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SP Pagadian Archive | January 2026 Edition

REAL PROPERTY TAX AMNESTY - Deadline Approaching!

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Avail until July 5, 2026 - RA 12001 & Ord. 2025-612

PAGADIAN CITY REVISED REVENUE CODE OF 2023

City Ordinance No. 2023-537
Annotated & Codified Edition with Legal References

TITLE I - General Provisions

Legal Basis

Republic Act No. 7160 (Local Government Code of 1991), Book II, Title I - Local Taxation
Section 129 - Power to Create Sources of Revenue
Section 132 - Local Taxing Authority
Supreme Court Doctrine:
"Municipal taxing power is an attribute of sovereignty inherent only in the State, not in LGUs. It is a delegated power, and any doubt or ambiguity must be resolved against the municipality."
- Pelizloy Realty Corporation v. Province of Benguet, G.R. No. 183137

TITLE II - Local Taxes

Article A - Professional Tax

📖 What This Means

Professional Tax is an annual fee imposed on professionals practicing their profession within Pagadian City. This applies to lawyers, doctors, engineers, CPAs, architects, and other licensed professionals. The maximum allowable rate under RA 7160 is P300.00 per year.

⚖️ Legal References & Jurisprudence
  • RA 7160, Section 139 - Authorizes LGUs to impose professional tax not exceeding P300.00
  • BLGF Local Finance Circular 001-2019 - Guidelines on professional tax collection
  • Ormoc Sugar Company v. Treasurer of Ormoc City (1968) - Professional tax is a regulatory fee, not income tax
💡 Important Nuances
  • Professionals employed EXCLUSIVELY in government are EXEMPT (see Section 2A.03)
  • Payment is due on or before January 31 each year, or before engaging in profession
  • Professionals practicing in multiple cities pay only in the city where they PRIMARILY practice
🔧 Practical Application

Where to pay: City Treasurer's Office, City Hall
Requirements: Valid PRC ID, proof of practice in Pagadian City
Penalty for late payment: 25% surcharge + 2% monthly interest

Section 2A.01. Annual professional tax: P300.00

Legal Basis

RA 7160, Section 139 - Professional Tax (Maximum rate: P300.00)
BLGF Local Finance Circular 001-2019

Article B - Community Tax

📖 What This Means

Community Tax (formerly Residence Tax or "Cedula") is a personal tax imposed on individuals residing in the city and corporations doing business therein. The basic tax is minimal but can increase based on income. This tax is historically significant as it dates back to the Spanish colonial period.

⚖️ Legal References & Jurisprudence
  • RA 7160, Section 156-164 - Community tax provisions under Local Government Code
  • Commonwealth Act No. 465 - Original Residence Tax Law
  • Villegas v. Hiu Chiong (1974) - Cedula requirement for aliens unconstitutional if discriminatory
💡 Important Nuances
  • Senior Citizens (60+ years) are EXEMPT from Community Tax (Section 2B.04)
  • Cedula is required for most government transactions and notarization
  • Additional tax based on income is self-assessed - declaration is based on honor system
  • Maximum total tax: P5,005 for individuals, P10,500 for corporations
🔧 Practical Application

When needed: Notarization, government transactions, business permits
Due date: On or before the last day of February each year
Where to get: City Treasurer's Office or any Barangay Hall

Taxpayer Basic Tax Additional
Individual P5.00 P1.00 per P1,000 income (max P5,000 additional)
Corporation P500.00 P2.00 per P5,000 income (max P10,000 additional)

Article C - Real Property Tax

📖 What This Means

Real Property Tax (RPT) is an annual tax on land, buildings, machinery, and other improvements based on their assessed value. This is the primary revenue source for LGUs and funds basic services. The tax is computed as: Assessed Value × Tax Rate = Annual RPT.

⚖️ Legal References & Jurisprudence
  • RA 7160, Title II, Book II - Real Property Taxation provisions (Sections 197-283)
  • RA 12001 - Real Property Tax Amnesty Law (July 2024)
  • Ord. 2025-612 - Local implementation of RPT Amnesty until July 5, 2026
  • NAPOCOR v. Cabanatuan City (2003) - Tax exemptions strictly construed
  • FELS Energy v. Province of Batangas (2007) - Machinery as real property for tax purposes
💡 Important Nuances
  • 2% Basic RPT - Goes to the general fund of the city
  • 1% SEF - Exclusively for public education improvements
  • 5% Idle Land Tax - Additional tax on agricultural lands not cultivated for 1 year, residential/commercial for 2 years
  • Tax declaration ≠ ownership; it's only for taxation purposes
  • Properties of government, churches, cooperatives may be EXEMPT (see Section 2C.03)
🔧 Practical Application

Due date: On or before January 31 (annual) or quarterly
Discount: 10% if paid in full before January 31
Penalty: 2% per month interest, max 72% (36 months)
TAX AMNESTY: Until July 5, 2026 - penalties waived under RA 12001!

Tax Type Rate Basis
Basic Real Property Tax 2% Assessed Value
Special Education Fund (SEF) 1% Assessed Value
Idle Land Tax 5% Assessed Value (additional)

Article D - Tax on Business

📖 What This Means

Tax on Business is imposed on businesses operating within Pagadian City, based on gross sales or receipts from the preceding calendar year. This is different from income tax (national) - this is a LOCAL tax that funds city services and development.

⚖️ Legal References & Jurisprudence
  • RA 7160, Sections 143-151 - Local taxation of businesses
  • Ord. 2023-537 - Pagadian City Revised Revenue Code of 2023
  • Pepsi-Cola v. Municipality of Tanauan (1976) - LGUs can impose business taxes within statutory limits
  • Philippine Match Co. v. City of Cebu (1970) - Business tax based on gross sales is valid
💡 Important Nuances
  • Cooperatives registered with CDA are EXEMPT from local business tax (RA 9520, Section 6D.05)
  • Retailers with gross sales below P50,000 are exempt or pay minimal fixed amount
  • Newly established businesses pay based on capital (first year) then gross sales (succeeding years)
  • Sari-sari stores pay fixed annual fee based on capitalization, not percentage
  • Petroleum products are EXEMPT from local business tax (Section 2D.03)
🔧 Practical Application

Payment deadline: On or before January 20 each year
Required documents: Business permit, financial statements, previous year's tax receipt
Where to pay: City Treasurer's Office or accredited banks
MSME Benefit: 10% procurement preference under Ord. 2025-614

Business Classification Gross Sales/Receipts Tax Rate
Manufacturers, Assemblers Based on schedule 0.20% to 0.90%
Wholesalers, Distributors Based on schedule 0.20% to 0.90%
Banks & Financial Institutions Gross receipts 0.90%
Retailers (incl. Rental) P50,000 - P400,000 3.00%
Retailers Above P400,000 3% on first P400K + 1.5% excess

TITLE III - Regulatory Fees

Mayor's Permit Fee Schedule

📖 What This Means

Mayor's Permit (Business Permit) is required for all businesses operating in Pagadian City. It serves as the license to conduct business and is renewed annually. The fee varies based on business type and size classification.

⚖️ Legal References & Jurisprudence
  • RA 7160, Section 152 - LGU authority to impose permit fees
  • RA 11032 (EODB Act) - Streamlined business permit processing
  • Ord. 2019-433 - Pagadian City EODB implementing ordinance
  • DTI-DILG JMC 2016-01 - Unified business permit processing guidelines
💡 Important Nuances
  • Processing time: Simple (3 days), Complex (7 days), Highly Technical (20 days) under EODB
  • New businesses: Must secure Barangay Clearance FIRST before Mayor's Permit
  • Renewal deadline: On or before January 20 each year
  • Penalty: 25% surcharge + 2% monthly interest for late renewal
  • Centralized barangay clearance: Available at BPLO under Ord. 2019-433
🔧 Practical Application

Where to apply: Business Permits and Licensing Office (BPLO), City Hall
Requirements: DTI/SEC registration, Barangay Clearance, Tax Clearance, Fire Safety Certificate
One-stop shop: All agencies in one location for faster processing

Business Type Classification Fee
Manufacturers/ProcessorsCottageP500.00
SmallP1,000.00
MediumP2,000.00
LargeP4,000.00
Banks - Rural & SavingsP6,000.00
Banks - Commercial/UniversalP10,000.00

TITLE IV - Service Fees & Charges

Secretary's Fees

📖 What This Means

Secretary's Fees are charges for secretarial services rendered by the Office of the City Secretary (Sangguniang Panlungsod). These cover document certification, research, and other administrative services related to legislative records.

⚖️ Legal References & Jurisprudence
  • RA 7160, Section 313 - Functions of the Secretary to the Sanggunian
  • 1987 Constitution, Art. III, Sec. 7 - Right of access to public documents
  • Legaspi v. Civil Service Commission (1987) - Right to access public records
💡 Important Nuances
  • Government employees requesting service records for loan/promotion/retirement purposes are EXEMPT (Section 4C.03)
  • Research fees may be waived for bona fide researchers with proper endorsement
  • Certified true copies have legal evidentiary value in court proceedings
🔧 Practical Application

Where to pay: Office of the City Secretary, SP Pagadian
Processing time: 1-3 working days
Tip: Bring valid ID and letter of request stating specific documents needed

Service Fee
Secretarial FeeP150.00
Research FeeP200.00
Certification FeeP150.00
Certified True CopyP100.00

Clearance Fees

📖 What This Means

Clearance Fees are charged for issuing various types of clearances from the city government. These clearances certify that an individual has no pending obligations, cases, or issues with the city and are required for various legal and administrative purposes.

⚖️ Legal References & Jurisprudence
  • RA 7160, Section 153 - Service fees and charges
  • Section 4C.03 (Revenue Code) - Exemptions for city employees
  • 1987 Constitution, Art. III, Sec. 7 - Right to access public documents
  • RA 8551 - PNP Reform Act (firearms clearance requirements)
💡 Important Nuances
  • CRITICAL: City employees requesting clearance for SERVICE RECORDS (loan, promotion, retirement) are EXEMPT under Section 4C.03
  • This exemption is often NOT implemented - employees are wrongly charged
  • Barangay clearance is now CENTRALIZED at BPLO (Ord. 2019-433)
  • Clearances are valid for specific period - check validity before use
🔧 Practical Application

Where to apply: Office of the City Mayor, City Hall (Ground Floor)
Requirements: Valid ID, filled-out request form, specific purpose stated
Processing time: Same day to 1 working day
If you're a city employee: Cite Section 4C.03 if asked to pay for service record clearance!

Purpose Fee
Domestic EmploymentP50.00
Scholarship GrantsP30.00
Change of NameP100.00
Filipino Citizenship ApplicationP1,000.00
Passport/Visa ApplicationP300.00
Firearms Permit ApplicationP300.00
Other PurposesP100.00

Related Ordinances

Ordinance No. Title Relevance
2019-433 Centralized Barangay Clearance Collection EODB compliance
2023-541 Data Privacy Ordinance Tax data handling
2025-608/612 Real Property Tax Amnesty RPT amnesty implementation
2025-609 LEDIPC Establishment Investment promotion
2025-614 Buy Local, Support Local MSME incentives

TAX EXEMPTIONS & FEE WAIVERS

Comprehensive Guide to Tax Exemptions under Ordinance No. 2023-537 (Revised Pagadian City Revenue Code)

IMPORTANTE - BASAHA NI!

Kini nga guide nag-highlight sa mga EXEMPTIONS nga nakabutang sa Revenue Code pero usahay wala gi-implement properly. Know your rights! Dili ka dapat pabayaron kung exempt ka according to the law.

📚 EXEMPTIONS BY CHAPTER - Quick Overview

📘 Chapter 2 - City Taxes
  • Art. A: Professional Tax Exemption (Sec. 2A.03)
  • Art. B: Community Tax/Cedula (Sec. 2B.04)
  • Art. C: Real Property Tax (Sec. 2C.03)
  • Art. D: Business Tax - Petroleum (Sec. 2D.03)
📗 Chapter 3 - Regulatory Fees
  • Weights & Measures Testing (Sec. 3K.02)
  • Government Agencies - Exempt
📙 Chapter 4 - Service Fees
  • Birth Certificate for Enrollment (Sec. 4B.04)
  • Birth/Death On-time Registration (Sec. 4B.07)
  • City Employee Service Records (Sec. 4C.03)
📕 Chapter 6 - Business Taxes
  • Cooperatives - CDA Registered (Sec. 6D.05)
  • BOI Pioneer/Non-Pioneer (Sec. 6D.05)
  • Petroleum Products Dealers (Sec. 2D.03)

📙 CHAPTER 4 - SERVICE FEES EXEMPTIONS

SECTION 4C.03 - SERVICE RECORDS FOR CITY EMPLOYEES CHECK IMPLEMENTATION
Section 4C.03. Exemptions.

