Question & AnswerQ&A (PRESIDENTIAL DECREE NO. 825)
The main objective of Presidential Decree No. 825 is to impose penalties for the improper disposal of garbage and to promote cleanliness in the surroundings of all citizens and establishments in the Philippines to maintain a healthy environment.
All citizens and residents of the Philippines; all universities, colleges, and schools; all commercial and industrial establishments such as hotels, restaurants, hospitals, cinemas, public markets, department stores, groceries; all public conveyances; residential houses; and all other establishments are required to clean their surroundings.
Any person who litters or throws garbage in public places shall suffer imprisonment of not less than 5 days nor more than one year, or a fine of not less than P100 nor more than P2,000, or both, at the discretion of the court.
Yes, if the violator is a corporation, firm, or other corporate entity, the maximum penalty shall be imposed upon the president, manager, director, or persons responsible for its operation.
Littering is prohibited in public places such as roads, canals, esteros (small waterways), or parks.
Owners of idle lots in Greater Manila are required to keep their lots clean to prevent them from becoming breeding places for mosquitoes, flies, rats, and other scavengers. Failure to comply will result in government cleaning at the owner's expense.
The government, through the Barangay Council, may utilize the cleaned idle lots for its food production program.
The Secretary of Public Works, Transportation and Communications, with the assistance of health officials and local governments, is tasked to supervise the implementation.
Yes, it amends or modifies all provisions of laws, decrees, orders, or regulations inconsistent with it.
The decree took effect immediately upon its signing on November 7, 1975.