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PROFESSIONAL LAWS AND CODES

I. PRESIDENTIAL DECREE NO. 223 (JUNE 22, 1973) - “CREATING THE
PROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSION AND PRESCRIBING ITS POWERS AND
FUNCTIONS”
- PD No. 223 was ordered by the late Ferdinand Marcos to effectively enforce the laws regulating the
various professions which has been misinterpreted for years. The Professional Regulation
Commission was therefore created as a three-man committee to administer, implement, coordinate,
and supervise the Boards of Examiners. They shall exercise general administrative, executive, and
policy-making functions for the whole agency. This special committee shall be attached to the Office
of the President for general direction and coordination.
- The three-man committee is composed of a one full-time Commissioner, the Chairman of the
Commission, which would be appointed for a term of 9 years and a two full time Associate
Commissioners, the Commission members, with a term of 6 and 3 years of service, all of which to be
appointed by the president. In any case of resignation or removal of the Commissioner, only the most
senior of the two Associate Commissioners shall be a replacement for the remaining term of the
Commissioner. Moreover, only a person who is at least 40 years of age, familiar with the principles
and methods of professional regulation and/or licensing and has at least 5 years of executive or
managerial experience shall be qualified to be a chairman or member of the Commission.

II. LETTER OF INSTRUCTION NO. 1000 (MARCH 22, 1980) – “MANDATING

GOVERNMENT SUPPORT ONLY TO APPROVED PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATION”
- Upon supporting the rules and regulations implemented in the Presidential Decree No. 223, Marcos
ordered and direct that all government agencies concerned shall authorize and support only
Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) accredited bonafide professional organizations, and their
members to organize host, sponsor or represent the Filipino professionals in national regional and
international forums, conferences, conventions, in which the concerned professions are involved. It
was also ordered that all government agencies and any of its instrumentalities shall give priority to
members of the accredited professional organizations in the hiring of its employees and in the
engagement of professional services.

III. PRC CIRCULAR 85-15/BOA NO.10 (JUNE 5, 1985)

- ARCHITECT IN CHARGE- The architect is registered and licensed under R.A. No. 9266, who is
directly and professionally responsible and liable for the construction supervision of the project.
- SIGNING AND SEALING OF PLANS- Prior to RA 9266’s approval, the Department of Justice
(DoJ) upon the CEs representation with the DPWH in late 2003, conducted a scrutiny of the civil
engineering law (RA 544, as amended by RA 1581) and compared the same with the organic and
amended architecture laws (RA 545/ RA 1581). The DoJ comparison resulted in a very interesting
and decades-overdue interpretation that clearly and unequivocally stated that only Architects shall
sign and seal architectural plans and documents.
- STANDARD TITLE BLOCK- The standard title block has 3 varieties: Standard Form-Type A,
Standard Form-Type B, and Standard Form-Type C.

