QuestionsQuestions (BATAS PAMBANSA BLG. 344)
To enhance the mobility of disabled persons by requiring certain buildings, institutions, establishments, and public utilities to install facilities and other devices that make them reasonably accessible.
The owner or operator must install and incorporate architectural/structural features that reasonably enhance the mobility of disabled persons (e.g., sidewalks, ramps, railings).
Public and private buildings for public use; educational institutions; airports; sports and recreation centers and complexes; shopping centers/establishments; public parking places; workplaces; public utilities.
Sidewalks, ramps, railings, and the like—i.e., features reasonably enhancing disabled persons’ mobility.
If feasible, existing buildings, institutions, establishments, or public utilities may be renovated or altered to enable access by disabled persons.
The Ministry of Public Works and Highways.
The owner or operator must reserve sufficient and suitable space for the use of disabled persons.
In public conveyance, devices such as prominent posters or stickers must be used to generate public awareness of the rights of disabled persons and foster understanding of their special needs.
Special bus stops shall be designed for disabled persons.
Discriminating against disabled persons in the carriage or transportation of passengers is declared unlawful.
The Minister of Public Works and Highways and the Minister of Transportation and Communications, in coordination with the National Commission Concerning Disabled Persons.
Upon conviction, imprisonment of not less than one month but not more than one year, or a fine of ₱2,000 to ₱5,000, or both—at the discretion of the court.
The president, manager, administrator, or the person who has charge of the construction, repair, or renovation of the building/space/utilities—depending on the violation.
All laws, executive and administrative orders, rules, and regulations inconsistent with BP 344 are repealed or amended accordingly.
Upon its approval.
The owner or operator of the covered building/establishment/institution/public utility must install the required accessibility facilities/structural features as a condition for the license/permit.