Fixed Width of Rights-of-Way for Roads
- Rights-of-way for national and provincial roads constructed through public domain are fixed at 60 meters wide.
- Exception for naturally forested areas of aesthetic or scientific value where a wider right-of-way of at least 120 meters must be reserved.
Application to Town Site Streets
- Principal streets within town sites located on public land must also have rights-of-way of 60 meters.
- Other streets in town sites should have a minimum width of 15 meters.
Environmental and Aesthetic Considerations
- The amendment underscores the importance of preserving natural timber growth along roads.
- Provides for appropriate planting and roadside beautification efforts within the rights-of-way.
Legal Formalities
- Signed and enacted in Manila on August 5, 1940.
- Signed by President Manuel L. Quezon and Secretary to the President Jorge B. Vargas.
Key Legal Concepts
- Public land rights-of-way are systematically regulated in terms of width.
- Protects natural and scientific values by mandating wider reserves in such areas.
- Integrates environmental protection with infrastructure development.