National Academy of Sports Establishment Act

Dormitory/Boarding House: Structures accepting boarders for compensation, classified by capacity:
- Class A: 21 or more boarders
- Class B: 10 to 20 boarders
- Class C: Less than 10 boarders
Boarders: Students, working minors, or persons residing in these establishments for consideration.
Owner: Natural or juridical persons who own or manage such establishments.
Permits and Licenses: Required authorizations for operation, issued annually.
Administrative Penalties: Monetary fines imposed for ordinance violations as an alternative to criminal prosecution.

Operating a dormitory or boarding house without a permit and license from the Mayor is unlawful.
Permits specify the approved number of boarders and must be displayed conspicuously.
Owners need to submit detailed statements on construction, room sizes, sanitary facilities, ventilation, and staffing.
Class A dormitories must have Personal Accident Insurance covering injuries or death from accidents.
Annual renewal requires a registry of boarders and sworn compliance statements.
Fees vary by classification:
- Class A: Php 750
- Class B: Php 500
- Class C: Php 350

All boarders must register with name, address, age, school/workplace, and guardian details if minors.
Visitor log-in and log-out records are required.
Registry must be maintained annually by owners.

Male and female facilities must be separated.
Construction must use fire-resistive materials complying with national building codes.
Fire safety features include proper exits, fire escapes, alarm systems, and fire-fighting equipment.
Rooms must meet specific space, light, and ventilation requirements.
- Bedrooms require a window area of at least 10% of the floor area unless air-conditioned.
Separate dining, study, receiving rooms and kitchen facilities must be provided, with size specifications.
Sanitary requirements include at least one shower, lavatory, water closet, and floor drain per 10 boarders.
Water supply must be safe and adequate.
Garbage disposal must use fly-proof, water-tight receptacles cleaned regularly.
"No Smoking" signs must be prominently posted.

Adequate natural or artificial lighting in all rooms and passageways.
Minimum illumination level for reading and study areas is 50 lux.
Electrical installations must comply with the Electrical Code and be inspected periodically.
Bedrooms require a minimum height of 3 meters (2.5 meters if air-conditioned) and adequate air space per occupant.

Dormitories and boarding houses must undergo annual inspection and secure certificates from the Building Official.
Specific structural requirements for buildings over three stories or accommodating over 100 persons.
Common violations include dilapidated structures, inadequate emergency exits, plumbing defects, and sanitation issues.
Violations must be rectified before certification.

A Committee chaired by the City Mayor and composed of various city officials oversees inspections and enforcement.
Evaluates establishments for compliance with safety and health laws.
Ensures safe, healthful, and exploitation-free living environments.

Fines imposed progressively on repeated offenses by classification:
- Class C: Php 1,000 (1st), Php 3,000 (2nd), Php 5,000 (3rd)
- Class B: Php 2,000, Php 4,000, Php 6,000
- Class A: Php 4,000, Php 6,000, Php 8,000
Fourth offense leads to closure and revocation.
Penalties do not preclude criminal prosecution.

First Offense: Fine of Php 1,000 or imprisonment up to one month, or both.
Second Offense: Fine of Php 3,000 or imprisonment between one to two months, or both.
Third Offense: Fine of Php 5,000 or imprisonment between two to three months, or both.

The Mayor may issue rules for implementation.
The Business Permits and Licensing Office, with the Building Official, will verify establishments.

All collected fines and fees go to a "BDS Trust Fund" for ordinance implementation.