Architectural Design V – ARDES 5

A Proposed Municipal Hall Design in Bocaue

Bulacan

Submitted by:

Alejandro, Yshi D. (TUPM-20-13265)

Basamot, Marchus Lois R. (TUPM-20-13869)

Fabito, Kristine Angel F. (TUPM-20-13051)

Recaplaza, Danica R. (TUPM-20-9142)

Submitted to:

Arch. Kenneth Vicencio Tributo

Instructor
 TABLE OF CONTENTS

TITLE PAGE

TABLE OF CONTENTS i

CHAPTER I: INTRODUCTION

Background of the Study 1

Problem Identification 7

Statement of the Problem 10

Goals and Objectives 10

Significance of the Study 11

CHAPTER II: REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE

Local 13

Foreign 16

CHAPTER III: DATA ANALYSIS AND SITE SELECTION

Presentation of Data and Analysis of Data 19

Site Selection

Criteria for Site Selection 20

Site Description 22

Site Analysis

Macro Site Analysis 23

Micro Site Analysis 30

REFERENCES 44

APPENDICES

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 CHAPTER 1

Introduction

Background of the Study

Architecture exists to provide people with a physical environment in

which to live, but it is also a part of the culture. It represents both the human
perception and the perception of the world (HMC Architects, 2019). As the
world faces modern problems in urban development, architecture continues to
provide creative solutions. Because of the constant advancement of
technology, contemporary buildings are constantly evolving and innovating,
monumentally representing the progress of both societies and the architecture
field itself. Design does not take place at one moment in time and on the basis
of one clearly defined set of decisions.

Architectural design is concerned with meeting human needs, and the

result is a large-scale environment or building. The Philippine Constitution
recognizes the importance of local governments. It states that "the State shall
guarantee and promote the autonomy of the local government units,
particularly the barangays, to ensure their full development as self-sufficient
communities." Each province is made up of municipalities or commonly known
as towns. The municipality is a public corporation established by a
congressional act that is governed by the Municipality Law, which defines its
duties and powers.

A City Hall or Municipal Hall by definition from Merriam-Webster Online

Dictionary is the primary administrative building of a city or municipality, and it
typically houses the city or municipal council as well as the mayor's office. It
also serves as a venue for civic and cultural activities to improve a
community's quality of life through both political and non-political means
(Erlich, 2000). These architectural structures exist in almost every town,
municipality, or city across the Philippines, and they serve the same purpose
in each place. They are portals through which local leaders interact and
conduct bureaucratic business with the government (Friedrich, 2020).

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 The general intent of this architectural research is to aid the
government of Bocaue to improve its existing municipal hall and its quests to
strengthen the economy and cultural heritage. The project will be called A
Proposed Municipal Hall in Bocaue Bulacan. It will serve as a government
complex that can be an investment in a great workplace that is competitive
and viable to continuous productivity and development in meeting tasks and
obligations that provide a profession of gains for everyone.

Space Requirements and Quantifications

A space requirement defines your immediate space needs as well as

your future space needs. Space planning is a complicated process that takes
many factors into account. The principles of space planning involve satisfying
defined criteria on a priority basis - as a result, space planning frequently
involves making concessions (First in Architecture, n.d.). There are frequently
multiple options when determining the space requirements of a building.

A municipal, city or provincial government has more or less forty-one

offices, according to the Local Government Code of 1991. Some government
offices are required, while others are optional. In general, municipalities are in
charge of providing services like parks and recreation, police and fire
protection, housing, emergency medical care, municipal courts,
transportation, and public works.

Office Head Municipality

Office of the Secretary to the Secretary to the Required

Sanggunian Sanggunian

Treasury Office Treasurer Required

Assessment Office Assessor Required

Accounting Office Accountant Required

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 Budget Office Budget Officer Required

Planning and Development Office Planning and Required

Development
Coordinator

Engineering Office Engineer Required

Health Office Health Officer Required

Office of the Local Civil Registry Local Civil Required

Registrar

Office of the Administrator Administrator Required

Office of the Legal Services Legal Officer Optional

Agriculture Office Agriculturist Required

Social Welfare and Development Social Welfare and Required

Office Development
Officer

Environment and Natural Environment and Required

Resources Office Natural Resources
Officer

Office of Architectural Planning Architect Optional

and Design

Public Information Office Public Information Optional

Officer

Population Office Population Officer Optional

Veterinary Office Veterinarian Required

Public Order and Safety Office Public Order and Optional

(POSO) Safety Officer

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 General Services Office General Services Required
Officer

Tourism Office Tourism Officer Required

Public Employment Services PESO Manager Required

Office (PESO)

Human Resources Management HRMD Officer Required

and Development

Disaster Risk Reduction and DRRM Officer Required

Management Office

Economic Enterprise and EED Officer Required

Development Office

Office of the Mayor Mayor Required

Office of the Vice Mayor Vice Mayor Required

Office of the Sangguniang Bayan Presiding Officer Required

(Municipal Vice
Mayor)

Office of the Senior Citizens' OSCA Head Required

Affairs (OSCA)

Persons With Disability Affairs PWDAO Head Required

Office (PWDAO)

