Continued Control of Timber and Forest Lands
- Timber and other forest products within the reserved area remain under the administration and control of the Bureau of Forestry.
- Use and occupancy of areas designated as timber land or forest reserve are governed by the Forest Law and related regulations.
Legal Basis and Authority
- The reservation is made upon the recommendation of the Secretary of Agriculture and Natural Resources.
- This action is pursuant to Section 83 of Commonwealth Act No. 141, as amended.
Description and Boundaries of the Reserved Area
- The reserved parcel begins at Mile 15 of the Woodsworks, Inc., Railroad line and follows specific corner points connected to blocks and projects within Camarines Sur.
- Boundaries include natural landmarks such as the coast line, Tambang River, and Karamboan River.
- The total area comprises approximately 8,500 hectares.
- The description is subject to adjustment after the final survey.
Formalization and Effectivity
- The proclamation was executed by the President of the Philippines and affixed with the seal of the Republic.
- The effective date is November 1, 1954, coinciding with the ninth year of Philippine independence.
Important Legal Concepts and Conditions
- Reservation for settlement and development recognizes both government control and existing private rights.
- The division of administrative control: settlement and development managed by NARRA, forest resources managed by the Bureau of Forestry.
- The proclamation does not override existing laws but operates within the framework of forestry and land laws.
- Geographic specificity ensures clarity in the area subject to reservation and its intended use.