IV. THE ARCHITECT’S NATIONAL CODE (SEPTEMBER 19,1979)

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- UAP DOC 200: CODE OF ETHICAL CONDUCT- The code of ethical conduct is a document which
forms part of the Architects’ National Code which contains the norms and principles governing the
practice of the profession of architecture in the highest standards of ethical conduct.
- UAP DOC 201-208: STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE
- UAP Doc 201: PRE-DESIGN SERVICES- It includes architectural programming,
feasibility study, project financing, site selection and analysis, site utilization and land-use
studies, and promotional services.
- UAP Doc 202: DESIGN SERVICES- The design regular services are divided into four
phases- Schematic Design, Design Development, Contract Documents, and Construction
phase. In schematic design, architects gather the project requirements, and then they prepare
schematic studies leading to a recommended solution and submit probable construction cost.
Architects prepare the working drawings and outline specifications, illustrate the size and
character of the project, and submit a further statement of probable construction cost in the
design development phase. Thirdly, in the contract documents phase, architects prepare
complete construction drawings and specifications, detailed architectural, structural,
electrical, plumbing/sanitary, mechanical, and other service-connected equipment. The last
phase, which is the construction phase, architects prepare forms of contract letting, documents
for bidding and for construction; assists owner in obtaining proposals from contractors and
issues certificates of payment.
- UAP Doc 203: SPECIALIZED & ALLIED SERVICES – The services include interior
design services; acoustic, communication and electronic engineering services; landscape
design services; physical planning services; and comprehensive planning services.
- UAP Doc 204: CONSTRUCTION SERVICES – The construction management consists of
the owner, architect, engineer consultants, contractor, construction supervisor, and a
construction manager. This service requires a full-time supervision to gain a successful
construction outcome. This service comes with quality control, evaluation, keeping track of
records, and full legal responsibility.
- UAP Doc 205: POST-CONSTRUCTION SERVICES – In terms of building and
equipment maintenance, services include an in-house architect that will ensure that all parts of
the building are in good working condition; In terms of building and grounds administration,
services include billing of tenants for rentals and utilities, monitoring of security and janitorial
services, and keeping up with local ordinances and building regulations. In terms of
evaluation, services include evaluating the actual use of facility, determine effectiveness of
building and material systems, evaluate functional effectiveness of the plan, and study
application and effectiveness of construction.
- UAP Doc 206: COMPREHENSIVE ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES – Under the project
management is the pre-construction phase in which architects advise owner to redesign and
cost implications, this also includes the periodic cost estimates, early purchase of materials,
bidding documents, sequencing and phasing of construction works, general requirements and
temporary facilities. During construction, general coordination and scheduling of work is
done including the overall supervision and inspection. Architects ensures compliance with all
the drawings and specifications as well as the fees that needed to be handled and develop
labor relations program with the owner and the contractor. The compensation would be 2-5%
of the total project construction cost.
- UAP Doc 207: DESIGN-BUILD SERVICES – Architects prepare schedule of work,
construction program, cost estimate; hires construction personnel and designates duties;
procures materials, plants, equipment, licenses, and permits; authorizes payments of accounts;
keeps records and books of accounts; negotiates with government agencies; and most
importantly manages all other businesses of the construction. The compensation would be 7%
of the total project construction cost.
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- Specialty services include heritage preservation, green architecture, building automation, etc.
- UAP Doc 208: SELECTION OF ARCHITECT AND METHODS OF
COMPENSATION – The method of selection is divided into three categories which are
Direct, Comparative, and Design Competition. These basic methods are available to a client
seeking the services of an Architect: Direct selection is most often used by an individual
person undertaking a relatively small project; Comparative selection is most often employed
by committees representing institutions, corporations, or public agencies; and Design
Competitions (UAP Doc 209) are most frequently used for civic or monumental projects and
prestigious private buildings. While the method of compensation are as follows: percentage of
construction cost; multiple of direct personnel expenses; professional fee plus expenses; lump
sum or fixed fee; per diem plus reimbursable expenses; and mixed methods of compensation.
- UAP Doc 211: PROFESSIONAL REGULATORY LAWS
- UAP Doc 301: GENERAL CONDITIONS
- UAP Doc 401: OWNER-ARCHITECT AGREEMENT
- UAP Doc 402: OWNER-GENERAL CONTRACTOR AGREEMENT
- UAP Doc 307: PRACTICAL SPECIFICATIONS WRITING

V. REPUBLIC ACT NO. 545 (JUNE 17, 1950) - “AN ACT TO REGULATE THE PRACTICE
OF ARCHITECTURE IN THE PHILIPPINES”
VI.
- Article 1 tackles about the whole organization, rules and regulations, and its role in regulating
the practice of architecture in the Philippines. It is stated that the Board of Examiners for Architects
are composed of a chairman and two members to be appointed by the Secretary of Public Works and
Communications. It is the board’s responsibility to supervise and investigate conditions that affects
the practice of architecture in the Philippines and take into consideration such measures that will
contribute to the maintenance of good ethics and standards in the practice for the security of public
welfare, life, health, and property.
- Under Article 2 of this act includes detailed information such as rules and regulation about the
Registration and Examination. Highlighted in this article are the terms and definition of “Architect”:
A person who is technically and legally qualified to practice architecture.

