DENR ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER NO. 2009-09, August 20, 2009
STANDARD DESIGN AND SPECIFICATION OF SIGNS, BUILDINGS, FACILITIES AND OTHER INFRASTRUCTURE THAT MAY BE INSTALLED AND/OR CONSTRUCTED WITHIN PROTECTED AREAS
otherwise known as the NIPAS Act of 1992 and its Implementing Rules and
Regulations, and Executive Order No. 111, “Establishing the Guidelines
for Ecotourism Development in the Philippines,” and all other
laws/decrees, and to provide guidelines on the design and specification
of signs, buildings, facilities, and other infrastructure within
protected areas, this Order is hereby promulgated for the guidance of
all concerned.
SECTION 1. Objectives. This Order shall have the following objectives:
1. To establish uniform signs for protected areas, including
appropriate and distinctive symbols for each category in consultation
with other concerned agencies;2. To provide the designs and specifications including the
materials to be used for buildings, facilities and any infrastructure
within protected areas;3. To set standards for the planning of ecotourism facilities
within buffer zone and multiple use zone of a protected area and other
ecotourism areas; and4. To enhance visitor management program for ecotourism and conservation purposes.
SECTION 2. Scope and Coverage. This Order shall apply to all
signs, buildings, facilities and any infrastructure that may be
installed or constructed within multiple-use zone and buffer zone of a
protected area and other ecotourism areas.
The following are the different signs and infrastructure that may be allowed within the protected area;
2.1 Signs
a. administrative sign – includes the construction of a protected
area information board, boundary markers and signs for facilitiesb. directional sign – to be installed in strategic places
c. interpretive sign – the use of different signs such as drawings
of species, unique natural features should be in accordance with
international or national standards. The use of local dialect as a
sub-interpretation may be allowed.d. restrictive sign – should be visible in areas highly for protection and conservation particularly in strict protection zone.
2.2 Infrastructure/Facility
a. Protected Area Information Center
b. Entrance/Exit Gates
c. Ticket Booth
d. Guard Station
e. View Deck
f. Board walk
g. Lodging Facility/Cottage
h. Toilets
i. Parking Area
j. Trails
k. Camping Facilities
l. Materials Recovery Facility
m. Water pumps/catchment/facility
SECTION 3. Definition of Terms. For the purpose of this Order, the following terms shall be defined as follows:
3.1 Administrative sign – a sign inscribed with the information on the protected area, its boundaries and facilities
3.2 Built-up trail – a type of route or walkway with improvement
3.3 Directional sign – a sign inscribed with the symbols showing
the location and direction of the different facilities and important
featured sites in a protected area.3.4 Façade – the front or any side of the building facing a public way or space
3.5 Facilities – man-made structures provided for in the operation
of protected area; includes trails, camp grounds, provision for water
supply, garbage disposal, fences, signs and the like3.6 Foot trail – a beaten path formed through time by use of pedestrians
3.7 Infrastructure – vertical or horizontal structures designed and
constructed using specified materials with a certain purpose and
lifespan3.8 Interpretive sign – a sign in a written, visual or interactive
way which relates a story or a message to improve the visitors’
understanding and appreciation of the features of a particular area.3.9 Landscaping – refers to any activity that modifies the visible
features of an area of land for aesthetic or practical purposes3.10 Marker – a sign used to indicate a location, boundary or distance
3.11 Protected Area Information Board – an administrative sign near
the gate, containing the name and other pertinent information on a
protected area.3.12 Restrictive sign – a sign inscribed with symbols for limiting
the activities or access of visitors in a protected area or some places
within it3.13 Sally port – a pole or barrier installed at the gate that can
be raised or lowered with the use of chains or rope to control the entry
and exit of vehicles to and from the protected area3.14 Sign – any letter, word, numerical or pictorial presentation,
illustration, decoration, emblem, device, symbol or trademark, flag,
banner or any other figure of similar character that is attached to,
painted on or in any manner represented on a building or structure, used
to announce, direct attention to or advertise, and is visible to the
public.
SECTION 4. Procedures for the Establishment of Uniform Signs
4.1 General Considerations – In establishing uniform signs for protected areas, the following should be considered:
4.1.1 It should follow the standards of design,
construction/installation and maintenance in the interest of public
safety, convenience and good viewing such as those provided under Annex A[*] of this Order;4.1.2 There should be harmonious and aesthetic relationship of all units;
4.1.3 The message should be limited to 10 items of information,
especially on administrative, directional and restrictive signs.
