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.