“(B) Who may be known as an architect or practice architecture. — Only those who

have qualified and received a certificate of registration issued by the Board shall be
permitted to practice architecture within the Republic of the Philippines, or to use the
title of "Architect" or any words, letters, figures, signs, cards, or other means to
indicate that the one using them is an architect, or to advertise or indicate in any
manner whatever that they are qualified to perform the work of an architect.”

- Under Article 3 of this act, Sundry Provisions Relative to the Practice of Architecture, pointed
about prosecution to any person violating this Act. Stated in Section 30 of this article,
“Sec. 30.    Prohibitions in the practice of architecture. — Any person who shall practice or
offer to practice architecture in the Philippines without being registered or exempted from
registration in accordance with the provisions of this Act, or any person presenting or
attempting to use as his own the certificate of registration or seal of another, or any person
who shall give any false or forged evidence of any kind to the Board or to any member
thereof in obtaining a certificate of registration, or any person who shall falsely impersonate
any registrant of like or different name, or any person who shall attempt to use a revoked or
suspended certificate of registration, or any person who shall use in connection with his
name or otherwise assume, use or advertise any title or description tending to convey the
impression that he is an architect when he is not an architect, or any person who shall violate
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any of the provisions of this Act, shall be guilty of misdemeanor and shall, upon conviction, be
sentenced to a fine of not less than five hundred pesos nor more than one thousand pesos or to suffer
imprisonment for a period not exceeding three months, or both, in the discretion of the Court.”

VII. REPUBLIC ACT NO. 9266 (MARCH 17,2004) - “THE ARCHITECTURE ACT OF 2004”
- It is an act that provides a more responsive and comprehensive regulation for the registration,
licensing, and practice of architecture in the Philippines in accordance with Republic Act No. 545. It
covers all definition of terms and acronyms regarding the scope of architecture as well as the
organizations, powers, and function of Professional regulatory Board of Architecture.
- It is stated in the statement policy that, “The State recognizes the importance of architects in nation
building and development. Hence, it shall develop and nurture competent, virtuous, productive and well-
rounded professional architects whose standards of practice and service shall be excellent, qualitative,
world-class and globally competitive through inviolable, honest, effective and credible licensure
examinations and through regulatory measures, programs and activities that foster their professional
growth and development.”
- It is also highlighted in this act the banning of practice of non-registered architects and non- qualified
professionals from engaging in the practice of the separate profession of architecture. While the law
preserves the right of other professionals to practice their own professions, RA 9266 reserves the right to
practice architecture only for Philippine certified and licensed architects and only such architects can sign
and seal architectural documents.

VIII. CIVIL CODE OF THE PHILIPPINES ARTICLE 1723 (JUNE 18, 1949)
Article 1723 of the Civil Code states that:
"The engineer or architect who drew up the plans and specifications for a building is liable
for damages if within fifteen years from the completion of the structure, the same should collapse by
reason of a defect in those plans and specifications, or due to the defects in the ground. The
contractor is likewise responsible for the damages if the edifice falls, within the same period, on
account of defects in the construction or the use of materials of inferior quality furnished by him, or
due to any violation of the terms of the contract. If the engineer or architect supervises the
construction, he shall be solitarily liable with the contractor."