"Employees of the City Government, requesting for copies of their service records, certificate of loan payments and other similar documents shall be EXEMPT from the payment of the clearance fees."
KINSA ANG EXEMPT:
  • Tanan employees sa City Government of Pagadian
  • Nag-request sa ilang OWN service records
  • Certificate of loan payments
  • Other similar employment documents
ANG PROBLEMA:
Naay mga instances nga ang city employees gipabayad gihapon og clearance fees kung mag-request og service record, bisag clearly stated sa Revenue Code nga EXEMPT sila - meaning LIBRE, WALAY BAYAD.

⚖️ COMPREHENSIVE LEGAL BASIS (Ipakita ni kung dili motuo!):

1️⃣ LOCAL ORDINANCE - PRIMARY BASIS

Ordinance No. 2023-537, Section 4C.03 - Express exemption provision na gi-enact sa Sangguniang Panlungsod. Kini ang LOCAL LAW - mandatory ni para sa City Treasurer's Office.

2️⃣ 1987 CONSTITUTION - Article III, Section 7
"The right of the people to information on matters of public concern shall be recognized. Access to official records, and to documents, and papers pertaining to official acts, transactions, or decisions... shall be afforded the citizen."

Ang imong SERVICE RECORD kay official government document - constitutional right nimo ang access sa imong kaugalingon nga records!

3️⃣ SUPREME COURT RULING - Legaspi v. Civil Service Commission (G.R. No. 72119, May 29, 1987)
"Government agencies have NO DISCRETION to refuse disclosure of, or access to, information of public concern because the Constitution guarantees access to such information."

IMPORTANTE: Kini nga Supreme Court decision nagpahayag nga ang right to information kay SELF-EXECUTING - wala nay kinahanglan nga additional law para ma-enforce!

4️⃣ RA 6713 - Code of Conduct for Public Officials, Section 5

Section 5(a) - Duty to act promptly on requests within 15 working days

Section 5(c) - "Make documents accessible to the public" - Mandatory duty sa public servants!

5️⃣ RA 11032 - Ease of Doing Business Act, Section 21

PROHIBITED ACTS (bawal sa government employees):

  • (b) Imposition of additional requirements other than those listed in the Citizen's Charter
  • (c) Imposition of additional costs NOT reflected in the Citizen's Charter
⚠️ PENALTIES (Section 22):
• 1st Offense: 6 months suspension
• 2nd Offense: Dismissal + Criminal liability + ₱500,000-₱2,000,000 fine + 1-6 years imprisonment
6️⃣ CSC JURISDICTION - Administrative Cases

Violations of RA 11032 are administrative offenses under CSC jurisdiction. Pwede ka mag-file og complaint sa Civil Service Commission Regional Office kung dili ma-resolve locally.

📋 UNSAY BUHATON KUNG PABAYARON KA:

  1. Step 1 - Cite ang Ordinance:
    Politely isulti: "Ma'am/Sir, exempt ko under Section 4C.03 sa Ordinance No. 2023-537. City employee ko ug kini akong kaugalingon nga service record."
  2. Step 2 - Ipakita ang Legal Basis:
    Show this guide or print ang Section 4C.03. Pwede sad i-cite ang 1987 Constitution Article III, Sec. 7 ug Supreme Court ruling sa Legaspi v. CSC.
  3. Step 3 - Request Supervisor:
    Kung dili gihapon motuo, request to speak with the Department Head or City Treasurer mismo.
  4. Step 4 - Cite RA 11032 Penalties:
    Inform them: "Ma'am/Sir, ang pag-charge og fees nga wala sa Citizen's Charter kay violation sa RA 11032, Section 21(c). Ang penalty kay 6 months suspension for first offense."
  5. Step 5 - Document Everything:
    Record: Date, Time, Amount asked, Name of personnel, Office
  6. Step 6 - File Formal Complaint:
    Kung denied pa gihapon, file written complaint sa:
    • 📍 Office of the City Mayor
    • 📍 Sangguniang Panlungsod (SP Office)
    • 📍 Civil Service Commission Regional Office 9
    • 📍 Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) - arta.gov.ph
    • 📍 Office of the Ombudsman
📝 SAMPLE COMPLAINT (i-copy ni kung kinahanglan):
Date: ___________
To: City Mayor / SP Secretary / CSC Regional Director

Subject: VIOLATION OF SECTION 4C.03, ORD. 2023-537 & RA 11032

I, _______________, a city government employee assigned at _______________, was charged ₱_____ for requesting my own service record on _____________ at the City Treasurer's Office despite the clear exemption under:

1. Section 4C.03, Ordinance No. 2023-537
2. 1987 Constitution, Article III, Section 7
3. RA 11032 (EODB Act), Section 21(c)

The personnel who charged me was: _______________

I request immediate action on this violation.

Respectfully,
_______________
Employee ID: _______________
Contact: _______________

📘 CHAPTER 2 - CITY TAXES EXEMPTIONS

Coverage: This chapter covers exemptions from Professional Tax (Art. A), Community Tax/Cedula (Art. B), Real Property Tax (Art. C), and Local Business Tax (Art. D) as provided under the Local Government Code (RA 7160) and related national laws.

Article A - Professional Tax (Section 2A.01-2A.07)

Annual tax of ₱300 on professionals requiring government examination. Section 2A.03 provides exemption for government-employed professionals.

SECTION 2A.03 - PROFESSIONAL TAX EXEMPTION LIBRE
Section 2A.03. Exemption.

"Professionals exclusively employed in the government shall be exempt from the payment of this tax."
KINSA ANG EXEMPT:
Professionals (doctors, engineers, lawyers, nurses, accountants, teachers, etc.) nga EXCLUSIVELY nag-work sa government. Meaning, walay private practice or sideline - purely government employee.
LEGAL BASIS:
  • RA 7160, Section 139(b) - Express exemption for government professionals
  • BLGF Local Finance Circular 001-2019
SECTION 4B.04 - BIRTH CERTIFICATE FOR SCHOOL ENROLLMENT LIBRE
Section 4B.04. Exemption.

"Issuance of birth certificates of children reaching school age when such certificates are required for admission to the primary grades in the private and public schools."
KINSA ANG EXEMPT:
Parents/guardians nga nag-request og birth certificate para sa ilang anak nga mag-enroll sa Grade 1 (primary grades) - public man or private school.
TIPS: Kung mag-kuha ka og birth certificate para sa enrollment sa imong anak sa Grade 1, isulti dayon sa Civil Registrar nga para sa school admission para ma-waive ang fee. Bring proof like enrollment form or letter from the school.

Article B - Community Tax/Cedula (Section 2B.01-2B.08)

Annual community tax of ₱5 for individuals + additional ₱1/₱1,000 income. Section 2B.04 exempts Senior Citizens (60+), diplomatic personnel, and transient visitors.

SECTION 2B.04 - SENIOR CITIZEN COMMUNITY TAX EXEMPT
KINSA ANG EXEMPT SA COMMUNITY TAX (CEDULA):
  • Senior Citizens - 60 years old and above (per RA 9994)
  • Diplomatic and consular representatives
  • Transient visitors (less than 3 months stay)
LEGAL BASIS:
  • RA 7160, Section 159 - Exemptions from Community Tax
  • RA 9994 (Expanded Senior Citizens Act), Section 4
REMINDER: Kung 60 years old na ka, exempt na ka sa Community Tax. Bring your Senior Citizen ID when transacting.

Article C - Real Property Tax (Section 2C.01-2C.11)

Annual ad valorem tax at 1.90% of assessed value + 1% SEF. Section 2C.03 provides exemptions for government property, religious/charitable institutions, water/power utilities, cooperatives, and pollution control equipment.

SECTION 2C.03 - REAL PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTIONS EXEMPT
KINSA ANG EXEMPT SA REAL PROPERTY TAX:
  • Government Property - Republic of the Philippines or any political subdivision (unless beneficial use granted to taxable person)
  • Religious/Charitable - Churches, parsonages, convents, mosques, nonprofit cemeteries, land used for religious/charitable/educational purposes
  • Water/Power Utilities - Machinery/equipment of local water districts and GOCCs for water supply/electric power
  • Cooperatives - All real property owned by duly registered cooperatives (RA 6938)
  • Pollution Control - Machinery/equipment used for pollution control and environmental protection
LEGAL BASIS:
  • RA 7160, Section 234 - Exemptions from Real Property Tax
  • Ord. 2023-537, Section 2C.03
IMPORTANTE: Any exemption previously granted before January 1, 1992 is withdrawn unless specifically covered by Section 234 of RA 7160.

📕 CHAPTER 6 - BUSINESS TAX EXEMPTIONS

Coverage: Exemptions from local business taxes for specific entities protected by national law - Cooperatives (RA 9520), BOI-registered enterprises (RA 7160 Sec. 133(g)), and Petroleum products dealers (RA 7160 Sec. 133(h)).

COOPERATIVE TAX EXEMPTION TAX EXEMPT
KINSA ANG EXEMPT:
ALL cooperatives duly registered under RA 6938/RA 9520 with CDA (Cooperative Development Authority) - REGARDLESS pila man ang accumulated reserves or undivided net savings.
RA 9520, Art. 61, Sec. 3:

"All cooperatives, regardless of the amount of accumulated reserves and undivided net savings shall be exempt from payment of local taxes..."
LEGAL BASIS:
  • RA 9520 (Philippine Cooperative Code of 2008), Article 61, Section 3
  • RA 7160, Section 133(n) - LGUs cannot tax cooperatives
SECTION 2D.03 - PETROLEUM PRODUCTS EXEMPT
Section 2D.03. Exemption.

"Business engaged in the production, manufacture, refining, distribution or sale of oil, gasoline, and other petroleum products shall not be subject to any local tax imposed in this Article."
LEGAL BASIS (Supreme Court already decided this):
  • RA 7160, Section 133(h) - Total prohibition
  • Batangas City v. Pilipinas Shell Petroleum Corporation, G.R. No. 187631 (July 8, 2015)
Supreme Court:
"Section 133(h) prohibits LGUs from imposing any taxes, fees, or charges on petroleum products."
BOI-REGISTERED ENTERPRISE EXEMPTION TAX EXEMPT
KINSA ANG EXEMPT:
  • Pioneer Enterprises - 6 years from BOI registration date
  • Non-Pioneer Enterprises - 4 years from BOI registration date
LEGAL BASIS:
  • RA 7160, Section 133(g)
  • Ord. 2023-537, Section 6D.05

QUICK REFERENCE: ALL EXEMPTIONS

Section Exemption Who Benefits Legal Basis
4C.03 Service Records, Loan Certificates City Government Employees Ord. 2023-537; RA 6713
2A.03 Professional Tax Gov't-employed professionals RA 7160, Sec. 139(b)
2B.04 Community Tax (Cedula) Senior Citizens (60+) RA 9994
2C.03 Real Property Tax Gov't, religious, charitable entities RA 7160, Sec. 234
4B.04 Birth Certificate School enrollment (Grade 1) Ord. 2023-537
4B.07 Birth/Death Registration On-time registration RA 3753
3K.02 Weights & Measures Testing Government agencies Ord. 2023-537
6D.05 Local Business Tax Cooperatives (CDA-registered) RA 9520, Art. 61
6D.05 Local Business Tax BOI Pioneer (6 yrs) / Non-Pioneer (4 yrs) RA 7160, Sec. 133(g)
2D.03 Local Business Tax Petroleum products dealers RA 7160, Sec. 133(h)

BUSINESS & INDIVIDUAL INCENTIVES

Comprehensive Guide to Incentives Available for Pagadian City Residents and Businesses

💰 INCENTIVES BY CATEGORY - Quick Overview

🏆 Individual Excellence Incentives
  • Top Board/Bar Passers - ₱20,000-₱50,000
  • Plaque of Commendation
  • Recognition during Araw ng Pagadian
🏢 Business Incentives
  • MSME Procurement Priority (10%)
  • BMBE Tax Incentives
  • Investment Code Benefits
  • BOI Registration Incentives
📋 Tax Relief Programs
  • Real Property Tax Amnesty
  • Early Payment Discounts (10-20%)
  • Installment Payment Options
🤝 Support Programs
  • LEDIPC Business Assistance
  • Local Token Requirements
  • MSME Registry Access

🏆 CATEGORY 1 - INDIVIDUAL EXCELLENCE INCENTIVES

Purpose: To recognize and reward Pagadian City residents who excel in professional examinations and bring honor to the city through their academic and professional achievements.