Nutrition Action Office Nutrition Action Required

Officer

Prosecution Office Prosecutor Required

Solid Waste and Environment SWEMO Head Required

Management Office (SWEMO)

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 Gender And Development (GAD) GAD Officer Required
Office

Information Technology (IT) IT Officer Required

Office

Local Government Operations Local Government Required

Office Operations Officer

Table 1.0 Offices in the Local Government

Departmental layouts vary greatly depending on the activities and

workflows of each individual department. Departments that interact with each
other should be located close together. The finance department typically has
more contact with the public than any other department. Because of their
collection activities, this will necessitate an open plan for accountants/clerks
and one or two private offices. A vault for records, as well as collection
window counters, may be provided. An ideal location for this department is
near the entrance on the ground floor - accounting, purchasing, and budgeting
tasks may be placed further away from the public counter than
collection-related tasks (Santos, n.d.).

In contrast, the public works department may encourage private offices

for executive positions and department heads like the director, engineer, and
inspectors. Although it is more expensive and requires more space, it offers
confidentiality and better concentration, especially for jobs of an independent
nature.

Space Factors and Space Allocations, Planning Approaches, and

Special Considerations

The architectural environment, in which the primary social activities of

any society take place, has a dominant and permanent influence on the user
of this environment. Nonetheless, people do not simply try to cope with their
environment passively; they actively alter their environment to meet their
needs by acting either individually or in groups.

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 A municipal hall must be planned for a location that will be both
practical and where land prices are reasonable. Ideally, it should be situated
in areas that have been designated as institutional use zones. Institutional use
refers to use within or on property required for the operation of buildings such
as hospitals, schools, libraries, auditoriums, and office complexes. Whenever
possible, the municipal hall should be situated close to any form of public
transportation and most definitely close to major arterial roads (Northern
Architecture, 2022). These will ensure that the general public have easy
access to make transactions inside the municipal hall.

Consider the departments to be housed, the quantity of offices needed,

the number of employees per office, and the amount of storage and type of
furniture required. There must also be ample parking space for both
employees and the general public. Mere space allocation is not enough to
provide people the space they need, it must also be comfortable and efficient.
Natural lighting and ventilation can help provide the comfort that an individual
needs. Any government building with more than two floors should presumably
have elevators, especially if there are frequently used offices on the upper
floors. Departments that require constant contact with the general public and
money collection should be located on the lower floors as much as possible.
General offices should not be located in basements. Basements are best
used for storage, services, utilities, and parking. Safety and security must also
be prioritized, particularly by not allowing the public to come in contact with
police or criminal activities inside the institutional complex. Police departments
are frequently excluded from city hall, but when they are, they must be kept
separate from all other city hall operations.

Furthermore, planning approaches can also be integrated into the

project. According to the Corporate Finance Institute, Value engineering refers
to the systematic method of improving the value of a product that a project
produces. It is used to evaluate a service, system, or product in order to
decide how to handle the key functions most effectively and affordably. The
practice of value engineering ensures material quality at a reliable cost. Due
to budget limitations, finishes, materials, and furnishings are often sacrificed.

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The use of building materials while designing a structure could serve as a
symbol of its existence in the field of architectural visualization. It contributes
to the development of a relationship between visual quality and structural
stability in architecture.

In this study, vernacular architecture and sustainability will also be

utilized as well as smart building and automation planning approaches.
According to Paul Oliver, vernacular architecture encompasses the people’s
dwellings and other constructions, relating to their respective environments
and resources, usually built by the owners of the community, using traditional
techniques. Incorporation of vernacular architecture means providing
information about the local traditions, skills, customs, and way of life.
Sustainable on the other hand, as defined by Merriam Webster Online
Dictionary, is a method of harvesting or using a resource so that the resource
is not depleted or permanently damaged. Accordingly, sustainable
architecture seeks to reduce the negative impact of buildings through the
efficient and moderate use of materials, energy, and development space.
Smart buildings have also been taking over the world for quite some time.
This eliminates the need for numerous different security features, as they are
integrated into the smart system that runs the bundling operations. It provides
a wide array of different services, such as: entry and exit control, security, and
light control (Easy Render, n.d.). Whole planned smart cities that collaborate
to achieve a shared objective of safety, security, sustainability, and
accommodation are not that far in the future with the emergence of planned
cities all over the world.

Problem Identification

Current problems of the two existing municipal halls in Bocaue,

Bulacan were tackled during an interview with the municipal architect of
Bocaue. It was explained that the old municipal hall is made of wood and
concrete that are starting to break down due to old age. It was built around the
post-war period. It was also less accessible than where the new municipal hall

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currently stands. A growing number of employees is also becoming a problem
as modern governments require more offices as they hire more particular
departments to handle day-to-day civic activities. Three departments shared
one office at one point. As a result, it mandated the construction of the newly
constructed municipal hall.