IX. BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 03: ACCREDITATION OF THE UAP AS THE IAPOA
(JUNE 23,2004)
- The United Architects of the Philippines, Inc. (UAP) submitted its Petition for Accreditation
as the Integrated and Accredited Professional Organization of Architects (IAPOA) with the Board
on May 19, 2004.
- The petition for accreditation of UAP as the IOPOA is duly supported by three other
organizations of architects: the Philippine Institute of Architects (PIA), the Architecture Advocacy
International Foundation, Inc. (AAIF), and the Council of Consulting Architects and Planners of the
Philippines (CCAPP).
- the Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture issued PRBoA Resolution No. 3 and duly
approved by the Commission dated June 23, 2004, accrediting UAP as the Integrated and Accredited
Professional Organization of Architects. The said Resolution was published in the Official Gazette
last August 9, 2004.
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X. BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 02: REQUIRING IAPOA CERTIFICATE AS A

PREREQUISITE FOR RENEWAL OF PRC ID CARDS
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XI. Memorandum Circular No. 2005-08: memo to government agencies for enforcement of RA 9266
& its IRR
XII. Board Resolution No. 04: logbook
XIII. Board Resolution No. 05: prescription by the BOA on design, size & contents of the dry seal
XIV. Board Resolution No. 9: The Scope & Practice of Architecture
XV. Board Resolution No. 10: Architecture & Civil Engineering
XVI. Board Resolution No. 21: Architecture & Interior Designing
XVII. Board Resolution No. 22: Architecture & Landscape Architecture
XVIII. Board Resolution No. 27: Rules & Regulation governing the practice of Interior Design by Non-
Architects
XIX. Board Resolution No. 3: Rules & Regulation governing the practice of Landscape Design by
Non-Architects
XX. RA 544 (amended RA 1582): Civil Engineer
XXI. RA 8534: Interior Design 02.23.98
XXII. RA 9053: Landscape Architecture 03.30.01
XXIII. PD 1308: Environmental Planning 02.14.94
XXIV. EO 1008: Construction Industry Arbitration Law 02.04.85

BUILDING LAWS AND CODES

I. PRESIDENTIAL DECREE 1096 (FEBRUARY 19,1977) - “THE NATIONAL BUILDING
CODE”
- The Presidential Decree 1096 was issued on February 19, 1977. Enforcing uniform standards
and requirements on building design, construction, use, occupancy, and maintenance in line with the
policy of the state to safeguard life, health, property, and public welfare.
- It is stated in the scope and application of NBCP that it covers all the following disciplines
such as architectural, civil/structural, electrical, mechanical, sanitary, plumbing, and electronics.
- Applies to the design, location, siting, construction, alteration, repair, conversion, use,
occupancy, maintenance, moving, demolition of, and addition to public and private buildings and
structures, except traditional indigenous family dwellings, and those covered by Batas Pambansa
Bilang 220 otherwise known as the “Economic and Socialized Housing Projects”.
- The provisions of other professional codes shall serve as the referral codes of PD 1096 and
this IRR, approved by the DPWH Secretary.

II. BATAS PAMBANSA BLG. 344 “ACCESSIBILITY LAW” (FEBRUARY 25, 1983)- THE
LAW TO ENHANCE MOBILITY OF DISABLED PERSONS
- BP 344 is an act to enhance the mobility of disabled persons by requiring certain buildings,
institutions, establishments, and public utilities to install facilities and other devices. This Act was
passed by the Batasang Pambansa on December 7, 1982 and was approved on February 25, 1983
and signed by the late President Ferdinand Marcos.
- The sole purpose of this Act is stated in Section 1, “In order to promote the realization of the
rights of disabled persons to participate fully in the social life and the development of the societies in
which they live and the enjoyment of the opportunities available to other citizens, no license or
permit for the construction, repair or renovation of public and private buildings for public use.”
- Such architectural facilities or structural features as shall reasonably enhance the mobility of
disabled persons such as sidewalks, ramps, railings and the like. If feasible, all such existing
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buildings, institutions, establishments, or public utilities to be constructed or established for which

licenses or permits had already been issued may comply with the requirements of this law.
- The Minister of Public Works and Highways and the Minister of Transportation and
Communication, in coordination with the National Commission Concerning Disabled Persons, shall
prepare the necessary rules and regulations to implement the provisions of this Act.

