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Questions Concerning the Board's Jurisdiction

Questions Concerning the Urban Development and Housing Act (RA 7279)

Questions Concerning the Implementing Rules and Regulations of PD 957 and BP 220

Questions Concerning Land Use Plans and Planning Guidelines

Questions Concerning Board Resolutions

Questions Concerning Subdivision/Condominium Projects

Questions Concerning Certificate of Registration/License To Sell

Questions Concerning Real Estate Management

Questions Concerning Homeowners Association

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Questions Concerning Urban Land Reform and Areas for Priority Development

Questions Concerning Real Estate Brokers and Salesmen
 

Questions Concerning Subdivision/Condominium Projects



What is a subdivision project?

Subdivision project refers to a parcel of land registered under Act No. 496 which is partitioned into individual lots for residential, commercial, industrial or other purposes with or without improvements thereon, and offered for sale to the public.

What is a condominium project?

Condominium project refers to the entire parcel of real property divided or to be divided into condominium units for residential, commercial, industrial or other purposes, including the structure thereon.

Can a chapel be constructed in open space reserved for parks and playgrounds?

No. Open space reserved for parks and playground is non-buildable and chapel as well as other subdivision’s facilities may only be constructed in open space not reserved for parks and playground.

Can a Developer sell the subdivision’s open space?

No because subdivision’s open space is beyond the commerce of man.

Can an owner/developer of a subdivision project impose a height limitation on the house to be constructed therein?

Yes, in order to preserve the style and uniformity of project but height limitation should not be contrary to the approved zoning ordinance the same will be deemed inoperative.


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