Law Summary
Introduction
This Memorandum Circular, issued by the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB), establishes requirements for the submission of Motor Vehicle Inspection Reports for public utility vehicle franchises.
Purpose
- Legal Principle: To ensure that all motorized land-based public transportation services are safe, roadworthy, and environmentally compliant prior to the granting of franchises.
Requirements for Franchise Applications
Key Definitions:
- Motor Vehicle Inspection Reports: Documents certifying that a vehicle meets safety and environmental standards as established by the Land Transportation Office (LTO).
Important Requirements:
- All applications for franchises to operate public utility vehicles must include valid Motor Vehicle Inspection Reports issued by the LTO.
Procedures:
- Applicants must secure the Motor Vehicle Inspection Reports before submitting their franchise applications to the LTFRB.
Effective Date
- Timeframe:
- This Memorandum Circular shall take effect fifteen (15) days after officially filing three (3) copies with the U.P. Law Center, in accordance with Presidential Memorandum Circular No. 11, dated October 9, 1992.
Signatories
- Adoption: The Circular was adopted on April 20, 1993, signed by:
- (Sgd.) DANTE M. LANTIN, Chairman
- (Sgd.) NABOR C. GAVIOLA, Board Member
- (Sgd.) PANAMBULAN M. MIMBISA, Board Member
Key Takeaways
- The requirement for Motor Vehicle Inspection Reports is a critical step in the franchise application process for public utility vehicles.
- Compliance with this Memorandum Circular is essential for the safety and environmental standards of public transportation services in the Philippines.
- This regulation becomes effective fifteen days post-filing with the U.P. Law Center, emphasizing the importance of timely compliance by applicants.