Road Right-of-Way Widths on Public Land

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EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 47: Road Right-of-Way Widths on Public Land

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Title Supreme Court: Road Right-of-Way Widths on Public Land

Law: Executive Order No. 47

Decision Date: Jul 7, 1936

Executive Order No. 47 mandates a sixty-meter right-of-way for national and provincial roads and a minimum of fifteen meters for other streets on public land to ensure the preservation of timber and promote roadside beautification.

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Rights-of-Way for Town Site Streets

For principal streets in town sites situated on public land, a right-of-way width of sixty (60) meters shall be reserved.
For other streets in these town sites, the law prescribes a minimum right-of-way width of fifteen (15) meters.

Scope and Application

This Order applies to roads and streets laid out on public land.
It is binding upon all government offices and officials responsible in relation to the construction and layout of roads and streets.

Immediate Effectivity and Compliance

The Order takes effect immediately upon issuance.
All concerned officials and offices are directed to observe and implement the provisions herein without delay.

Authorities Involved

The Order was promulgated by the President of the Philippines.
The Secretary of the Interior is tasked with ensuring compliance and administration of this mandate.

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