The New Municipal Hall of Bocaue started its construction in the 1990s
and turnover was around 2013 and is still undergoing construction until
present year 2022, making it somehow outdated and unable to keep up with
the growing number of employees. The lot area is only 5000 sqm, but ideally it
should be 4 hectares as said by the municipal architect while restarting
budget limitations. It does not have ample parking space and the location,
although currently developing, requires private transportation to be easily
accessed. Transportation costs are somehow expensive for ordinary citizens.
Architectural plans were not followed; there are no storage rooms as piled up
electoral ballots can be seen from the outside. Use of sub-standard
construction materials is noticeable due to damages on flooring, ceiling, glass,
and use of wood partitions. Although stated “sustainable” by the municipal
architect, it was the opposite as there is no proper utilization of natural lighting
observed.

The amenities of grand civic architecture are frequently absent from

municipal halls in the smallest municipalities due to financial restrictions. As
said by the municipal architect, his designs were not followed due to high
construction costs.

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 Figure 1.0 Initial Problematization

By defining and simplifying the main problem as an issue on design,

space planning, and structural integrity, an architectural resolution can be
hypothesized:

A building that embodies the municipal identity, if designed as a

reflection of the municipal spirit, will not only be a source of pride for its users
but will also be a testament to the community's economic and cultural
heritage.

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Statement of the Problem

This architectural research aims to create a multi-functional municipal

hall that could strengthen the economy and cultural heritage. Specifically, this
proposal aims to answer the following questions:

1. How can architecture aid in workers’ productivity and development?

2. How can architecture provide economic returns and investment to a

municipality?

3. How can architecture create and establish a sense of culture in one

location while assisting on modern-day problems of climate
change?

Goals and Objectives

To transform the two existing municipal halls in Bocaue, Bulacan into a

better and more operable site for projects seeking to create an accessible and
more convenient design solution by utilizing the site's maximum potential in
formulating a more efficient function of the building in comparison to the old
and existing institutional complex.

● To strengthen the artistic and cultural character of Bocaue, Bulacan in

the contemporary setting and develop a timeless, aesthetic, and
functional design that fosters citizens' sense of community and
individuality.
● To produce an innovative, stimulating, healthful and vibrant
environment wherein it is beneficial, conducive, and interactive to
workers’ productivity by means of proper space allocations and
planning approaches.
● To design in an environmentally friendly way and with design
consideration for reduction in the environmental effects that will also
meet the standards of a government structure and serviceable
facilities.

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Significance of the Study

The significance of the study includes the benefit to workers, higher

officials, and the general public who will provide convenience, better
productivity, accessibility, and comfort. It also includes improving and
upgrading the facilities, ensuring spatial equity, promoting health, and creating
a sense of place that could guarantee their satisfaction.

Accessibility. The site should be accessible by both public and private

transportation. It should be located alongside roads or streets for easy
vehicular access. Universal design entails creating spaces that meet the
needs of all people by including ramps, handrails, vestibules, signage,
restrooms, and facilitate doors for wheelchair users.

Comfort. Individual and group comfort can be provided by

occupant-adjustable temperature, ventilation, lighting, acoustic, and furniture
systems, which enable people to manage their workspace to meet their needs
and reduce complaints.

Economy. Architecture is a government investment. It attracts

investors in a municipality as green buildings are effectively driving the
construction industry as the sustainable building sector expands. Great
architecture can increase land value and expedite opportunities especially in
institutional use zones.

Expansion. Future-proofing the municipal hall allows nearby

businesses to grow. There are still many undeveloped lots around the site
location and the institutional complex could potentially expand into the
adjacent areas, creating more facilities and public spaces.

Healthfulness. Clean and healthy work environments with access to

air, light, water, and free of contaminants and excessive noise.

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 Sense of Place. A workplace with a distinct personality, as well as an
appropriate image and identity, instills a sense of pride, purpose, and
dedication in both the individual and the workplace community. Tourism could
flourish in the situation that Bocaue would become a collective term for the
theme of its local architectural style and character, similar to how Spanish
architecture instills in Intramuros.

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 Chapter 2

Review of Related Literature

This chapter presents the related literature and studies after an

in-depth search. It consists of two (2) public building projects from local and
foreign countries that thoroughly depict the proposed building design. The
gathered information from this literature will also give the groundwork for
developing and presenting compelling arguments to support the subject study,
justify and contextualize, and highlight errors and gaps in earlier studies
conducted by others.

Progress Towards Energy Efficiency and Sustainable Building

Buildings presently account for 30-40% of total city emissions, and to

meet the COP21 objective by 2050, emissions from buildings must be 80-90%
lower than they are today. Many buildings waste energy and contribute
significantly to carbon emissions. (Iberdrola, 2022)

Efficient smart infrastructure will grow with an emphasis on a

people-first building strategy. These techniques will assist city leaders in
implementing a more comprehensive well-being concept that will contribute to
a higher quality of life through innovative and sustainable buildings and a
well-integrated and intelligent municipal infrastructure. Smart and sustainable
buildings pave the way for settings that support, augment, and enrich our
ways of life.

It leads to a more human-centered future in which each encounter

between the intelligent building and its residents becomes a chance to learn
and improve or enhance that relationship the following time. Structures tend to
be integrated into how we work and live due to a link between building and
human performance.

