SM Supermalls

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CONSTRUCTION GUIDELINES
The terms, conditions, rules, and guidelines stated herein, as defined by SM Supermalls, serve as the
House Rules and Regulations for the construction works to be undertaken by each Tenant, and further
describe the rights and obligations of the Tenant (the Rules). All Tenants are subject to these Rules
and are deemed to have accepted the same upon signing the Contract of Lease (the Lease Contract).
Any references to the Landlord, Tenant,s and Premises in these Rules shall refer to the Lessor, Lessee,
and Leased Premises indicated in the Lease Contract, respectively.
A.

PRE-CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

A. 1

Turnover of Leased Premises

After signing of the Offer Sheet by Landlord and Tenant (the Award Date), the Premises shall
be turned over to Tenant in the conditions set forth in the document attached to these Rules as
Annex 1 (the Turnover Conditions).
Upon turnover, Tenant shall acknowledge that the Premises have been duly turned over to
Tenant, in the conditions specified in the Turnover Conditions, by signing the Turnover of
Leased Premises Form, in the form attached to these Rules as Annex 2. The Turnover Date
shall be the date specified in the signed Turnover of Leased Premises Form.

A. 2

Colored Storefront Perspective

Tenant shall submit to Landlord, within one (1) week from the Award Date, a colored storefront
perspective on a 15 x 20 illustration board (the Storefront Perspective), which shall (a) be
appropriately scaled, depending on the area of the Premises, and (b) not be hand-drawn.
Tenant shall, in preparing the Storefront Perspective, follow Mall design criteria, including
criteria set by Landlords Design Review Group, at all times.

A. 3

Construction Plans
Upon approval of the Storefront Perspective, Tenant shall submit to Landlord 20 x 30
construction plans in blueprints (the Construction Plans), which shall be appropriately scaled,
depending on the area of the Premises. The Construction Plans shall be (a) signed and sealed
only by duly-licensed professional Architects and Engineers, and (b) signed and acknowledged
by Tenant and/or its duly-authorized representative. The Construction Plans shall comply with
the requirements set forth in Section B below, and shall be submitted to Landlord within one (1)
week from the approval of the Storefront Perspective.

A. 4

Graphics Design
Tenant shall submit, within one (1) week from the turnover of the Premises to Tenant (the
Turnover Date) the graphics layout for the temporary enclosure of the Premises using such
material as required by Landlord. The layout must be approved by Landlord prior to its
installation by Tenant. The graphics design shall cover the entire enclosure of the Premises.

A. 5

Building Permit
Tenant shall submit to Landlord a copy of its Building Permit Application, duly received by the
pertinent Local Government Unit, and signed by Tenant and/or its duly-authorized
representative. Once approved, Tenant shall immediately furnish Landlord a copy of its Building
Permit.

A. 6

Contractors All-Risk Insurance

Tenant shall secure a Contractors All-Risk Insurance (CARI) from an insurance company
acceptable to Landlord, with a minimum coverage of PhP500,000.00. Tenant shall submit to
Landlord a copy of the CARI policy prior to construction within the Premises. In no case shall
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Tenant be allowed to construct in the Premises without the CARI.

A. 7

Payment of the Security Deposit, Advance Rent, and Construction Bond

Tenant shall submit to Landlord proof of payment of its Security Deposit, Advance Rent, and
Construction Bond prior to construction. In no case shall Tenant be allowed to construct in the
Premises without payment of these charges.

A. 8

Endorsement of Contractor
Prior to mobilization in the Premises, Tenant shall submit to Landlord a written endorsement of
its designed Contractor, who shall undertake the constructions works within the Premises.

A. 9

Authorized Signatories and Emergency Contacts

Tenants are required to provide the Mall Administration Office with the names of their authorized
representative/s on construction works within the Premises, indicating their respective contact
(telephone/cellphone) numbers, including their corresponding specimen signatures for better
control and security.
In cases of emergency, the Mall may contact the authorized representative, or such other
emergency contacts designated by Tenants. For this purpose, Tenant shall fill up the Authorized
Signatories and Emergency Contacts Form attached to these Rules as Annex 3. All contact
information shall be kept in strict confidence under the responsibility of the Mall Manager.

A. 10

Utility Tapping Permit

(a)

Electrical
Before construction, Tenant shall secure a tapping permit from Landlord for the
energization of temporary electrical power supply in the Premises. Tenant shall provide
a circuit breaker in a NEMA-1 enclosure and wiring from the tapping point at the
Premises. Tapping shall be supervised by Mall representatives.
Where required by Landlord, Tenant shall provide a temporary kW-Hr meter with a
Certificate of Calibration from the Energy Regulatory Commission.

(b)

Water
Before construction, Tenant shall provide a water meter with a Certificate of Calibration
from Maynilad Water Services, Inc., Manila Water Company Inc., the pertinent local
water district or such other water concessionaire.

(c)

Others
Tenant shall secure all other necessary utility tapping permits (i.e. exhaust, fresh air,
chilled water, gas, etc.) prior to tapping.

B.

REQUIREMENTS FOR REVIEW (Construction Plans Detailed Requirements)

Tenant shall submit to Landlord the construction plans set forth in this Section. Prior to
preparation of these plans, Tenants designers, consultants, and/or contractors must verify on
site the actual configuration of the Leased Premises, as well as the location of utilities therein,
for accuracy in the design and planning stage.
All plans shall:
(a)
(b)
(c)

contain a legend of symbols;

indicate the specification of materials used; and
be signed and sealed by duly-licensed professional Architects and Engineers.

