Title
Designation of Abanao Square IT Center
Law
Proclamation No. 572
Decision Date
Apr 23, 2013
President Benigno S. Aquino III designates Abanao Square in Baguio City as an Information Technology Center, in line with the government's efforts to promote the growth and development of the information technology sector in the country, based on the recommendation of the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) Board of Directors.
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Designation of Location as Information Technology Center

  • A building situated at the corner of Abanao and Zandueta Streets, Baguio City, is officially created and designated as an Information Technology Center.
  • The designated area is approximately 1,350 square meters.
  • The center is referred to as Abanao Square.

Description and Boundaries of the Parcels of Land

  • The property comprises several parcels (Lot 3, Lot 4, Lot 9, all Block 2, Rs-CAR-000033), situated at Baguio City, Luzon Island.
  • Detailed land boundaries and bearings are specified for each lot:
    • Lot 3 covers approximately 450 square meters, bounded by Lots 9 and 2, and Zandueta Street.
    • Lot 4 covers approximately 450 square meters, bounded by Lot 3, Zandueta Street, Abanao Street, and Lot 9.
    • Lot 9 covers approximately 450 square meters, bounded by Lot 4, Abanao street, Lot 10, Lot 5, Lot 2, and Lot 3.
  • Survey points are physically marked, bearings are true, and surveys were conducted by Engr. James L. Tom.
  • The surveys were approved on March 10, 2000.

Compliance and Legal Formalities

  • The enactment includes adherence to PEZA Board Resolutions 00-411 (2000), 11-066 (2011), and 12-582 (2012).
  • The proclamation is officially executed with the signature and seal of the President of the Philippines.
  • Date and place of enactment: April 23, 2013, City of Manila.

Key Legal Implications

  • The designation grants the building a special economic zone status as recognized under RA 7916 and its amendments.
  • This status may provide benefits such as tax incentives and regulatory preferences to entities operating within the Information Technology Center.
  • Ensures that operations comply with PEZA rules and Philippine economic zone laws.

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