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The New One-Stop-Shop City Hall of Mandaue City

Figure 2.0 New City Hall of Mandaue City (Front View)

Located at the heart of the province of Cebu, the city officials planned
to construct the proposed new City Hall in one of the highly urbanized cities in
the region, the City of Mandaue. It is the industrial core and home to around
10,000 industrial and commercial locators, making it the country's "small
wealthy city." The projected City Hall would not only house the City's
departments and divisions, but it will also function as a complex for other
national government institutions (Espina, 2013).

The new Mandaue City Hall will become a "one-stop-shop" for all
government services, allowing faster transactions and providing more
convenience to the transacting public. Furthermore, the crafting design of this
new city hall will be determined by the remaining funds that will be spent on
the project. However, given the responsibilities of this institution, it must
convey the spirit of a functional government, a public structure that attempts
to symbolize a body that is open, accessible, and efficient to the people.

Impediments and Plans on New Eyeing Structure

Cebu City officials planned to build the new City Hall where the Cebu
International Convention Center (CICC) stands with currently 500 families
living in the compound and who are victims of fire in barangays Tipolo,

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Mantuyong, and Guizo. Hence, they would be focusing first in the city's
housing project called Tipolo Residence, so that fire victims living inside the
compound could be relocated there.

On the other hand, the planned concept for the new Mandaue City Hall
aims to consolidate all government offices into a single complex, as opposed
to the existing situation in which offices are scattered around the city hall area.
As one of the highly urbanized cities in the region, it is conveniently placed ten
minutes away from any of the key growth sites within the inner core of the
Metro Cebu Area. Its purpose is to have a one-stop-shop government center
in one location, rather than having to carry a vehicle, to make things easier
and simpler (Cortes, 2013).

Principles and Ordinances on its Implementation

An ordinance amending
known as "An Ordinance Adopting a
Comprehensive Zoning Regulations
for the City of Mandaue and
Providing for the Administration,
Enforcement and Amendment"
address the present land
management needs and
incorporating disaster risk reduction
for proposing the new City Hall
adopting the available inputs of
social, economic, political and
administrative profile of the City of
Mandaue.

The Government of Mandaue City plans to build a modern and

high-rise City Hall that will bring all 36 departments together in one building
with principles of Green Architecture applied to the 23-storey building. It will
include energy-saving features wherein it allows air and light to get inside, so

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it can conserve energy. Moreover, the building will have a facility for
harvesting rainwater and recycling wastes (Abadia, 2013).

With a City Hall near the church and plaza, the city will be able to keep
its "small town feel." Its style will be inspired by the “Bantayan sa Hari”, an old
tower where watchmen stay to keep an eye for marauders during ancient
times. Meanwhile, the old city hall known as Presidencia wherein considered
as a cultural heritage structure will be converted into a museum and library.

The New Sustainable City Hall of Buenos Aires

Figure 2.2 New City Hall of Buenos Aires (Aerial View)

The distinctive new city hall of Buenos Aires, located in Argentina's

Parque Patricios area, was built by Foster + Partners. The Buenos Aires
Ciudad Casa de Gobierno offers amenities for the neighborhood's residents
and a flexible workspace for the city's mayor and 1,500 employees. It opened
in 2014, along with other major public infrastructure projects like the
expansion of the H metro line, the development of public space and green
spaces, and other urban amenities and utilities in Argentina. The building was
initially commissioned as the headquarters for Banco Ciudad, and its inherent
flexibility has allowed for a smooth transfer into government offices.
(Frearson, 2015)

It was the first public building in Argentina to get an environmental

award for the sustainability of the LEED Silver level. It earned the award for
best sustainable construction at the American Planning Association's

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excellence awards. Passive design elements that consider the city hall's
environment are used to add to its sustainability performance.

Urban Planning and Land-Use Regulations

Argentina is one of the most urbanized countries in Latin America, with

cities housing more than 90% of the country's 40 million residents in 2010.
Argentina underwent its greatest period of urbanization earlier in the twentieth
century; hence population growth rates are generally low.

Argentina is one of the nations in Latin America that has the least
central government, according to the OECD. Sub-national governments play a
significant part in the growth, execution, and delivery of public policies and
services. Municipalities are generally in charge of urban planning, land
zoning, maintenance of urban infrastructure, public transportation, and the
regulation of public roads. However, the powers granted to local governments
and municipalities vary from province to province and depend on each
provincial constitution. (Ronconi, 2013)

Sustainable Energy Strategy Using Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis

Every component of the building,

including the composition of each facade,
was developed, and planned in response to
the local climate, including the eastern and
western elevations, which are shaded by a
screen of louvers that climb the whole
height of the structure. Insulated
double-glazed curtain wall, skylights, and
low-emissivity glass will also aid to manage
temperature. Rainwater is collected and
utilized to irrigate planted areas, runoff is
collected and reused for toilet flushing.

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 The utilization of industrial materials enhances Parque Patricios's
original artisanal characteristics, the thermal mass of the concrete soffits aids
in temperature regulation, chilled beams were also installed to keep the area
cool throughout the warmest months of the year. For about seven months of
the year, natural ventilation will be employed to cool the structure. (Fiur, 2015)

Light and movement sensors are used as part of the building

management system to reduce energy consumption within the city hall. The
activity areas are open, natural light, and visible, allowing for effective
communication between departments and fostering a feeling of community.
These strategies attempt to construct a highly adaptable structure that honors
the city's climate and distinctive park-side position.