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Tenant may start construction upon Landlords approval of the Construction Plans. Tenant
acknowledges that all comments, corrections and notations made by Landlord on the
Construction Plans shall be implemented by Tenant.
Landlord shall return to Tenant seven (7) sets of the approved Construction Plans, which shall
consist of: five (5) sets for submission to the pertinent local government unit for Building permit
application, and two (2) sets for Tenants use and implementation. Tenant shall keep one copy
of the Construction Plans at the Leased Premises at all times.
B.1

Architectural Plans
A minimum of ten (10) sets of Architectural Plans shall be submitted by Tenant, and shall consist
of the drawings below.
B.1.1

Architectural Drawings. The Architectural Drawings shall consist of the following:

(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
(g)
(h)
(i)

Floor plan;
Interior elevations;
Sections;
Floor pattern layout;
Reflected ceiling plan;
Perspective / 3D views (interior and exterior);
Shopfront elevation;
Materials / finishes sample board; and
Fitout schedule of work.

Food and Beverage (F&B) Tenants whose Leased Premises are eighty (80) square
meters or above are required to provide a restroom for their customers use. The same
is required for al fresco tenants that operate beyond regular Mall hours. The design of
the restroom shall comply with PWD standards.
F&B Tenants must maintain a ratio of seventy percent (70%) for the dining area, and
thirty percent (30%) for the kitchen area, in their store layout.
B.1.2

Signage Drawings. The Signage Drawings shall consist of the following:

(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)

B.1.3

Structural Drawings. The Structural Drawings for the mezzanine, aquarium, vault
areas, car showrooms, medical facilities, ceiling/roof mounted equipment, or for such
other installations as may be required by Landlord, shall consist of the following:
(a)

(b)
(c)

B.2

Store front perspective showing the proposed main and secondary signages;
Front and side views of signage box, indicating the size of letters;
Isometric drawing showing the details of signage face and lighting; and
Specifications of materials used for lighting, box, and letters.

Design and structural load computations for mezzanine and vault areas (duly
certified by a Structural/Civil Engineer) subject to review and approval of SMEDD Design;
Structural details and material specifications; and
Floor Framing Plan, which shall include details of connection to existing
structures.

Mechanical Plans
B.2.1

Airconditioning Plans. A minimum of eleven (11) sets of Airconditioning Plans shall be

submitted by Tenant, which shall consist of the following:
(i)
(ii)

Ducting system and accessories layout and shop drawings;

Chilled water piping and accessories layout and shop drawings;

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(iii)
(iv)
(v)
(vi)
(vii)

(viii)

B.2.2

Reflected Ceiling Plan (supply and return air diffusers);

Control Schematic Diagram;
Mechanical Equipment Schedule and Specifications;
Cooling Load Estimation Data;
Modifications to branch ductwork and/or ceiling diffusers must be clearly
indicated on the submitted plans, which shall be for Landlords advance written
approval. These modifications shall be undertaken at Tenants expense; and
All chilled water branch line piping and equipment (e.g. fan coils, control valves,
etc.).

Ventilation Plans. A minimum of eleven (11) sets of Ventilation Plans shall be submitted
by Tenant, which shall consist of the following:
(a)

Exhaust System Plan

(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)

(b)

Fresh Air System Plan

(i)
(ii)
(iii)

B.3

Exhaust ducting system and accessories layout and shop drawings;

Detailed drawing of motors and blowers, showing the manner of
installation and connections;
Equipment schedule; and
Kitchen hood data.

Fresh air ducting system and accessories layout and shop drawings;
Detailed drawing of motors and blowers, showing the manner of
installation and connections; and
Equipment schedule.

Electrical Plans
A minimum of ten (10) sets of Electrical Plans shall be submitted by Tenant, which shall show
the following:
(a)
(b)
(c)

B.4

Single line riser diagram;

Schedule of loads; and
Power and lighting layout.

Plumbing/Sanitary Plans
A minimum of ten (10) sets of Plumbing/Sanitary Plans shall be submitted by Tenant, which
shall show the following:
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)

B.5

Cold water and sanitary piping layout and all related shop drawings;
Pipe schedule and specifications;
Isometric layout of plumbing/sanitary lines and accessories; and
Shop drawing and specifications of grease traps.

Fire Protection Plans

B.5.1

Sprinkler Plans. A minimum of ten (10) sets of Sprinkler Plans shall be submitted by
Tenant, which shall show the following:

(a)

Sprinkler plan layout showing existing provisions, including main pipes and branch
lines;
Details of pipes and hangers;
Ceiling and partitions layout, which shall indicate distance between room partitions;
Type of ceiling (open, closed, and/or drop/accent ceiling), indicating the ceiling
materials to be used.

(b)
(c)
(d)

B.5.2

Kitchen Fire Suppression System Plans. A minimum of ten (10) sets of Kitchen Fire

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Suppression System Plans shall be submitted by Tenant, which shall show the kitchen
fire suppression layout and diagram.
B.6

Gas System Plans

A minimum of ten (10) sets of the Gas System Plans shall be submitted by Tenant, which shall
consist of the following:
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)

B.7

Kitchen layout of cooking batteries;

Gas pipe layout showing the location of gas meter and main manifold;
Isometric layout of gas lines and accessories; and
Details of gas pipe supports.

