Title
Amendment of EO 45 re: Survey Reference System
Law
Executive Order No. 280
Decision Date
Aug 14, 2000
Executive Order No. 280 amended the previous surveying and mapping system in the Philippines, adopting the Philippine Reference System of 1992 as the standard reference system for all surveys and maps in the country, with a transition period until 2005 for the integration of old surveys.

Law Summary

Challenges to Full Implementation and Extension of Transition Period

  • The initial goal to fully implement PRS 92 by the year 2000 was found to be unfeasible due to unspecified constraints.
  • To accommodate these challenges, the transition period to integrate old surveys with PRS 92 was extended to the year 2005.
  • After 2005, only PRS 92 will be recognized as the standard reference system for all surveys and maps within the country.

Amendments to Original Executive Order

  • Section 2 of Executive Order No. 45 was amended to reflect the extended transition period up to 2005.
  • This amendment ensures a gradual shift allowing integration and validation of former survey systems within the new standard.

Effectivity

  • The amendment order takes effect immediately upon its signing.
  • The order was signed by the President of the Philippines, Joseph Ejercito Estrada, with the endorsement of the Executive Secretary.

Legal and Practical Implications

  • Establishes PRS 92 as the exclusive reference system after 2005, ensuring nationwide uniformity in surveying and mapping.
  • Helps resolve issues related to overlapping boundaries and land conflicts through standardization.
  • Supports sustainable environmental management and infrastructure projects with precise geospatial data.

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