i 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

ii 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 Member

ARCH'T. FE D. INTANO Member

ARCH'T. EMILIE P. SUMALINOG Member

ARCH'T. RINO A. M. DEMETERIO Member

ARCH'T. NATHANIEL J. HERNANDO Member

ARCH'T. MARK BODIONGAN Adviser

iii 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

iv with many blessings that in times of hardships His graces becomes insurance in the accomplishment of the study.

v ABSTRACT 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. 2. 3. What is the demand of an Integrated Bus Terminal in Talibon? How acceptable is the site at Barangay San Jose, Talibon, Bohol? How accessible is the proposed site to you?

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vi What is the affordability level of the terminal fees in the proposed project? What amenities should be included in the design of the proposed project? 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. .

Recommendation The following recommendations were identified by the researcher after all data were gathered and analyzed for further improvement of the study:

viii 1. 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.

ix TABLE OF CONTENTS Title Page Approval Sheet Acknowledgment Abstract Table of Contents List of Tables List of Figures Chapter I THE PROBLEM AND ITS SCOPE Introduction Rationale of the Study Theoretical Background THE PROBLEM Statement of the Problem Scope and Delimitations of the Study Definition of Terms Overview of the Study II III REVIEW OF LITERATURE RESEARCH METHODOLOGY Research Environment i ii iii v ix xii xiii Page 1 1 2 3 5 5 6 7 8 10 20 20

Research Respondents Research Instruments Research Procedure Gathering of Data Treatment of Data IV. V. PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION OF DATA SUMMARY, CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS Findings Conclusion Recommendations APPENDICES Appendix A Transmittal Letters Appendix B Research Instruments Appendix C Supporting Documents Appendix D Population Chart BIBLOGRAPHY CURRICULUM VITAE

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xi List of Tables Tables 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Demand for anew bus terminal in Talibon Gender Age Marital status Monthly income Acceptability of the site Accessibility of the site Terminal fees Affordability of terminal fees Amenities of a bus terminal Page 31 32 32 33 34 35 35 36 36 37

xii List of Figures Figures 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Theoretical framework of the study Cloudiness graph Days with rainfall average Wind direction and speed Relative humidity Schema of the conceptual flow of the research Transmittal letter Letter of intent Board resolution Provincial Board Sketch plan Urban land use plan Map of Bohol Map of Talibon Slope map of Talibon Orientation of the site Condition of existing bus terminal Condition of the site Proposed site showing road networks Numbers of buses Numbers of PUV Page 4 22 23 24 25 30 52 53 54 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72

xiii 21 22 23 24 25 26 28 Types of platform loading Types of platform loading Standard bus measurement Population of Talibon Population Density of Talibon Projected Population of Talibon Demography 73 74 75 77 78 79 81

8 2 BIBLIOGRAPHY

Books Planning and Designers Handbook By: 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 Terminal By: Ramon O. Cabaron March, 1990 Interviews Engineer Ednardo Avenido Head, MPDC-Talibon Engineer Lorenzo Flores Head, 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 7 4

Fig. 22 Types of platform loading/Standard measurement of a bus Source: Planning and Designers Handbook 7 5

Fig. 23 Standard Bus Measurement Source: Planning and Designers Handbook 78

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