Architectural Identity of a City Hall

The environmental implications of the project must also be considered

in order to develop solutions rather than just mitigation methods. A governing
body is one of the most significant concepts instilled in a society in practically
every civilization found across the world. This stems from people's desires to
keep society in order. Society would be in complete chaos and danger if there
was no ruling authority. As one thinks about these ideas, one realizes that a
governing body must first resemble the society it intends to preserve and
organize.

The government is expected to rule and reflect the people and their
culture. They are also in charge of defending and guiding the people's culture
through its integrity and principles. A variety of social, political, and cultural
issues influence architecture. It reflects and communicates society's ideas
(Hellman, 1988). Architecture is a mirror of society since it is influenced by a
variety of factors.

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 CHAPTER 3
Data Analysis and Site Location
This chapter presents the collected data from detailed searching and
analysis determining the selected site location. Data analysis may include
evaluating collected data to investigate the relationship between affecting
variables and the site. It is usually associated with finding details that indicate
the characteristics of the ideal site location.

Presentation of Data and Analysis of Data

The researchers formulated criteria for collecting the variables
influencing the site location to gather credible site data. The Diagram below
shows the process of selecting and analyzing the site to match the
hypothetical site description.

Figure 3.0 Data Analysis of Site Location Diagram

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Site Selection
A. Criteria for Site Selection

Figure 3.1 Site Selection Criteria

The selection of the site for the proposed Bocaue Municipal Hall falls
under 8 criteria, where:

1. Location

The site is situated with immediate context with the surroundings and is
in proximity with physical features or major landmarks.

2. Accessibility

The site can be accessed by pedestrians, private vehicles, and public

transport vehicles, as well as provide good pedestrian and vehicular traffic.

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3. Vulnerability to Natural Hazards

The site is situated in the ideal place where it is the least prone from
potential damages, injuries, and natural hazards.

4. Topography

The site’s topography will not affect the location, layout, and design of
the project and can hold all possible use.

5. Climate and Orientation

The site has good climate, weather conditions, thermal comfort, and
good sun and wind orientation.

6. Drainage and Utilities

The site has definite drainage with no unnecessary water coming from
adjacent properties, as well as existing utilities available within the site.

7. Land Use and Zoning

The site selected is zoned appropriately and compliant under the

relevant planning schemes and codes.

8. Potential Future Expansions

The site has a larger area for any additional amenities for the property
development.

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B. Site Description

The selected site for the proposed Municipal Hall was suggested by the
Municipal Architect of Bocaue, Ar. Miguel S.J. Castillo and the Architectural
and Engineering Office of the Municipality. The site is situated at Barangay
Igulot, Bocaue where the Architectural and Engineering Office prioritized the
accessibility to NLEX, future expansions, and serves the least threat of floods
relative to other areas within Bocaue.

Bocaue is a 1st class, landlocked municipality in the province of

Bulacan. The municipal center of Bocaue is situated at approximately 14° 48'
North, 120° 56' East. Bocaue crosses the Bocaue River, a continuation of the
Santa Maria River and San Jose River and minor rivers and creeks, which are
distributaries of the Angat drainage basin. With Republic Act No. 11546,
Bocaue is now a part of the 5th district of Bulacan along with Balagtas,
Guiguinto, and Pandi. It was once part of the 2nd district of Bulacan.

Bocaue is politically
subdivided into 19
barangays:

Antipona, Bagumbayan,
Bambang, Batia, Biñang
1st, Biñang 2nd, Bolacan,
Bundukan, Bunlo, Caingin,
Duhat, Igulot, Lolomboy,
Poblacion, Sulucan, Taal,
Tambobong, Turo, and
Wakas.

Using the great-circle distance (the shortest distance between two

points over the surface of the Earth), the cities within the closest proximity
with Bocaue are Meycauayan, Valenzuela, Malolos, San Jose del Monte,
Malabon, and Navotas. The nearest municipalities to Bocaue are Balagtas,
Santa Maria, Marilao, Bulakan, Guiguinto, and Pandi.

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 In accordance with the continuous expansion and development of
Metro Manila, the municipality of Bocaue, Bulacan is now becoming a part of
Metro Manila’s built-up areas. The urban settlements reach San Ildefonso in
the northernmost part. The Bocaue river runs along through most of the
municipality, with celebrations of the town’s annual feast.

Site Analysis
A. Macro Site Analysis
Historical Background

Bocaue is a town in Bulacan where it got its name from an abundant

tree called "Bukawe" during the time and place. Bocaue was a small barrio in
the town of Meycauayan until 1606 when it was made into a town where
Reverend Padre Delos Santos served as the first parish priest and
administrator. In 1818, a fire destroyed a large part of the town and it was later
rehabilitated gradually during the American Colonization. In 1908-1910, some
of the members of the municipal council headed by Guillermo Puatu
unsuccessfully tried to change the name of Bocaue to Balagtas, in honor of
the Tagalog poet Francisco "Balagtas" Baltazar.