Auxiliary Plans
A minimum of ten (10) sets of the Auxiliary Plans for Voice and Data, Smoke Detector, and
CCTV Plans shall be submitted by Tenant, and shall show the following:
(a)
(b)

C.

Single line riser diagram for smoke detectors; and

Wiring layout.

LIST OF GOVERNMENT REQUIREMENTS

Tenant warrants and acknowledges that it shall comply with all government requirements for
construction and operation within the Leased Premises, including the securing of the necessary
permits, licenses, and registrations therefor. These shall include:
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
(g)

Building Permit;
Electrical Wiring Permit;
Certificate of Final Electrical Inspection (CFEI);
Fire Safety Inspection Certificate (FSIC);
Signage Permit;
Sanitary/Plumbing Permit; and
Such other permits, licenses, and registrations that may be required by existing laws
and regulations.

Where required by the pertinent local government unit, Landlord shall issue the necessary
certification that Tenant is a Lessee of Landlord.
D.

CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

D.1

General Guidelines

D.1.1

All construction works (the Works) shall be undertaken by Tenant in accordance with existing
laws, including the Building Code, Fire Code, Electrical and Mechanical Codes, and all other
applicable rules and regulations.

D.1.2

During construction of and before the opening of the shop, Landlords representatives shall
inspect the Works undertaken by Tenant. Should Landlord discover any deviations by Tenant
from the approved Construction Plans, Tenant shall be required to rectify all such deviations,
within such period required by Landlord.

D.1.3

Tenant shall have full responsibility for any and all damages to existing Mall facilities, utilities,
and/or any portion of the Malls common area, due to the Works undertaken by Tenant, whether
accidental or intentional. Landlord shall have the option to (a) require Tenant to undertake the
necessary repairs, subject to the supervision and approval of Landlord, or to (b) undertake the
necessary repairs and charge Tenant all corresponding expenses therefor.

D.1.4

Hangers and supports of Tenants ceiling and utilities (pipes, ducts, etc.) shall not be attached
or anchored to the Malls existing utilities and concrete beams or columns. Tenant shall attach
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its hangers only to concrete slab soffits. Hangers and supports shall be made of noncombustible materials, and shall follow Landlords specifications.
D.1.5

Vibration isolators shall be provided for all motor-driven equipment, and shall be installed on
said equipments footing (for floor mounted) and on hangers/supports (for suspended or ceiling
hanged).

D.1.6

Tenant shall not cover nor block the return air passages and grills of the Malls air-conditioning
system.

D.1.7

Tenant shall not cover or block stub-outs (cleanouts, water source, exhaust, sewer, drainage,
etc.) when not utilized. Said stub-outs shall at all times be free of obstructions and easily
accessible.

D.1.8

Tenant shall secure a utility tapping permit prior to tapping from utility provision.

D.1.9

Electricity and water consumed during construction shall be charged to Tenant.

D.1.10 Upgrading of basic provisions shall be subject to Landlords approval. All costs for upgrading
shall be charged to Tenant.
D.1.11 Landlord reserves the right to inspect the Works at any time.
D.1.12 Tenant shall indemnify and hold Landlord, its affiliates, officers, directors, stockholders,
employees, agents, and/or representatives, free and harmless from and against any injury,
losses, claims, damages, liabilities, expenses, and/or costs of litigation, resulting from or arising
out of the Works undertaken by Tenant.
D.1.13 Tenant shall comply with the Construction House Rules attached to and made an integral part
of these Rules as Annex 4 (the House Rules).
D.2

Architectural Guidelines

D.2.1

Signage
(a)

General Requirements
(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)
(v)

(b)

The text of Tenants main signage shall be limited to its trade name.
The signage width shall comply with the pertinent Malls design criteria.
The signage materials must be high-quality.
Tenant shall provide a self-timer switch with separate circuit breaker, for the
signage.
The signages must be illuminated, using LED-type lights or similar materials
acceptable to Landlord.

Prohibited signage materials

Tenant shall not use any of the following materials for its signages:
(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)

D.2.2

Simple, flat, or boxed-type signs;

Lighted signages using fluorescent tubes, incandescent bulbs, neon tubes, or
CFL;
Painted or cut-out text directly attached to the signage band;
Combustible materials.

Entrance Door & Glass Panels

(a)
(b)

Tenant shall provide shopfront glass panels and doors in accordance with the pertinent
Malls design criteria, which shall be made of 12mm thick tempered glass.
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(c)
(d)

(e)
D.2.3

Ceiling
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)

(e)
(f)
D.2.4

conform to height requirements for each branch. Examples include additional frames
or glass fins as required.
Tenant has the option to determine their shopfront entrance width, subject, however, to
compliance with the pertinent Malls design criteria.
Roll-up doors shall have a minimum height opening of 3 meters and shall be made of
polycarbonate materials. Tenant shall provide rigid supports for roll-up box, with
protective stoppers.
Glass doors shall have a minimum height of 2.4 meters.