- RA 7277 “Magna Carta for Disabled Persons”- An Act Providing for The Rehabilitation,
Self-Development, and Self-Reliance of Disabled Person and Their Integration into The Mainstream
of Society and For Other Purposes

- The grant of the rights and privileges for disabled persons shall be guided by the following
principles:
(a). Disabled persons are part of the Philippine society, thus the Senate shall give full
support to the improvement of the total well-being of disabled persons and their
integration into the mainstream of society.
(b). Disabled persons have the same rights as other people to take their proper place in
society. They should be able to live freely and as independently as possible. This must be
the concern of everyone       the family, community and all government and non-
government organizations. Disabled person’s rights must never be perceived as welfare
services by the Government.
(c). The rehabilitation of the disabled persons shall be the concern of the Government in
order to foster their capability to attain a more meaningful, productive and satisfying life.
To reach out to a greater number of disabled persons, the rehabilitation services and
benefits shall be expanded beyond the traditional urban-based centers to community-
based programs, that will ensure full participation of different sectors as supported by
national and local government agencies.
(d). The State also recognizes the role of the private sector in promoting the welfare of
disabled persons and shall encourage partnership in programs that address their needs
and concerns.
(e). To facilitate integration of disabled persons into the mainstream of society, the State
shall advocate for and encourage respect for disabled persons. The State shall exert all
efforts to remove all social, cultural, economic, environmental, and attitudinal barriers
that are prejudicial to disabled persons.

III. PRESIDENTIAL DECREE 1185 (AUGUST 26, 1977)- “THE FIRE CODE OF THE
PHILIPPINES & REGULATIONS”
- The Fire Code of the Philippines and Regulations was ordered and signed by Ferdinand
Marcos on August 16, 1977. The main purpose of this Presidential Decree is to develop and
promulgate sets of standards and regulations taking into consideration the latest development in fire
technology suitable to Philippine condition to prevent the alarming proportion the fire has reached
that causes death and injury to persons, as well as the lost and damage of a property.
- Fire Safety Constructions refers to design and installation of walls, barriers, doors, windows,
vents, means of egress, etc. integral to and incorporated into a building or structure to minimize
danger to life from fire, smoke, fumes or panic before the building is evacuated.
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- It is stated in Section 4 that the provisions of the Fire Code shall apply to all persons and all
private and public buildings, facilities or structures erected or constructed before and after its
effectivity.

IV. BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 4 SERIES OF 1972 “NATIONAL STRUCTURAL CODE

FOR BUILDINGS”
V. PHILIPPINE ELECTRICAL CODE (2009 AND 2017)
- The Philippine Electrical Code is intended as a design specification or an instruction manual
for qualified persons. Electrical designs must comply with the requirements of Code to ensure
safety. Energy management, maintenance, and power quality issues are not within the scope of the
Code.

- The primary objective of the code is to establish basic materials quality and electrical works
standards for the safe use of electricity for light, heat, power, communications, signaling and for
other purposes. 
- The PEC is divided into two categories: PEC I (Installation inside buildings) and PEC II
(Installation outside buildings)

VI. REPUBLIC ACT 7279 (MARCH 24, 1992) “THE URBAN DEVELOPMENT & HOUSING
ACT”
- This act was approved on March 24, 1992, which is an act to provide for a comprehensive and
continuing urban development and housing program, establish the mechanism for its
implementation, and for other purposes.
- It is stated in the Declaration and State Policy and Objectives that this act aims to:

(a) Uplift the conditions of the underprivileged and homeless citizens in urban areas and in
resettlement areas by making available to them decent housing at affordable cost, basic services, and
employment opportunities;
(b) Provide for the rational use and development of urban land;
(c) Adopt workable policies to regulate and direct urban growth and expansion towards a dispersed
urban net and more balanced urbanrural interdependence;
(d) Provide for an equitable land tenure system that shall guarantee security of tenure to Program
beneficiaries but shall respect the rights of small property owners and ensure the payment of just
compensation;
(e) Encourage more effective people's participation in the urban development process; and
(f) Improve the capability of local government units in undertaking urban development and housing
programs and projects.

