Ordinance No. 2015 01

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"~~'Q. City of Iriga
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EXCERPTS FROM THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE

SANGGUNIANG PANLUNGSOD OF IRIGA CITY HELD ON MONDAY,
FEBRUARY 16, 2015 AT THE CITY SESSION HALL, 2/F, NEW CITY HALL,
STA. CRUZ SUR, IRIGA CITY.
PRESENT: HON. OMAR ERASMO G. AMPONGAN - City Vice-Mayor & Presiding Officer
HON. SANTOS A. AUDAL, JR.
HON. FATIMA B. TINO
HON. SOFRONIO SONNY B. MAGISTRADO
HON. FERNANDO S. BERINA, JR.
HON. DANTE C. OLIVA
HON. JESSIE S. ABONITE
HON. JOSE LL. GRIMALDO
HON. MANVIR B. IGNAO
HON. BENJAMIN P. EPRES
HON. VICENTE M. LAGATIC
Ex- Officio Member (ABC President)
ABSENT: HON. CHRISTIAN EMMANUEL T. ALFELOR
ORDINANCE NO. 2015-01
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE IRIGA CITY TOURISM CODE WHICH

PROVIDES FOR THE MANAGEMENT, PROMOTION AND ADVANCEMENT OF
THE IRIGA CITY TOURISM INDUSTRY, AND SHALL BE KNOWN AS "THE
TOURISM CODE OF IRIGA".
Author: Hon. Sofronio Sonny B. Magistrado
WHEREAS, Republic Act No. 9593 recognizes that tourism is an

indispensable element of national economy and an industry of national interest and
importance, which must be harnessed as an engine of socio-economic gro\Nth and
cultural affirmation to generate investment, foreign exchange and employment, and
to continue to mold an enhanced sense of national pride for all Filipinos;
WHEREAS, Iriga City located in spectacular setting, is endowed with natural

blessing possesses an enormous tourism potential which if tapped and developed, /
could generate revenue for local businesses, create jobs, and improve basic
services to the community;
WHEREAS, the adoption of a tourism code, a blue print of progress and

development for the city tourism, paves the way for the realization of our
community's aspiration to become the city with Crystal Clear Springs and a
premiere agro-ecotourism center in the Philippines;
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NOW, THEREFORE, on motion of Hon. Sofronio Sonny B. Magistrado,

jointly seconded by all the Honorable Members present, be it _
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"Tourism Code of Iriga"
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RESOLVED, AS IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, by the City Council in session

assembled to enact the following ordinance:
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING 'T~E IRIGA CITY TOURISM CODe W~IC~

PROVIDES FOR THE MANAGEMENT, PROMOTION, AND ADVANCEMENT OF
THE IRIGA CITY TOURISM INDUSTRY, AND SHALL BE KNOWN AS "THE
TOURISM CODE OF IRIGA".
ARTICLE I
GENERAL PROVISIONS
Section 1. Title. - This ordinance shall be known as the "Tourism Code of

Iriga".
Section 2. Declaration of Policy. - It is hereby declared the policy of the

City to pursue the sustainable development of Iriga City as serene tourist haven,
and for this purpose:
a. Conserve the natural environment including its biodiversity;

b. Respect the cultural sensibilities and rights of host communities
and the adoption of Global Code of Ethics for Tourism:
c. Safeguard and preserve the integrity of cultural heritage, historical
sites and natural endowments;
d. Educate all stakeholders, community and tourists on the principles
of responsible and sustainable tourism;
e. Alleviate poverty by ensuring the "trickle down" effect of tourism
benefits to communities;
f. Improve quality of services to be globally competitive;
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g. Support sustainable tourism development plans;
h. Encourage active involvement and participation of communities in
tourism development;
I. Ensure that all tourism activities, plans, etc. should reflect the
positive Filipino values especially the twelve core values of Iriga as
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j. Identify, develop and promote existing and potential tourism areas

and tourism enterprise zones;
k. Institutionalize and advocate a responsible culture of tourism;
I. Promote teamwork and cooperation among stakeholders to attain
common goals and objectives for the common good;
m. Encourage, promote and link community-based tourism support
industries to the tourism mainstream;
n. Strengthen and support the capability of the city tourism front liners
as well as the barangay local government units in mandated
tourism functions:
o. Provide incentives and recognition to private initiatives in the
establishment and development of tourism-related programs,
projects, activities/events, and investments; and,
p. Develop and translate into the tourism industry highly
professionalized and trained human resource components through
the concerted efforts and cooperation of both public and private ;/'
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Section 3. Operating Principles - The formulation and implementation of

policies, rules, regulations, instructions, and directives on tourism shall be guided by
circumscribed within, the following operating principles:
a. As a steward of the city's environment and natural resources, it is

our responsibility that all development plans should strictly adhere
to existing environmental laws and ordinances to ensure its
sustainability for succeeding generations to enjoy;
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c. Respect for human rights is a cornerstone for sustainable tourism
development, particularly individual rights of the most vulnerable
groups, notably children, the elderly, the handicapped, ethnic
minorities and indigenous people as well;
d. Marketing of tourism products and services should be as truthful
and honest in all dealings with the traveller;
e. Tourism should strive to continually improve products and services
to match specific target needs;
f. The City and barangay local government units shall take major
responsibility in partnership and cooperation with concerned
government entities and the private sector for the improvement,
security, administration and management of tourism destinations;
g. All sectors specifically the academe should work to enhance the
skill and capabilities of local human resources in response to the
needs of tourism industry;
h. Iriga City government shall enjoy its inherent autonomy in
innovating and implementing tourism programs, projects and
activities. LGU and 8arangays shall be entitled to fair and
equitable allocation of resources in project implementation support;
i. For effective and highly coordinated approach to tourism
development and promotion, all tourism-related endeavours,
programs and projects shall be aligned with the thrusts and
directions of the City Tourism Plan, Provincial and Regional
Tourism Master Plan, and that of the Department of Tourism;
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unit shall be harmonized and reconciled to give effect to the

