Republic Act No. 1899

: The Act authorizes all municipalities and chartered cities to undertake and carry out reclamation of foreshore lands bordering them at their own expense and to establish, construct, maintain, and repair proper docking and harbor facilities.
: The lands reclaimed by municipalities or chartered cities shall be the property of the respective municipalities or chartered cities; however, the new foreshore along the reclaimed areas shall remain the property of the National Government.
: Yes, they are authorized to incur indebtedness with persons, associations, corporations, or lending institutions, and to issue bonds to finance reclamation and related harbor facilities.
: They may sell or lease such lands under rules and regulations prescribed by them, and proceeds from these shall be credited to a special fund for public improvements.
: Loans contracted and bonds issued must be payable in Philippine currency or in the original currency in which the principal was received, and are free from tax or public impost relating to currency conversion.
: The deficit in the sinking fund shall be covered by the general funds of the municipality or chartered city to ensure bonds are redeemed at maturity.
: All works must be based on plans and specifications approved by the Director of Public Works, and the District or City Engineer must certify that accomplished work adheres to the approved plans.