TOP BOARD/BAR PASSERS INCENTIVE

Ordinance No. 2025-607 (amending Ord. 2017-390)

GOOD NEWS: Kung Pagadian resident ka ug na-rank ka sa Top 10 sa Bar or Board Exam, naa'y cash incentive gikan sa City Government!
Rank Cash Incentive
Top 1 (Bar/Board Exam)P50,000.00
Top 2P40,000.00
Top 3P30,000.00
Top 4-10P20,000.00
REQUIREMENTS (submit to PESO, City Mayor's Office):
  • Proof of residency in Pagadian City (Voter's ID, Passport, UMID)
  • Authenticated copy of Diploma/Certificate
  • PRC Certificate of Rating/Exam Result
NOTE: Gi-amend na sa Ord. 2025-607 - dili na "Lumad Pagadianon" ang requirement, kundi "Pagadian Resident" na lang. Mas inclusive na siya. Plus naa'y plaque of commendation during Araw ng Pagadian celebration.

🏢 CATEGORY 2 - BUSINESS INCENTIVES & SUPPORT PROGRAMS

Purpose: To promote local economic development, support MSMEs, and attract investments in Pagadian City through preferential treatment in government procurement and tax incentives.

BUY LOCAL, SUPPORT LOCAL - MSME INCENTIVES

Ordinance No. 2025-614

PARA SA MGA LOCAL BUSINESS OWNERS: Ang City Government required na nga at least 10% sa ilang procurement gikan sa local MSMEs. Plus, tanan tokens sa government activities dapat locally-produced!
📋 KEY PROVISIONS:
  • At least 10% of total procurement value reserved for local MSMEs
  • All tokens for government activities must be locally-produced
  • MSME Registry to be established by LEDIPC within 3 months
  • Initial appropriation: ₱1,000,000.00
✅ QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Registered sa DTI, SEC, CDA, or DOLE
  • May Mayor's Permit
  • 100% Filipino-owned (or at least 60% kung corporation)
  • Capitalization dili mosobra sa ₱100 Million
📊 MSME CLASSIFICATION (per RA 9501):
Category Asset Size No. of Employees
Micro Up to ₱3,000,000 1-9
Small ₱3,000,001 - ₱15,000,000 10-99
Medium ₱15,000,001 - ₱100,000,000 100-199
LEGAL BASIS:
  • RA 9501 (Magna Carta for MSMEs), Section 4
  • Ord. 2025-614 - Buy Local, Support Local Ordinance
  • Ord. 2025-609 - LEDIPC Establishment (implementing office)

BMBE INCENTIVES (RA 9178)

Barangay Micro Business Enterprises (assets not exceeding ₱3,000,000)

🎁 AVAILABLE INCENTIVES:
  • Income Tax Exemption from income arising from BMBE operations
  • Reduced local taxes, fees, and charges
  • Exemption from minimum wage law coverage
  • Priority in government procurement (at least 10%)
  • Technology transfer and training programs
  • Credit facilities from government financial institutions
📝 HOW TO REGISTER AS BMBE:
  1. Secure BMBE Application Form from City Treasurer's Office
  2. Submit requirements:
    • Duly accomplished application form
    • DTI/SEC/CDA Certificate
    • Sworn Statement of Assets
  3. Pay registration fee
  4. Receive Certificate of Authority
LEGAL BASIS:
  • RA 9178 - Barangay Micro Business Enterprises Act of 2002
  • RA 10644 - Go Negosyo Act (amended RA 9178)
  • DTI Department Administrative Order No. 17-12

📋 CATEGORY 3 - TAX RELIEF & DISCOUNT PROGRAMS

Purpose: To encourage prompt payment of taxes and provide relief to taxpayers through discounts, amnesty programs, and flexible payment options.

REAL PROPERTY TAX DISCOUNTS

Section 2C.05, Ordinance No. 2023-537

🎉 20% DISCOUNT

Pay in full BEFORE January 1

(Advance payment for the year)

💰 10% DISCOUNT

Pay on or before deadlines:

Mar 31, Jun 30, Sep 30, Dec 31

IMPORTANTE: Ang discount applicable lang sa properties nga walay delinquency. Kung naa'y unpaid balance from previous years, dili pwede ma-avail ang discount.

INSTALLMENT PAYMENT OPTIONS

Section 2C.04, Ordinance No. 2023-537

Real Property Tax may be paid in 4 equal installments without interest:

Installment Deadline
1st QuarterMarch 31
2nd QuarterJune 30
3rd QuarterSeptember 30
4th QuarterDecember 31
⚠️ PENALTY FOR LATE PAYMENT:

2% interest per month on unpaid amount (maximum 36 months). Payments are first applied to prior year delinquencies before current period.

RELATED INCENTIVE ORDINANCES

Ord. 2025-607

Top Board/Bar Passers Incentive Amendment

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Ord. 2025-609

LEDIPC Establishment

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Ord. 2025-614

Buy Local, Support Local

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Ord. 2023-537

Revised Revenue Code 2023

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EASE OF DOING BUSINESS COMPLIANCE

Your Rights Under RA 11032 - Ease of Doing Business and Efficient Government Service Delivery Act of 2018

⚡ RA 11032 KEY PROVISIONS - Quick Overview

⏱️ Processing Time Limits
  • Simple: 3 working days
  • Complex: 7 working days
  • Highly Technical: 20 working days
🚫 Prohibited Acts (Sec. 21)
  • Additional fees not in Charter
  • Unnecessary documents
  • Fixing/Fixer activities
⚠️ Penalties (Sec. 22)
  • 1st: 6-month suspension
  • 2nd: Dismissal + Criminal
  • Fine: ₱500K - ₱2M
📋 Your Rights
  • Citizen's Charter access
  • One-time submission
  • Report to ARTA

IMPORTANTE NI - BASAHA GYUD!

Under RA 11032, ang government offices REQUIRED to process transactions within specific timeframes. Kung ma-delay or mag-impose og extra fees nga wala sa Citizen's Charter, naa'y PENALTY sa erring employee! Know your rights ug ayaw pagpadaug-daog.

⏱️ CHAPTER I - PROCESSING TIME STANDARDS (Section 9)

Legal Basis: Section 9 of RA 11032 mandates maximum processing times for all government transactions. These are MANDATORY - not optional guidelines.

SECTION 9 - PROCESSING TIME FOR APPLICATIONS AND REQUESTS

SIMPLE TRANSACTIONS

3 DAYS

Working days

Most permits, clearances, certificates

COMPLEX TRANSACTIONS

7 DAYS

Working days

With technical evaluation needed

HIGHLY TECHNICAL

20 DAYS

Working days

Expert evaluation required

📋 TRANSACTION TYPE DEFINITIONS:
  • Simple Transaction - Requires only ministerial action, fixed in the Citizen's Charter, no exercise of discretion
  • Complex Transaction - Requires evaluation per technical/professional knowledge, may involve multi-office processing
  • Highly Technical Transaction - Requires use of technical knowledge/equipment, expert evaluation, test/examination

🏢 CHAPTER II - BUSINESS ONE-STOP SHOP (Section 11)

Legal Basis: Section 11 mandates establishment of Business One-Stop Shops (BOSS) to streamline business registration and permit renewal.

SECTION 11 - STREAMLINED PROCEDURES FOR BUSINESS PERMITS

✅ KEY REQUIREMENTS:
  • Maximum 3 signatures only (JMC No. 01, S. 2021)
  • Unified Application Form for all permits
  • Zero-contact policy where feasible
  • Single payment for all fees
  • One-time submission of requirements
🔄 PROCESS FLOW:
  1. Submit unified application form
  2. Pay all fees at single window
  3. Wait for processing (max 3-7 days)
  4. Receive all permits at once
📜 ORDINANCE NO. 2019-433 - CENTRALIZED BARANGAY CLEARANCE

Pursuant to RA 11032, Section 11(f):

  • Barangay clearances for business permits collected at CITY LEVEL
  • City Treasurer authorized to collect on behalf of barangays
  • Remittance to barangays: within 7 working days of ensuing month
  • Electronic signatures of Punong Barangays used for issuance

🚫 CHAPTER III - PROHIBITED ACTS (Section 21)

Know These Violations: Government employees who commit any of these acts can be reported to ARTA and are subject to administrative and criminal penalties.

SECTION 21 - PROHIBITED ACTS AND TRANSACTIONS

🚫 Section 21(a) - Refusal to Accept

Refusing to accept application/request that complies with requirements in the Citizen's Charter

🚫 Section 21(b) - Additional Requirements

Imposing additional documents NOT listed in the Citizen's Charter

🚫 Section 21(c) - Additional Fees

Charging fees NOT reflected in the Citizen's Charter

🚫 Section 21(d) - Failure to Process

Failure to act on application within prescribed time

🚫 Section 21(e) - Denial Notice

Failure to give denial notice with reason(s)

🚫 Section 21(f) - Fixing

Engaging in fixing or fixer activities

⚖️ CHAPTER IV - PENALTIES (Section 22)

Consequence for Violators: RA 11032 has teeth - violators face suspension, dismissal, imprisonment, and heavy fines.

SECTION 22 - ADMINISTRATIVE AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES

⚠️ FIRST OFFENSE

6 MONTHS

Suspension from service

🚨 SECOND OFFENSE

  • Dismissal from service
  • Perpetual disqualification from government
  • 1-6 years imprisonment
  • Fine: ₱500,000 - ₱2,000,000
📞 WHERE TO REPORT VIOLATIONS:
  • ARTA Hotline: 1-ARTA (1-2782)
  • ARTA Website: www.arta.gov.ph
  • Email: complaints@arta.gov.ph
  • CSC Regional Office IX
  • Office of the Ombudsman
MEANING: Kung naa'y government employee nga mag-charge nimo og fee nga wala sa official list, or deliberately mag-delay sa processing, pwede siya ma-suspend or ma-dismiss. Dili ka dapat magpadaog-daog - report dayon sa ARTA!

📜 CHAPTER V - CITIZEN'S CHARTER (Section 6-8)

Your Right to Information: Every government office must display a Citizen's Charter showing all services, requirements, fees, and processing times. If walai Citizen's Charter, violation na.

SECTION 6-8 - CITIZEN'S CHARTER REQUIREMENTS

📋 CITIZEN'S CHARTER MUST CONTAIN:
✓ List of all services offered
✓ Step-by-step procedures
✓ Complete list of requirements
✓ Person/s responsible
✓ Maximum processing time
✓ Document/s to be presented
✓ Amount of fees (if any)
✓ Complaint/feedback mechanism
⚠️ IMPORTANTE:

If ang government office wala nag-display og Citizen's Charter, or kung ang requirements/fees dili match sa displayed, that's already a VIOLATION of RA 11032. Report immediately to ARTA.

RELATED EODB ORDINANCES

Ord. 2019-433

Centralized Barangay Clearance Collection

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Ord. 2023-541

Data Privacy Ordinance

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REAL PROPERTY TAX AMNESTY PROGRAM

RA 12001 (RPVARA) & Ordinance No. 2025-612

DEADLINE

JULY 5, 2026

Avail of the amnesty before this date!

UNSAY MEANING ANI: Kung naay delinquent Real Property Tax ang imong property before July 5, 2024, pwede ka mag-avail sa amnesty. WALAY interest, penalties, ug surcharges - bayaran lang nimo ang principal (basic RPT + SEF). Pero dapat before July 5, 2026!
AMNESTY DETAILS
What's Covered Penalties, surcharges, ug interest sa RPT delinquencies PRIOR to July 5, 2024
What You Pay Basic RPT + SEF + Idle Land Tax (principal lang - NO penalties/interest)
Payment Options One-time payment OR installment (up to 4 ka payments)
Where to Pay Office of the City Treasurer, Pagadian City
DILI COVERED (NOT QUALIFIED):
  • Properties nga na-auction na (gibaligya na sa public auction)
  • Properties nga naa nay existing compromise agreement
  • Properties nga naa'y pending court case
LEGAL BASIS:
  • RA 12001 (RPVARA), Section 30 - Grant of Tax Amnesty (signed June 13, 2024)
  • RA 7160, Sections 129, 186, 192 - Power of LGUs to grant tax reliefs
  • DOF IRR of RA 12001 (issued December 10, 2024)
  • City Ordinance No. 2025-612 - Pagadian City Real Property Tax Amnesty Ordinance of 2025

RELATED AMNESTY ORDINANCES

Ord. 2025-608

RPT Amnesty (Original)

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Ord. 2025-612

RPT Amnesty (Amended)

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ALL BUSINESS & REVENUE ORDINANCES

Complete archive of Pagadian City business regulations, revenue codes, incentives, and EODB compliance ordinances.