program thrusts of the tourism industry; and,
k. Adoption of internationally recognized best practices acts relative
to stewardship of natural resources.
ARTICLE II
COVERAGE, SCOPE, DEFINITION OF TERMS
Section 4. Coverage. - This code shall govern all tourism-related matters

within the territorial jurisdiction of Iriga City.
Section 5. Scope. - This ordinance shall outline the over-all tourism. f"""
operations and management in Iriga City including parks and tou~ists ar~a.s: It
includes the creation and development of a team to handle tourism activities, _/"
projects and events, as well as the promotional program of Iriga City. T.his
ordinance shall likewise provide for the accreditation and regulation of the operation
of tourism oriented establishments.
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In accordance with the local conditions and peculiarities obtaining the

provisions of Executive Order No. 120 in relation to Republic Act No. 7160,
otherwise known as The Local Government Code of 1991 on the devolution of the
DOT's Regulatory Functions Over Tourist, as well as other relevant and applicable
laws, rules and regulations issued by the national government and the Department
of Tourism shall guide this Code.
Section 6. Definition of Terms. - In addition to the terms and phrases duly

defined by the Department of Tourism in its several issuances of rules· and
regulations governing the accreditation of specific tourism establishments and
facilities, which definitions are hereby adopted, the following are given their
meaning in this Ordinance:
a. Accreditation - a certification issued by the appropriate

government agency that the holder is recognized as having
complied with the minimum standards required by the Council and
the Department of Tourism in the operation of establishments and
facilities concerned.
b. Capital Resources - refer to availability of capital/financing,
transportation, roads, airports, railroads, harbours and marinas,
trails and walkways, water, power, waste. treatment and
communications.
c. Cultural Resources - this includes historic buildings, sites,
monuments, shrines, cuisine, ethnic cultures, industry,
government, religion, anthropological resources and local
celebrities.
d. Foreign Visitors - refer to all passengers using foreign passports.
e. Human Resource Infrastructures - these include the warm
bodies in the tourism industry - the people operating the various
establishments and facilities, the local population whose lives are
intertwined with the development of tourism sites in their areas; the
tourists whose quality of lives are enriched and enhance by the
beauty, the history and the culture of their destinations.
f. Human Resources - include hospitality skills, management skills,
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lawyers to researchers, and local populations. .
g. Law and Regulatory Infrastructure - this component refers to
the rules of order necessary to manage and control the tourism
industry. These are put in place to protect the industry and the
peop1e who are the very reason for the industry - the tourists, the
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service and amenity providers, and the local population. With laws
and regulatory measures, the relationships of tourists and their
hosts thus become more harmonious and fulfilling.
h. Natural Resources - these refer to climate-seasons, water
resources (lakes, streams, waterfalls), flora (forests, flowers,
shrubs, wild edibles), fauna (fish & wildlife), geological resources .
(topography, soils, sand dunes, beaches, caves, rocks and
minerals, fossils) and scenery.
i. Physical Infrastructures - shall include, but not limited to, r~.~ds, ':
bridges, administration buildings, toilets and comfort room fa~llItI~s,
parking areas, rest areas, forest tracks, wa~~~ays, ~Iewlng
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liquid waste facilities, security and service facilities, and

communication centers.
J. Potential Tourist Properties - these refer to site and attractions
not yet developed including but not limited to, lakes, waterfalls,
volcanic hot springs, caves and rainforests.
k. Protected Landscapes/Seascapes - are areas of national
significance which are characterized by the harmonious interaction
of man and land while providing opportunities for public enjoyment
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I. Republic Act No. 9593 - An Act declaring national policy for
tourism as an engine of investment, employment, growth and
national development, and strengthening the Department of
Tourism and the attached agencies to effectively and efficiently
implement that policy, and appropriating funds therefor, also
known as the "Tourism Act of 2009".
m. Sustainable Tourism Development means tourism
development that leads to management of all resources in such a
way that economic, social, and aesthetic needs can be fulfilled;
while maintaining cultural integrity, essential ecological processes,
and biological diversity and life support systems.
n. Tourism - a major City activity in which private sector investment,
effort and initiative are encouraged, fostered, supported, and
through which socio-economic development may be accelerated
and the appreciation of the city's natural beauty, history and culture
appreciated with greater pride and commitment.
o. Tourism Enterprises - refers to facilities, services and attractions
involved in tourism, such as, but not limited to: travel and tour
services, tourist transport services, whether for land, sea or air
transportation: tour guided; adventure SpOits services involving
such sports as mountaineering, scuba diving and other sports
activities of significant tourism potential, convention organizers;
accommodation establishments, including, but not limited to,
hotels, resorts, apartels, tourist inns, motels, pension houses and
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recreational centers, spas, museums and galleries, theme parks,
convention centers and zoos.
p. Tourism Industry - refers to industries or business enterprises
providing goods and services to tourists and all types of travellers
while they stay, travel, visit and enjoy the facilities and
destinations.
q. Tourism Infrastructures - have three major components, namely:
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physical, human resource and legal regulatory.
r. Tourism Enterprise Zone (TEZ) - refers to tourism enterprise
zones created pursuant to Republic Act No. 9593.
s. Tourism Resources - refer to natural, cultural, human or capital
resources that are either being used or can be utilized to attract or
serve tourists.
ARTICLE III
THETOU~SMINFRASTRUCTURES
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Section 7. Physical Infrastructure - Local governments and private

stakeholders shall promote. and encourage the construction of tourism-related
establishments and facilities either through public or private funding, or both, in their
areas of jurisdiction.
Towards this end, local governments shall:
a. Enhance travel infrastructure facilities connecting to tourist

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networks and terminals, support the enhancement of PNR Mass
Transit Station, support facilities or agencies that coordinate and
arrange with the regional facilities for international and domestic
travellers for land, air and sea transports, for passengers and
cargo;
b. Enhance the provision of basic utilities such as water, energy and
power as well as communication facilities through expansion or
upgrading based on long-term studies and carrying capacity of a
tourist destination;
c. Implement an integrated solid waste and sewage management
system in tourist destination and tourism investment zone, that is
adequate and functioning, and in compliance with existing laws
and ordinances in environment;
d. Sustain the implementation and enhancement of tourism-related
infrastructures such as accommodation facilities including
shopping centers, health care centers, emergency and safety
facilities, recreation, and safety facilities;
e. Improve transport facilities through strict implementation and
monitoring of environmental laws, rules and regulations;
f. Sustain the potable water resources and systems in the protection,
rehabilitation and management of watershed aieas province wide;
g. Engage in the development of City's watersheds and work out for
the Eco-Tourism Development along Mt. Asog/Mt. Iriga and
consider the promotions and development but not compromising
the conservation and protection of its biodiversity;
h. Pursue a unified effort and institutionalize the solid \A/~e+o v. __ ".......
management practices;
i. Create a web portal for the City linking all the barangays;
j. Identify and facilitate assessment as to the potential tourist site for
tourism investment zone;
k. Encourage active community-based tourism endeavorsf
undertakings;
I. Ensure compliance to the prescribed and appropriate standard
guidelines for the existing and new tourism-related establishments;
m. Encourage the establishment of one-stop-shops and one-
barangay-one-product to be participated in by all barangays,
showcasing their best products complementing each other;
n. Build new and upgrade existing facilities, manpower compo~ents
and capacity and capability building for health care services,
emergency responses and safety of the tourists and local
residents;
o. Diversify wholesome recreational activities and ente~ain~ent; and, /:
p. Encourage the use of thematic design that reflects Ingueno culture
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Section 8. Human Resource Infrastructures - Acknowledging tourism as a

major factor in income and employment generation of the City of Iriga.
Tourism piOgianiS shall be geared towards the fulfilment of the needs of the
key players and stakeholders of the tourism industry. Towards this end, both local
government and private investors in tourism shall join hands to:
a. Provide financial and technical support for the professionalization

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b. Organize and train a team of City trainers to capacitate and

improve delivery of services of tourism front liners such as,
transport operators, tour guides, drivers, porters and the like;
c. The City Tourism Office in coordination with the City Tourism
Council and the Deoartment of Tourism shall imolement a
certification and accr~ditation system to regulate the' quality of
service and skills provided by front liners and other tourism
industry workers;
d. Coordinate with concerned government agencies and monitoring
and evaluate certified and accredited tourism industry workers
annually which will be the basis for renewal and revocation of
certification and accreditation;
e. Incorporate the culture of tourism and values formation in all levels
of education starting with the elementary or primary level;
f. Advocate the "Culture of Tourism" at all levels;
g. Ensure that tourism front liners are well-trained and quatified, .
provided with incentives and rewards, organized and federated
based on their work affiliations; and,
h. Implement guidelines, rules, regulations through appropriate local
government agencies in accordance with Department of Tourism
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a. The tourism industry is governed by national and local laws as well

as rules and regulations issued by the administrative bodies
pursuant thereto. Local government units shall issue rules,
regulations and directives on tourism pursuant to the provisions of
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Republic Act No. 7160, otherwise known as the Local Government
Code of 1991.
b. All tourism activities and developments affecting tribal communities,
Indigenous Peoples and ancestral domain shall be required to
secure Certificate of Precondition (CP) from the National
Commission on Indigenous Peoples iii accordance with the
provisions of the Indigenous Peoples Rights Act or RA 8371.-
c. No foreign tour guides/escorts shall be allowed under this Code
except when there are no available local tour guid~s or esco~s
speaking the language of a particular foreign tourist market, In
which t"'~co +r~\/ol and tour organizers shall be requiredto hire!
~c~;~dit;d-lo~;I' t~ur ~uides as under study. Three (3) years after
the effectivity of this Code, all tour guides/escorts shall be
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ARTICLE IV
IRIGA CITY TOURISM COUNCIL
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There is hereby created the vuUiiCil. -
Inga Clo/ Tourism Council which shall be the highest coordinating and policy
formulating body on tourism in the City.
Section 11. Composition. The City Mayor shall be the Honorary Chairman
of the Council; Mernbershio shall be comoosed of fho fnllt'\\A/inl'-t°
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A) Government Sector:
a) SP Chair, Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts and History;
Investment Promotions; Environment and Infrastructure.
b) Chief, PNP
c) President, Liga ng mga Barangay
d) DOT Provincial Field Coordinator
e) NCIP Representative
f) Academe Representative
g) CENRO Representative
B) Accredited Private Sectors:
a) Business Sector
b) Transport Sector
c) Mass Media
d) Religious Sector
e) Academe Representative
f) Socio-Civic Organizations
g) Culture, Arts and History Council Representative
h) Travel Trade SectOi
All Private Sector Representatives shall be duly recognized or accredited by

the Sangguniang Panlungsod. The Private Sector Representative who will sit as
Chairman of the Council shall be elected annually by members of the private sector.
Section 12. Board of Directors - The Board of Directors shall be composed

of seven (7) members elected from the general membership of the council. The
composition shall be: five (5) members coming from the private sector and two (2)
members shall be from the government sector.
Section 13. Process of Selection - The process of selection for

representatives of various sectors to the Iriga City Tourism Council shall be initiated
by the City Tourism Office. Representatives shall be selected by and from among
the members of the sectors concerned. Only regular members can vote and be
voted as officers of the Council. A secretariat composed of three (3) employees
shall assist the council in all its activities and functions.
Section 14. Term of Office - Officers of the council shall serve for two (2)
years. Election of Officers shall be held every-after two (2) years to be held on the
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Section 15. Membership - The Council shall be composed of sixty perce

(60%) from the private sector and forty perc t (40%) from the government sector.
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Private sector participation must be drawn mainly from the business sector, and
must comprise sixty percent (60%) of the membership. All associations and entities
which directly represent various sectors/elements of the tourism industry in the city
shall be encouraged to become members of the Iriga City Tourism Council. The
Council may create committees as needed.
Section 16. Types of Membership. The Council shall have the following
types of membership:
1. Honorary Members - those who are invited to join the Council
because of their contribution to the advancement of the touiisiii
industry.
2. Regular Members - all associations or entities which directly
represent various sectors of the tourism industry.
3. Allied Members - all associations or entities which do not directly
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which, nevertheless, are interested in the promotion and

development of tourism in general; or which have tourism functions
and interests, but are not wholly private in structure or character, or
which by virtue of discipline or business or tourism-related.
Section 17. Sources of Funds. The funds of the Council shall come from;
1. Membership fees and/or dues approved by the Members and the

Officers of the Council.
2. Grants and donations;
3. PiOceeds of activities undertaken by the Council;
4. Financial assistance thru local legislation, as well as any other
income that may be legally earned by the Council.
Section 18. Meetings and Quorum. - The BOD of the Iriga City Tourism
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present in any meeting called upon by the BOD with prior written notice shall
constitute a quorum. A general membership meeting shall be held at least once a
year. Special meetings can be called by the Chairperson of the BOD as the need
arises.
Section 19. Duties and F unctions of the Council. - The City Tourism
Council shall:
a. Help identify, develop and promote potential tourism attractions;

b. Extend technical assistance to all tourism-oriented and related
establishments;
c. Advocate for a responsible culture of tourism among stakeholders
d. ~~~:~euri:~s~~ii~:;ble tourism programs and projects for the

community;
e. To create and promote awareness on the benefits of tourism
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through mixed media;
f. Help in monitoring compliance of the requirements of standards
and regulations set by Department of Tourism (DOT), Local ':
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h. Formulate and recommend the implementation of programs and

activities on tourism development by both government and private
sectors;
i. Initiate and recummend the implementation of proqrarns and
activities on tourism in coordination with the Department of
Tourism, Philippine Tourism Agency, private sectors and other
entities;
j. Initiate private and public partnerships in implementing tourism
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k. Establish close coordination with Barangay Tourism Committees to
ensure responsive tourism through the proper implementation of
the Tourism Code of Iriga;
I.' Encourage the development of Barangay Tourism Committee of
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the City in accordance with the Tourism Code of lrica:~ .
m. Promote and support sustainable tourism by facilitating community
based tourism activities; and,
n. Facilitate resource generation for tourism activities;
ARTICLE V
CITY TOURISM OFFICE
Section 20. City Tourism Office. - There shall be created a City Tourism
Office under the Office of the City Mayor with the status of a Department. The City
Tourism Office will primarily be the implementing arm for the programs, policies and
projects relating to tourism and culture including the marketing and promotions of
the tourism industry in the City. It shall pursue the development of Iriga City Tourism
Industry in adherence to the Tourism Code of Iriga.
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Section 21. Professional Staff. - The City Tourism Office shall serve as the
ICTC Secretariat and shall be manned by professional staff headed by the City
Tourism Officer and composed of such other personnel plantilla positions to be
determined by trle Mayor and to be authorized by tt-I~ Sanggunil:if'ig Panlungsod.
Section 22. Powers and Functions. - As the primary operating agency of

the City Government, the City Tourism Office shall be responsible in the efficient
and effective implementation of the policies, plans and programs as recommended
by the Iriga Cit-j Tourism Council. Towards this end, the City Tourism Office shall:
a. Initiate and organize tourism and cultural activities;

b. Formulate, monitor and coordinate integrated plans for tourism and
culture and the arts;
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c. Assist, monitor and promote accreditation of tourism-oriented and .
related facilities and service providers;
d. Conduct capability building trainings for tourism front liners; .
e. Conduct research, establish and maintain tourism information
management system and web portal for the city and the world;
f. Establish linkage and networking with national government
agencies (NGAs), non-government organizations (NGOs) and
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people's organizations (POs) in planning and implementing tourism

activities;
g. Conduct inventory of existing, emerging and potential tourism
attractions;
h. Promote and market Iriga as a tourist destination, regionally and
globally, through exhibits, selling missions and the production of
marketing collaterals;
i. Operate and maintain city government-owned tourism facilities;
j. Represent the Ci~1 in tourism-related activities;
k. Advocate responsible culture of tourism; and,
I. Produce promotional and marketing collaterals
m. Establish linkages and alliance worldwide
n. Perform other functions related to tourism development.
Section 23. Creation of Barangay Community in Tourism. - To provide a

backbone to all city tourism programs and projects. There shall be created a
Committee on Tourism in every Barangay in Iriga City. Punong Barangay shall be
the Chairman, the Barangay Kagawad Chairman on Committee on Tourism shall be
the Vice-Chairman, Barangay Treasurer, Barangay Secretary and the SK Chairman
shall compose the members. Each Barangay shall be encouraged to allocate at
least five (5) percent of the 20% Development Fund from their Annual Internal
Allotment Share.
Section 24. Functions of the Barangay Committee on Tourism
a) Formulate plans and programs for tourism and beautification in the

Barangay level;
b) Identify tourist destination areas in the Barangay;
c) Manage Barangay Tourist Destination areas such as the following,
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but not limited to covered courts, museum, parks and playqround;
d) Prepare Barangay facts and figures and marketing materials;
e) Design and execute appropriate marketing and promotion plans;
f) Strive for the creation of a product of their Barangay;
g) Organize fund raising projects and events and accept donations,
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h) Coordinate and participate in all city tourism activities and projects.
ARTICLE VI
ATTACHED DIVISION/OFFICE AND COMMITTEE
SECTION 26. Attached Division/Office and Committee. - The City

Cultural Office and the City Sports Development Office shall be attached to the City
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Cultural and Research Office shall be under supervision of the City Tourism Officer
for program and policy coordination. Except as hereinafte~ provide~, each of the
attached Office/Divisions shall continue to operate under their respective charters.
ARTICLE VII
THE PROGRAM
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Section 25. Basic Concerns and Activities of the City Tourism Council. -
In the Interim, it shall;
a) Promote the City as a:

1) Agro-Eco- Tourism Center;
2) Religious, Historical/Cultural Center;
3) Bio-divers Landscape-Adventure Tourism Center;
4) Business Center.
b) Sell the City, its site, facilities, culture, activities to civic clubs,
professional organizations, travel and tourism agencies and
recommend measures to line offices of the city government which
will improve the city's tourism potential;
c) Initiate maintain and monitor sanitation, cleanliness, and
beautification activities in the City;
d) Monitor major road and street improvements and plans particularly
those that affect access to city proper tourist spots, and seek
government action where it may be urgently needed;
e) Oversee maintenance and upkeep of public toilets and comfort
areas inside restaurants, hotels, gas stations, movie houses, bus
stations, and other, public places;
f) Coordinate and package periodic tourist events, develop and
promote regular festivals, sports fests, cultural presentations and
other tourism related activities in the City; .
g) Coordinate with the private sector and governm~nt agencies in the
identification, planning and implementation of tourism-oriented
activities;
h) Identify plan and develop potential tourist spots in the city and
study and initiate the development and establishment of a
cultural/tourism museum depicting in visual arts and photos,
religious and archaeological artefact, costumes and other
paraphernalia, the history, culture, cultural development and
achievement and religiosity of the community;
i) Study and initiate installation of highly visible and uniform road
directional signs and billboards leading to various tourist
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protect historical sites and the environment from any adverse

effect of tourism;
j) Plan, develop and initiate training programs for personnel in food
and lodging establishments and local tour guides in collaboration
with accredited organizations; and
k) Cooperate and coordinate with police agencies on matters of
traffic and peace and order conditions affecting tourism and to
monitor and assist in the early resolution of crimes reported by
tourists.
ARTICLE VIII
DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIES
Section 26. Development Options. - The development of the tourism sector

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in Iriga City shall involve development strategies that ai~e.. linked with. regional
perspective, targets that satisfy visitors demand and activities that gain strong
support from local populace.
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. . Section 27. Identification of Tourism Development Areas. - The City shall

Identify areas that have potentials for tourism development and possess unique and
special qualities that if developed and maintained, would attract people. Here are
some areas initially identified:
a) Mt. Iriga
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As a protected landscape, in accordance with the City Ordinance No.

2009-06 "Environmental Code of Iriga City" and City Ordinance No. 25010-
01 "Mt Asog Protection and Conservation Ordinance", the City shall
endeavor for a harmonious interaction of man ana land while providing
opportunities for public enjoyment through the recreation and tourism within
the normal lifestyle and economic activity of these areas.
Areas belonging to 10%-30% slope shall be devoted to Eco-Tourism,

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lIian Hill which the name means sanctuary is promontory at the foot
of the Mount Iriga. At its foot is a tribe of Agta, who quaintly have preserved
a modified version of the French Quadrille, the Lancero de Iriga and their
own Rinampo, a dance imitating wild roosters in-combat.
The Raffiesia Irigaense discovered in the gullies of Mt. Iriga, smallest

of its kind and endangered, and was declared by the National Museum as a
new and unique species shall be promoted and protected.
Presently, mountaineering is a regular activity. Support facilities such

as camp site and water stations shall have to be established.
b) Springs
Iriga being blessed with Crystal Clear Springs shall work for the
environmental protection, rehabilitation and conservation of the springs and
its watershed areas within the territorial jurisdiction of the City. Areas
identified for tourism development shall be promoted, provided
environmental conditions shall be respected.
c) Historical
Following principles, as spelled out in Republic Act No. 10066

