Law Summary
Retention of Remaining HLRB Powers
- HLRB retains all powers and functions not expressly devolved to local government units (LGUs).
Enforcement Officers Designated by Local Chief Executives
- LGUs shall designate enforcement officers qualified per HLRB standards.
- Officers will monitor, investigate, and enforce compliance with devolved national laws and standards.
- Enforcement officers have authority to initiate preliminary monitoring and enforcement upon request.
- They must refer cases to HLRB for final disposition and enforcement.
- Enforcement officers work under the functional supervision of the HLRB, which will issue operating procedures and guidelines.
Procedures on Overlooked or Erroneous Permit Issuances by LGUs
- HLRB may suspend processing and return applications if a local government misapplies laws or standards.
- Affected LGU will have 30 days to take corrective action upon receipt of HLRB advice.
Transition Rules for Devolution Implementation
- HLRB will stop accepting new subdivision approval applications once local governments begin processing them.
- Where LGUs are unprepared or non-responsive, HLRB continues to process applications until LGUs formally notify readiness.
- A minimum 30-day transition period shall be observed for the orderly transfer of records and functions.
- Existing active applications with HLRB shall be transferred to LGUs for processing.
Technical and Legal Support by HLRB
- HLRB shall provide adequate technical and legal training and assistance to LGUs requesting support for their new functions.
Severability Clause
- If any provision is declared invalid by a competent court, the remaining provisions continue to be effective.
Superseding Clause and Effectivity
- This Executive Order supersedes inconsistent orders.
- It takes effect immediately upon publication in two newspapers of general circulation.