Title
Devolution of PCUP Demolition Functions to LGUs
Law
Executive Order No. 708
Decision Date
Feb 26, 2008
Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo's Executive Order No. 708 devolves the Presidential Commission for the Urban Poor's demolition and eviction functions to local government units, mandating them to establish Local Housing Boards and ensuring compliance with humane eviction practices.
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Mandatory Creation of Local Housing Boards by LGUs

  • LGUs are required to establish their own Local Housing Boards or similar bodies by passing appropriate ordinances.
  • The creation of these boards is a prerequisite for LGUs to undertake clearinghouse functions.

Guidelines for Ordinance Enactment Provided by DILG

  • The Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) is mandated to issue guidelines to LGUs on how to enact ordinances creating Local Housing Boards or similar bodies.
  • DILG must provide these guidelines within six months from the effectivity of the Executive Order.
  • The PCUP is tasked to assist LGUs in enacting these ordinances in any capacity it can provide within the same timeframe.

Residual Functions Retained by the PCUP

  • The PCUP retains monitoring and reporting functions related to demolition and eviction activities.
  • All clearinghouse functions—such as issuing notices and clearances to affected families—become the primary responsibility of the concerned LGU.
  • Specific powers and functions outlined in subsections 4 to 11 of Section 1 and Section 9 of Executive Order No. 152, series of 2002, remain with the PCUP.

Repeal and Modification of Conflicting Issuances

  • Any orders, issuances, or portions thereof inconsistent with this Executive Order are revoked, amended, or modified accordingly to conform to its provisions.

Immediate Effectivity

  • This Executive Order takes effect immediately upon issuance, ensuring prompt implementation of the devolution and related measures.

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