Tenant shall use only non-combustible ceiling materials. The use of combustible
materials which are treated with fire-retardant chemicals is prohibited.
Tenant shall provide hangers made of 10mm threaded round bars at 2-meter spacing.
Tenants located beneath steel roofs shall construct independent steel framework to
support and carry their ceilings. Attachment to roof trusses and purlins is not allowed.
Tenant shall construct a 60cm x 60cm access manhole with a lock mechanism, at the
shopfront and other strategic areas for maintenance, inspection, and emergency
purposes.
Kitchen and storage rooms with open ceilings is prohibited.
Tenant shall provide a catwalk for servicing of utilities.

Walls
(a)

For CHB walls:

(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)

(b)

For Drywall:
(i)
(ii)

(c)

Tenant shall not puncture/chip nor make any attachment to the existing ficem
board partition.
Tenant must provide its own independent wall, using non-combustible
materials. The wall shall be attached only to the floor and ceiling slab.

Wire Mesh
(i)

(ii)

D.2.5

Tenants are allowed to provide finishes on the existing CHB wall, subject to
actual site verification. Chipping is not allowed.
Tenant shall provide a separate anchorage for load-bearing displays if it will be
constructed alongside the existing CHB.
Kitchen and comfort room walls shall be made of CHB constructed from floor
up to 200mm above the ceiling line.
Tenant shall install firebricks on the kitchen walls where the cooking equipment
is located from floor line to ceiling line.

Tenant shall install a 50mm x 50mm gauge 10 steel wire mesh above the
storefront, and the CHB or drywall partition (where applicable), for security
purposes.
Tenant shall install a maximum of 12.5mm x 12.5mm gauge 14 screen mesh
alongside the steel wire mesh described in the immediately preceding section,
for pest control purposes.

Flooring
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)

The storefront flooring shall be of the same level as that of the Malls flooring.
Concrete elevated flooring is not allowed.
Tenant shall provide 3mm aluminum strip terminated in between mall tile and shopfront
tile.
Chipping on the floor slab is not allowed. Pipes shall not be embedded in the floor slab.
For drainage outlets, Tenant shall only use drills or coring machine to bore a hole.
Tenant shall provide polyester reinforced waterproofing membrane (or its equivalent),

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(g)

D.2.6

Structural Guidelines
(a)
(b)

D.2.7

with a minimum thickness of 4mm, on the floors of kitchen, toilet, sink, and other wet
areas, subject to Landlords specifications/requirements. Waterproofing shall extend to
300 mm high on the base of the walls.
For mall drainage stub outs or cleanouts that are located inside the Tenants premises,
said drainage cleanouts & stub outs shall not be sealed or covered with tiles or floor
finish. The removable cover of the stub outs/cleanouts shall be exposed.

The allowable live and dead load is 60psf.

Tenant shall submit load computations for heavy installations for Landlords approval,
through SM EDD Design. Tenant shall bear all costs for structural review.

Others
(a)

Building gaps within the Leased Premises shall be free from any alteration, punctures,
and shall not carry any load.

D.3

MECHANICAL GUIDELINES

D.3.1

Air Conditioning Guidelines

D.3.1.1 For Tenants that are required to utilize the centralized aircon duct:
(a)

Ducting Installations
(i)

(ii)
(iii)

(iv)

(v)
(vi)
(vii)
(viii)
(ix)
(b)

The ducting installations shall conform to the latest Sheet Metal and
Airconditioning Contractors National Association (SMACNA) guidelines and
the HVAC Duct Construction Standards.
The ducting connections shall be properly sealed to prevent air leakage.
Tenant shall tap only to the side of the nearest branch provision. The following
shall be prohibited:
Bottom tapping;
Tapping to duct elbows and duct reducers; and
Tapping to ducts serving the mall area and to ducts outside the Leased
Premises.
Tapping to the main ducts shall be at 45 take off and properly sealed. Splitter
dampers are not allowed. Tenant shall install a Manual Volume Balancing
Damper.
Tenant shall provide a manually adjustable Opposed Volume Blade Damper
(OVBD) per diffuser.
Tenant shall only use duct elbows for changes in direction.
The maximum length of flexible duct shall be 1.5 meters. All supports and
connections shall be properly installed to prevent kinks and air blockages.
Tenant shall use a hard sheet-metal collar to connect the flexible duct to the
diffuser.
Tenant shall provide a sufficient number of Return Air Grills (RAG).

Ducting insulation
(i)
(ii)
(iii)

Tenant shall use 40mm thick styrofoam for insulation with GI continuous corner
beads.
Tenant shall use only non-combustible adhesives.
Tenant shall provide (1) mechanical clips for every joint connection, and (2)
plastic straps for every meter duct run.

D.3.1.2 For Tenants that are required to provide their own Fan Coil Units:
All F&B Tenants, and Tenants operating (a) medical clinics, (b) pet shops, (c) internet cafes, (d)
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Units (FCU). In such cases, the Landlord shall provide the chilled water line stub-out.
(a)

FCU installation
(i)
(ii)
(iii)

(b)

The FCU may be ceiling-mounted (free blow), ceiling-concealed, or floor

mounted.
For ceiling-concealed FCU, Tenant shall install air return plenum ducts with
ceiling type grills.
The FCU shall not be installed near the exhaust system nor directly above
kitchen cooking areas.

Pipes and Accessories

(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)

(v)

(vi)
(vii)

(viii)
(ix)

Tenant shall use BI schedule 40 pipes and fittings.