4.2 Specification and Requirement for the Installations of Signs.
The following are the prescribed specification and requirement for the
installation of different signs within the protected area.
4.2.1. Administrative Signs
a. Protected Area Information Board: (Annex A[*])
(i) The Protected Area Information Board should contain the name
of the protected area printed in white capital letters. The legal basis
for its establishment, area, elevation, municipalities and province/s
covered should be in yellow paint. The name of the managing agency
should be in white font with logo in white silhouette. These should be
printed in Arial font with a reading distance of least 30.00 meters.(ii) Design should be a rectangular panel or board (portrait)
with a standard size of 1.20 m x 2.40 m at the maximum using any
durable, long-lasting material such as concrete, metal, wood, polyvinyl
chloride, etc.(iii) To enhance its appearance, the sign should be painted green
with a yellow band measuring 12.50 cm painted at the topmost portion of
the panel or board.(iv) The minimum vertical clearance should be 1.80 m if it is hang from a support.
b. Boundary Markers. Boundary markers can be monuments, buoys and
markings (i.e., historical tree, big rocks/stones), installed or painted
for protected area and buffer zone boundaries.(i) Description of monument and establishment procedures:
The monument shall have a minimum dimension of 15.00 cm x 15.00
cm x 60.00 cm. The materials to be used should be Class A (1:2:4)
concrete, longitudinally reinforced with single 10.00 mm diameter
standard deformed steel bar, properly embedded on the center (o.c.). The
boundary markers for protected areas should have the letter “ PA” or
“BZ” in the case of buffer zones. The letters should be 5.00 cm high in
Arial font and shall be engraved on the top of the said monument. A
1.00 cm diameter “point” (.) at the center of the top
of the marker shall be engraved. Said markers should be installed
vertically and as accurately as possible where the corner points of the
protected area are located on the ground. The buried length is 45.00 cm
and the exposed length is 15.00 cm.(ii) Description of buoys and establishment procedures:
If the corner points are located on the sea or any water body,
the use of red buoys with 30.48 cm minimum diameter can be used provided
that the letters “PA” or “BZ” (5.00 cm high, Arial font) are engraved
on a metal plate resistant to sea water firmly attached at the top. The
said buoys should be properly chained and anchored, however, damage to
underwater resources such as corals, seagrass, and the like should be
avoided. The geographic coordinates of each corner marked by buoy should
be recorded.(iii) Description and procedures for alternative markers:
If corner points are located in spots where the use of concrete
monument is not applicable, permanent features on the grounds such as
boulders or rock surface can be marked with letter “ PA” or “BZ” as the
case may be (5.00 cm high, Arial font) using red paint in at least three
(3) coatings. Moreover, a 15.00 cm x 15.00 cm square box (enclosing the
said letters) and a “point” (.) at the center should be marked using the same paint and coatings. The geographic coordinates of each corner should be recorded.c. Administrative Signs for Facilities. The standard size of the
board or panel should be 0.40 m x 0.60 m at the minimum. The board or
panel should be painted green, with yellow band measuring 10.00 cm
painted at the topmost portion of the board or panel. The name of the
protected area should be written in black on the yellow band. The name
of the facility should be printed in yellow capital letters in the green
field of the board or panel. The letters should be in Arial font with a
reading distance of at least 30.00 m. The name of the managing agency
(white font) with logo in white silhouette should be placed at the
bottom. The board should be mounted vertically with a minimum clearance
of 1.00 m.
4.2.2 Directional Signs
The standard size of the board or panel is 0.40 m x 0.60 m at the
minimum. The board or panel should be painted green, with yellow band
measuring 10.00 cm painted at the topmost portion of the board or panel.
The name of the protected area should be written in black on the yellow
band. The name of the facility, and natural features and distance in
meter should be printed in yellow capital letter in the green field of
the board or panel. The letters should be Arial font with a reading
distance of at least 30.00 m. The name of the managing agency and arrow
sign should be white font. The logo in white silhouette should be placed
at the bottom. The board should be mounted vertically with a minimum
clearance of 1.00 m.
4.2.3 Interpretive Signs
The standard size of the board or panel is 0.40 m x 0.60 m at the
minimum. The board or panel should be painted green, with yellow band
measuring 10.0 cm painted at the topmost portion of the board or panel.
The name of the protected area should be written in black on the yellow
band. The message should be printed in yellow capital letters in the
green field of the board or panel. The letters should be in Arial font
with a reading distance of at least 30.00 m. Illustrations like sketch
maps, drawings of species, unique natural features, international
symbols and signs for recreational areas and activities should also be
included. The name of the managing agency (white font) with logo in
white silhouette should be placed at the bottom. The board should be
mounted vertically with a minimum clearance of 1.00 m.
4.2.4 Restrictive Signs
The standard size of the board or panel is 0.40 m x 0.60 m at the
minimum. The board or panel should be painted green, with yellow band
measuring 10.00 cm painted at the topmost portion of the board or panel.
The name of the protected area should be written in black on the yellow
band. The park regulations should be printed in yellow capital letters
in the green field of the board or panel. The letters should be in Arial
font with a reading distance of at least 30.00 m. The restrictive or
warning symbols should be in black and white with “red slash”. The name
of the managing agency (white font) with logo in white silhouette should
be placed at the bottom. The board should be mounted vertically with a
minimum clearance of 1.00 m.
In case of horizontal panel/showcase/platform, it should be installed 1.0 m above the ground.
SECTION 5. Design and Specification of Buildings, Facilities and Other Infrastructure
5.1 General Considerations. In designing and
constructing any infrastructure for protected areas and other ecotourism
areas, the following should be considered.
5.1.1 Infrastructure should comply with the following laws: P.D.
1096, the National Building Code of the Philippines, P.D.1586, “The
Philippine Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) System Law”, BP 344 “An
Act to Enhance the Mobility of Disabled Persons by Requiring Certain
Buildings, Institutions, Establishments and Public Utilities to Install
Facilities and Other Devices,” R.A. 7277, “Magna Carta for Disabled
Persons,” R.A. 386 “New Civil Code of the Philippines” and other
applicable provisions of existing laws and local ordinances, including
existing Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) if any5.1.2 Design Requirements
(i) In designing facilities and infrastructure consider minimal cost for operation and maintenance.
(ii) Any Infrastructure must integrate harmoniously with the
natural and cultural environment. The natural contour of the landscape
should not be significantly altered in the design of any infrastructure.(iii) Flooring of vertical infrastructure shall be of suspended
type and style, elevated by at least 1.00 m from the ground, for flat
areas. The flooring shall adjust to the contour in the case of sloping
ground. There shall be no alteration of ground contour to accommodate
floors of structures on sloping ground.(iv) The façade should blend with the surrounding area to
complement the natural landscape. The emphasis on the design is that the
structure should harmonize with the area and its cultural resources in
proportion, color and texture.(v) Architectural design should blend with the surroundings. It should adapt to the specific site and conditions.
(vi) Color used on exterior of the structures and facilities
should blend, not contrast with the colors of the natural environment.(vii) Major facilities should be placed only in appropriate
management areas prescribed by the management plan and after
consideration of carrying capacities.(viii) The main characteristics of the landscape (site
topography) should be recorded. The nature of site boundaries with the
characteristics of adjoining development will determine the points of
access to the site and will influence the road planning and laying out
of infrastructure within the site. They will also determine the degree
to which the site can be linked to or separated from adjoining
development.(ix) Any infrastructure should follow the policies on easements,
i.e. they should be at least 40.00 m away from the highest high water
mark; 20.00 m. from the edge of the riverbank or 3.00 from the edge of
any existing creek.5.1.3 Construction and Installation
(i) Construction of high structures should be avoided. The
maximum height of any building or structure shall be 10.00 m from the
Natural Ground Line (NGL) to the roof top or highest part of the
building/structure. Said structure should not interfere with the profile
of the landscape.(ii) Construction processes should combine traditional and modern technologies.
(iii) Excavation of septic tank, foundation/footings, compost pit
and the like shall be limited to a maximum depth of 3.00 m below NGL.(iv) New construction should, as much as practicable, take place
in areas where infrastructure already exist or previously existed or in
areas with degraded vegetation to avoid opening up of new spaces.(v) The materials to be used should be indigenous, durable and
fire resistant, however, concrete with simulated finish and steel
reinforcement shall be considered when necessary.
5.2 Specific Considerations. Basic facilities within
protected areas are constructed to meet the needs of visitors but with
minimum negative environmental impact. These structures should be
designed in such a way that they are environmentally sensitive,
practical and sustainable.
In the specification and classification of structures, the following shall be considered:
5.2.1 Protected Area Information Center. The
Protected Area Information Center shall be used as the Office of the
Protected Area Superintendent (PASU) and Staff. It should have ample
space for the following:(i) Office for PASU and Staff
(ii) Reception area
(iii) Display/exhibit area
(iv) Audio-visual room (optional)
(v) Utility area (laundry, kitchen, toilet and bath)
(vi) Sanitary systemSpecification:
– Location. The Protected Area Information
Center should be constructed at a strategic point within the multiple
use zone of the protected area, preferably near the main access points
for easy reach of visitors and clients.– Size/Space. The area of the building shall
depend on its intended use and the number of the expected occupants. An
ideal office floor area is 2.70 sq m (1.50 m x 1.80m) per staff. The
size of the other rooms could be adjusted according to its use.– Classification. Vertical structure
5.2.2 Entrance/Exit Gates. There should be
provision of entrance/exit gates to control the vehicles and
pedestrians. Sally ports could also be provided for the gates. Security
lighting should be provided if electric power is available.Specification:
– Location. The entrance/exit gate should be located preferably at the boundary line of the protected area.
– Size/Space. The width of the entrance gate
should be at least eight (8.00) m for two-way traffic. However, if the
ticket booth would be placed in the middle of the entrance gate, the
width of each lane should be 4.00 m at the minimum. If an arch would be
constructed it should have a vertical clearance of 4.00m to 6.00 m.– Classification. Vertical structure
5.2.3 Ticket Booth. The ticket booth is for the
issuance of tickets to and, if necessary, collection of identification
papers from incoming protected area visitors, as well as collection of
ticket stubs and return of identification papers to outgoing protected
area visitors and clients.Specification:
– Location. It should be placed along the
entrance gate of the protected area after the guard station or in the
middle of the entrance gate where incoming and outgoing visitors and
vehicles can be easily monitored.– Size/Space. A floor space of at least 2.70 sq m
should be allocated for each ticket booth occupant plus additional
space for cabinets, safe deposits boxes and lockers for the ticket
collectors. The booth should be well illuminated and ventilated. Toilet
facilities should also be provided.– Classification. Vertical structure
5.2.4 Guard Station. The guard station serves as
an observation post for security guards for incoming and outgoing
protected area visitors. This should be properly lighted.Specification:
– Location. The location of the guard station
should be at a point where the guard can control entry and exit of
pedestrians and vehicles, preferably at the entrance gate before the
ticket booth.– Size/Space. The size would depend on the number of expected guard/s on duty; allocating 1.50 m x 2.00 m per occupant
– Classification. Vertical structure
5.2.5 View deck. A view deck maybe constructed to afford the protected area visitor a better view of a subject area or attraction.
Specification:
– Location. For protected areas with plain or
flat terrain, the elevated or “tower” type view deck may be considered.
For protected areas with hilly topography, the “veranda” type view deck
is suggested so as not to alter the natural profile of the area.– Size/Space. The recommended size of a “tower”
or “veranda” type view deck will depend on the carrying capacity of the
area; however, it should not be so big or too imposing as to attract
attention to itself.– Classification. Vertical structure
5.2.6 Boardwalk. A boardwalk is a facility with an
elevated path for pedestrian that run along or across a wetland, or an
ecologically sensitive or delicate area. A boardwalk is essential for
minimizing impact of protected area usage on the plants, animals or
other ecologically sensitive resources.Considerations in the construction of boardwalk:
– It should be above the highest high water level during high tide or flood period.
– Wave action (this depends on the fetch or length of water over
which the wind acts) and storm surge should also be considered
especially if it occurs during the highest tide.– For caves which have been classified as Class 2 and 3 (Refer
to DENR MC 2007-04 on Procedure in Cave Classification), it should be
located where construction will not damage the stalagmites,
stalactites or other cave resources.Specification:
– Location. Boardwalks are usually constructed in wetlands, beaches and over other ecologically sensitive environment.
– Size/Space: The cross-section of each plank
should be 50.8 mm x 152.4 mm (2 inches x 6 inches) using treated good
lumber with a length of 1.50 m.– Classification. Vertical structure
5.2.7 Lodging Facility/Cottage. Lodging facilities
or cottages are structures that are rented out to guest and visitors
for overnight or extended stay within the protected area. The bed rooms
could be for single or double occupancy or even multiple occupancy or
dormitory type facilities. It should have provision for utility area
either built-in for cottage type or detached for dormitory type.Specification:
– Location. This should be placed at strategic
locations but not in ecologically sensitive areas, accessible to
protected area visitors via motor or animal-drawn vehicles or even on
foot. It should have access to water and other basic utilities Access to
electric supply is optional.– Size/Space. Minimum sizes of rooms and their least horizontal dimensions should be as follows:
For a plain cottage:
– The living room should have a minimum area of 6.00 sq m.
– Bedroom. There should be one (1) room for men and one (1) room
for women, with a minimum area of 6.00 sq m per bedroom. A bath and
toilet should have minimum area of 1.20 sq m.
– Dining area and kitchen should have a minimum area of 3.00 sq m.For Dormitory Type (10-20 beds):
– The living room, common for both men and women should have a minimum area of 18.00 sq m.
– Bedroom. There should be one (1) room for men and one (1) room
for women with a space allocation of 2.00 sq m per bed.
– Toilet. There should be one (1) urinal, one (1) toilet bowl,
one (1) lavatory and one shower separate from toilet bowl (optional) for
every (5) men; and one (1) unit of toilet bowl, one (1) lavatory and
one (1) shower separate from toilet bowl (optional) for every three (3)
women.
– Dining area should be 1.5 sq m per person.
– Other rooms may be provided subject to the actual requirements as determined by the designer.– Classification. Vertical structure
5.2.8 Toilets. The toilets should be with good
water supply, illumination and ventilation. Sanitary system with
two-chamber septic tank should be provided for cottages or lodging
facilities that are not located in coastal areas. Cottages or lodging
facilities located in coastal areas should be provided with three
(3)-chamber septic tank.Specification:
– Location. The toilet must be installed at
strategic places within the protected area and accessible to persons
with disability and should provide the comfort required by visitors.– Space/Size. For a one (1) unit toilet, the
minimum size is 2.00 m x 2.00 m. There should also be two (2) toilet
bowls and one (1) lavatory for women’s rooms; and one (1) toilet bowl,
one (1) lavatory and one (1) urinal for the men’s room. For differently-abled persons, wall mounted handrails (50.8 mm diameter
stainless) should be installed. Toilet units can be constructed in
proportion to the number of expected visitors.– Classification. Vertical structure
5.2.8 Parking Area. The parking area is an allocated space intended for vehicles and other mode of transportation.
Specification:
– Location. Parking spaces should be allocated
near the entrance gate or provided as adjunct to lodging facilities.
Parking areas can be designated in other locations depending on the size
of the protected area and if vehicles would be allowed inside.– Size/Space. The regular space per parking slot
is 3.20 m x 6.50 m and 3.70 m x 5.00 m for differently-abled persons.
For bus and trailer-van, 4.0m x 15.0 m should be allotted. The overall
length, width, height and minimum turning radius of the vehicle(s)
should be considered.– Classification. Horizontal structure.
5.2.8 Trails. Trails should be designed for safe
and convenient access, and as a means for environmental and cultural
interpretation aside from other recreational purposes. It also directs
foot traffic over a designated route away from ecologically sensitive
areas.The trail can be foot or a built-up trail. In areas where trails
are present, it shall be maintained to avoid creating new trails.
Introduce built-up trails for areas where there are heavy flow of
visitors or heavy traffic.The following factors should be considered in the establishment of trails:
– Attractions (views, wildlife observation, etc.) and sensitivity (least impact) should be the primary determining factors.
– It should also be offered for differing levels of physical ability, wherever possible.
– It should incorporate erosion and flood control in the design.
Specification:
– Location: The trails should preferably pass through natural places of attraction.
– Size/Space: Trails (both foot trail and built-up)should at the maximum be 1.50 m, wide enough for two people to walk abreast
– Classification: Horizontal structure
5.2.10 Camping Area. Camping area should be provided where there are no lodging facilities or as an alternative for such facilities.
Some considerations in establishing camping area
– The area should be away from natural drainage system and not flood prone.
– It should be near or adjacent to toilet, laundry and kitchen facilities.
Specification:
– Location: variable depending on the other considerations
– Size/Space: Variable depending on the need
– Classification: Horizontal Structure
5.2.11 Landscaping. Landscaping enhances the appearance of facilities and infrastructure as well as soften the overall impact of development.
Some considerations in landscaping
– The use of native perennial species of evergreen trees and
shrubs and that can be more attractive and functional with age should be
considered.– Nursery should be provided to sustain the source of planting materials.