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 Bocaue’s history also revolves around the legend of the Holy Cross of
Wawa, which has served a great significance to its residents as to its
founding. The celebration of the Pagoda Festival, a feast honoring the Holy
Cross has been made a tradition. The legend says that centuries ago, a
woman was miraculously saved from drowning by an image of a large
wooden cross floating along the flooded barrio in the river of Wawa. Every 1st
Sunday of July, the residents of Bocaue greeted visitors with the traditional
river festival honoring the Holy Cross.

Today, Bocaue is thriving with production factories, cottage industries,

and agriculture. It is claimed and found that every home in Bocaue is
considered virtually a busy place. Each home turns out production of goods,
which greatly contributes to the economy of the town.

Land Use and Zoning

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 The conceptual land use map shown indicates that Bocaue is mostly
zoned as production areas with urban and industrial areas within the vicinity.
Bocaue’s hierarchy of growth shows the municipality as a major urban center.

Bocaue’s land is classified as Alienable and Disposable (A&D) lands,

which refer to lands in the public domain which have not been the subject of
the present system of classification therefore declared as not needed for
forest purposes. (Endriaga et. al. 2004)

The zones will be primarily for events oriented that target both
domestic and international events and audiences. Future construction of
facilities will be established for the complementary tourism markets;
specifically, leisure, educational, medical, and religious tourism. The locations
make it an accessible hub with its way to Metro Manila, Subic Clark, and other
attractions. Given the location and size of the zones, it will contribute and
generate economic opportunities and help decongest the area. Additionally,
the functional design considers the local environment to manage the impact of
tourism on the local communities.

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 The land suitability map shown illustrates that Bocaue is suitable for
irrigated rice paddies, which is abundant in the surrounding areas of Barangay
Igulot.

Demographic Profile

1. Population

The municipality of Bocaue has a land area of 31.87 square kilometers

which constitutes 1.14% of Bulacan's total area. Its total population as
determined by the 2020 Census was 141,412 showing a 3.58% annual growth
rate. It also shows 3.81% of the total population of Bulacan. The population
density of Bocaue is computed at 4,437 inhabitants per square kilometer.

Growth Rate
Barangay Population Population Population Change (2015-2020)
percentage ( (2020) (2015) (2015-2020)
2020)
Antipona 1.23% 1,736 2,289 -24.16% -5.65%
Bagumbayan 2.73% 3,863 3,573 8.12% 1.66%
Bambang 6.25% 8,841 7,830 12.91% 2.59%
Batia 28.78% 40,700 31,663 28.54% 5.43%

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Biñang 1st 2.41% 3,406 3,496 -2.57% -0.55%
Biñang 2nd 1.49% 2,113 2,072 1.98% 0.41%
Bolacan 1.11% 1,566 1,199 30.61% 5.78%
Bundukan 7.87% 11,129 6,796 63.76% 10.94%
Bunlo 2.84% 4,018 4,686 -14.26% -3.19%
Caingin 3.40% 4,813 5,551 -13.29% -2.96%
Duhat 6.30% 8,905 7,444 19.63% 3.84%
Igulot 1.32% 1,871 1,408 32.88% 6.17%
Lolomboy 10.21% 14,437 16,507 -12.54% -2.78%
Poblacion 0.50% 709 405 75.06% 12.51%
Sulucan 1.98% 2,793 2,572 8.59% 1.75%
Taal 6.42% 9,082 8,681 4.62% 0.96%
Tambobong 5.18% 7,323 5,558 31.76% 5.98%
Turo 8.39% 11,864 6,058 95.84% 15.20%
Wakas 1.59% 2,243 1,887 18.87% 3.70%
Bocaue Total 141,412 119,675 18.16% 3.58%

The assigned site for the project is situated in barangay Igulot in the
municipality of Bocaue, in the province of Bulacan. Its population as
determined by the 2020 Census was 1,871 and represents 1.32% of the total
population of Bocaue.

2. Historical population

Bocaue’s population grew from 8,438 in 1903 to 141,412 in 2020, with

an increase of 132,974 people over the course of 117 years. The latest 2020
census figures denote a positive growth rate of 3.58%, or an increase of
21,737 people, from the previous population of 119,675 in 2015.

Census date Population Growth rate

1903 Mar 2 8,438 –
1918 Dec 31 8,749 0.23%
1939 Jan 1 12,345 1.74%
1948 Oct 1 16,537 3.04%
1960 Feb 15 22,417 2.71%

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1970 May 6 33,953 4.14%
1975 May 1 40,577 3.64%
1980 May 1 49,693 4.13%
1990 May 1 67,243 3.07%
1995 Sep 1 69,718 0.68%
2000 May 1 86,994 4.86%
2007 Aug 1 105,817 2.74%
2010 May 1 106,407 0.20%
2015 Aug 1 119,675 2.26%
2020 May 1 141,412 3.58%

3. Economy

Bocaue has a 1st municipal income class. Its annual regular revenue
for the fiscal year of 2016 was ₱265,215,501.14. Its poverty rate was 7.52% in
2018.

Fiscal Year Annual Regular Income Change

2009 147,751,013.71 –
2010 154,160,306.75 4.34%
2011 167,587,099.85 8.71%
2012 181,959,321.44 8.58%
2013 196,824,680.53 8.17%
2014 223,320,347.75 13.46%
2015 242,337,270.63 8.52%
2016 265,215,501.14 9.44%

4. Households

The household population of Bocaue in the 2015 Census was 119,496

broken down into 27,427 households or an average of 4.36 members per
household.