All pipe connections shall be fully welded.
Tenant shall install isolation valves before and after (supply and return) the
FCU.
The FCU shall be installed with two (2)-way control valves properly sized for
the CV corresponding to the flow it serves and a wide open pressure drop of
10 FTWG.
All chilled water (supply and return) branch lines shall be adequately insulated
to prevent condensation and water damage to the spaces through which they
pass. For this purpose, Tenant shall use 40mm thick cylindrical rubber
insulation, properly wrapped with blue polyethylene tape.
Tenant shall install temperature and pressure gauges before and after the
FCU.
Tenant shall install a drain pipe with a minimum size of 25mm, with condensate
traps and shall be connected to condense water drain stub out. The drain pipe
shall be insulated with rubber insulation, and properly wrapped with blue
polyethylene tape.
Tenant shall install a wye-strainer before the FCU.
Maximum flow limiting valves are not required, but not encouraged.

D.3.1.3 For Tenants who will install a split type/direct expansion (DX) aircon system:
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)

D.3.2

Condensers and other heat-emitting equipment shall be installed only in areas

approved by Landlord.
The copper tubing shall be insulated with rubber insulation, and properly wrapped with
blue polyethylene tape.
Tenant shall provide a concrete pad for floor mounted equipment. Puncturing, chipping,
or boring of holes on the concrete flooring or floor slab is strictly prohibited.
Tenant shall seek Landlords approval for the location of a riser/sleeve where the
pipings will pass through going to the Leased Premises.
Waterproofed concrete slab affected by the piping layout shall be totally restored by
the Tenant.
In cases where the Malls waterproofed concrete slab is still under warranty, the
Landlord shall be responsible for the restoration of the waterproofing, the cost of which,
however, is charged to the Tenant.

Ventilation Guidelines

D.3.2.1 Exhaust Ducts

(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)

Exhaust ducts shall be gauge 18 black iron or stainless steel. All joints and seams shall
be liquid-tight and fully-welded.
Ducting shall be provided with clean-out openings, which shall be sealed using tightlyfitted covers at such locations designated by Landlord.
Horizontal ducts serving the hood shall be sloped to a minimum of two (2) degrees.
Exhaust duct tapping shall be 45 towards direction of air flow, and must be provided
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(e)

(f)
(g)
(h)
(i)
(j)
(k)

Tenant shall tap only to the side of the nearest branch provision. The following shall
be prohibited:
(i)
Bottom tapping;
(ii)
Tapping to duct elbows and duct reducers.
Duct shall be insulated with aluminum foil-coated fiberglass with a minimum density of
two (2) psf.
Tenant shall use only non-combustible adhesives in installing the insulation.
Tenant shall use only fire-rated, leak-proof and non-asbestos flexible duct connectors
with specifications as approved by Landlord.
Installation of dampers inside the duct is prohibited.
Tenant shall provide duct hangers for every duct bend, drop collar, machine connection
and for every two (2)-meter run of duct.
Tenant shall provide rigid catwalks along exhaust ducts for cleaning access.

D.3.2.2 Kitchen Exhaust Fan (KEF) and Kitchen Supply Fan (KSF)
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
(g)

Tenant shall use pulley-driven centrifugal type KEFs and KSFs. Tenant shall not use
exhaust hoods with built-in motors.
Foodcourt in-line Tenants are prohibited from installing booster fans for their exhaust
system.
KEFs and KSFs shall be provided with vibration isolators.
Air velocity inside the duct shall be maintained at a range of 500 FPM to 2500 FPM.
KEFs shall be provided with clean-out openings, both of which shall be accessible. The
clean-out openings shall be sealed using tightly-fitted covers.
Tenant shall provide a detachable oil drip pan below the KEF.
Tenant shall provide a ceiling manhole and rigid catwalks beside the KEF and KSF, for
servicing purposes.

D.3.2.3 Exhaust Hoods

(a)
Tenant shall only use stainless steel self-compensating hood/s, in accordance with the
specifications indicated in Annex 5.
(b)
All exhaust hoods shall extend to a minimum horizontal distance of 150mm beyond the
edge of the cooking surface on all open sides. This distance shall be measured from
the inner lip of the hood.
(c)
At least 70% of the exhausted air shall be compensated with fresh air introduced
directly into the hood.
(d)
The vertical distance from the hood to the cooking equipment shall be from 1.07 to 1.22
meters.
(e)
All hood filters shall be baffle type and shall be installed at an angle of 45 degrees.
(f)
The hood shall be equipped with a drip side gutter and an oil collector tray.
(g)
Tenants with grilling operations shall install spark arresters.
(h)
Tenant shall install an automatic fire suppression system.
(i)
Tenant shall only use explosion proof lighting fixtures inside exhaust hoods.
(j)
Pop rivets, metal screws, or other similar exposed fasteners shall not be used on the
internal surfaces of the hoods.
D.3.3

Other Guidelines

D.3.3.1 Hangers and supports

(a)
(b)

Tenant shall install a hanger for every duct bend, drop collar, and for every two (2)meter duct run.
The hanger shall be trapeze type, made of 10mm diameter round bar and 25mm x
25mm x 5mm angular bar catch support.

