Restoration of Intendencia Building after fire

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LETTER OF INSTRUCTIONS NO. 812: Restoration of Intendencia Building after fire

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Title Supreme Court: Restoration of Intendencia Building after fire

Law: Letter Of Instructions No. 812

Decision Date: Feb 14, 1979

A directive is issued to restore the Intendencia Building in Manila, Philippines to its original Spanish Regime design, which will house the National Archives and Bureau of the Treasury, while the Commission on Elections will have a new permanent building constructed and their current buildings in Intramuros will be restored.

facade restoration

interior restoration

restoration funding

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Restoration Directive for the Intendencia Building

The Intendencia Building shall be restored to its original condition.
Restoration includes facade, outside appearance, height, architectural details, consistent with the original Spanish Regime design.
Interior lobbies, stairs, courtyards, and principal rooms are to conform to the original design as much as possible.
Surrounding sidewalks, streets, and open spaces shall also be restored to their original state.

Oversight and Supervision of Restoration Work

The Ministry of Public Works, Transportation and Communication shall carry out the restoration work.
The Intramuros Restoration Committee, created under LOI No. 733, shall supervise and guide the restoration.
Restoration plans require approval from the Intramuros Restoration Committee.

Intended Use of the Restored Building

The second floor of the reconstructed building shall house the National Archives.
The ground floor shall be used by the Bureau of the Treasury.
The building's design shall be prepared to accommodate these functions.

Temporary Relocation and Funding for Relocation

The Commission on Elections and the Bureau of the Treasury must relocate to temporary quarters due to restoration.
The Minister of the Budget is tasked to release funds for rental payments and acquisition of furniture and equipment to replace items destroyed by fire.

Funding and Financial Provisions for Restoration

The Minister of the Budget shall also release funds needed for restoration, based on recommendations from the Minister of Public Works, Transportation and Communication and the Intramuros Restoration Committee.

Construction of New Facilities for the Commission on Elections (COMELEC)

The Minister of Public Works, Transportation and Communications is directed to start constructing a permanent building for COMELEC at the National Government Center, Quezon City.
The Minister of the Budget shall authorize release of funds from the 1979 Infrastructure Program for national buildings.

Planning for Utilization and Restoration of Other Comelec Buildings

The Intramuros Restoration Committee shall submit recommendations on the utilization and restoration of Comelec buildings on Oral, Luna and Postigo Streets ahead of COMELEC’s transfer to the Government Center.

Formality of the Directive

The order was signed by President Ferdinand E. Marcos on February 14, 1979, in Manila, Philippines.

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