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Census date Household Number of Average household
population households size
1990 May 1 67,046 13,193 5.08
1995 Sep 1 69,685 14,780 4.71
2000 May 1 86,795 18,237 4.76
2007 Aug 1 105,577 22,551 4.68
2010 May 1 106,266 24,278 4.38
2015 Aug 1 119,496 27,427 4.36

5. Age Group

According to the 2015 Census, the age group that holds the highest
population in Bocaue is the ages 5 to 9, with 12,272 individuals. Conversely,
the age group with the lowest population is the ages 80 and over, with 851
individuals.

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 Combining the age groups together, those who are aged 14 and below
consist of the young dependent population that include infants or babies,
children, and young adolescents, make up an aggregate of 29.96% (35,856).
Those who are aged 15 up to 64 consists of the roughly economically active
population and the actual or potential members of the working force of
Bocaue, make up an aggregate of 65.56% (78,458). Finally, the old
dependent population consisting of the senior citizens aging 65 and over, that
make up an aggregate of 4.48% (5,361). The Age Dependency Ratios
computed show that among the population of Bocaue, there is a ratio of 46
youth dependents to every 100 of the working age population, 7 senior
citizens to every 100 of the working population, and overall, a ratio of 53
dependents (young and old-age) to every 100 of the working population.

The municipality’s median age is 25. which indicates that half of the
entire population of Bocaue are aged less than 25 and the other half are over
the age of 25.

B. Micro Site Analysis

Site Location and Description

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 The assigned site for the proposed Municipal Hall is situated in
Barangay Igulot at approximately 14.7936, 120.9430, along the Ciudad de
Victoria Bypass Road. It can be accessed through Santa Maria/Philippine
Arena Exit along NLEX E1, and Philippine Arena intersection along the
MacArthur Highway. Elevation at these coordinates is estimated at 8.2 meters
or 26.9 feet above mean sea level.

Accessibility

The site can be accessed either from the East through NLEX Philippine
Arena - Ciudad de Victoria Bypass Road or from the West from MacArthur
Highway to Ciudad de Victoria Bypass Road. The site is located near the
Philippine Arena and Philippine Sports Stadium, serving as the site's major
landmark.

The main road access to the site is a 12m RROW with an adjacent
roundabout, and has light minimal traffic. Private vehicles and tricycles are the
only observed means of transportation along the main access road. PUVs and
buses are lacking, which limits commuting options. Pedestrian lanes and
sidewalks are present along Ciudad de Victoria Road. The site's parking
spaces and loading / unloading zones have also fallen short.

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Hazards

97.65% of Bocaue's population are highly exposed to flooding hazards.

The municipality of Bocaue also has a high proportion of built-up areas
exposed to flooding; most of the settlement areas in the municipality are
located in areas highly susceptible to flooding.

The assigned projected site located at Barangay Igulot is slightly more

elevated as compared to other areas in Bocaue. It serves as the least prone
area for flooding in the municipality although nearby creeks could rise and
pose more risk for floods. The municipality's risk to rain-induced and
earthquake landslides are very minimal to none. The soil within the nearby
creek could be softened and eroded that could pose a hazard to the
foundation of the proposed project.

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Topography

The Municipality of Bocaue is estimated to have a land elevation of

7.2m above the sea level. Its lowest estimated elevation is 4.2m below the
sea level.

The assigned project site located at Barangay Igulot is situated at an

estimated elevation of 8.6m above the sea level, which is the ideal suggested
site that is slightly more elevated as compared to other recognized areas.

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Physical Features

The landscape map illustrates that the entirety of Bocaue is situated in

the central lowland areas of Bulacan. Trees are not abundant in the site and
nearby creeks run along the site. The soil map analyzed that Bocaue is mostly
composed of Tagulod soil which is usually found on nearly level lands. It is
suitable for irrigated rice paddies, which are abundant in the surroundings.
Large areas in the vicinity are agricultural lands with built-up areas.

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Climate and Orientation Analysis

1. Average Temperature

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High 30°C 31°C 33°C 34°C 34°C 32°C 31°C 31°C 31°C 31°C 31°C 30°C
Temp. 26°C 27°C 28°C 30°C 30°C 29°C 28°C 28°C 28°C 28°C 27°C 26°C
Low 23°C 23°C 24°C 26°C 26°C 26°C 25°C 25°C 25°C 25°C 25°C 24°C

The hotter season lasts for 1.5 months, from around April 3 to May 20,
with an average daily temperature of above 34°C. The hottest month of the
year in Bocaue is May, with an average high of 34°C and low of 26°C.

The cooler season lasts for about 2.7 months, from around November
18 to February 9, with an average daily temperature below 31°C. The coldest
month of the year in Bocaue is January, with an average low of 23°C and high
of 30°C.

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 The average temperatures on an hourly basis are color coded and the
shaded areas indicate night and civil twilight.