Revenue Code & Tax Legislation

5 Ordinances

Ord. 2023-537

Revised Pagadian City Revenue Code of 2023 (Current)

View PDF

Ord. 2009-279

Revised Revenue Code 2009 (Superseded)

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Ord. 2008-266

Fair Market Values (FMV) Schedule

View PDF

Ord. 2018-399

Fair Market Values 2018 Update

View PDF

Ord. 2018-417

FMV Implementation Guidelines

View PDF

Incentives & Special Codes

15 Ordinances

Ord. 2025-607

Top Board/Bar Passers Incentive (P20K-P50K)

View PDF

Ord. 2025-614

Buy Local, Support Local (10% MSME Procurement)

View PDF

Ord. 2025-609

LEDIPC Establishment (Investment Promotion)

View PDF

Ord. 2025-612

Real Property Tax Amnesty (Until July 5, 2026)

View PDF

Ord. 2025-600

Children's Code of Pagadian City

View PDF

Ord. 2022-521

Youth Code of Pagadian City

View PDF

Ord. 2007-258

Gender and Development (GAD) Code

View PDF

Ord. 2008-269

PWD (Persons with Disability) Code

View PDF

Ord. 2024-580

PWD Services Enhancement

View PDF

Ord. 2023-527

Buy Local Advocacy Program

View PDF

Market, Agora & Rental Fees

10 Ordinances

🏪 NEW AGORA MARKET FEE SCHEDULE Ord. 1992-78

💰 Stall Guarantee Deposits
Class A₱6,000.00
Class B₱4,500.00
Class C₱3,500.00
📋 Daily Stall Rentals (per sq.m.)
Class A₱4.00/day
Class B₱3.50/day
Class C₱3.00/day
Fish/Meat Section₱200/month (fixed)
🚗 Parking & Toll Fees
VehicleTollParking/hr
Jeeps/Cars₱2.00₱3.00
Trucks/Heavy₱3.00₱4.00
Motorcycles₱1.00₱2.00
Bicycles₱0.50₱1.00
Stallholder Monthly₱60.00
⏰ Market Hours & Important Rules
  • Regular Hours: 4:00 AM - 8:00 PM daily
  • Dec 24 & 31: 4:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Payment Due: First 20 days of month
  • Late Penalty: 25% of rental due
  • Lease Duration: 1 year (renewable)
⚠️ Note: Two successive non-payments = automatic lease cancellation. Power and water charges billed separately with monthly rental.

Ord. 1990-70

Designating Night Market Location

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Ord. 1992-78

Guidelines for Agora Operation

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Ord. 1993-108

Schedule of Market Values

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Ord. 1994-125

Market Awards Committee

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Ord. 2007-265

Public Market Regulation & Stall Rentals

View PDF

Ord. 2024-597

UKAY-UKAY Night Market Regulation

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Ord. 1999-166

Veterinary Services & Slaughterhouse

View PDF

Ord. 2020-452

Pagadian City Meat Inspection Service

View PDF

Ord. 2019-426

Livestock Common Area Designation

View PDF

Ord. 1993-114

Food Handlers Requirements

View PDF

Business Regulations & Permits

18 Ordinances

Ord. 1989-60

Boarding House Regulation

View PDF

Ord. 1991-73

Solicitation Permits & Guidelines

View PDF

Ord. 2001-192

Internet Cafe / Computer Shop Regulation

View PDF

Ord. 2007-255

Internet Shop Design Requirements

View PDF

Ord. 2019-430

Internet Cafe Amendment

View PDF

Ord. 2003-227

Video Carrera Gaming Regulation

View PDF

Ord. 2018-411

Videoke/Karaoke Regulation

View PDF

Ord. 2024-588

Vape & E-Cigarette Regulation

View PDF

Ord. 2006-253

Signboard & Billboard Regulation

View PDF

Ord. 2003-224

Renumbering of Business Establishments

View PDF

Ord. 2012-331

Pagadian Business Week

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Ord. 2015-352

Business Identification Plates

View PDF

Ord. 2017-372

City Environmental Management Office (CEMO)

View PDF

Ord. 2020-447

Subdivision Development Guidelines

View PDF

Ord. 1999-167

Sidewalk Cleaning & Maintenance

View PDF

Ord. 2021-491

Anti-Prank Orders for Food Delivery

View PDF

Ord. 2025-606

PNP Uniform Support Program

View PDF

Ord. 2024-585

BJMP Coordination & Support

View PDF

Tourism Sites & Development

7 Ordinances

Ord. 2018-407

Boulevard Development

View PDF

Ord. 2020-458

Baywalk Development & Management

View PDF

Ord. 2020-460

Rotunda Site Development

View PDF

Ord. 2020-461

Woodland & Manga Falls Tourism Site

View PDF

Ord. 2021-464

Alegria Falls Tourism Development

View PDF

Ord. 2021-465

Kendis Cave Tourism Site

View PDF

Ord. 2011-317

Naming of RC Site

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EODB Compliance & Tax Administration

5 Ordinances

Ord. 2019-433

Centralized Barangay Clearance (EODB)

View PDF

Ord. 2023-541

Data Privacy Ordinance

View PDF

Ord. 2025-608

RPT Amnesty (Original)

View PDF

Ord. 1996-133

Fair Market Values 1996

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Ord. 2002-217

Fair Market Values 2002

View PDF

🚦 ROAD NETWORK & TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT CODE Ordinance No. 2018-400 | City of Pagadian

208
Sections
6
Books
50+
Penalties
2018
Enacted
📖 View Full Annotated Traffic Code (2018-400)

Complete version with Supreme Court jurisprudence & AI search

🚲 TRICYCLE FARE MATRIX (TARIPA) MTFRB Authorized

Regular Fare
₱15.00
First 2 km
Succeeding km
₱2.00
Per kilometer
Student/Senior/PWD
20% OFF
With valid ID

⚠️ Kung overcharge ka: Report sa CTTMO or SP Office | Cite Section 138-142 of Ord. 2018-400

📋 Key Provisions & Penalties

🚫 Common Violations & Fines
No helmet (rider/passenger)₱500
Overloading₱500
Reckless driving₱1,000
Colorum operation₱2,500
Illegal parking₱300
Disregarding traffic signs₱500
👤 Driver Conduct Violations
"Manigbas" (refusing passenger)₱500
Overcharging fare₱500
Discourtesy to passengers₱300
Driving under influence₱3,000
No valid license₱1,000
Operating beyond route₱500

📢 REPORT "MANIGBAS" (Refusing Passengers)

Kung ang driver dili gusto modala sa imo o nangayo og sobra sa taripa, pwede ka mag-report:

📍 CTTMO Office - City Hall 📞 (062) 215-XXXX 📋 Take photo of plate number

📚 Traffic Code Structure (6 Books)

Book I - General Provisions

Title, Policy, Definitions (Sec. 1-10)

Book II - Road Users

Drivers, Pedestrians, Cyclists (Sec. 11-93)

Book III - Public Transport

Tricycles, Jeepneys, Buses, Fares (Sec. 94-153)

Book IV - Traffic Management

Signs, Signals, Parking (Sec. 154-172)

Book V - Road Infrastructure

Road Network, Terminals (Sec. 173-193)

Book VI - Enforcement

Apprehension, Fines, Penalties (Sec. 194-208)

⚖️ Legal Basis

  • RA 7160 - Local Government Code, Sec. 458 (Power to regulate traffic)
  • RA 4136 - Land Transportation and Traffic Code
  • RA 10666 - Children's Safety on Motorcycles Act
  • LTFRB - Fare Matrix Guidelines

🏢 CITY COMMERCIAL CENTER (C3) - ANNOTATED GUIDE

Governing Ordinance: City Ordinance No. 2009-288
Complete Guidelines, Policies, Rental Rates, CUSA, Tenant Rights & Legal References
Pagadian City's 5-Floor Commercial Building | Barangay Santiago

📍 Overview

Location
Barangay Santiago, Pagadian City
(Corner J. Ariosa & F.S. Pajares Ave.)
Structure
5-Floor Commercial Building
Basement + Ground to 5th Floor
Management
City Government of Pagadian
C3 Board & C3 Management Office
4th-5th Floor
Government Offices
Office Spaces for City Departments

⚖️ Legal Basis - C3 as Government Property

RA 7160, Section 17(b)(2)(viii) - LGUs have the power to operate economic enterprises
RA 7160, Section 22 - Corporate powers of LGUs include ownership of property
PD 1445, Section 2 - Government Auditing Code: All government assets accountable to COA
Civil Code, Art. 420 - Property of public dominion vs. patrimonial property
Important Legal Principle:
"Even when stalls are 'SOLD' to private individuals, the BUILDING and COMMON AREAS remain government property. Stall owners have USUFRUCT rights, NOT absolute ownership of the land/building."
Basis: RA 7160, Sec. 22; Civil Code, Arts. 562-612 (Usufruct)

🔧 CUSA - Common Utility Service Areas

Unsa ang CUSA?

CUSA = Common Utility Service Areas - Mga areas nga shared sa TANAN nga tenants ug owners.

Apil sa Common Areas:
  • Hallways ug Corridors - Mga dalan sa sulod
  • Stairways ug Elevators - Access sa mga floors
  • Comfort Rooms (CR) - Public toilets
  • Atrium ug Lobby - Common gathering areas
  • Parking Areas - Vehicle parking spaces
  • Loading/Unloading Zones - Delivery areas
  • Fire Exits ug Safety Equipment
  • Water, Electricity sa Common Areas
  • Security Services
  • Garbage Collection

⚠️ CUSA Fee - Mandatory para sa TANAN

₱30.00 per square meter per month

Bisan pa GIPALIT nimo ang stall, OBLIGADO ka gihapon mag-bayad sa CUSA kay:

  1. Ang COMMON AREAS government property gihapon
  2. Maintenance ug utilities gasto sa City Government
  3. Security, cleaning, repairs - shared expense
  4. Walay CUSA payment = di ka maka-access sa common areas legally

Legal Basis for CUSA

Ord. 2010-311, Section 1(a) - CUSA fee of ₱30/sqm/month is MANDATORY
RA 4726 (Condominium Act) - Common areas require maintenance contributions
Civil Code, Art. 580 - Expenses for preservation are borne by usufructuary
Clarification:
"GIPALIT ang STALL, DILI ang BUILDING. Ang stall owner has RIGHT TO USE (usufruct) the stall space. Pero ang building structure, common areas, ug land - CITY GOVERNMENT gihapon ang tag-iya."

💰 Current Rental Rates (Ord. 2020-448)

COVID-era restructured rates - Effective September 2020

Floor Class A Class B Class C Class D
Ground Floor ₱405/sqm ₱395/sqm ₱385/sqm ₱375/sqm
Second Floor ₱315/sqm ₱305/sqm ₱295/sqm ₱285/sqm
Third Floor ₱225/sqm ₱215/sqm ₱205/sqm ₱195/sqm
4th-5th Floor (Office) ₱200/sqm/month

🍽️ Food Court Section Rates (per sqm/day)

Ground Floor
₱50.00
Second Floor
₱45.00
Third Floor
₱40.00

City Government maintains cleanliness & provides uniform tables/chairs FREE for diners.

🚻 CR (COMFORT ROOM) FEES - IMONG KATUNGOD!

Current CR Fees:

  • Ihian (Urinal): ₱5.00
  • Malibang (Defecation): ₱10.00

Commercial rate - applicable sa mall patrons ug visitors

🧾 OFFICIAL RECEIPT - KINAHANGLAN JGYUD!

KUNG WALAY RECIBO, PWEDE NGA ILLEGAL ANG COLLECTION!

Legal Basis:
  • COA Circular 2012-001: ALL government collections MUST be covered by Official Receipt (OR)
  • RA 7160, Section 159: All money collected shall be deposited in authorized depository bank
  • PD 1445, Section 68: Government Auditing Code - Liability for unlawful expenditures/collections
  • RA 3019 (Anti-Graft Law): Section 3(e) - Causing undue injury through evident bad faith

👔 GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES sa 4th-5th Floor

Ang mga government offices sa C3 (4th-5th floor) - question ang policy:

Arguments for FREE CR access:
  • Government employees are IN OFFICIAL CAPACITY
  • CR is part of COMMON AREAS maintained by City Government
  • Office rental already paid - includes reasonable access to facilities
  • RA 6713, Section 5(a): Public officials entitled to reasonable working conditions
Counter-argument:
  • CR fees help maintain facilities
  • Commercial building operates on cost-recovery basis

Recommendation: Request formal clarification from C3 Management or City Mayor's Office regarding government employee CR access.

