiNAND E. MARCOS, President of the Philippines,
by virtue of the powers vested in me by the Constitution, do hereby order and decree the revision of Republic Act No.541 to read as follows: