Title
Declaration of Eco-Tourism Park in Tarlac
Law
Proclamation No. 602
Decision Date
Apr 12, 2004
Proclamation No. 602 designates a parcel of land in San Jose, Tarlac as an eco-tourism park and campsite, subject to conditions such as tree planting, tree cutting permits, environmental impact assessment, and the establishment of an Eco-Tourism Management Board.
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Technical Description of the Parcel

  • Land classified as Timberland under Project No. 9, Block-B, Land Classification Map No. 619.
  • The parcel situated within Barangays Lubigan and Moriones in San Jose, Tarlac.
  • Boundaries described with reference points and measurements in degrees and meters, establishing clear limits.
  • Marked on ground by concrete monuments according to L.C. Map No. 1125 certified on October 18, 1926.
  • The Sketch Plan dated January 20, 2004, provides the official demarcation subject to precise survey.

Conditions Governing Use and Development

  • At least 50% of the land must be planted with trees and perennials, preferably indigenous species, maintained as a forest park.
  • Tree cutting is prohibited without prior permit from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR).
  • Any development for eco-tourism purposes must undergo an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA).

Eco-Tourism Management Board Composition and Role

  • Board composed of representatives from:
    • Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)
    • Department of Tourism (DOT)
    • Two Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) representatives
    • Provincial Government of Tarlac (Chairperson)
  • Tasked to formulate policies governing the implementation and management of the eco-tourism park and campsite.

Legal Effect and Formalization

  • The Declaration was executed and signed by the President of the Philippines.
  • The seal of the Republic of the Philippines was affixed to formalize the proclamation.
  • Executed in the City of Manila on April 12, 2004, with the Executive Secretary countersigning.

This proclamation provides a legal framework for the conservation, development, and sustainable management of a defined area of public timberland under provincial administration, promoting eco-tourism under regulatory compliance and environmental protection standards.


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