📋 UNSAY BUHATON KUNG WALAY RECIBO:

  1. Politely request - "Pwede ko makuha og Official Receipt?"
  2. Note details - Date, time, amount, collector's name
  3. Report to C3 Management - File written complaint
  4. Escalate to City Mayor's Office - If unresolved
  5. Report to COA Regional Office - For audit investigation
  6. File with Ombudsman - If there's evident bad faith (RA 3019)
Principle of Accountability:
"Every centavo of government money must be accounted for. Collections without proper documentation constitute a violation of auditing rules and may expose collectors to administrative and criminal liability."
- COA Circular 2012-001; PD 1445

🏷️ Stall Sale Prices (Ord. 2010-311)

For stalls identified as "FOR SALE" - disposed through public auction

Floor Class AA Class A Class B Class C/D
Basement - ₱40,000 ₱37,000 -
Ground Floor ₱52,000 ₱49,000 ₱47,000 ₱43,000-45,000
Second Floor - ₱46,000 ₱44,000 ₱42,000
Third Floor - ₱42,000 ₱40,000 ₱38,000

🏛️ C3 Management Responsibilities

  • Maintain cleanliness of common areas
  • Provide security services
  • Maintain elevators, stairways, fire exits
  • Ensure proper lighting in corridors
  • Collect rentals and CUSA fees
  • Issue Official Receipts for ALL collections
  • Enforce building rules and regulations
  • Coordinate with C3 Board for policy matters
  • Submit reports to City Government
  • Handle tenant concerns and complaints
Legal Basis: Ord. 2010-312 created Executive Assistant IV position to oversee C3 operations

✅ Tenant/Stall Owner Rights

  • Peaceful enjoyment of leased/owned stall
  • Access to common areas (with CUSA payment)
  • Receive Official Receipt for all payments
  • Request 5-year lease renewal (if 500+ sqm) - Ord. 2019-429
  • Pre-terminate lease with 3-month notice (Ord. 2010-311)
  • Full refund of security deposit upon proper termination
  • File complaints/grievances with C3 Management
  • Participate in stallholder meetings
  • Sell/transfer stall ownership (with C3 Board approval)

📋 Tenant/Owner Responsibilities

  • Pay rental/CUSA fees on time
  • Maintain cleanliness of own stall
  • Follow building rules and regulations
  • Secure valid business permit
  • Not sublease without approval
  • Not conduct prohibited activities
  • Cooperate with health/safety inspections
  • Not obstruct common areas
  • Report safety hazards
Warning: Violators may face penalties under Ord. 2020-463 (up to ₱5,000 fine + permit revocation)

📝 Lease Terms & Conditions

Regular Lease

1 year, renewable annually
Subject to City Mayor's approval

Large Lessees (500+ sqm)

5 years, renewable
(Ord. 2019-429)

Security Deposit

3 months occupancy fee (non-refundable)
+ 3 months rental deposit (refundable for 200+ sqm)

Annual Increase

5% per year authorized
(Starting 3rd year of operation)

📢 Advertisement Fees (Ord. 2012-332)

Outside Wall (per sqm/month):
  • Corner Pajares & Rizal: ₱220
  • Pajares Ave Upper: ₱220
  • Pajares Ave Lower: ₱180
  • Pajares corner Jamisola: ₱160
  • Ariosa St: ₱140
Inside Atrium (per sqm/day):
  • Stall Owners/Lessees: ₱2.50
  • Non-Stall Owners: ₱5.00

📚 Related C3 Ordinances

Ordinance Subject Actions
2009-288 Original C3 Guidelines & Policies
2010-311 Rental Rates, Sale Prices, Payment Schemes, CUSA Fee
2010-312 Executive Assistant IV Position for C3 Oversight
2012-327 Office Space Rental Reduction (₱350 to ₱250/sqm)
2012-332 Advertisement/Announcement Fees
2015-349 Food Court Rates Amendment, Class AA Addition
2019-429 5-Year Lease Renewal for Large Lessees (500+ sqm)
2020-448 COVID-Era Rental Rate Restructuring
2020-463 Economic Enterprise Facilities Rules & Penalties

⚖️ Legal References

National Laws
  • RA 7160 - Local Government Code
  • PD 1445 - Government Auditing Code
  • RA 3019 - Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act
  • RA 6713 - Code of Conduct for Public Officials
  • RA 4726 - Condominium Act
COA Regulations
  • COA Circular 2012-001 - Official Receipt Requirements
  • COA Circular 97-002 - Accountability for Public Funds
  • COA Rules - Audit of Economic Enterprises
Civil Code Provisions
  • Art. 420 - Property of Public Dominion
  • Arts. 562-612 - Usufruct
  • Art. 580 - Usufructuary's Obligations

👶 COMPREHENSIVE CHILDREN'S WELFARE CODE OF PAGADIAN CITY City Ordinance No. 2025-600 | Effective 2025

15+
Articles
0-18
Age Coverage
UN
CRC Compliant
2025
Latest Version

⚖️ Legal Basis - National & International Laws

1989 UN Convention on the Rights of the Child - International framework for children's rights
RA 7610 - Special Protection of Children Against Abuse, Exploitation and Discrimination Act
RA 9344 - Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act of 2006
RA 10821 - Children in Situations of Armed Conflict
RA 11930 - Anti-Online Sexual Abuse or Exploitation of Children (OSAEC)
PD 603 - Child and Youth Welfare Code
RA 7160, Sec. 17 - LGU responsibility for child welfare services
Supreme Court Doctrine on Children's Rights:
"The best interest of the child shall be the paramount consideration in all actions concerning children, whether undertaken by public or private social welfare institutions, courts of law, administrative authorities, or legislative bodies."
- In Re: Adoption of Stephanie Nathy Astorga Garcia, G.R. No. 148311 (March 31, 2005)

📜 CHAPTER I - Title, Policy, Principles & Definition of Terms

Article 1: Title & Policy
  • Section 1: Title - "The Children's Code of Pagadian City"
  • Section 2: Policies based on 1987 Constitution & UN Convention on the Rights of the Child
  • Adopts 16 Republic Acts including RA 11930 (Anti-OSAEC), RA 11648, RA 11596 (Anti-Child Marriage)
Article 2: Definition of Terms
  • Children: Persons below 18 years old
  • Survival Rights: Adequate living, health, social security
  • Developmental Rights: Education, play, leisure, religion
  • Protection Rights: Against abuse, exploitation, discrimination
  • Participation Rights: Freedom to express on matters affecting them

💪 CHAPTER II - Survival & Development Rights of Children

Article 1: Shared responsibility of internal factors (parents, siblings, relatives) and external factors (State, civil society, community) for children's survival and development.

  • Section 1: Development determined by internal & external factors
  • Section 2: City Government ensures maximum survival & development through facilities, programs, and projects

🏥 CHAPTER III - Programs, Projects & Initiatives

📋 Article 1: Core Programs & Initiatives (Sections 1-4)
📖 What This Means

These core programs ensure every child in Pagadian City has access to fundamental services: registered birth, complete immunizations, nutrition monitoring, and child development centers in every barangay.

Birth Registration & Immunization

Monitoring registration and complete immunization series for TB, DPT, measles, polio

Growth & Nutrition Monitoring

Children 0-6 years old; nutritional feeding programs

CSWDO LINGAP CENTER

Sanctuary for abused, neglected, exploited children; rescue operations

Child Development Centers (CDC)

At least one per barangay; ECCD program implementation

🤰 Article 4: Maternal Newborn Child Health & Nutrition (MNCHN) - Sections 7-15

Strategy to reduce maternal and neonatal mortality through effective population-wide integrated MNCHN services.

BEmONC
Basic Emergency Obstetric & Newborn Care
CEmONC
Comprehensive Emergency Care
FBD/SBA
Facility-Based Deliveries
4Ps Integration
Poverty Reduction
🩺 Article 5: Newborn Screening System - Sections 16-27
  • Section 16: Policy to adopt comprehensive newborn screening system
  • Section 20: Screening within 24 hours after birth, not later than 3 days
  • Section 22: Parents may refuse on religious grounds (with written acknowledgment)
  • Expanded NBS: 22+ disorders including hemoglobinopathies & metabolic disorders
💉 Article 6: National Immunization Program (NIP) - Sections 28-38
BCG
Upon birth
Hepatitis B
Upon birth
Pentavalent
DPT, Hep B, Hib
PCV
Pneumonia
OPV
Oral Polio
MMR
Measles, Mumps
MCV
Meningococcal
HPV
Human Papilloma

Section 33: All infants receive FREE mandatory basic immunization at health facilities up to 5 years old.

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Articles 7-8: Adolescent Health & Development Program (AHDP) - Sections 39-41

Strategy to reduce teenage pregnancy and improve well-being of adolescents (10-19 years old).

Component 1: Effective Health Governance
Component 2: Service Delivery Network
Component 3: Teen Health Quarters (THQs)
Component 4: Health Service Provision
Component 5: Health Promotion & Advocacy
♿ Article 9: Inclusive Education for Learners with Disabilities - Sections 42-49

Based on RA 11650 - No learner shall be denied admission on the basis of disability.

  • ILRC: Inclusive Learning Resource Center - at least 1 per city/municipality
  • IEP: Individualized Education Plan for each learner with disability
  • CFS: Child Find System to identify all learners with disabilities not receiving services
  • UDL: Universal Design for Learning principles
🚸 Article 10: Street Children (Sections 50-56)
  • Section 52: Prohibited to give alms directly to street children
  • Section 53: Channel donations to charitable institutions
  • Section 54: PNP tasked to ensure no children proliferate streets
  • Section 56: LCPC to formulate comprehensive street children program
👶 Article 11: Foundlings (Sections 57-60+)
  • Based on RA 11767 (Foundling Recognition & Protection Act)
  • Finder: Must report within 48 hours to CSWDO
  • Foundlings entitled to registration, education, legal protection, medical care
  • Children 0-3 years referred to DSWD RSCC

🏛️ Local Implementation Bodies

LCPC

Local Council for the Protection of Children - City-level coordination

CSWDO

City Social Welfare & Development Office - Case management & secretariat

BCPC

Barangay Council for Protection of Children

LINGAP Center

Sanctuary for abused, neglected children

⚧️ GENDER AND DEVELOPMENT CODE OF PAGADIAN CITY City Ordinance No. 2007-258 | Gender Equality & Women's Rights

5%
GAD Budget
RA 9710
Magna Carta
CEDAW
UN Compliant
2007
Enacted

⚖️ Legal Basis - Women's Rights & Gender Equality

RA 9710 - Magna Carta of Women (2009)
RA 9262 - Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act
RA 7877 - Anti-Sexual Harassment Act
RA 8353 - Anti-Rape Law of 1997
RA 9208 - Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act
CEDAW - UN Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women
1987 Constitution, Art. II, Sec. 14 - State recognition of role of women in nation-building
Supreme Court on Gender Equality:
"The State shall ensure the fundamental equality before the law of women and men. All discriminatory practices against women shall be eliminated."
- Garcia v. Drilon, G.R. No. 179267 (June 25, 2013) - Upholding RA 9262

📜 CHAPTER I - General Provisions (Articles I-II)

Article I: Title, Purpose & Policy (Secs. 1-3)
  • Section 1: Title - "Gender and Development Code of Pagadian City"
  • Section 2: Purpose - Mainstream women's concerns, protect rights, ensure equality
  • Section 3: UN Declarations on women's rights adopted
  • Non-discrimination based on sexual preference or orientation
Article II: Definition of Terms (Sec. 4)
  • Gender: Socially constructed difference between men and women
  • GAD: Perspective recognizing equal contribution of women and men
  • Gender Mainstreaming: Integrating GAD concerns at all governance levels
  • Domestic Violence: Any abuse on family members
  • Reproductive Health: 10 elements including maternal health, FP, RTIs

🌱 CHAPTER II - Development Concerns (Articles III-XVII)

📋 Article III: Gender and Development Programs (Secs. 5-20)
📖 What This Means

GAD Programs ensure gender mainstreaming across all city offices. This means integrating women's concerns into planning, budgeting, and implementation of all government programs. At least 5% of the city budget must be allocated to GAD.

⚖️ Legal Basis
  • RA 9710 - Magna Carta of Women (5% GAD budget requirement)
  • PCW-NEDA-DBM JMC 2012-01 - GAD Budget Guidelines
Sec. 5: Gender-Sensitivity Training for all offices/schools
Sec. 6: Support for Gender Studies & Research
Sec. 8: Gender-Sensitive Zoning Plan
Sec. 14: Investment & Loans accessible to women
Sec. 15: Support for OFW survivors of abuse
Sec. 20: Psychosocial Program intervention
👩‍👧 Article IV: Women & Children Support System (Secs. 21-22)
  • Section 21: At least one Day Care Center per barangay
  • Section 22: Joint parental authority; disputes to Lupong Tagapamayapa
🛡️ Article V: Support for Women Victims/Survivors of Violence (Secs. 23-33)
📖 What This Means

This article provides comprehensive protection and services for women who are victims of violence (VAWC). It establishes response protocols, shelter services, and legal assistance for survivors of domestic violence, sexual abuse, and trafficking.

⚖️ Legal Basis
  • RA 9262 - Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act (VAWC)
  • RA 9208/RA 10364 - Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act
  • Garcia v. Drilon (2013) - SC upheld RA 9262's validity
🔧 Where to Get Help

CSWDO: City Social Welfare Office, City Hall
PNP Women's Desk: 24/7 response
Hotline: 8888 (government complaint) or 0917-XXX-XXXX (CSWDO)

Sec. 23: Investigation within 12-36 hours, counseling, medical services
Sec. 27: Women's Desk in offices handled by trained officers
Sec. 28: Family Disputes & Violence Committee per barangay
Sec. 31: Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking
Sec. 33: Crisis Intervention Center as temporary shelter
♿ Article VI: Women with Special Needs (Secs. 34-43)
  • Sec. 34: Special education for women with disabilities
  • Sec. 36: Creative employment opportunities for WWDs
  • Sec. 40: Support funds for elderly women
  • Sec. 41: Separate facilities for women in detention
  • Sec. 43: Respect for women's sexual preference
🏛️ Article VII: Political Participation (Secs. 44-53)
  • Sec. 44: March 8 - International Women's Day with 20% discount, half-day leave
  • Sec. 45: 1/3 of Development Council should be women
  • Sec. 47: Barangay GAD Committee in every barangay
  • Sec. 50: Women in law enforcement positions
⚠️ Article VIII: Violence Against Women Defined (Secs. 51-60)

Section 51: VAW includes physical, sexual, psychological harm in family, community, or by State.

Sec. 52
Sexual Abuse
Sec. 53
Partner/Wife Battering
Sec. 54
Trafficking in Women
Sec. 56-57
Sexual Harassment
Sec. 58
Rape
Sec. 59
Pedophilia
Sec. 60
Commercial Exploitation
📚 Article IX: Education Rights (Secs. 61-64)
  • Gender-sensitive curricula
  • Adult education programs
  • Sex education for pre-puberty
🏥 Article X: Health Rights (Secs. 65-69)
  • Substantial budget for women's health
  • Reproductive health care approach
  • Gender-sensitive crisis intervention
💼 Article XI: Labor & Employment (Secs. 70-74)
  • Sexual harassment orientation
  • Grievance committee setup
  • Tax incentives for childcare

⚖️ CHAPTER III - Penal Provisions (Articles XIX-XXVI)

Penalties for violations under this Code:

Soliciting Women (Sec. 119)

P5,000 fine or 1 year imprisonment

Sexual Harassment (Sec. 122)

P5,000 fine or 1 year imprisonment

Sex Tours (Sec. 126)

P5,000 + permit cancellation + 1 year

Beauty Contest Violation (Sec. 136)

P5,000 fine + permit cancellation

🏛️ CHAPTER IV - Implementation (Articles XXVII-XXVIII)

GAD Council Composition (Section 167)

Chair: City Mayor
Co-Chair: SP Committee on Women Chair
Coordinator: City LGOO
Members: CHO, CSWDO, PopCom, Women Orgs

💰 GAD Budget (Section 172): 5% of gross income from all sources shall be appropriated annually for GAD programs.

♿ PERSONS WITH DISABILITY CODE OF PAGADIAN CITY City Ordinance No. 2008-269 | Rights & Privileges of PWDs

20%
Discount
VAT
Exempt
RA 7277
Magna Carta
1%
Employment Quota

⚖️ Legal Basis - PWD Rights & Privileges

RA 7277 - Magna Carta for Disabled Persons (1992)
RA 9442 - Amendment to RA 7277 (2007) - Enhanced Privileges
RA 10754 - Further Amendment (2016) - VAT Exemption
BP 344 - Accessibility Law (1983)
RA 10070 - Institutionalizing PDAO in Every Province, City, Municipality
UN Convention on Rights of Persons with Disabilities - International framework
Supreme Court on PWD Rights:
"The State shall promote the welfare of disabled persons and their integration into the mainstream of society. They shall be entitled to equal opportunity for employment."
- 1987 Constitution, Article XIII, Section 13

📜 CHAPTER I - General Provisions (Sections 1-4)

Section 1: Title

"Pagadian City Magna Carta for Persons with Disability" - supplemental provisions to RA 7277

Section 2: Declaration of Policy

Recognizes dignity of PWDs and commits to full realization of their rights through appropriate measures

Section 3: Definition of Terms
  • PWD: Persons with physical, mental, or sensory impairment
  • Types: Psychosocial, Intellectual, Learning, Visual, Speech, Hearing, Orthopedic
Section 4: Coverage

All persons with disability residing, working, or found in the territorial jurisdiction of Pagadian City

⚖️ CHAPTER II - Rights & Privileges of PWDs (Sections 5-35)

💼 Employment Rights (Sections 5-17)
Sec. 5: Equal opportunity in all city government positions
Sec. 6: Sheltered workshops for rehabilitation/training
Sec. 7: Apprenticeship with priority placement
Sec. 8-9: PDAO to maintain skills registry
Sec. 10: Training, placement, monitoring programs
Sec. 11-12: Employer incentives (Special Deduction, Tax Credit)
📚 Right to Education (Sections 18-22)
  • Section 18: Right to quality education at all levels; government provides access
  • Section 19: Auxiliary services (sign language interpreters, Braille materials, priority registration)
  • Section 20: Special schools/classes established when demand arises
  • Section 21: Public/private schools must accommodate PWD students
  • Section 22: Non-formal education & training for out-of-school PWDs
🏥 Right to Health (Sections 23-27)
Sec. 23: At least one health center per barangay
Sec. 24: Free disability-related medical services and assistive devices
Sec. 25: Mental health services
Sec. 27: Rehabilitation services (medical, social, vocational)
🏗️ Accessibility Rights (Secs. 28-31)
  • Sec. 28: All public buildings must be accessible (BP 344)
  • Sec. 29: All public vehicles accessible to PWDs
  • Sec. 30: Service road for PWD tricycle/wheelchair
  • Sec. 31: PWD parking access in public areas (streets, parks, malls)
🏘️ Housing & Livelihood (Secs. 32-35)
  • Sec. 32: Reasonable housing in socialized housing projects
  • Sec. 33: Priority for livelihood programs and loans
  • Sec. 35: Right to participate in social life (sports, culture, recreation)

🎁 CHAPTER III - Other Privileges & Incentives (Sections 36-38)

20%
Discount on Medicines, Medical Services, Transportation, Hotels, Recreation, Funeral
50%
Discount on Express Lanes (Gov't Offices, Banks, Stores, PUVs)
FREE
Documentary Stamp Tax Exemption on bank transactions

🛡️ CHAPTER IV - Protection from Public Ridicule (Sections 39-40)

  • Section 39: It is prohibited to publicly ridicule, demean, or discriminate PWDs through conduct, words, or media
  • Section 40: Any person who publicly ridicules PWDs commits a violation punishable under this Code

📋 CHAPTER V - Final Provisions (Sections 41-48)

Sec. 41: PWD Affairs Office

PDAO established under City Mayor's Office

Sec. 42: Designation

PDAO Head appointment by City Mayor

Sec. 43: Functions

Policy formulation, coordination, monitoring

Sec. 44: Penalty

P5,000 fine or 6 months imprisonment for violations

🪪 How to Get PWD ID in Pagadian

The PDAO (Persons with Disability Affairs Office) handles PWD ID registration.

Requirements:
  • Medical certificate (from licensed physician)
  • 2x2 ID picture (3 copies)
  • Valid government ID
  • Barangay certificate of residency
Where to Apply:
PDAO Office, City Hall Pagadian
Processing: FREE of charge

💼 PAGADIAN CITY INVESTMENTS, INCENTIVES & PROMOTION CODE City Ordinance No. 2019-423 (Extended by Ord. 2020-449) | Business Incentives

6 Yrs
Pioneer Tax Holiday
4 Yrs
Non-Pioneer Holiday
BOI
Registered
COVID
Extended

⚖️ Legal Basis - Investment Incentives

RA 7160, Sec. 18 - Power of LGUs to grant tax exemptions and incentives
RA 7916 - Special Economic Zone Act
RA 11534 - CREATE Act (Corporate Recovery and Tax Incentives)
EO 226 - Omnibus Investments Code
City Ordinance 2019-423 - Base Investment Code of Pagadian City
City Ordinance 2020-449 - COVID-19 Extension of Incentives Period
Supreme Court on Local Tax Incentives:
"LGUs have the power to grant tax exemptions, incentives or reliefs within their territorial jurisdiction pursuant to Section 192 of the Local Government Code, subject to limitations."
- City of Manila v. Coca-Cola Bottlers Philippines, G.R. No. 181845

📢 Ordinance 2020-449: COVID-19 Extension

Section 1: Short Title

"An Ordinance Extending the Period of Availment of Incentives Under City Ordinance No. 2019-423"

Section 2: Extension of Period

Due to COVID-19 pandemic restrictions, the period of availment was extended until March 31, 2021. Further extensions may be granted by SP upon recommendation of the City Mayor.

Section 3: Effectivity

Took effect upon approval and compliance with publication requirements.

📜 Base Code Provisions (Ord. 2019-423)

🏭 Pioneer Enterprises - 6 Years Tax Holiday

First-of-its-kind in the city engaging in:

  • New technology introduction
  • Export-oriented manufacturing
  • Significant employment generation (50+ workers)
  • Priority industries per Investment Priorities Plan
🏢 Non-Pioneer Enterprises - 4 Years Tax Holiday

Expansion and modernization projects:

  • Expansion of existing industries
  • Job creation projects (20+ workers)
  • Value-adding activities
  • Modernization of equipment/facilities
🎁 Specific Local Incentives Granted
Local Business Tax

Exemption during incentive period

Mayor's Permit Fees

Reduced rates for registered enterprises

Building Permit

Discounted processing fees

Real Property Tax

Exemption on machinery/equipment

🎯 Priority Investment Areas
Agri-Business & Food Processing
Manufacturing & Assembly
Tourism & Hospitality
IT-BPO & Call Centers
Healthcare Services
Renewable Energy

📝 How to Avail Investment Incentives

Step 1

Submit Letter of Intent to City Investment Board

Step 2

Provide Business Plan with capital and employment projections

Step 3

Secure endorsement from BPLO, CTO, and other relevant offices

Step 4

Await Resolution of Approval from Sangguniang Panlungsod

🎓 COMPREHENSIVE YOUTH WELFARE AND DEVELOPMENT CODE City Ordinance No. 2022-521 | Ages 15-30

15-30
Age Range
SK
Representation
RA 8044
Youth Act
2022
Enacted

⚖️ Legal Basis - Youth Development

1987 Constitution, Art. II, Sec. 13 - State recognizes vital role of youth in nation-building
RA 8044 - Youth in Nation-Building Act (1995)
RA 10742 - Sangguniang Kabataan Reform Act (2015)
RA 10627 - Anti-Bullying Act of 2013
RA 8972 - Solo Parents Welfare Act
RA 11036 - Mental Health Act
Constitutional Mandate on Youth:
"The State recognizes the vital role of the youth in nation-building and shall promote and protect their physical, moral, spiritual, intellectual, and social well-being."
- 1987 Constitution, Article II, Section 13

📜 ARTICLE I - Title, Policy & Definition of Terms (Sections 1-5)

Section 1: Short Title

"Comprehensive Youth Welfare and Development Code of Pagadian City"

Section 2: Declaration of Policy

Promote physical, moral, spiritual, intellectual, and social well-being of youth (Art. II, Sec. 13, 1987 Constitution)

Section 3-4: Definition of Terms
  • Youth: Citizens 15-30 years old (RA 8044)
  • Out-of-School Youth (OSY): Youth not enrolled in formal education
  • Youth in Crisis: Drug dependents, street children, CICL

⚖️ ARTICLE II - Rights and Duties of Youth (Sections 6-7)

✅ Section 6: Rights of the Youth
  • Right to quality education (K-12, higher ed, tech-voc)
  • Right to employment and livelihood opportunities
  • Right to health services (physical, mental, reproductive)
  • Right to protection from abuse, exploitation, and discrimination
  • Right to participate in policy-making through SK
📋 Section 7: Duties of the Youth
  • Participate in nation-building and development activities
  • Respect and obey laws and ordinances
  • Protect the environment
  • Promote unity and solidarity
  • Contribute to community development

📋 ARTICLE III - Policies for the Youth (Sections 8-14)

