CONSTRUCTION METHODS AND

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

CHAPTER 1
An Overview to Construction
Methods and Project Management

T he N BC P and Bui l di ng Per m i t

This module provides a review on the

provisions of the National Building Code
of the Philippines together with the
procedures in securing a building permit
3.1 PHILIPPINE NATIONAL BUILDING CODE (PD1096)
Adopting the National Building Code of the Philippines revising R.A. 6541. The purpose of PD 1096
is to provide and regulate building structures to reach minimum standard requirements and to control
the location, site design, quality of materials, construction use, occupancy, and maintenance.
Major terminologies in building infrastructures:
1. Construction – All on-site work done from site preparation, excavation, foundation, assembly of all
the components and installation of utilities and equipment of buildings or structure.
2. Alteration – Alterations in a building or structure involving changes in the materials used,
partitioning, location or size of openings, structural parts, existing utilities, and equipment but does not
increase the overall area thereof.
3. Renovation – Any physical change made on a building or structure to increase its value, utility,
and/or to improve its aesthetic quality.
4. Conversion – A change in the use or occupancy of a building or structure or any portions thereof
which has different requirements.
5. Repair – Remedial work done on any damaged or deteriorated portions of a building or structure to
restore its original condition.
6. Demolition – The systematic dismantling or destruction of a building or structure in whole or in part.
3.2 TYPES AND CLASSIFICATION OF OCCUPANCY
Structures or portions of structures shall be classified with respect to occupancy in one or more of
the groups listed in this section. A room or space that is intended to be occupied at different times for
different purposes shall comply with all of the requirements that are applicable to each of the
purposes for which the room or space will be occupied.
Types of Occupancy Classification of Building Occupancy

1. Category I – Residential 1. Group A – Residential Dwellings

2. Category II – Commercial and Industrial 2. Group B – Residential, Hotels, and Apartment
3. Category III – Social, Educational, Institutional 3. Group C – Educational and Recreational
4. Category IV – Agricultural 4. Group D – Institutional
5. Category V – Ancillary 5. Group E – Business and Mercantile
6. Group F – Industrial
7. Group G – Storage and Hazardous
8. Group H – Assembly other than Group 1
9. Group I – Assembly with occupant load of
1000 or more
10. Group J – Accessory
3.3 TYPES OF CONSTRUCTION
Buildings can be categorized into five different types of construction: fire-resistive, non-combustible,
ordinary, heavy timber, and wood-framed.

1. Type I – Buildings shall be wood construction

2. Type II – Buildings shall be wood construction with protective fire-resistant materials and one-hour
fire resistivity except for nonbearing construction
3. Type III – Buildings shall be masonry and wood construction and shall have one-hour fire
resistivity throughout wherein exterior walls shall be fire resistive construction
4. Type IV – shall be steel, iron, concrete, or masonry construction with permanent walls, ceiling, and
partitions that shall be of incombustible fire-resistive construction except for permanent non-bearing
partition of one-hour fire resistive construction
5. Type V – Building shall be fire resistive, structural shall be steel, iron, concrete, and masonry
construction
3.4 BUILDING PERMIT
A Building Permit is a document issued by Department of Building Official that serves as your official
consent to commence any construction, alteration, renovation, or demolition of your property. This
has to be secured before the work will commence.
As part of the Building Permit process, the
Department of Building Official will look and
analyze your submitted plans to guarantee that
your application complies with the National
Building Code of the Philippines (PD 1096), Fire
Code of the Philippines (RA 9514), and your
Local Building Code. Securing the building permit
ensures that the home owner, architects and
engineers follow the codes, standards, and
minimum requirement for a construction. Proper
architectural, mechanical, structural, electrical
and sanitary plans should also abide by the
codes.
Requirements in Securing a Building Permit
Applicants will be issued a list of requirements to 2. Application forms
fulfill. The following are the requirements for Properly filled-up application forms duly signed
securing a building permit are as follows: and sealed by engineers concerned:
a. Application for Building Permit (5 copies)
1. Ownership of the lot property b. Structural Permit Forms (3 copies)
a. In case the applicant is the owner of the lot c. Electrical Permit Forms (3 copies)
where construction will take place: d. Sanitary Permit Forms (3 copies)
a1. Certified true copy of Transfer
Certificate of Title, on file with the 3. Five or Seven sets of Complete Detailed Plan
Registry of Deeds. duly signed and sealed
a2. Tax Declaration a. For construction of two-storey building:
a3. Latest Real Property Tax Receipt Structural Design Analysis – signed and sealed
b. In case the applicant is not the registered by Civil Engineer at every page
owner of the lot: b. For construction of > to two-storey building:
b1. Duly notarized copy of the Contract Structural Design Analysis – signed and sealed
of Lease or Deed of Absolute Sale by Civil Engineer at every page together with
Boring and Plate Load Test, Seismic Analysis,
Proof of Property
 Procedures in Securing a Building Permit
3. Other Attachments 1. Prepare the list of requirements while you secure a checklist and
• Photocopy of Transfer application forms from the Office of the Building Official where
Certificate if Title (TCT) the building to be constructed is under its jurisdiction.
• Photocopy of tax 2. Obtain a Barangay Resolution by submitting one copy of your
Declaration of Property-lot blueprint and lot documents at the Barangay Captain’s office
(Certified True Copy) – 5 where your lot belongs. The barangay captain will schedule a
copies site survey on your lot to make sure there are no problems.
• Photocopy of Current Tax 3. Fill out zoning clearance form and pay corresponding fees at the
Receipt (5 copies) municipal or city zoning office. The zoning office will further verify
• Photocopy of current PTR that your lot has no outstanding problems and is classified
and PRC license of all correctly as far as construction is concerned.
involved engineers and 4. Secure and pay fees for fire clearance at your local fire
architects signed (3) and department.
sealed 5. Along with the filled-out forms and required documents and
• Permits and Clearances clearances as outlined in the checklist, submit them to the Office
of the Building Official. They will tell you then where to go next,
in this case, to the Assessor’s Office.
Procedures in Securing a Building Permit
6. If the submitted requirements are complete,
you will be granted an
acknowledgement/follow-up slip.
7. Within 10 working days, you will receive an
order of payment from the Releasing Section
of the building office. Settle the charge at the
cashier’s or treasury’s office.
8. Photocopy the OR and bring a copy to the
Office of the Building Official releasing
section. After five working days, the building
permit will be released after the submission
of proof of payment (official receipt).