Legal and Regulatory Basis
- The proclamation is based on Republic Act No. 7916, otherwise known as the Special Economic Zone Act of 1995, and its amendment under Republic Act No. 8748.
- It observes resolutions issued by the Board of Directors of the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA), specifically Resolution No. 00-411 (December 29, 2000) and Resolution No. 07-437 (September 24, 2007).
- The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) plays a central role in recommending and regulating economic zones within the Philippines.
Description and Boundaries of the IT Park
- The designated parcel of land corresponds to Lot RP-3-B-3-A-1-A-2-B-5-J-2 with Transfer Certificate Title (TCT) No. 62821.
- Situated in Diliman district, Quezon City, Metro Manila.
- Boundaries are clearly defined by adjoining lots and streets: alongside Epifanio Delos Santos Avenue and Quezon Avenue as its southeastern border.
- Detailed technical description includes coordinates and precise measurements for each boundary point, based on surveys done between December 1910 - June 1911 and a subdivision survey done on March 4, 1990.
Legal Effects and Implications
- The proclamation officially establishes the area as a special economic zone dedicated to information technology-related enterprises.
- Subject to the provisions of the Special Economic Zone Act and applicable governmental regulations, the zone may benefit from incentives and regulatory frameworks designed to promote IT industry growth.
- The designation facilitates economic development, technological advancement, and investment within a strategically located urban area.
Formal Approval and Implementation
- The proclamation was signed by the President of the Philippines, Gloria M. Arroyo, on August 27, 2008.
- The Executive Secretary, Eduardo R. Ermita, countersigned the document.
- The declaration includes the official seal of the Republic of the Philippines, ensuring the document's formal and legal binding effect.
- The proclamation's approval date of the surveying plans was noted as July 23, 1990, grounding the official land demarcation prior to designation.
Summary of Procedural Steps
- Recommendation by the Board of Directors of PEZA.
- Presidential issuance of the proclamation pursuant to legal authority under RA 7916 as amended.
- Precise technical delineation of the land to be designated.
- Formal approval and execution of the proclamation with accompanying legal documentation and technical plans.
Key Legal Concepts
- Special Economic Zones (SEZs): Designated areas with specific legal and fiscal incentives.
- Information Technology Parks: Specialized SEZs focused on promoting IT and IT-enabled Services.
- Legal authority of the President in designating SEZs based on PEZA recommendations and existing laws.
- Importance of accurate land surveying and registration for establishing economic zones.
- Compliance with relevant government resolutions and laws governing the establishment and management of SEZs.