🛡️ Sec. 8: Protection & Safety
  • Anti-drug abuse programs (RA 9165)
  • Anti-bullying policies (RA 10627)
  • Anti-hazing (RA 11053)
  • Anti-child labor (RA 9231)
  • Rehabilitation for CICL (RA 9344)
💼 Sec. 9: Labor & Employment
  • Job fairs via PESO (RA 8759)
  • Skills training programs (TESDA)
  • Career orientation seminars
  • Day-care for working youth mothers
  • OSY livelihood assistance
🏥 Sec. 10: Health Care
  • Reproductive health education
  • HIV/AIDS awareness
  • Mental health programs (RA 11036)
  • Anti-obesity campaigns
  • Health services for detainees
📚 Sec. 11: Education
  • Alternative Learning System (ALS)
  • TESDA scholarships
  • Youth sports programs
  • SPED support for PWD youth
  • Basic literacy programs
💰 Sec. 12-13: Socio-Economic Rights
  • Social welfare services for youth in crisis
  • Financial assistance for indigent youth
  • Solo parent support (RA 8972)
  • Youth housing programs
🙏 Sec. 14: Moral & Spiritual Formation
  • Values formation programs
  • Interfaith dialogue activities
  • Anti-VAWC awareness
  • Character building seminars

🏛️ ARTICLES IV-VII - Organizational Structure (Sections 15-19)

Art. IV - Youth Development Office

Established under Office of the City Mayor (Section 15)

Art. V - Youth Development Council

Policy coordination body; annual Youth Summit (Section 16-17)

Art. VI - Youth Development Center

One-stop shop for youth services (Section 18)

Art. VII - Funding

10% SK Fund for youth development programs (Section 19)

📋 ARTICLE VIII - Final Provisions (Sections 20-23)

Sec. 20: Implementing Rules

City Mayor to issue IRR within 60 days

Sec. 21: Penalty

P1,000-P5,000 fine or 6 months imprisonment

Sec. 22: Separability

Invalid provisions shall not affect others

Sec. 23: Effectivity

Upon approval and publication

🏥 HEALTH AND SANITATION CODE OF PAGADIAN CITY City Ordinance No. 2023-549 | Public Health Regulations

400+
Definitions
PD 856
Sanitation Code
RA 9003
Solid Waste
2023
Updated

⚖️ Legal Basis - Public Health & Sanitation

PD 856 - Sanitation Code of the Philippines
RA 9003 - Ecological Solid Waste Management Act
RA 8749 - Clean Air Act
RA 9275 - Clean Water Act
RA 6969 - Toxic Substances and Hazardous Waste Control Act
RA 9296 - Meat Inspection Code of the Philippines
RA 7160, Sec. 17 - LGU responsibility for health services
Supreme Court on Public Health Police Power:
"The State has the authority to enact legislation that may interfere with personal liberty or property in order to promote the general welfare. Health regulations are a valid exercise of police power."
- Ermita-Malate Hotel and Motel Operators Association v. City Mayor, G.R. No. L-24693

📜 TITLE I - General Provisions (Chapters 1-2)

Chapter 1: Title, Policy & Scope
  • Section 1: "Health and Sanitation Code of Pagadian City"
  • Section 2: Policy - Promote, preserve, maintain health of people
  • Section 3: Scope - All health-related activities in the city
Chapter 2: Definition of Terms

Over 400 comprehensive definitions covering medical, sanitation, food safety, environmental health, and regulatory terms.

💧 TITLE II - Water Supply & Sewage Disposal

Chapter 3: Water Supply (Sections 4-24)
Sec. 5: Water refilling stations must have 40-hour operator training
Sec. 8: Monthly potability testing required
Sec. 11: Deep wells must be 25m from pollution source
Sec. 15-24: Sewage/excreta disposal requirements

🍽️ TITLE III - Food, Drug & Cosmetics (Chapters 4-8)

Chapter 4: Food Establishments (Secs. 25-61)
  • Sec. 25: Annual sanitary permit required
  • Sec. 31: Health certificate for all food handlers
  • Sec. 34: No animals inside establishments
  • Sec. 35: Smoking prohibited in food areas
  • Sec. 49: Cold storage requirements
Chapter 5: Markets & Abattoirs (Secs. 62-100)
  • Sec. 62: Market zoning requirements
  • Sec. 72: Meat inspection per RA 9296
  • Sec. 79: Cold storage for meat/fish
  • Sec. 88: Garbage collection & disposal

🏥 TITLE IV - Hospitals & Health Facilities (Chapters 9-12)

Chapter 9: Hospitals
  • DOH license required
  • Infection control protocols
  • Emergency services 24/7
Chapter 10: Lying-in Clinics
  • Licensed midwife required
  • Emergency referral system
  • BEmONC capability
Chapter 11: Diagnostic Labs
  • Licensed pathologist
  • Quality assurance program
  • Biosafety protocols
Chapter 12: Pharmacies
  • Licensed pharmacist
  • Drug records maintained
  • FDA compliance

🌍 TITLE V - Environmental Sanitation (Chapters 13-20)

Ch. 13: Industrial Hygiene

Workplace safety, ventilation, occupational health

Ch. 14: Schools

Safe water, lighting (25 ft-candles), recreation

Ch. 15: Public Places

Parks, terminals, malls, theaters

Ch. 16: Vector Control

Pest management, dengue prevention

Ch. 17: Solid Waste (RA 9003)

Segregation, collection, MRFs

Ch. 18: Air Quality (RA 8749)

Emission standards, smoke-belching

👨‍⚕️ TITLES VI-VIII - Health Programs (Chapters 21-28)

Title VI: Maternal & Child Health (Ch. 21-23)
  • Prenatal care requirements
  • Facility-based delivery promotion
  • Immunization programs
  • Newborn screening compliance
Title VII: Mental Health (Ch. 24-25)
  • RA 11036 implementation
  • Mental health services access
  • Anti-stigma programs
  • Community-based treatment
Title VIII: Dental Health (Ch. 26-28)
  • School dental programs
  • Oral health education
  • Dental clinic standards

📋 Permits & Certificates (Final Provisions)

🪪 Health Certificate Requirements

Required for employees of food establishments, water refilling stations, beauty parlors, clinics, resorts, and other regulated establishments.

Tests:
Fecalysis, Sputum/X-Ray, Urinalysis
Validity:
6 months, renewed bi-annually

📋 Sanitary Permit Requirements

  • Vermin abatement program documentation
  • Sanitary permit fee receipt
  • Microbiological water examination
  • Health certificates of all employees
  • Food handler's seminar certificate

🏠 COMPLETE RENTAL GUIDE

Revenue Code 2023-537, Chapter 5 - City Charges
All Rental Fees, Rates, and Lease Terms - Complete Legal Text

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🐟 Article A - Fishery Rentals, Fees and Charges (Sections 5A.01-5A.013)

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Section 5A.01. Application or Coverage

The right to engage in fishing within the municipal waters of the City of Pagadian shall be governed by the provisions of this article in conjunction with other operative laws and regulations on municipal fisheries.

For the purpose of this Article, the term municipal waters shall include not only streams, lakes and tidal waters included within the territorial jurisdiction of the City of Pagadian, not being the subject of private ownership, and not comprised within national parks, public forests, timber lands, forest reserves, or fishery preserves, but also marine waters included between two lines drawn from points where the boundary lines of the City touch the sea at low tide.

Section 5A.04. Division and Classification of Municipal Waters

For purposes of operating fishponds, fish corrals or oyster/seaweed culture beds, or of taking or catching bangus fry or fry of other species for propagation, the municipal waters within the jurisdiction of the City of Pagadian shall be divided and classified as follows:

Zone Purpose Area (sqm) Annual Rental
Zone I Fish Corrals in the Sea (Dumagoc to SW boundary) 595,000 ₱15,000.00
Zone II Fish Corrals in the Sea (White Beach to Labangan boundary) 441,000 ₱10,000.00
Zone III Oyster/Seaweed Culture Beds 610,790 ₱5,000.00
Zone IV Oyster/Seaweed Culture Beds 506,000 ₱5,000.00
Zone V Bangus Fry Catching 621,950 ₱15,000.00
Zone VI Bangus Fry Catching 473,000 ₱10,000.00
Zone VII Government Bangus Fry Reservation Area 247,430 N/A (Reserved)
Section 5A.010. Individual License Fees (If no bidders opt to lease)

Fish Corrals in the Sea:

DepthAnnual Fee
Less than 3 meters deep₱75.00
3 meters to less than 5 meters₱100.00
5 meters to less than 8 meters₱250.00
8 meters to less than 10 meters₱400.00
10 meters to less than 15 meters₱800.00
15 meters or more₱1,000.00

Oyster Culture Beds: ₱150.00 per hectare per year

Bangus Fry Catching:

AreaAnnual Fee
Less than 1,000 sqm₱500.00
1,000 to less than 2,000 sqm₱800.00
2,000 to less than 4,000 sqm₱1,500.00
4,000 to less than 6,000 sqm₱2,200.00
6,000 to less than 8,000 sqm₱3,000.00
8,000 sqm or more₱4,000.00

Fish Corrals in Inland Fresh Waters:

AreaAnnual Fee
Less than 500 sqm₱100.00
500 to less than 1,000 sqm₱200.00
1,000 to less than 5,000 sqm₱360.00
5,000 to less than 10,000 sqm₱500.00
10,000 sqm or more₱800.00
Section 5A.05-5A.09. Exclusive Fishery Privileges

Lease Period: Grants for exclusive privilege shall be for a period not exceeding Five (5) years, subject to approval of the Secretary of Agriculture and Fisheries.

Bond Requirement: Cash bond equivalent to Two (2) years rental.

Eligibility: Citizens of the Philippines; Cooperatives, partnerships, or corporations with at least 60% Filipino-owned capital.

Source: Revenue Code 2023-537, Chapter 5, Article A (Sections 5A.01-5A.013)

🏛️ Article B - Rentals of Real Properties Owned by City Government (Sections 5B.01-5B.02)

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Section 5B.01. Imposition - Terms and Conditions

Real properties of the City Government may be leased or rented out under the following terms and conditions:

  1. Availability: Vacant lots and buildings shall be declared available for rent to all government and quasi-government offices only for a period of five (5) years or for a medium term contract and shall be renewable every year thereafter;
  2. Rental Rate Range: ₱100.00 to ₱1,000.00 per square meter per month depending upon the location and condition of the building/structure set by the PCAC and in consultation with the City Mayor;
  3. Rental Basis: "As is, where is" - any permanent improvement/installation in the premises shall be at the sole expense of the rentee/lessee;
  4. Utilities: The rentee/lessee shall pay for, and defray at its own expense, the consumption of water, electric light and other services;
  5. Annual Increase: 10% per year as stipulated in the contract;
  6. Deposit Required: 1 month rental deposit + 1 month advance payment;
  7. Approval: All lease contracts shall be subject to review and confirmation by the Sangguniang Panlungsod;
  8. Sub-lease Prohibited: The rentee/lessee shall not directly or indirectly sub-lease/rent, assign or transfer his right to a third party without expressed written consent of the City Government.
Section 5B.02. Time of Payment

The fees imposed herein shall be paid to the City Treasurer or his duly authorized representative, before the use or occupancy of the property.

Source: Revenue Code 2023-537, Chapter 5, Article B (Sections 5B.01-5B.02)

🚗 Article D - Charges for Parking (Sections 5D.01-5D.04)

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Section 5D.01. Imposition of Fee

There shall be imposed and collected fees for the use of designated City parking areas and of portions of City streets, alleys, sidewalks, or public places in accordance with the following fees:

1) Daytime Parking in Designated Parking Areas (per hour or fraction thereof):

Vehicle TypeRate per Hour
Motorcycles₱5.00
Tricycles₱10.00
Cars, Jeeps and Vans₱20.00
Delivery Trucks₱30.00

2) Agora Entrance Fee (per entry):

Vehicle TypePer EntryAnnual Pass
Motorcycles₱2.00-
Tricycles₱3.00-
Cars, Jeeps, Vans₱10.00-
Delivery Trucks₱20.00-
Stallholders-₱500.00 + sticker cost

3) Daytime Parking in Streets (per hour or fraction thereof):

Vehicle TypeRate per Hour
Cars/Jeeps₱20.00
Mini Vans/Jeepneys₱30.00
Six and Eight-Wheeler Trucks₱50.00
Ten-Wheeler Trucks/Containerized Vans or Trailers₱100.00

4) Overnight Parking in Urban Barangays (per hour or fraction thereof):

Vehicle TypeRate per Hour
Light Vehicles₱5.00
Medium Built Vehicles₱7.50
Heavy Built Vehicles₱10.00
Containerized Vans or Trailers₱30.00
Section 5D.04. Distribution of Proceeds

Each barangay assisting the City Government in ensuring compliance with parking regulations shall receive a 30% share of the fees collected from its area of jurisdiction. The remaining 70% goes to the City.

