QuestionsQuestions (SAN JUAN CITY ORDICE NO. 34 Series of 2016)
It amends Ordinance No. 12 (2009), known as the City Veterinary Code of San Juan (2008), by strengthening its implementation and objectives, specifically by updating the definition of “nuisance” related to animals and prescribing penalties for violations.
It amends Section 27 (“Nuisance”) by adding/clarifying Section 27.2 (definition of “Animal” to include animals that create disturbing noise and/or foul odors) and Section 27.3 (penalties for offenses).
Dogs, cats, fighting cocks, monkeys, snakes, other birds, or any other animal creating disturbing noise and/or emitting foul odors.
The animal must create disturbing noise and/or emit foul odors.
First Offense: Warning.
Second Offense: One Thousand Pesos (₱1,000.00) fine; plus Five Hundred Pesos (₱500.00) per head.
Third Offense: Two Thousand Pesos (₱2,000.00) fine.
Fourth Offense: Three Thousand Pesos (₱3,000.00) fine and confiscation of animals.
Yes. Confiscation appears only in the Fourth Offense. The structure implies a progressive discipline approach: warning first, then fines increasing, then confiscation as a last resort.
It takes effect fifteen (15) days after publication in three (3) leading newspapers of general circulation, and after posting for three (3) consecutive weeks in conspicuous places within the City.
Because ordinances generally require compliance with publication/posting requirements to inform the public and to become enforceable; failure to comply can affect validity/effectivity.
The Sangguniang Panlungsod of San Juan adopted it. The ordinance indicates approval by the City Mayor (Guia G. Gomez) after certification/attestation by the Sanggunian Secretary and attested by the City Vice-Mayor (Janella Ejercito Estrada).
They must prevent their animals from causing disturbing noise and/or emitting foul odors; otherwise they risk escalating penalties from warning up to fines and eventual confiscation.
By defining nuisance behaviors tied to animals and prescribing penalties within the city jurisdiction, the ordinance uses the police power to promote public health, safety, and welfare.