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A PROPOSED INTEGRATED BUS TERMINAL

TO BE SITUATED IN BRGY. SAN JOSE

TALIBON, BOHOL

A Thesis Proposal

Presented to the

Faculty of the Department of Architecture

University of the Visayas

Cebu City, Philippines

In Partial Fulfillment

of the Requirement for the Degree of

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ARCHITECTURE

By

WILSON ROSALES AUXTERO

October 2010

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APPROVAL SHEET

This Thesis Proposal entitled” A PROPOSED INTEGRATED BUS TERMINAL

TO BE SITUATED IN BRGY. SAN JOSE, TALIBON, BOHOL” submitted by WILSON

R. AUXTERO in partial fulfillment of the requirements for a degree of BACHELOR OF

SCIENCE IN ARCHITECTURE has been examined and is recommended for acceptance

and approval for PROPOSAL HEARING.

THESIS COMMITTEE

ARCH'T. ADELINE C. LAURON

Chairman

ARCH'T. EMELINE JOY LIM-GANZON ARCH'T. FE D. INTANO

Member Member

ARCH'T. EMILIE P. SUMALINOG ARCH'T. RINO A. M. DEMETERIO

Member Member

ARCH'T. NATHANIEL J. HERNANDO ARCH'T. MARK BODIONGAN

Member Adviser

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Acknowledgment

The researcher would like to extend his deepest gratitude to all individuals

contributed in making this study possible through their time, effort and cooperation

which were useful as instruments of the study.

To the head of the Municipal Planning and Development Council (MPDC) of

Talibon, Engr. Ednardo Avenido for allowing the researcher to conduct a study of the said

proposal and for providing documents and information needed in the study.

To head of the Municipal Engineering Department, Engr. Lorenzo Flores for

giving also documents and information to be used in the study.

To the traffic personnel of Talibon for helping and guiding the researcher

acquiring the numbers of buses during its actual bus counting and observation in the

existing bus terminal in Talibon.

To the people of Talibon who help the researcher in acquiring data in relation to

the study by giving their time and effort during the distribution of questionnaires.

To my family in Talibon for their selfless support being in my side during my visit

in the site and for providing guidance and enlightenment.

To my second family in Talisay, for their unwavering support helping me most

especially in my financial needs.

To my friends, for sharing their knowledge, giving advice and providing

encouragement in times I needed them.

Above all, to the Almighty God, for His unfailing grace and love that showers

ivwith many blessings that in times of hardships His graces becomes insurance in the

accomplishment of the study.

vABSTRACT

Code Number _______________ Abstract Number_______________

1. Title: A PROPOSED INTEGRATED BUS TERMINAL TO BE SITUATED IN

BARANGAY SAN JOSE, TALIBON, BOHOL

Total Number of Pages_______________

Test Number of Pages________________

2. Author:

WILSON R. AUXTERO

3. Type of Document:___________ Dissertation________________________ Thesis

4. Type of Publication:__________ Published ____________________ Unpublished

5. Host/Accrediting Institution, Address, Region

UNIVERSITY OF THE VISAYAS, CEBU CITY, REGION VII

6. Keyword: PROPOSAL

7. Abstract:

The main objective of the study is to provide solution to the problem in the

existing bus terminal of Talibon and the option through the site as identified is to

construct a new bus terminal.

Working with this objective, the following has to be achieved:

1. What is the demand of an Integrated Bus Terminal in Talibon?

2. How acceptable is the site at Barangay San Jose, Talibon, Bohol?

3. How accessible is the proposed site to you?

vi4. What is the affordability level of the terminal fees in the proposed project?

5. What amenities should be included in the design of the proposed project?

6. Is the proposed project in compliance with the National Building Code and other

existing local codes?

Methodology:

Descriptive nominative type of survey to determine the status and condition of

the existing bus terminal in Talibon. This was use to asses and to understand the

sentiments of the people affected by the proposed project. Descriptive nominative of the

demographics of Brgy. San Jose was undertaken. Survey on related literature in relation

to bus terminal was also used. Websites from the internet and statistical survey were used

as reference to produce information that will support and enhance the study.

The researcher also used clerical tools in the study such as survey questionnaires.

The questionnaires was design relative to the range of view of the study. These were

distributed to the local residents of Talibon, drivers and traffic personnel of the town.

Personal interview with the use of interview guide were also made by the

researcher to be able to gather factual data from the local appointed officials of Talibon.

The researcher also made an observation of the existing bus terminal of the town as to

what are the systems they are implementing in terms of bus and passengers

accommodation as part of the habitual practice in the terminal.

