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ORDINANCE NO. 2025-048

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ORDINANCE NO. 2025-048

AN ORDINANCE STRENGTHENING ORDINANCE NO. 2022-064, MANDATING THE UNDERGROUND CABLING OF ALL PUBLIC UTILITY WIRES AND CABLES, INCLUDING POWER LINES AND TELECOMMUNICATION NETWORK CABLES, PROVIDING FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FOR ITS COMPLIANCE, IMPOSING PENALTIES FOR NON-COMPLIANCE, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES

Author(s)/Sponsor(s): Sponsors: Hon. Jessie R. Albeus, Hon. Melvin Ramon G. Buenafe
Date Enacted: June 24, 2025
Summary/Additional Info:

  • Requires underground transfer of wires (power, telecom, TV/cable) in declared priority zones; bans new poles and overhead wires in those areas.
  • Sets transitory timelines:
    • Power providers: based on a joint feasibility study and approval.
    • Telecom/TV/cable: within 6 months of conduit completion or area declaration.
  • Establishes priority areas: Centro Naga, CBDs I & II, Magsaysay District, Diversion Area, Panganiban–Del Rosario corridor.
  • Defines clear penalties (₱3,000–₱5,000 fines, permit revocations) and accountability of utility officials.
  • Renames and empowers the Underground Cabling Task Force to enforce rules, approve underground works, and file legal action.
  • Allows emergency repair exceptions if reported and inspected post-repair.
  • Amends relevant sections of Ordinance No. 2022-064 and takes effect upon publication.

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