Question & AnswerQ&A (LLDA Resolution NO. 404, S. 2011)
The primary purpose is to adopt the fines and penalties imposed under Section 28 of Republic Act No. 9275, also known as the Philippine Clean Water Act of 2004, and to modify and amend Section 32 of Article VI of LLDA Board Resolution No. 33, Series of 1996 for uniform implementation within the Laguna de Bay Region.
Any person who violates such provisions may be fined not less than ₱10,000 nor more than ₱200,000 for each day the violation continues, or imprisoned from two (2) to six (6) years, or both, after due notice and hearing, with potential issuance of an ex parte order for closure or suspension during the case.
They may be penalized with fines ranging from ₱10,000 to ₱200,000 per day or imprisonment from two to six years, or both, after due process.
The President or Chief Executive Officer of the corporation, partnership, or association shall be liable for the violation.
Section 28 of Republic Act No. 9275 regarding fines and penalties for water pollution violations.
The General Manager of the Laguna Lake Development Authority, upon the recommendation of the Public Hearing Committee.
It took effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in a newspaper of general circulation and with the National Administrative Register, UP Law Center.
The modification ensures uniform application and enforcement of penalties for water pollution in accordance with Republic Act No. 9275 within the Laguna de Bay Region.
Violations include any prohibited acts or omissions under Section 27 of Republic Act No. 9275 or its implementing rules and regulations, failure to renew discharge permits, and disobedience to LLDA orders or regulations relating to environmental user fees and water pollution.