D.3.3.2 Comfort Room Ventilation

Tenants with comfort rooms shall install ceiling-diffused exhaust fans therein.
D.4

ELECTRICAL GUIDELINES

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D.4.1

Tenant shall install the loads based on the specifications and ratings as specified in the
approved plan. Changes to higher ratings or installation of additional loads which will have an
effect on the current carrying capacity of the main feeder lines shall require the prior approval
of the Landlord.

D.4.2

Any proposed modification and/or upgrading of the electrical feeder line on top of the Malls
basic provision shall require prior approval from Landlord. For this purpose, Tenant shall submit
revised plans for Landlords evaluation and approval. Landlord may impose additional
requirements. All costs for any approved modification and/or upgrading shall be for Tenants
exclusive account.

D.4.3

Electrical Installation Requirements

(a)

Panel Board
(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)
(v)
(vi)
(vii)
(viii)
(ix)
(x)
(xi)

(b)

Circuit Breakers and Outlets

(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)

(v)
(c)

(ii)

Tenant shall use THHN/THWN stranded copper wires with a minimum size of
3.5mm2.
Installation of flat cords and BX wires is prohibited.

Conduits/Fittings
(i)
(ii)
(iii)

(e)

Circuit breakers shall be bolt-on type.

Lighting and power circuit breakers shall not be less than 10 kAIC.
Circuit breakers shall be bolt-on types. Where applicable, tie handles shall be
provided.
Breakers or outlets with ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCI) shall be used
for branch circuits serving comfort rooms, cooking equipment and outdoor
electrical loads and signages.
All convenience outlets shall be 3-prong.

Wires
(i)

(d)

The number of branch circuit breakers shall not exceed 42 poles.

Bus bar shall be sized based on standard ampacity. Crimping of bus bar shall
not be permitted.
The panel board shall be located in an area accessible for operation &
maintenance. Panel boards shall not be installed in storage rooms.
Permanent labels of branch circuits shall be provided.
Multiple wirings are not allowed.
Dead front cover should be in place.
Unused breaker slots & knockouts shall be covered.
Neutral bus & ground bus, where applicable, shall be properly sized.
Enclosure shall be properly connected to ground wire.
Enclosure shall be at least Nema 1 class.
For 460V/230V System with emergency power provision, Tenant shall provide
a manual transfer switch (circuit breaker type, with mechanical interlock).

Only RSC, IMC, or EMT are allowed.

Flexible metal conduit with a maximum length of 300mm is allowed.
Fittings & connectors shall be as follows:
For 400V/230V system, Tenant shall use compression type;
For 460V/230V system, Tenant may use screw type.

Motor Control
Tenant shall use magnetic starter or solid state soft starter.

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(f)

Load
The total electrical load shall not exceed eighty percent (80%) of the circuit breaker
ampere trip rating and cable ampacity.

(g)

Supports
The supports shall be rigid, with a minimum size of 6mm diameter round bar hangers,
with a maximum 2.4 - meter spacing not more than 300mm from junction boxes or
connectors.

(h)

Lighting Fixtures
(i)
(ii)
(iii)

(i)

Transformers
(i)
(ii)

(j)

Tenant shall provide a dedicated branch circuit for signages.

Branch circuit for outdoor signages shall be protected with GFCI.
Tenant shall provide a self-timer switch for signage.

Grounding (where applicable)

(i)
(ii)

(l)

Tenant shall provide metal backing.

All metal parts/gears shall be properly grounded.

Signages
(i)
(ii)
(iii)

(k)

Tenant shall use energy-efficient lighting fixtures.

Tenant shall provide a wire guard in the stock room area.
Tenant shall provide at least one (1) low wattage (less than 25watts) night light.

Tenant shall provide a separate ground bus marked with green stripe along its
front and bonded to steel for connecting grounding conductors.
An insulated equipment grounding conductor shall be provided in all feeder and
branch circuits, including lighting circuits.

Auxilliaries
(i)

CCTV System
Tenant shall provide high definition IP cameras both at selling and storage
areas, with a minimum 30-day memory storage.

(ii)

Smoke and Heat Detectors (where applicable)

Tenant shall:
install strategically located smoke detectors at enclosed areas, e.g.
storage room, back office, pantry, electrical room.
install a heat detector at the kitchen area.
use smoke and heat detectors which are compatible with the Malls
Fire Detection and Alarm System (FDAS).
use TF or twisted wire, and shall be in PVC conduit.

D.5

PLUMBING AND SANITARY GUIDELINES

(a)

Cold Water Line

(i)
(ii)

Tenant shall use white polypropylene random (PPR) pipes for its cold water
lines.
Tenant shall provide a gate valve and a check valve before and after the water
meter, respectively.

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(iii)
(iv)
(v)
(vi)

(vii)

(b)

Grease Traps and Sinks

(i)

(ii)
(iii)
(iv)
(v)

(c)

The location of water meter shall be easily accessible and free from
obstructions.
The water meter shall be mounted horizontally. The maximum mounting height
of the water meter shall be 1.20 meters.
Do not install water meter and water outlets beside an electrical panel and
control box.
Tenant shall install pipe hangers made of 10mm round bar and u-bolts for
suspended installations, or brackets and u-bolts for wall-mounted installations.
Tenant shall install supports for every pipe bend, fitting connection, and for
every 1.5-meter run of pipe.
Tenants requiring the installation of water pumps (to maintain their desired
pressure for their system) shall provide a holding tank. Direct suction from the
Mall water supply is not allowed.

