Primary Powers and Functions of the HUDCC
- Assist the President and the Presidential Commission for Mass Housing in formulating national housing policies.
- Coordinate and monitor government agencies, including local government units, involved in housing projects.
- Promote private sector participation in housing and urban development.
- Develop policies and guidelines for disposal or development of housing agency assets not needed for core mandates.
- Identify, plan, and secure both local and foreign funding for housing programs.
- Provide guidance to the Housing and Land Use Regulatory Board (HLURB) to ensure rational and equitable land use.
- Recommend new legislation or amendments necessary for achieving housing objectives.
- Undertake additional functions mandated by existing laws.
Administrative Oversight Over Housing Agencies by HUDCC
- HUDCC exercises administrative supervision over these attached housing agencies:
- National Housing Authority (NHA)
- National Home Mortgage and Finance Corporation (NHMFC)
- Home Development Mutual Fund (HDMF)
- Housing and Land Use Regulatory Board (HLURB)
- Home Guaranty Corporation (HGC)
- These agencies must provide manpower, logistical, and other support to the HUDCC Chairman’s office.
Powers and Responsibilities of the HUDCC Chairman
- Appointed by the President and reports directly to the President.
- Holds the rank of Department Secretary and is a regular Cabinet member.
- Serves as the chief implementing official of all government shelter and housing programs.
- Acts as ex officio Chairman of NHA, NHMFC, HDMF, HLURB boards, and Vice-Chairman of HGC.
- May appoint an alternate from HUDCC officials whose acts have full authority.
- Exclusive powers include:
- Recommending Board members and chief executives of housing corporations to the President.
- Exercising administrative supervision over attached housing agencies on behalf of the President.
- Overseeing operations to ensure efficient, effective, and economical management.
- Requiring reports, conducting audits, evaluations, and ensuring compliance with HUDCC policies.
- Reviewing all agreements and contracts for conformity with government policies.
- Recommending housing projects for flagship status.
- Recommending budget approvals, organizational changes, and other necessary actions to the President.
Functions Assigned to the HUDCC Secretariat
- Directed by the HUDCC Chairman.
- Responsible for monitoring and evaluating financial, physical, and organizational performance of housing agencies.
- Reviews contracts, joint ventures, investments, borrowings, and subsidiaries entered into by attached agencies.
- Provides recommendations based on reviews to the President through the Chairman.
Role and Duties of the HUDCC Secretary General
- Appointed by the HUDCC Chairman to assist in day-to-day management.
- Implements policies and measures approved by the Chairman.
- Oversees preparation of plans, budgets, and reports.
- Represents the Chairman in dealings with government offices and external entities.
- Disciplines and transfers HUDCC personnel subject to Chairman's approval.
- Delegates authority to subordinate personnel as approved.
- Performs other functions assigned by the Chairman.
Authority to Reorganize the HUDCC Secretariat
- The HUDCC Chairman has continuing authority to reorganize the Secretariat in accordance with existing laws to improve efficiency.
Mandatory Clearance for Housing Projects from HUDCC Chairman
- All government bodies, including government-owned and controlled corporations, must seek clearance and approval from the HUDCC Chairman before undertaking housing projects.
Legal Provisions on Invalidity and Supersession
- If any provision of this Executive Order is declared invalid, other provisions remain effective.
- All previous executive and administrative issuances inconsistent with this Order are repealed or modified accordingly.
Effectivity
- The Executive Order takes effect immediately upon issuance.