The researcher also use mechanical tools such as cell phone to have

communication to some authorized personnel that can give information about the study,

computer for the encoding of the manuscripts and camera for the actual proof with

vii regards to the condition of the existing bus terminal in the Talibon and the existing site.

Findings

Base on the data gathered, the researcher came up with the following findings:

1. That the there is a high a demand for a new bus terminal in the town.

2. That the proposed site which is in Brgy. San Jose, Talibon is acceptable to

the public.

3. That the proposed project is feasible in terms of accessibility and

affordability level.

4. That there was a high demand for the following amenities;

a. Eatery

b. Comfort rooms

5. That the proposed building is in compliance with the National Building

Code and existing local codes.

Conclusion:

Therefore, the researcher concluded that the proposed project is feasible in levels

of demand, acceptability, site accessibility and affordability.

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Recommendation

The following recommendations were identified by the researcher after all data

were gathered and analyzed for further improvement of the study:

viii1. Building management must create and draft rules and regulations of what will be

prohibited or not in the area;

2. There should be a strict control on rentable spaces in terms of its maintenance and

its use.

3. Terminal fees should be studied well by the officials to have a legitimate but

affordable rates;

4. There should be space allocated for its future expansion and that space is the lot

beside the proposed site which number is LOT 3609;

5. There must be a review on plans in accordance and guidance of a professional of

each specialized field;

6. Development of an architectural solution is recommended.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Title Page i

Approval Sheet ii

Acknowledgment iii

Abstract v

Table of Contents ix

List of Tables xii

List of Figures xiii

Chapter Page

I THE PROBLEM AND ITS SCOPE 1

Introduction 1

Rationale of the Study 2

Theoretical Background 3

THE PROBLEM 5

Statement of the Problem 5

Scope and Delimitations of the Study 6

Definition of Terms 7

Overview of the Study 8

II REVIEW OF LITERATURE 10

III RESEARCH METHODOLOGY 20

20Research Environment

xResearch Respondents 27

Research Instruments 27

Research Procedure 28

Gathering of Data 29

Treatment of Data 29

IV. PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION OF DATA 31

V. SUMMARY, CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS 39

Findings 40

Conclusion 40

Recommendations 41

APPENDICES 50

Appendix A Transmittal Letters 51

Appendix B Research Instruments 56

Appendix C Supporting Documents 59

Appendix D Population Chart 76

BIBLOGRAPHY 82

CURRICULUM VITAE 83

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List of Tables

Tables Page

1 Demand for anew bus terminal in Talibon 31

2 Gender 32

3 Age 32

4 Marital status 33

5 Monthly income 34

6 Acceptability of the site 35

7 Accessibility of the site 35

8 Terminal fees 36

9 Affordability of terminal fees 36

10 Amenities of a bus terminal 37

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List of Figures

Figures Page

1 Theoretical framework of the study 4

2 Cloudiness graph 22

3 Days with rainfall average 23

4 Wind direction and speed 24

5 Relative humidity 25

6 Schema of the conceptual flow of the research 30

7 Transmittal letter 52

8 Letter of intent 53

9 Board resolution – Provincial Board 54

10 Sketch plan 62

11 Urban land use plan 63

12 Map of Bohol 64

13 Map of Talibon 65

14 Slope map of Talibon 66

15 Orientation of the site 67

16 Condition of existing bus terminal 68

17 Condition of the site 69

18 Proposed site showing road networks 70

19 Numbers of buses 71

20 Numbers of PUV 72

xiii 21 Types of platform loading 73

22 Types of platform loading 74

23 Standard bus measurement 75

24 Population of Talibon 77

25 Population Density of Talibon 78

26 Projected Population of Talibon 79

28 Demography 81

82BIBLIOGRAPHY

Books

Planning and Designers HandbookBy: Max B. Fajardo Jr.

Fire code of the Philippines

National Building Code of the Philippines

Webliography

http://www.wikipedia.com

http://www.talibon-bohol.gov.ph/

http://www.google.com.ph/

Unpublished Books

A Proposed Bus TerminalBy: Ramon O. CabaronMarch, 1990

Interviews

Engineer Ednardo AvenidoHead, MPDC-Talibon

Engineer Lorenzo FloresHead, Engineering Dept.-Talibon

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Fig. 21 Types of Platform Loading – Saw tooth loading

Source: Designers Handbook

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Fig. 14 Slope Map of Talibon

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Fig. 19 Approximate numbers of buses

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Fig. 20 Approximate numbers of PUVs

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Fig. 22 Types of platform loading/Standard measurement of a bus

Source: Planning and Designers Handbook

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Fig. 23 Standard Bus Measurement

Source: Planning and Designers Handbook

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