Description and Boundaries of the Land Parcel
- The parcel is identified as Lot 4960, Argao, Plan Survey (Pls)-1057-D.
- Situated in Barrio Binlod, specifically Sitio Candabong, Municipality of Argao, Cebu.
- It is bounded as follows:
- Southeast by Bohol Strait
- Southwest by Lot No. 5990, Argao, Pls-1057-D
- Northwest by a National Road 20 meters wide
- Northeast by Lot No. 4961, Argao, Pls-1057-D
- The land area encompasses approximately 53,866 square meters.
Technical Survey Details
- The parcel's boundary points begin at a point labeled "1" on the plan.
- Bearings and distances are specified for each side, forming a closed polygon.
- Survey references include the original survey date of June 3, 1974.
- The survey plan was approved by the Office of the Bureau of Lands on May 5, 1975.
- Boundary markers include old Plan Survey cylindrical concrete monuments measuring 15x60 centimeters.
Legal Effect and Conditions
- The land declaration is subject to any existing private rights.
- The proclamation carries the seal of the Republic of the Philippines and is signed by the President and the Executive Secretary.
- The declaration effectually places the land under public domain status for eco-tourism.
Authorities Involved and Governance
- The President of the Philippines issues the proclamation based on environmental and administrative recommendation.
- The Secretary of Environment and Natural Resources recommends the land designation.
- The Municipality of Argao is charged with administering the land following the declaration.
Procedural and Formal Aspects
- The proclamation is dated February 23, 2004, executed in the City of Manila.
- Official signatures include the President and the Executive Secretary.
- The proclamation formalizes the change of land status to an eco-tourism site under government administration.