Extension of expired CPC validity terms

The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) issues the circular in the exercise of its authority to promulgate rules and regulations governing the operation of land-based public utility vehicles.
The circular modifies and amends MC Nos. 2009-006 & 2010-004 through its enumerated rules.
The circular is implemented through LTFRB processing of applications for extension of validity of expired Certificate/s of Public Convenience (CPCs).
The circular establishes eligibility windows, fees, and post-approval restrictions for extensions of expired CPC validity.

Applications for extension of validity must be filed one (1) year prior to the date of expiration of the CPC.
Except for CPCs covering Metro Manila Bus Operations, CPCs that expired within ONE (1) year after the date of expiration are accepted for filing.
For purposes of determining the allowed period and processing, the filing date is the date when the applicant has fully paid the fees assessed by the LTFRB and the LTFRB receives the application/petition.

CPCs other than those covering Metro Manila Bus Operations that expired within ONE (1) year after expiration are accepted subject to the terms and conditions in the circular.
Late-accepted applications incur a base penalty fee of TEN THOUSAND PESOS (Php10,000.00) per unit.
In addition to the regular penalty, an additional penalty applies by vehicle/service category under the following schedule.

For PUJs, Taxis, and School Transport Service, the additional penalty is Php1,000.00/unit/month.
For AUVs, Vans and Coasters (other denomination), the additional penalty is Php1,500.00/unit/month.
For Trucks for Hire and Tourist Buses, the additional penalty is Php2,000.00/unit/month.
For PUBs (Provincial Operation only), the additional penalty is Php2,000.00/unit/month.

Applicants whose applications are approved under the late-expired CPC category are barred from filing an application for sale and transfer and/or dropping and substitution of units.
The prohibition applies for a period of two (2) years from the date of issuance of the decision.
The restriction does not apply when the dropping and substitution is for:
- Dropping of phased out unit/s, or
- Dropping/substitution in conformity with the modernization standards of the DOTC and this Board.
The restriction does not apply when the unit authorized was carnapped/stolen, provided a Police Report or Certificate of Non-Recovery is presented.
The restriction does not apply when the unit authorized suffered an accident resulting in destructive loss (total wreck) and becomes unserviceable, provided that:
- A Police Report is presented, and
- The accident was previously reported to the LTFRB as required.

A Provisional Authority is issued for a non-extendible period of THREE (3) MONTHS to the applicant.
Within the THREE (3) MONTHS period, the Decision granting the application for extension of validity of the CPC must be rendered and/or released.
Upon the grant/release of the decision, the provisional authority is deemed automatically REVOKED.

The circular supersedes and amends all issuances inconsistent with its rules, covering MC Nos. 2009-006 & 2010-004 through its modification terms.
All issuances inconsistent herewith are superseded and amended accordingly.
The circular takes effect immediately following the publication in a newspaper of general circulation.

The circular is signed by Atty. Jimmy G. Pesigan, Chairman.
The circular is signed by Engr. Gerardo A. Pinili, Board Member.
The circular is signed by Atty. Maria Ellen Dirige-Cabatu, CPA, Board Member.