VII. BATASANG PAMBANSA 220 (MARCH 25, 1982)- “ECONOMIC & SOCIALIZED
HOUSING”
- This act is known as “An Act Authorizing the Ministry of Human Settlements to Establish
and Promulgate Different Levels of Standards and Technical Requirements for Economic and
Socialized Housing Projects in Urban and Rural Areas from Those Provided Under Presidential
Decrees Numbered Nine Hundred Fifty-Seven, Twelve Hundred Sixteen, Ten Hundred Ninety-Six
and Eleven Hundred Eighty-Five”
- This law was implemented and signed in March 25, 1982 to promote and encourage the
development of economic and socialized housing projects, primarily by the private sector, to make
available adequate economic and socialized housing units for average and low-income earners in
urban and rural areas.
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VIII. PRESIDENTIAL DECREE 957 (JULY 12, 1976) - “RULES & REGULATIONS
IMPLEMENTING THE SUBDIVISION & CONDOMINIUM BUYER’S PROTECTIVE
DECREE & OTHER RELATED LAWS”
- Also known as “Regulating the sale of subdivision lots and condominiums, providing
penalties for violations thereof”
- This law was implemented and signed by Ferdinand Marcos on July 12, 1976 to supervise
and regulate the fraudulent practices and manipulations made by some real estate subdivision and
condominium businesses to ensure the security of  its inhabitants and to provide the requirements of
decent human settlement and to provide them with ample opportunities for improving their quality
of life.

IX. REPUBLIC ACT 4726 (JUNE 18, 1966) - “THE CONDOMINIUM ACT”
- This law was implemented and signed by Ferdinand Marcos on July 12, 1976 and is also
known as “An act to define condominium, establish requirements for its creation, and govern its
incidents.”
- The Condominium Act requires the unit owner’s association and its board to comply with the
act and with the condominium's declaration, bylaws, rules, and regulations. The act requires that the
bylaws specify the method of selecting and removing board members and the board's powers, duties,
and terms of office. Unit owners can use the method specified in their bylaws for removing board
members who exceed their powers and duties. Unit owners can also file a lawsuit if the board or
individual board members violate the act, the declaration, or the bylaws.

X. REPUBLIC ACT 7899 “ACT AMENDING THE CONDOMINIUM ACT”

- This law was implemented and signed by the late president Fidel V. Ramos on February 23,
1995. The enabling or master deed may be amended or revoked upon registration of an instrument
executed by a simple majority of the registered owners of the property: Provided, that in a
condominium project exclusively for either residential or commercial use and that in the case of
mixed use, simple majority shall be on floor area of ownership basis.
- It is also stated in Section 16 of this Act that:

“A condominium corporation shall not, during its existence, sell, exchange, lease or
otherwise dispose of the common areas owned or held by it in the condominium project unless
authorized by the affirmative vote of a simple majority of the registered owners: Provided, That
prior notifications to all registered owners are done: and, Provided, further, That the condominium
corporation may expand or integrate the project with another upon the affirmative vote of a simple
majority of the registered owners, subject only to the final approval of the Housing and Land Use
Regulatory Board.”

XI. PRESIDENTIAL DECREE 1151 (JUNE 6, 1977) “PHILIPPINE ENVIRONMENTAL

POLICY”
- This law was implemented and signed by the late president Ferdinand Marcos on June 6,
1977. Marcos declared the continuing policy of the State (a) to create, develop, maintain, and
improve conditions under which man and nature can thrive in productive and enjoyable harmony
with each other, (b) to fulfill the social, economic and other requirements of present and future
generations of Filipinos, and (c) to insure the attainment of  an environmental quality that is
conducive to a life of dignity and well-being. 
- The purpose of this law is to protect the right of the people to a healthy environment through
a requirement of environmental impact assessments and statements.
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XII. PRESIDENTIAL DECREE 865 (JULY 1, 1976) “THE CODE OF SANITATION OF THE
PHILIPPINES & ITS IRR”
- This law was implemented and signed on July 1, 1976 for the health benefit of the people. All
efforts are given to keep up with the modern standards of sanitation to provide and raise the health
standards of individuals and communities in the Philippines. This law also ensures to extend
maximum health services to the people in rural areas and provide medical care to those who cannot
afford it because of poverty.