"National Cultural Heritage Act of 2009", RA No.1 0086 "Strengthening
People's Nationalism Through Philippine History Act", laws and other
local ordinances, the City shall identify and promote the development of
cultural and historical, heritage resources, sites, establishments and
events within the territorial jurisdiction of Iriga City.
The City shall likewise endeavour to create a balanced

atmosphere where historic past co-exist in harmony with modern
society.
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As much as practicable, old City Hall and other built heritage

within the City Park shall' be conserved to maintain its historical and
cultural significance.
The City shall also work out for the collaboration, partnership and
cooperation' with the Alatco Terminal Museum and other similar private
buildings and or establishments of historical and cultural significance for
its conservation, rehabilitation, promotion, protection and development.
d) Religious
Other areas of interests are the religious sites in the City: the
Inorogan Shrine, the Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto and the Saint Anthony
of Padua Parish Church which is probably the oldest church in the
region built ill 1570. Necessary enhancements afld improvements of
these sites Shall be encouraged. The City thru the City Tourism Council
shall express official statement opinion in case of major change,
demolition or renovation of these religious sites or structures.
The following events shall be promoted and enhanced/improved

to attract visitors, to wit:
a) Tinagba Festival
b) Patong Festival
c) Street Passion Play
d) Pasko Sini Pasko Siton Weeklong Christmas Celebration
e) Pintakasi
f) Miss Iriga, Miss Rinconada and Miss Sicol Tourism
g) Charter Foundation Anniversary
h) Iriga City Sportsfest
f) Cultural
Cultural Dancers like the Rinampo Tribai Dance and Lancero de

Iriga shall be promoted. On the other hand the City Museum which
houses artifacts, old carvings/painting, etc. shall likewise be
strengthened and maintained for tourism promotion.
lndiqenous Peoples called Agta liv~ ill villag~s surrounding Mt.

Asog. The City shall promote sustainable tourism development in the
indigenous cultural communities. In collaboration with the National
Commission and the Indigenous People, subject to FPIC under RA No.
8371 "Indigenous Peoples Rights Act of 1997", recognize, respect and
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h) Food/Delicacies
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and delicacies shall be enhanced to suit taste of people. This could
attract visitors.
i) Investment Promotion and Character City Program
The City shall take advantage of the investment potentials. The

priority investment areas are manufacturing, agri-business and
processing, forestry and fishing, trading, and commercial operations,
tourist related projects and infrastructure. The attraction to investors is
. the City's
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Iriga is a Character City. Its people have earned the reputation of
warm, friendly and industrious.
Section 28. Tourism Enterprise Zones. - The City shall work out and
develop Tourism Enterprise Zones within the territorial jurisdiction of Iriga City. The
LGU Iriga or any private entity, or through joint ventures between the public and the
private sectors may recommend to the Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone
Authority for official designation, subject to the provisions of RA 9593, "The Tourism
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Any geographic area with the following characteristics may be designated as

a Tourism Enterprise Zone:
a) The area is capable of being defined into one contiguous territory;

b) It has historical and cultural significance, environmental beauty, or
existing or potential integrated leisure facilities within its bounds or
within reasonable distances from it;
c) It has, or it may have, strategic access through transportation
infrastructure, and reasonable connection with utilities
infrastructure systems;
d) It is sufficient in size, such that it may be further utilize for bringing,
in new investments in tourism establishments and services; and
e) It is in a strategic location such as to catalyze the socio-economic
development of neighboring communities.
Section 29. Character City Program and Culture of Excellence. - AII·lriga

Residents shall be encouraged to attend a Seminar, emphasizing the importance of
Filipino Values,
history of Iriga
values shall be
Attitude, Culture, and Service Excellence in relation to Tourism. The
City, legend, important events and personalities as well as Iriga
provided for in the ,nodule. r
a) All employees of the City Government shall be required to attend a
Capability Building, Culture of Excellence Seminar/Workshop on a
regular basis.
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c) All Tricycle, Jeepney, Multicab, Passenger Vans and Bus Drivers

shall be required to attend the Character City - Culture of
Excellence Seminar
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d) A" media organizations shall air/publish public service

announcements on the promotion of Filipino Values and Culture in
the Tourism context.
e) All Academic Institutions like Day Care Centers, Primary,
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with modules on Character City and the Culture of Excellence as

part of the curriculum of the students which may either be
integrated in their Religion or Values Education subjects, in
coordination with the Department of Education, Iriga City.
Note: The Local Chief Executive shall issue on Executive Order to assign a
committee to devise the Lectures, Seminar or Workshop Materia/s, Modules and
Examination for assessment purposes.
Section 30. Tourist Police. - The Local Chief Executive shall designate
Tourist Police to assist in maintaining peace and order, law enforcement and tourist
security. They will be assigned in Tourist Information Centers, main streets, and
other tourist destination areas.
ARTICLE IX
ACCREDITATION
Section 31. Accreditation Basis. - All tourism establishments and activities

in Iriga City shall be classified, accredited and registered in accordance with the
rules and regulations to govern the accreditation of Hotels, Tourist Inns, Motels,
Apartels, Resorts, Pension Houses and other Accommodations Establishments
promulgated by the Department of Tourism on 20 April 1992 and 26 August 1992,
published in the Supplement of the Official Gazette, Volume 89, No. 20 dated 17
May 1993. The said DOT Rules and Regulations herein attached below shall be
adopted by the City and shall form part of this ordinance.
Section 31-A Attachment:

