Title
Creation of Department of Human Settlements
Law
Presidential Decree No. 1396
Decision Date
Jun 2, 1978
Presidential Decree No. 1396 establishes the Department of Human Settlements in the Philippines to promote community growth and renewal, emphasizing optimal land use, adequate shelter, environmental protection, and collaboration between the public and private sectors. The law also creates the Human Settlements Development Corporation as the Department's corporate arm to develop economically viable and environmentally sound communities.

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