Question & AnswerQ&A (EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 71)
The Housing and Land Use Regulatory Board (HLRB) originally held the power to approve subdivision plans.
Cities and municipalities are given the powers to approve subdivision plans.
Preliminary and final subdivision schemes and development plans for residential, commercial, industrial, and other purposes for both public and private sectors are included.
Yes, it includes approval of preliminary and final subdivision schemes and development plans of all economic and socialized housing projects, and related building and occupancy permits as covered by BP 220.
They are tasked with monitoring the nature and progress of approved land development projects and housing construction to ensure compliance with approved plans and specifications and enforce appropriate measures.
Yes, LGUs have the authority to assess and collect fees incident to the approval of subdivision plans and related activities.
HLRB retains powers and functions not expressly devolved to the LGUs or those provided under existing laws, including overall monitoring, enforcement, and visitorial powers.
The Housing and Land Use Regulatory Board (HLRB) exercises functional supervision over the designated enforcement officers.
HLRB continues to process and approve applications until the LGU sends a resolution expressing readiness to assume such functions along with a transition period of at least 30 days.
Yes, the HLRB is directed to provide adequate technical and legal assistance and training to LGUs expressing the need.
Yes, it supersedes any and all other orders inconsistent with its provisions.
It took effect immediately upon its publication in two newspapers of general circulation.