Source: Revenue Code 2023-537, Chapter 5, Article D (Sections 5D.01-5D.04)

⚱️ Article F - Cemetery Charges (Sections 5F.01-5F.02)

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Section 5F.01. Imposition of Fees

There shall be collected the following rental fees for the rental of City Cemetery lots:

  • Maximum Niche Area: 3.5 feet x 7.5 feet (26.25 sq.ft)
  • Annual Rental Rate: ₱100.00 per year for a maximum of 5 years
  • After 5 Years: Living family members who desire to continue shall pay ₱100.00 per annum thereafter
  • Excess Area: ₱2.00 per square foot for area exceeding 26.25 sq.ft
  • Permit Fee: ₱40.00
  • Initial Payment: Niche license for first 5 years shall be paid in advance plus permit fee
  • Pauper's Burial: FREE upon recommendation of the City Mayor
Section 5F.02. Time of Payment

The fees shall be paid to the City Treasurer upon application for a burial prior to the construction thereon of any structure whether permanent or temporary, or prior to the interment of the deceased. Thereafter, the fee shall be paid on or before the 20th day of January and the same shall be paid per annum and not by quarter.

Source: Revenue Code 2023-537, Chapter 5, Article F (Sections 5F.01-5F.02)

🏪 Article G - Market Fees / Agora Public Market (Sections 5G.01-5G.012)

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Section 5G.01. Definitions
  • Ambulant, Transient, or Itinerant Vendor: A vendor who does not permanently occupy a definite place in the market but who comes either daily or occasionally to sell goods.
  • Market Committee: Body that conducts drawing of lots and opening of bids for adjudication of vacant or newly constructed stalls.
  • Market Premises: Open spaces in the market compound; part of the market lot consisting of bare ground, not covered by market buildings. Buying and selling within 3 kilometers radius from the market compound are considered within market premises.
  • Market Stalls: Allotted spaces or booths in the Public Market.
  • Public Market: Any place, building or structure designated as such by the Sangguniang Panlungsod.
  • Stallholder: Awardee/occupant of a definite place, space or booth within the public market who pays rental thereon.
Section 5G.02. Market Sections

The public markets of the City of Pagadian are divided into the following sections:

  1. Fresh Fish Section
  2. Dried and Salted Fish Section
  3. Meat Section
  4. Vegetable Section
  5. Fruit Section
  6. Dry Goods Section
  7. Groceries Section
  8. Eateries and Cooked Food Section
  9. Rice and Corn and Other Cereal Section
  10. Flowers, Plants, and Garden Section
  11. Poultry Products Section
  12. Hog and Other Animal Section
  13. Cold Storage Services Section
  14. Miscellaneous Section
Section 5G.03. Imposition of Fees - STALL RENTALS

a) Newly Constructed Perimeter Building:

LocationRate
Exterior ground stalls along Pajares Avenue₱11.30/sqm/day
Exterior ground stalls along Pulmones Street₱11.90/sqm/day
Exterior ground stalls along Datoc Street₱10.60/sqm/day
Interior ground stalls (Pajares Ave & Datoc St, Tower to Tower)₱6.60/sqm/day
Interior ground stalls (Pulmones St, Pajares Ave & Datoc St)₱9.30/sqm/day
2nd Floor: Carenderia Section (Pajares Ave & Datoc St)₱1,980.00/stall/month
2nd Floor: Ocay-Ocay Section₱900.00/stall/month
2nd Floor: Cosmetics/Watch Repair/Cellphone/Goldsmith₱540.00/stall/month
Tower Portion - 2nd Floor₱6.60/sqm/day
Tower Portion - 3rd & 4th Floors₱5.30/sqm/day
2nd Floor: Dry Goods (Pulmones Street)₱5.30/sqm/day
Ground Floor: Vegetable Section₱540.00/stall/month
Ground Floor: Dried Fish Section₱540.00/stall/month
Ground Floor: Sari-sari/Cosmetics Section₱540.00/stall/month
Ground Floor: Tobacco Section₱540.00/stall/month

b) Market Complex Stalls (by Classification):

ClassRate
Class A₱6.60/sqm/day
Class B₱5.94/sqm/day
Class C₱5.28/sqm/day
Fresh Fish Section (Fixed Monthly)₱660.00/month
Meat Section (Fixed Monthly)₱880.00/month

Note: Power and water charges billed separately with monthly rental.

c) Guarantee Deposits:

ClassDeposit Amount
Class A₱7,200.00
Class B₱5,400.00
Class C₱4,200.00

d) Market Premises Occupancy:

TypeRate per sqm/day
Open Spaces₱6.60
With tables/minor/temporary constructions₱8.00
With major/semi-permanent constructions₱10.60

e) Market Entrance Fee (Transient Vendors):

Product TypeRate per kilo
Fruits₱0.60
Vegetables (Leafy)₱0.30
Vegetables (Fruit)₱0.60
Other agricultural products₱0.50
Industrial products₱0.50
Forest products₱0.50
Marine products₱0.50

f) Designated Parking Area Rental: ₱10.00 per sqm/day

Section 5G.04-5G.08. Payment and Lease Terms
  • Payment Due: First 10 days of each month
  • Lease Period: 5 years, renewable upon expiration
  • Occupancy Fee: Amount equivalent to 3 months rental (non-refundable)
  • Late Payment Surcharge: 25% of total rental due
  • Automatic Cancellation: Failure to pay for 3 consecutive months
  • Application Fee: ₱150.00
  • Sub-leasing: NOT allowed - violation causes automatic termination

Source: Revenue Code 2023-537, Chapter 5, Article G (Sections 5G.01-5G.012)

🚌 Article I - Integrated Bus Terminal Fees and Charges (Section 5I.01)

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Section 5I.01. Fees and Charges

1) PUV Parking Fees (per departure):

Vehicle TypeFee per Departure
All Public Utility Vehicles/Buses₱70.00
Public Utility Vehicles (35 passengers max capacity)₱50.00
Jeepney/Multicab (Dumalinao-Labangan-Tukuran Route)₱40.00
Multicab (balik-balik plying downtown to IBT)₱10.00
Tricycles₱10.00

2) Stall Rentals (per month):

Stall NumberMonthly Rental
Stall No. 1-20₱3,000.00
Stall No. 21₱5,000.00
Stall No. 22₱4,000.00
Stall No. 24₱5,000.00
Stall No. 28₱5,000.00
Stall No. 29 (Rural Transit Office)₱10,000.00
Stall No. 30 (Backpacker's Inn)₱7,000.00

3) Private/Government Vehicle Parking:

DurationFee
First 2 hours₱25.00
Each succeeding hour₱10.00
24-hour parking₱150.00
Single Motorcycle₱10.00

Source: Revenue Code 2023-537, Chapter 5, Article I (Section 5I.01)

🚜 Article J - Motorpool Services: Fees and Charges (Sections 5J.01-5J.03)

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Section 5J.02. Equipment Rental Fees (ACEL-based rates)
EquipmentCapacityInternal RateExternal Rate
Bulldozer D135A-2 Komatsu285 HP₱5,274.00₱7,155.00
Bulldozer D65A-8 Komatsu155 HP₱2,299.00₱2,873.00
Bulldozer PC-220 Komatsu-₱4,992.00₱6,240.63
Payloader1.5 CM₱1,733.00₱2,166.25
Road Grader G710A-₱2,173.00₱2,716.25
Road Grader with Scarifier-₱2,933.55₱3,666.94
Compactor SP56-₱1,507.00₱1,883.75
Dumptruck 10-Wheeler10.0 CM₱1,352.00₱1,690.00
Dumptruck 6-Wheeler-₱1,008.75₱1,260.93
Elf-₱375.00₱468.75
Trailer-₱4,180.00₱5,225.00
Water Truck1.0 CM₱1,065.00₱1,331.25
Transit Mixer50.0 CM₱1,279.00₱1,598.75
1-Bagger Mixer-₱172.00₱215.00
Concrete Vibrator-₱148.88₱186.10
Concrete Cutter-₱167.38₱209.22
Bar Cutter Single Phase-₱219.75₱274.69

Rates based on 1998 Association of Construction Equipment Lessors (ACEL) standards.

Source: Revenue Code 2023-537, Chapter 5, Article J (Sections 5J.01-5J.03)

🎣 Article K - Fishport Fees and Charges (Section 5K.01)

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Section 5K.01. Schedule of Fees and Charges

Subject to 10% annual increase.

a) Stall/Space Rentals:

FacilityRate
Stalls Rental₱312.50/sqm
Concession Area (variable)₱200.00/sqm
Ice Storage Space₱3,000.00/month/door

b) Berthing/Mooring Fees (per vessel per day):

Boat TypeBerthing FeeMooring Fee
Motorized Fishing Boats above 10 Tons₱625.00₱125.00
Motorized Fishing Boats 5-10 Tons₱375.00₱87.50
Motorized Fishing Boats 3-5 Tons₱187.50₱50.00
Motorized Fishing Boats below 3 Tons₱125.00₱25.00
Others₱12.50-

c) Entrance Fees:

Vehicle TypePer Entry/DayAnnual Pass
Fish Car/Cargo Truck 15 Tons and Above₱50.00₱9,000.00
Fish Car/Cargo Truck 8-14 Tons₱40.00₱7,000.00
Fish Car/Cargo Truck 3-7 Tons₱30.00₱5,000.00
Fish Car/Cargo Truck Below 3 Tons₱20.00₱3,500.00
Private Cars₱15.00₱2,000.00
Cargo/Passenger Motorized Tricycle₱5.00₱1,000.00

d) Comfort Room Fees:

Urination₱2.00
Defecation₱5.00
Bath₱10.00

e) Water Services Fee: ₱40.00 per cubic meter

Source: Revenue Code 2023-537, Chapter 5, Article K (Section 5K.01)

🌾 Article L - Farmers' Trading Center Fees and Charges (Sections 5L.01-5L.02)

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Section 5L.01. Definitions
  • Pagadian Farmers' Trading Center: Building/structure where Farmers and Traders market their farm products, usually done in wholesale basis.
  • Repacking Area: Allotted space where packing and repacking is done by the buyer.
  • Repacking Space: Subdivision or housing installation where repacking activities are done.
  • Storage Room: Allotted space for unsold farm products to be stored and sold the next day.
  • Farmers: Producers or suppliers and sellers of farm products.
  • Traders: Persons buying and selling farm products.
  • Repacker: Person/trader who buys farm products from suppliers and sells them in volume.
Section 5L.02. Rental Fees
ServiceRate
Weighing Scale Use (includes unloading/weighing/hauling)5% of prevailing price
Repacking Space Rental₱300.00/sqm/month

Storage Fees (unsold products overnight):

Product TypeRate
High Value Commercial Crops (HVCC)4% of prevailing price
Low Value Commercial Crops (LVCC)2% of prevailing price

Source: Revenue Code 2023-537, Chapter 5, Article L (Sections 5L.01-5L.02)

🏢 C3 City Commercial Center Rentals (Ordinance 2010-311)

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Stall/Kiosk Rental Rates by Floor and Class
FloorClass AClass BClass C
Ground Floor₱50/sqm/day₱45/sqm/day₱360/sqm/month
Second Floor₱40/sqm/day₱35/sqm/day₱320/sqm/month
Third Floor₱30/sqm/day₱25/sqm/day₱280/sqm/month
Fourth & Fifth Floor (Office)₱350/sqm/month
Food Court Section Rates
FloorRate
Ground Floor₱50/sqm/day
Second Floor₱45/sqm/day
Third Floor₱40/sqm/day
Additional Fees and Terms
  • CUSA (Common Utility Service Areas): ₱30/sqm/month - MANDATORY for ALL tenants
  • Annual Increase: 5% starting Year 3
  • Occupancy Fee: 3 months rental (non-refundable)
  • Security Deposit: 3 months rental (refundable) - Required for leased areas 200+ sqm
  • Pre-termination: Allowed with 3 months written notice, no penalties, full deposit refund
Stall Sale Prices (per sqm)
FloorClass AAClass AClass BClass CClass D
Basement-₱40,000₱37,000--
Ground Floor₱52,000₱49,000₱47,000₱45,000₱43,000
Second Floor-₱46,000₱44,000₱42,000-
Third Floor-₱42,000₱40,000₱38,000-

Source: City Ordinance No. 2010-311 - C3 City Commercial Center Rental Rates and Payment Schemes

⚠️ Important Notice

This Rental Guide is for reference purposes only. Rates are subject to the annual increases stipulated in each Article. For official and current rates, please inquire directly with:

  • City Treasurer's Office - for all city property and facility rentals
  • City Economic Enterprise Department (CEED) - for IBT, Fishport, and Trading Center rentals
  • Market Administration - for Agora/Public Market stall rentals
  • C3 Management - for C3 City Commercial Center rentals

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