– The use of waste water from shower drainage and kitchen sinks
should be considered for watering plants. This way, water is recycled
and conserved.Specification:
– Location: Where there is development
– Size/Space: Subject to site assessment or evaluation
– Classification: Horizontal structure
5.2.12 Solid Waste Management. Solid waste
management should be practiced to ensure the protection of the health of
protected area visitors as well as the sanitation of the site. Possible
options include provision of solid waste containers, Material Recovery
Facility (MRF) for temporary storage of recyclable materials, and
compost pit for biodegradable wastes.(i) Solid Waste Containers. Solid waste containers (garbage
receptacles) with cover should be placed where people pass through.
These should be properly marked or identified as “biodegradable” (all
capital letters in green), and “non- biodegradable” (all capital letters
in black). Garbage from the containers must be regularly collected for
recycling or composting of biodegradable.(ii) Material Recovery Facility (MRF) should be installed depending
on the threshold or volume of waste generated. It should be fenced and
roofed with compartment for recyclable segregated materials.(iii) Compost pit should be fenced and provided with cover.
(iv) Transfer or delivery of non-biodegradable to a properly
managed site outside the protected area shall be arranged with the
concerned local government unit.Specification:
– Location: The MRF and the composting
facilities should be located in areas not prone to flooding, far from
water supply to prevent its contamination, and should be kept in such a
way that it will not create an eye-sore.– Size/Space: The size of MRF should depend on
the volume of wastes generated inside the park; the diameter of compost
pit should not be more than 2 meters; depth will depend on the volume of
waste generated.– Classification: Vertical Structure
5.2.13 Energy Conservation System. The design of any infrastructure in protected areas should consider the following energy conservation measures:
– Low energy consumption technologies for lighting (e.g. compact
fluorescent lamps, smart light bulbs with time switches) should be used.– Fossil fuel-powered generators should be considered as back-up only.
– Solar energy and/or biogas should be considered as source of energy.
– The potential for passive ventilation and natural lighting
(skylight) should be maximized to avoid the need for air conditioning
and excessive artificial lighting.Specification:
– Location: Major facilities e.g. administrative building
– Size/Space: Depending on the floor area of the building
– Classification: Horizontal Structure
5.2.14 Water Supply System. Water supply system should be provided, for general use and for drinking.
Some design considerations:
– Location of the water source and its proximity to the facilities should be considered.
– Water sources can be surface (lakes and rivers), ground (aquifer) or rainwater.
– Water extraction will depend on the depth of aquifer.
– The available water supply is important. Some water sources are permanent while others are intermittent.
– The average water consumption per person per day is 52 liters.
Given this data, the volume of water supply needed by current and future
users can be determined. In case of limited supply, a provision for
water storage facility should be considered.
– Other considerations as required by local water utility companies.As much as practicable, the natural sources of water such as
springs should be tapped for washing and general use. Other alternative
sources of water are rainwater catchment and the installation of
mechanical pump.Specification:
– Location: Water system should be provided in the basic facilities to provide water for washing/drinking.
– Size/Space: For mechanical pump, ordinary size (e.g. artesian wells) should be mounted on a concrete slab 1.00m x 1.00 in size as flooring.
– Classification: Horizontal Structure
SECTION 6. Monitoring. The PASU, shall conduct
periodic monitoring and evaluation in coordination with the CENRO, and
concerned stakeholders, and shall submit reports to the Office of the
RED for proper action. The Protected Areas and Wildlife Bureau shall
establish the monitoring parameters.
SECTION 7. Transitory Provision. Existing and on-going
installation of approved infrastructure and signs shall be maintained.
However, any repair or renovation of structures, facilities and signs
that are existing prior to the issuance of this guideline shall comply
with the standard design and specification as stipulated in this Order.
SECTION 8. Penalties. Non-compliance with any of the
provision of this Order shall be penalized in accordance with existing
laws, rules and regulations.
SECTION 9. Separability Clause. The provisions of this Order
are hereby declared separable, and in the event that the said provision
or any part thereof are declared invalid, the validity of all other
provisions shall not be affected thereby.
SECTION 10. Repealing Clause. All existing rules and
regulations issued which are inconsistent with the provisions of this
Order are hereby repealed and superseded accordingly.
SECTION 11. Effectivity. This Order takes effect fifteen
(15) days after publication in a newspaper of general circulation and
upon acknowledgement of a copy by the Office of the National
Administrative Register (ONAR).
Adopted: 20 Aug. 2009
(SGD). JOSE L. ATIENZA, JR.
Secretary
[*] Text Available at Office of the National Administrative Register, U.P. Law Complex, Diliman, Quezon City.