Building Planning & Drawings MCQ Quiz in தமிழ் - Objective Question with Answer for Building Planning & Drawings - இலவச PDF ஐப் பதிவிறக்கவும்

Explanation:

Building Plan:

The plan, elevation and sections of buildings accompanying the application shall be accurately drawn to a scale of not less than 1:100.

• Include floor plan of all floors together with the covered area, accessory buildings and basement floor. It indicates clearly size of rooms, position of staircases, ramps and lift well.
• Show the use or occupancy of all parts of the building.
• Show the exact position of services like water closet, sink, bath etc.
• Include sectional drawing, showing clearly the size of footings, thickness of basement, wall construction, size and spacing of framing members, etc.
• Show street elevations.
• Include terrace plan indicating the drainage, and slope of the roof.
• Specify total floor area of building. 

Additional InformationService Plan: 

• The service plan shall be drawn to the same scale as the building plan. 
• It shall include plans and sections of private water supply and sewage disposal systems.

Explanation:

Kitchen:

• One of the important unit of the building. it is the preparation of food for family.
• A nicely designed and well-equipped kitchen affords great comfort and convenience to the family life, social status, etc of the persons occupying the building.
• The location should be such that an overall view of the whole building is obtained, Easily approachable to the entrance, drawing room, dining room, and washing place.
• Suitably combined with stone. It should allow private working.
• It should be on the opposite side of breeze or wind direction to avoid smell spreading into other rooms. 
• Kitchen in residential building need more air changes per hour, while comparing to bed room in residential building.

Additional Information

Dining Room:

• It is situated nearby kitchen and drawing room with maximum ventilation.
• It should be furnished with photos with delicious food. Rooms like bedroom toilet etc. can have direct access from dining room.

Bed Room:

• It is the most important room in a residential building and it is located with sufficient privacy and space of a habitable.

Drawing Room:

• It is meant for receiving guests and also used for various purpose occasions in the family, office discussions, occupational work, library reading, etc. Therefore, it should be located very near to the entrance with adequate size and easily approachable to the common toilet, dining room, front verandah, and staircase.

Explanation:

Dining room is the name of the room. The dining room is situated nearby the kitchen and drawing room with maximum ventilation. It should be furnished with photos of delicious food. Rooms like bedroom toilet etc. It can have direct access from the dining room.

Additional InformationStudy Room:

• It is an area provided for learning and reading.
• Space should be provided for keeping books in a systematic manner and it is located in an area with fewer disturbances.

Entertainment Room:

• Area provided for placing home theatre and music systems for entertainment.

Drawing Room:

• It is meant for receiving guests also used for various purposes:
  • Occasions in the family
  • Office discussions
  • Occupational work
  • Library reading, etc

Explanation:

The carpet area of residential building may be 50 to 65% of the plinth area of the building.

Additional InformationCarpet area:

• Carpet area of building is the useful area or liveable area or lettable area.
• This is the total floor area minus the circulation area, verandahs, corridors, passages, staircase, lifts, entrance hall etc., and minus other nonusable areas as sanitary accommodations (Bath and W.Cs), air conditioning room etc. 
• For a framed multi-storeyed building the area occupied by wall may be 5% to 10% of the plinth area (a standard 3% for external walls and 2% for internal walls).
• For ordinary building without frame, the area occupied by wall may be 10% to 15% of the plinth area.

Explanation:

Mercantile building

• Mercantile or commercial buildings, which include retail shops and commercial spaces, often have the highest permissible F.A.R. values.
• In some areas, the F.A.R. for mercantile buildings can go up to 4.0 or even higher, depending on the zoning regulations and the density of commercial activity in that location.

Additional Information

Residential building 

• The permissible F.A.R. for residential buildings can vary depending on the city or location and the zoning regulations in place.
• In some cases, it may range from 1.5 to 2.5 or even higher in certain areas, but it depends on the specific zoning regulations of the local authority.

Educational building

• The permissible F.A.R. for educational buildings is typically moderate and depends on the zoning regulations of the local authority.
• It may range from 1.5 to 2.0 in many cases.

Institutional building

• Institutional buildings, such as government offices or cultural institutions, often have F.A.R. values that vary based on the zoning regulations of the specific area.
• It can range from 1.5 to 2.0 or higher, depending on the local rules.

Explanation:

• The National Building Code of India (NBC) provides guidelines and standards for construction and building practices in India.
• The specific requirement for the height of risers in staircases is outlined in Part 8 (Fire Safety), Section 5 (Stairways, Ramps, Passages, and Gangways), and Sub-section 5.2.3 of the NBC 2005.
• According to NBC 2005, the maximum height of a riser in a staircase in a public building should not exceed 15 cm.
• This standard is in place to ensure the safety and comfort of people using the staircase.
• Risers that are too high can be uncomfortable to climb and may pose a safety hazard, especially in emergency situations.

Additional InformationClassification of stair according to materials used

• Stone stair
• Wooden stair
• Brick stair
• Metal stair
• R.C.C. stair

Explanation:

The lifespan of  a residential building with concrete roof according to NBC 2005 is 100 years.

Table showing lifespan of structure

 Additional Information

The various factors affecting the lifespan are:

1. Design Considerations: The code provides design guidelines to ensure that buildings are structurally sound and durable. This includes specifications for materials, load-bearing capacities, and other factors that contribute to longevity.

2. Maintenance: While the code sets a standard for the expected life of a building, regular maintenance is crucial to achieve this lifespan. Proper maintenance practices can help prevent deterioration and extend the life of the structure.

3. Environmental Factors: The actual lifespan of a building can vary depending on environmental conditions, such as exposure to harsh weather, pollution, and seismic activity. Buildings in different regions may have different lifespans due to these factors.

4. Material Quality: The quality of construction materials and workmanship is essential for achieving the expected lifespan. Using subpar materials or poor construction practices can significantly reduce a building's longevity.

5. Adaptive Reuse: In some cases, older buildings may be adaptively reused for different purposes, extending their functional life beyond the originally intended use.

Explanation:

3 Floors is the maximum number of floors that can be allowed in a residential building as per NBC 2005.

Additional Information

Explanation:

The part parallel between the boundary and the building is typically referred to as the "Set back line."

Set back line

• The "setback line" is the correct term for the space or distance between the building and the boundary.
• It is a legally defined distance or area specified by zoning regulations or building codes that determines how far a building must be set back from the property boundary.
• Setback requirements are established for various purposes, including safety, aesthetics, and zoning compliance.

 Additional InformationAbut line

• An "abut line" is a term that can be used in the context of property boundaries, particularly where one property or structure directly adjoins or abuts another.
• It represents the line where two properties meet, but it may not necessarily refer to the distance or space between the building and the boundary.

Plot line

• "Plot line" is a broader term that can refer to the boundary lines or property lines of a plot of land.
• While it encompasses the concept of property boundaries, it may not specifically indicate the space between the building and the boundary.

Plinth line

• The "plinth line" typically refers to the line or level at which the base or foundation of a building rests on the ground.
• It is an important reference point in construction and architecture but may not necessarily indicate the distance between the building and the boundary.

Explanation:

IS 1641: 1960

• Code of practice for fire safety of buildings 

Additional InformationIS 456: 2000

• Plain and Reinforced Concrete

IS 291: 1989

• Machining Purposes

IS 10711: 1984

• Technical Product Documentation - Sizes and Layout of Drawing Sheets