2. Clouds

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Cloudier 51% 47% 50% 65% 87% 93% 92% 93% 91% 84% 73% 60%
Clearer 49% 53% 50% 35% 13% 7% 8% 7% 9% 16% 27% 40%

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 The average percentage of clouds is significantly seasonally varied
over the course of the year. The clearer parts of the year in Bocaue begins at
around November 22 and lasts for 5.0 months, ending around April 24. The
clearest month of the year in Bocaue is February, during which on average
the sky is clear, mostly clear, or partly cloudy 53% of the time. The cloudier
part of the year begins around April 24 and lasts for 7.0 months, ending
around November 22. The cloudiest month of the year in Bocaue is August,
during which on average the sky is overcast or mostly cloudy 93% of the time.

3. Sun

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Day hours 11.4 11.7 12.1 12.5 12.8 13.0 12.9 12.6 12.2 11.8 11.4 11.3

The total length of a day in Bocaue varies over the course of the year.
The winter solstice or the shortest day in Bocaue is on December 22, with 11
hours, 15 minutes of daylight. The summer solstice or the longest day in
Bocaue is on June 21, with 13 hours, 0 minutes of daylight.

The earliest sunrise in Bocaue is at 5:25 AM on June 3, and the latest

sunrise is 1 hour later at 6:25 AM on January 22. The earliest sunset in
Bocaue is at 5:23 PM on November 21, and the latest sunset is 1 hour, 6
minutes later at 6:30 PM on July 8.

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4. Solar Energy

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Energy(kWh) 5.2 5.9 6.6 6.5 5.3 4.3 4.1 4.0 4.1 4.4 4.5 4.6

The brighter period of the year lasts for about 2.2 months ranging from
February 23 to April 30, with an average daily incident shortwave energy/
square meter of above 6.2 kWh. The brightest month of the year in Bocaue is
March, with an average of 6.6 kWh.

The darker period of the year lasts for 4.7 months ranging from June 4
to October 27, with an average daily incident shortwave energy/ square meter
of below 4.5 kWh. The darkest month of the year in Bocaue is August, with an
average of 4.0 kWh.

5. Wind

The wide-area hourly average wind speed and direction is based at 10

meters above the ground. The wind experienced at any given location will be
highly dependent on local topography of the site and other factors.
Instantaneous wind speed and direction vary more widely than hourly
averages.

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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Speed (kph) 15.1 14.5 13.5 11.1 9.6 9.9 10.9 11.8 10.1 10.7 13.5 15.4

The wide-area hourly average wind speed and direction is based at 10

meters above the ground. The wind experienced at any given location will be
highly dependent on local topography of the site and other factors.
Instantaneous wind speed and direction vary more widely than hourly
averages.

The average hourly wind speed in Bocaue is significantly seasonally

varied over the course of the year. The windier parts of the year last for about
5 months ranging from November 1 to April 1, with average wind speeds
taking for more than 12.5 kilometers per hour. The windiest month in Bocaue
is in December, with an average hourly wind speed of about 15.4 kilometers
per hour.

The calmer parts of the year last for about 7 months ranging from April
1 to November 1. The calmest month of the year in Bocaue is in May, with an
average hourly wind speed of 9.6 kilometers per hour.

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 The wind in Bocaue is most often from the west for about 4 months
from about May 26 to September 27, with a peak percentage of 62% on
August 19. The wind is most often from the east for about 8 months from
September 27 to May 26, with a peak percentage of 91% on January 1.

6. Rain

Rain falls throughout the year in Bocaue. The month which has the
most rain in Bocaue falls in August, with an average rainfall of 384 millimeters.
The month which has the least rain in Bocaue is in March, with an average
rainfall of 26 millimeters.

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7. Precipitation

The wetter season of Bocaue lasts about 5.6 months from May 20 to
November 7, with a greater than 43% chance of a given day being a wet day.
The month with the wettest days in Bocaue is August, with an average of 22.3
days with at least 1 millimeter of precipitation. The drier season of Bocaue
lasts about 6.4 months from November 7 to May 20. The month with the driest
days in Bocaue is March, with an average of 3.7 days with at least 1
millimeter of precipitation.

8. Humidity

The humidity can be based from the comfort level on the dew point, as
it indicates whether perspiration will evaporate from the skin, thereby
promoting cooling. Lower dew points will feel drier and higher dew points will
feel more humid. The perceived humidity level in Bocaue does not vary
significantly over the course of the year, staying within 4% of 96% throughout.

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Utilities Analysis

The Ciudad de Victoria Bypass Road situated along the assigned site
is well lit as frequent light posts are present. Powerlines at telephone services
are also available within the vicinity. Curb gutters and site drainage is also
frequent along the bypass road but nearby creeks could pose drainage risks if
water levels fluctuate due to rain.

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SWOT Analysis

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 APPENDICES

APPENDIX A

COMMUNICATION LETTER (COOPERATING INSTITUTION)

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 APPENDIX B

PICTURES

Facade of the Bocaue Muncipal Hall

The researchers in front of the Bocaue Municipal Hall

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The researchers after conducting an interview with Ar. Miguel S.J. Castillo

Lobby of the Bocaue Municipal Hall

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 Vicinity of the Bocaue Municipal Hall

Rear portion of lot area of the Bocaue Municipal Hall

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