Tenant shall provide a stainless steel grease trap, with 4 chambers and 3
partitions, for every sink, following the capacity, dimensions, and specifications
set forth in Annex 6.
The grease trap shall have a basket-type stainless steel strainer.
All sinks shall have a basket-type stainless steel strainer and p-trap.
A clean-out shall be provided for every grease trap.
Tenant shall provide a clearance of at least 300mm between the bottom of the
sink and the top cover of the grease trap.

Drainage System
(i)
(ii)

(iii)

(iv)

(v)
(vi)
(vii)
(viii)

Tenant shall use PVC pipes, series 1000, for kitchen and domestic waste.
Sizes of the pipes shall be as follows:
kitchen and domestic waste pipes: 100mm min. diameter;
drain line pipes: 50mm min. diameter; and
vent pipes: 50mm min. diameter.
There shall be separate piping systems for the kitchen and domestic wastes.
Tenant shall inspect the Leased Premises to determine the exact tapping point
of each system.
Tenant shall provide a floor clean out (FCO) (a) at end points, (b) for every
change in pipe direction, and (c) for every 3 lengths of pipe for straight line
connections.
The Mall FCO inside the Leased Premises shall not be altered, and shall
remain accessible and free from obstructions.
Floor drains shall be provided with p-traps and bolted strainers.
Tenant shall provide rigid pipe support/hanger for every pipe bend, fitting,
joints, and for every 1.5 meter run of pipe.
Tenant shall observe the following pipe labelling:
Waste Pipe

Soil Pipe

Vent Pipe

Storm Drain Line

WP

SP

VP

SD

Note: indicates direction of flow or slope.

All pipe labels shall be colored black.
D.6

FIRE PROTECTION GUIDELINES

D.6.1

Sprinkler Guidelines
(a)

Pipes
(i)
(ii)

Tenant shall use BI schedule 40 sprinkler pipes and fittings.

All pipes shall be painted with red primer, and top-coated with QDE

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International Red.
(b)

Sprinkler Heads
(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)
(v)
(vi)
(vii)
(viii)

(c)

Upright sprinkler heads shall be installed for open ceilings.

Pendent type sprinkler heads shall be installed for closed ceilings
Sprinkler heads for kitchen or cooking areas shall be rated at 212F. For all
other areas, the sprinkler heads shall be rated at 165F.
The maximum distance between sprinkler heads shall be 3 meters. The
maximum distance of a sprinkler head to a wall or partition shall be 1.5 meters.
The minimum distance of a pendent type sprinkler head to the nearest lighting
fixture, diffuser, or any ceiling-mounted accessory shall be 30 centimeters.
Tenant shall provide a sprinkler head for every enclosed area, except electrical
rooms.
All sprinkler heads shall be installed in areas where its activation will not be
blocked nor hindered by existing utilities and ceiling design.
Where required by Landlord, Tenant shall install metal sprinkler head guards
for sprinkler heads.

Hangers & Supports

Tenant shall install:
(i)

(ii)
(iii)
D.6.2

pipe hangers made of 10mm round bar arm and 25mm x 3mm thick flat bar
catch support for every pipe bend, fitting connection, and for every 1.5-meter
run of pipe.
horizontal steel supports for long pipe droppings.
pipe hangers 300mm (maximum) from pipe droppings.

Kitchen Fire Suppression System Guidelines

Tenant shall comply with the kitchen fire suppression system guidelines set forth in Annex 7.

D.7

GAS SYSTEM GUIDELINES

Landlord shall install the gas meter as indicated in the Tenants approved plan. However, Tenant may
request, in writing, for a change in the location of the gas meter, subject to Landlords approval.
Tenant may likewise request from Landlord, in writing, the relocation of the meter. Should Landlord
approve Tenants request, all relocation costs shall be charged to Tenant.
D.7.1

Pipes and Fittings

(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)

D.7.2

Tenant shall use seamless BI pipes schedule 40 from the regulator to the branch
outlets. All fittings shall also be schedule 40.
All pipeline joints shall be fully welded. Threaded connections are not allowed.
The gas line shall not be embedded in walls and floors.
The branch line shall be located at least 600 mm above the floor finish.
Gas lines shall be painted with primer and topped with two coats of lemon yellow, QDE.

Connectors and Fittings

(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)

Tenant shall provide a stainless steel ball valve for every branch outlet rated at 300 psi.
Tenant shall use a heavy duty and metal braided hose (the gas hose) rated at 300 psi
for connection from branch outlet to cooking batteries.
The gas hose shall not sag more than 100 mm. The maximum length of the gas hose
shall be 300 mm.
Tenant shall install electronic gas leak detectors at a height of 300 mm above floor
finish, and below the branch outlet in all cases. The number and locations of the
electronic gas leak detectors shall be approved by Landlord.

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D.7.3

Hangers and Supports

(a)

(b)
(c)

Tenant shall provide rigid supports for every pipe bend and for every meter run of pipe.
Brackets shall be installed with a minimum distance of 3 meters or as required by
Landlord.
All pipes seated on supports shall use U-bolts.
Pipe supports shall be painted with black, QDE.

E.

POST INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

E.1

General Requirements

E.1.1

All tests to be conducted shall be witnessed by the Landlords representative.