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RULES AND REGULATIONS TO GOVERN THE ACCREDITATION OF HOTELS,

TOURISTS INNS, MOTELS, APARTELS: RESORTS: PENSION HOUSES AND
OTHER ACCOMMODATION ES TABLISHMENTS
PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 120 IN
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RELATION TO REPUBLIC ACT NO. 7160, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE LOCAL
GOVERNMENT CODE OF 1991 ON THE DEVOLUTION OF DOT'S
REGULATORY FUNCTION OVER TOURIST ESTABLISHMENTS, THE
FOLLOWING RULES AND REGULATIONS TO GOVERN THE ACCREDITATION
OF ACCOMMODATION ESTABLISHMENTS ARE HEREBY PROMULGATED.
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Section 1. Definition. For purposes of these Rules, the following shall

mean:
a. ~otel - a building, edifice Oi piemiSeS VI G1 completely

independent part thereof, which is used for the regular reception,
accommodation or lodging of travellers and tourist and the
provision of services incidental thereto for a fee.
b. Resort - any place or places with pleasant environment and
atmosphere conducive to comfort, healthful relaxation and rest,
offering food, sleeping accommodation and recreational facilities to
the public for a fee or remuneration.
c. Tourist Inn - a lodging establishment catering to transients which
does not meet the minimum requirements of an economy hotel.
d. Aoartel - any buildina or edifice containina several indeoendent
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and furnished or semi-furnished apartments, regularly leased to

tourists and travellers for dwelling on a more or less long term
basis and offering basic services to its tenants, similar to hotels.
e. Pension House - a private or family-operated tourist boarding
house, tourist guest house or tourist lodging house employing non-
professional domestic helpers regularly catering to tourists and
travellers, containing several independent lettable rooms, providing
common facilities such as toilets, bathrooms/showers, living and
dining rooms and/or kitchen and where a combination of board and
lodging may be provided.
f. Motorist Hotel (Motel) - any structure with several separate units,
primarily located along the highway with individual or common
parking space at which motorists may obtain lodging and, in some
instances, meals.
g. Department or DOT - the Department of Tourism.
h. Accreditation - a certification issued by the Department that the
holder is recognized by the Department as having complied with its
minimum standards in the operation of the establishment
concerned which shall ensure the safety, comfort and convenience
of the tourists.
CHAPTER II
CLASSIFICATION OF AND STANDARD REQUIREMENTS FOR HOTELS
Section 2. Classification . .
of Hotels. For ourooses of accreditation. . hotels
are hereby classified into the following categories, namely:
a.
b.
c.
d.
De Luxe Class
First Class
Standard Class
Economy Class
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Section 3. Requirement for a De Luxe Class Hotel. The following are the
minimum requirements for the establishment, operation and maintenance of a De
Luxe Class Hotel: .
a. Location
1. The locality and environs including approaches shall be suitable
for a luxury hotel of international standard;
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2. The facade, architectural features and general construction of the

building shall have the distinctive qualities of a luxury hotel.
b. Bedroom Facilities and Furnishings
• Size
All single and double rooms shall have a floor area of not less
than twenty-five (25) square meters, inclusive of bathrooms.
• Suite
There shall be one (1) suite per thirty (30) guest rooms.
• Bathrooms
1. All rooms must have bathrooms which shall be equipped with
fittings of the highest quality befitting a luxury hotel with 24-
hour ~eor\li"'enf hot ::Inrl "'old runnino water:
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2. Bathrooms shall be provided with bathtubs and showers;

3. Floors and walls shall be covered with impervious material of
elegant design and high quality workmanship.
• Telephone
There shall be a telephone in each guest room and an extension
line in the bathroom of each suite.
• RadiolT elevision
There shall be a radio, a television and relayed or piped-in music
in each guest room.
• Cold Drinking Water
There shall be a cold drinking water and glasses in each
bedroom.
• Refrigerator/Mini-Bar
There shall be a small refrigerator and a well-stocked bar in each
guest room.
• Room Service
There shall be a 24-hour room service (including provisions for
snacks and light refreshments).
• Furnishings and Lighting
1. All guest rooms shall have adequate furniture of the highest
standard and elegant design; floors shall have superior quality
wall to-wall carpeting; walls shall be well-furnished with well-
tailored draperies of rich materials;
2. Lighting arrangements and fixtures in the rooms and
bathrooms shall be so designed as to ensure aesthetic as well
as functional excellence.
• Information Materials
Room tariffs shall be prominently displayed in each bedroom plus
prominent notices for services offered by the hotel, including food
and beverage outlets and hours of operation, fire exit guidelines
and house rules for guests.
c. Front Office/Reception
There shall be reception, information counter and guest relations
office providing a 24-hour service and attended by highly qualified,
trained and experienced staff.
• Lounge
There shall be a well-appointed lounge with seating facilities, the I f-/
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size of which is commensurate with the size of the hotel.

• Porter Service
There shall be a 24-hour porter service.
• Foreign Exchange Counter .
There shall be a duly licensed and authorized foreign exchange
counter.
• Mailing Facilities
Mailing facilities including sale of stamps and envelopes shall be
available iii the premises.
• Long Distance/Overseas Calls
Long distance and overseas telephone calls shall be made
available in the establishment.
• Reception Amenities
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There shall be telex-transceiver and facsimile facilities in the
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d. Housekeeping
Housekeeping shall be of the highest possible standard.
• Linen
There shall be plentiful supply of linens, blankets, towels, etc.,
which shall be of the highest quality and shall be spotlessly clean.
The linens, blankets and towels shall be changed daily.
• Laundry/Dry Cleaning Service
Laundry and dry cleaning services shall be available in the
establishment.
• Carpeting All public and private rooms shall have superior quality
carpeting which shall be well kept at all times.
e. Food and Beverage

