National Building Code of the Philippines

PD 1096

What are the three main world legal systems discussed?

Roman Law, Mohammedan Law, and Anglo-American Law

What are the sources of Mohammedan Law?

The Koran, sayings of Mohammed, and writings of Islamic jurists and ulamas.

What is the Sharia Court?

An Islamic court established under PD No. 1083 (Code of Muslim Personal Laws).

What is the purpose of law under the Revised Penal Code?

To protect national security, public health, safety, morality, and personal/property rights.

What is legislation?

The process of making or enacting laws by a legislative body. A rule or method laid down by a lawmaking authority that must be obeyed.

What is considered property under Article 414 of the Civil Code?

Any object that may be appropriated.

What distinguishes real from personal property?

Real property is immovable (e.g., land); personal property is movable.

What is an example of personal property?

Movables not considered real property, such as vehicles.

What is PD 1096?

The National Building Code of the Philippines, which establishes the standards for building construction and occupancy. Signed on February 19, 1977.

What is the purpose of the Building Code?

To safeguard life, health, property, and public welfare.

Who enforces the National Building Code?

The Secretary of Public Works and Highways.

What buildings are exempt from the Code?

Traditional indigenous family dwellings.

What does Section 105 of the Code discuss?

Site requirements for buildings.

What is a building permit?

A document issued upon compliance with the Code and its IRR.

What is conversion in building terms?

Changing the use or occupancy of a building.

What is alteration?

A change in a building without increasing its height or floor area.

What is renovation?

Physical change to increase value or aesthetics.

Who may be designated as Building Officials?

Incumbent Public Works District Engineers, City, and Municipal Engineers.

What support can the Secretary provide for implementation?

Technical facilities, consultants, and experts.

What are the general powers of the Secretary under Section 203?

Policy formulation, regulation, amendments, and fee setting.

Why study laws?

To understand our rights, duties, and obligations and prevent disorder and chaos in society.