Question & AnswerQ&A (EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 269)
The Titling and Management Fee imposed by PEA for its services in processing applications for reclamation projects and titling of reclaimed lands is P25,000.00.
The fee is charged when a private person or entity undertakes reclamation without the consent of proper authorities or PEA, in violation of PD 3-A and PD 1084, and requests PEA's assistance for titling the reclaimed property.
PEA is responsible for registration of the title in its name, reviewing survey plans and documents, filing Miscellaneous Sales Application with the CENRO, following up for special patent and title issuance, conducting site inspections and appraisals, preparing communications to government agencies, and drafting appropriate Memorandum of Agreement.
PEA may charge additional fees representing the difference between the cost of reclamation or equity of the proponent and the fair market value, especially if reclamation was done in violation of PD 3-A and EO-525, payable upon execution of the deed conveying the property.
The filing fee for processing the issuance of Foreshore Lease Clearance by PEA is P50.00.
The Clearance Fee is 1.5% of the assessed value of the property plus out-of-pocket expenses, regardless of the size or location of the property.
PEA reviews submitted survey plans and documents, inspects the site to ensure no adverse environmental effect or obstruction to government facilities, and issues clearance stating no objection if PEA has no development plan or pending reclamation proposals on the site.
The filing fee for requesting Miscellaneous Sales Clearance is P50.00.
The clearance fee is 3% of the assessed value of the property plus out-of-pocket expenses, uniformly charged to all applicants regardless of property size or location.
PEA reviews survey plans and other documents, conducts ocular site inspections to assess property condition, ensuring no adverse environmental effects or obstruction to government facilities, before issuing a clearance.
A filing fee of P5,000.00 is charged for new reclamation project proposals submitted to the PEA.
PEA studies and evaluates the proponent's company profile, project study, inspects the proposed site, consults with local authorities and residents, verifies corporate documents, consults with other government agencies, and prepares necessary reports, studies, contracts, and communications.
The fees are imposed pursuant to Presidential Decree No. 1084 and Executive Order No. 525.