E.1.2

All certificates and reports required under Post-Installation Requirements shall be submitted
prior to Tenants operations in the Leased Premises, and signed and acknowledged by: (a)
Tenants contractor, and (b) Tenants authorized representative.

E.2

Airconditioning System

E.2.1

Testing and Commissioning

For Centralized Aircon Supply
Tenant shall:
(a)
(b)

Conduct a light or smoke test of ductworks prior to tapping to main duct and installation
of insulation; and
Measure air flow at each supply diffuser (air balancing) using balometer.

For Chilled Water Supply

Tenant shall:
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
E.2.2

Conduct a leak test prior to tapping to the Mall provision;

Measure the chilled water pressure and temperature entering and leaving each fan coil
unit;
Measure the temperature of supply air leaving each fan coil unit;
For ducted systems, measure the air flow at each supply air diffuser; and
For free blow systems, measure the air flow at each fan coil unit.

Certificates and Reports

Tenant shall submit the following:
(a)
(b)

Manufacturers Certificate and Literature complete with specifications of FCU.

Certificate of Commissioning for all airconditioning works with final readings after
balancing.

E.3

Ventilation System

E.3.1

Testing and Commissioning

Tenant shall:
(a)
(b)

Conduct a smoke or light test of ductworks prior to tapping to main duct and installation
of insulation; and
Measure air flow at each kitchen hood and fresh air delivery point.

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E.3.2

Certificates and Reports

Tenant shall submit a Certificate of Commissioning for all ventilation works.

E.4

Gas System

E.4.1

Testing & Commissioning

Tenant shall:
(a)
Conduct a 150 psi leak test for a minimum period of twelve (12) hrs using nitrogen; and
(b)
Test electronic leak detectors.

E.4.2

Certificates and Reports

Tenant shall submit a Certificate of Commissioning for all gas system works.

E.5

Electrical System

E.5.1

Testing and Commissioning

Tenant shall conduct the following tests:
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)

E.5.2

Insulation resistance test (Megger Testing) prior to energization (main and branches);
Balancing of load;
Current reading during lean and peak loads (main and branches); and
Voltage reading (line to line, line to neutral, and line to ground, where applicable).

Certificates and Reports

(a)

Tenant shall submit a Certificate of Commissioning for all electrical works.

E.6

Plumbing and Sanitary System

E.6.1

Testing and Commissioning

Tenant shall:
(a)
(b)

E.6.2

Conduct a 24-hour flood testing of waterproofing prior to floor topping; and

Conduct hydrostatic leak test of piping works prior to tapping to the main stub-out.

Certificates and Reports

Tenant shall submit:
(a)
(b)

Submit certificate of flood testing to the area waterproofed.

Submit Certificate of Commissioning for all plumbing works.

E.7

Sprinkler System

E.7.1

Testing and Commissioning

Where required by Landlord, Tenant shall conduct hydrostatic leak testing at 150psi for two (2)
hours prior to tapping.

E.7.2

Certificates and Reports

Tenant shall submit the following:
(a) Certificate of hydrostatic test for sprinkler pipe; and
(b) Certificate of Commissioning for the sprinkler system.

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E.8

Request for Final Inspection

E.8.1

Tenant shall submit its written request for a final inspection of the shop to the Mall Administration
Office at least seven (7) days prior to shop opening.

E.8.2

During the inspection, the Parties shall use follow the Site Inspection Construction Checklist
(SICC) attached to these Rules as Annex 8. The SICC shall document Tenants
compliance of Landlords specific requirements.

E.8.3

After the final inspection, Tenant will be issued a Temporary or Final Clearance to Operate,
based on the following guidelines:
(a)

A Final Clearance to Operate will be issued upon complete submission by Tenant of all
pre-operation requirements and there being no finding of any deficiencies during the
final inspection, as shown by the SICC.

(b)

At the sole discretion of Landlord, a Temporary Clearance to Operate may be issued:

(i)

In case of a finding of minor deficiencies during the final inspection, and

provided that the shop is deemed safe by Landlord to operate notwithstanding
said minor deficiencies; and/or

(ii)

Tenant has not submitted all pre-operation requirements.

A Final Clearance to Operate shall be issued once Tenant has rectified all minor
deficiencies within the period required by Landlord, and/or has submitted all preoperation requirements.
(c)

In case of a finding of major deficiencies, Tenant will not be allowed to operate. Tenant
shall rectify all major deficiencies immediately, at its expense. After rectification, Tenant
shall request for another inspection, in order to determine whether it can be issued a
Temporary or Final Clearance to Operate, as applicable.

F.

MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

F.1

Landlord reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to make any changes to these Rules, and
shall use reasonable efforts to provide Tenants with accurate and timely information regarding
any changes thereto.

F.2

Landlord may issue additional and/or supplemental rules from time to time, at its discretion.
Any such supplemental rules shall be deemed part of and incorporated into these Rules as an
integral part hereof and shall require strict compliance from Tenants.

F.3

Any breach of these Rules, whether intentional or otherwise, may result in termination of the
Lease Contract, without prejudice to all other remedies the Mall may have under the Lease
Contract and/or existing laws, rules, and regulations.

F.4

Failure of Landlord to enforce a particular condition or requirement under these Rules shall not
constitute a waiver of such condition or requirement.

F.5

Every Tenant is enjoined to observe and help enforce these Rules, for the mutual benefit of
management and the Tenants, and the best interest of the Mall.

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