Promulgation of Architectural Code of the Philippines

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PRC BOARD OF ARCHITECTURE NO. 11, S. 2000: Promulgation of Architectural Code of the Philippines

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Title Supreme Court: Promulgation of Architectural Code of the Philippines

Law: Prc Board Of Architecture No. 11, S. 2000

Decision Date: Sep 18, 2000

The Architectural Code of the Philippines, adopted by the Board of Architecture, consolidates essential regulations and guidelines for the architectural profession, integrating provisions from existing building codes and introducing new sections on architectural heritage and information technology.

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Compilation and Preparation of the Code

The Architectural Code of the Philippines was the result of one year of diligent work by the Architectural Code Committee
Extensive review and incorporation of existing relevant provisions from the National Building Code (P.D. 1096) and the Unified Building Code (UBC) Series of 1997

Institutional Review and Endorsement

Endorsement of the proposed Code by the National Planning Code Review Committee on Architectural and Urban Planning
Positive assessment of readiness for adoption communicated through official channels

Content and Innovations of the Code

Compilation of numerous rules, documents, and procedures governing architectural practice in the country
Integration of established codes alongside new sections particularly on Architectural Heritage and Information Technology
Contributions from notable experts in these new areas enhancing the Code’s scope and relevance

Resolution by the Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture

Formal adoption and promulgation of the Architectural Code of the Philippines as an official regulatory framework
Incorporation of the Code as part of the rules and regulations governing the practice of architecture
Recommendation for approval and incorporation of the Code into the National Building Code as a referral Code as authorized by law (Sec. 201, Chapter 2, P.D. 1069)

Effectivity of the Resolution

The Resolution to adopt the Code takes effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official Gazette or any newspaper of general circulation
Adoption date officially recorded as August 16, 2000

Official Signatories and Attestations

Resolution signed by the Chairman and Members of the Board of Architecture
Attestations by the Secretary of the Professional Regulatory Boards and the Commission Chairman, with Associate Commissioners endorsing the Resolution

This comprehensive procedural and institutional framework ensures the Architectural Code of the Philippines is a binding and integrated legal instrument guiding the professional practice of architecture nationwide.

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