Law Summary
Administrative Penalties for Violations
- Various acts violating the zoning ordinance are penalized with fines after due notice.
- Unauthorized expansion or alteration after certification incurs fines between P2,000 and P5,000.
- Undertaking projects without locational clearance faces fines from P2,000 to P10,000 depending on the project type and construction phase.
- Violations related to home/cottage industries and residential structures have specific fines ranging from P500 to P1,000.
- Refusing admission to authorized inspectors, fraud or misrepresentation as to use, floor area, or location, and non-disclosure of material facts are also punishable with fines between P2,000 and P5,000.
- Repeated refusal of inspection and failure to appear during proceedings are likewise penalized.
- Failure to renew Temporary Use Permit on time results in a fine equal to 50% of the prescribed fee but not less than P500.
- If the violation is committed by a corporation or partnership, responsible officers and professionals involved are held liable, including referrals to professional regulation authorities.
- Building officials issuing permits without proper clearance are also subject to penalties and referrals for appropriate administrative action.
Renumbering of Sections
- Previous Sections 2 and 3 of MMDA Regulation 98-007 have been renumbered as Sections 3 and 4 respectively.
Effectivity Clause
- The amended regulation takes effect 15 days after publication in two newspapers of general circulation in Metro Manila.