XIII. REPUBLIC ACT 1378 (DECEMBER 21, 1999) - “REVISED PLUMBING LAW”
- Also known as an Act to regulate the trade of Master Plumber. This law is all about the
practice of plumbing in the Philippines and was approved on December 21, 1999.
- Within the meaning and intent of this Act shall embrace services in the form of consultations,
designing, preparation of plans, specifications, estimates, erection, installation and supervision of
plumbing work including the inspection and acceptance of materials used therein extension and
alteration of all pipings to fixtures, appliances, and appurtenances in connection with any of the
following: storm and sanitary drainage, facilities of buildings, the sanitary venting of fixtures, hot
or cold water supply systems within or adjacent to any building, storm drains, sewerage system of
any premises and/or connection with any public disposal or any acceptable terminal.

XIV. PRESIDENTIAL DECREE 1067 “WATER CODE”

- This law was implemented and signed on December 31, 1976 by the late President Ferdinand
Marcos. The Code covers underground water, water above the ground, water in the atmosphere and
the waters of the sea within the territorial jurisdiction of the Philippines.
- The Water Code has the following objectives: a) To establish the basic principles and
framework relating to the appropriation, control and conservation of water resources to achieve the
optimum development and rational utilization of these resources; (b) To define the extent of the
rights and obligations of water users and owners including the protection and regulation of such
rights; (c) To adopt a basic law governing the ownership, appropriation, utilization, exploitation,
development, conservation and protection of water resources and rights to land related thereto; and
(d) To identify the administrative agencies which will enforce the law.

XV. REPUBLIC ACT 7920 (FEBRUARY 24, 1995) - “PHILIPPINE ELECTRICAL

ENGINEERING LAW”
- Also known as “New Electrical Engineering Law”, is an Act providing for a more responsive
and comprehensive regulation for the practice, licensing, and registration of Electrical Engineers and
Electricians.
- This law covers the Statement Policy and definition of terms, Board of Electrical Engineering,
Examination and Registration, Sundry Provisions Relative to the Practice of Electrical Engineering,
the Transitory and Final Provisions.
- This Act which is a consolidation of House Bill No. 11063 and Senate Bill No. 1766 was
finally passed by the House of Representatives and the Senate on February 21, 1995 and was signed
and approved by the late President Fidel V. Ramos on February 24, 1995.

XVI. REPUBLIC ACT 8495 (FEBRUARY 12, 1998) - “PHILIPPINE MECHANICAL

ENGINEERING LAW”
- Also known as “Philippine Mechanical Engineering Act of 1998”, is an Act regulating the
practice of Mechanical Engineering in the Philippines.
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- This law covers the Statement Policy and definition of terms, Board of Mechanical
Engineering, Examination, Registration and License, Practice of the Profession, and Penal and
Concluding Provisions.
- This Act was signed and approved on February 12, 1998.

XVII. REPUBLIC ACT 7160 “LOCAL GOVERNMENT CODE OF 1991”

- Also known as an Act Reverting to the national government the discharge of health functions
and responsibilities devolved to certain local government units, amending for the purpose of
Republic Act no. 7160, otherwise known as the Local Government Code of 1991.
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XVIII. PD 1594 “The Law that Governs the bidding out of Government Infrastructure Projects”
XIX. PD 1308 “The Law that Regulates the practice of Environmental Planning in the Philippines”