• Dining Room
There shall be a coffee shop and at least one specialty dining
room which are well-equipped, well-furnished and well-
maintained, serving high quality cuisine and providing
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• Bar
Wherever permissible by law, there shall be an elegant and
wellstocked bar with an atmosphere of comfort and luxury.
• Kitchen
1. The kitchen, pantry and cold storage shall be professionally
designed to ensure efficiency of operation and shall be well
equipped, well-maintained, clean and hygienic;
2. The kitchen shall have an adequate floor area with non-slip
flooring and tiled walls and adequate light and ventilation.
• Crockery
1. The crockery shall be of elegant design and of superior quality;
There shall be ample supply of it; ~
2. No piece of crockery in use shall be chipped, cracked or
graze~. The silverware shall be kept well-plated _and polished
at all times.
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f. Recreational Facilities
• Swimming Pool
There shall be a well-designed and properly equipped swimming
pooL
• Tennis/Go/fISquashIGym Facilities
There shall be at least one recreational facility or a tie-up with one
within the vicinity of the hotel.
g. Entertainment
Live entertainment shall be provided.
h. Engineering and Maintenance

• Maintenance
Maintenance of all sections of the hotel (i.e., building furniture,
fixtures, etc.) shaii be of superior standard.
• Airconditioning
There shall be centralized air-conditioning for the entire building
(except in areas which are at a minimum of 3,000 feet above sea
level).
• Ventilation
There shall be technologically advanced, efficient and adequate
ventilation in all areas of the hotel.
• Lighting
There shall be adequate lighting in all public and private rooms.
• Emeigency Power
There shall be a high-powered generator capable of providing
sufficient lighting for all guest rooms, hallways, public
areas/rooms, and operating elevators, food refrigeration and
water services.
• Fire Prevention Facilities
The fire prevention facilities shall conform with the requirements
of the Fire Code of the Philippines.
i. General Facilities
• Outdoor Area
The hotel shall have a common outdoor area for guests (e.g., a
roof garden or spacious common terrace).
• ParkingNalet
There shall be an adequate parking space and valet service.
• Function and Conference Facilities
There shall be one or more of each of the following: conference
room, banquet hall (with a capacity of not less than 200 people
seated) and private dining room.
• Shops
There shall be a barber shop, DOT-accredited travel agency/tour
counter, beauty parlor, and sundries shop.
• Security
Adequate security on a 24-hour basis shall be provided in all
entrances and exits of the hotel premises.
• Medical Service
A medical clinic to service guests and employees shall have a
registered nurse on a 24-hour basis and a doctor on-call.
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J. Service and Staff

1. Professionally qualified, highly trained, experienced, efficient and
courteous staff shall be employed;
2. The staff shall be in smart and clean uniforms.
k. Special Facilities
Business center, limousine service and airport transfers shall be
provided.
Section 4. Requirements for a First Class Hotel. The following are the
minimum requirements for the establishment, operation and maintenance of a first
class hotel:
a. Location
1. The locality and environs including approaches shall be suitable
for a first class hotel of international standard;
2. The facade, architectural features and general construction of the
building shall have the distinctive qualities of a first class hotel.

• Size
than twenty-five (25) square meters, inclusive of bathrooms.
• Suite
There shall be one (1) suite per thirty (40) guest rooms.
• Bathrooms
1. All rooms must have bathrooms which shall be equipped with
fittings of the highest quality befitting a first class hotel with 24-
hour service of hot and cold running water;
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aesthetic design and high quality workmanship.
• Telephone
There shall be a telephone in each guest room.
e Redio/Teievision
There shall be a radio, a television and relayed or piped-in music
in each guest room.
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bedroom.
Room Service
There shall be a 24-hour room service (including provisions for
snacks and light refreshments).
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1, All guest rooms shall have adequate. furniture of very high
standard and very good design; floors shall have wall-to-wall
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carpeting; or if the flooring is high quality (marble, mosaic, etc.)
carpets shall be provided and shall be of a size proportionatei
to the size of t~e room; w~lIs shall. be well-~urnished with well-
tailored draperies of very high quality matenals;
2. Lighting arrangements and fixtures in the rooms and
bathrooms shall be so designed as to ensure functional
excellence.
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• Lounge
There shall be a lobby and well-appointed lounge with seating
facilities, the size of which is commensurate with the size of the
hotel.
• Porter Service
There shall be a 24-hour porter service.
• Foreign Exchange Counter
There shall be a duly licensed and authorized foreiqn exchange
counter.
available in the premises.
Long distance and overseas telephone calls shall be made
available in the establishment.
There shall be a left-luggage room and safety deposit boxes in
the establishment.
• Telex and Facsimile
• There shall be telex-transceiver and facsimile facilities in the
establishment.
d _ Housekeeping
Housekeeping shall be of high standard.
• Linen
There shall be a good supply of linens, blankets, towels, etc.,
which shall be of high quality and should be spotlessly clean. The
linens, blankets and towels shall be changed daily.
Laundry and dry cleaning services shall be available in the
establishment.
• Carpeting
All public and private rooms shall have high quality carpeting
which should be well kept at all times.

• Dining Room
There shall be a coffee shop and at least one specialty dining
room which are well-equipped, well-furnished and well-
maintained, serving good quality cuisine and providing
entertainment.
• :~erever permissible by law, there shall be an elegant and well .:

stocked bar with an atmosphere of comfort.
• Kitchen
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designed to ensure efficiency of operation and shall be well

• Crockery
1. The crockery shall be of best quality;
2. There shall be adequate supply of it;
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f. Recreational Facilities
• Swimming Pool
There shall be a well-designed and properly equipped swimming
pooL
• Tennis/GolfiSquash/Gym Facilities
There shall be at least one recreational facility or a tie-up with one
within the vicinity of the hotel.
g. Entcitainmcnt
Live entertainment shall be provided.
h. Engineering and Maintenance

• Maintenance
Maintenance of all sections of the hotel (i.e., building furniture,
fixtures, etc.) shall be of very high quality,
• Airconditioning
All private and public rooms shall be airconditioned (except in
areas which are at a minimum of 3,000 feet above sea level).
• Ventilation
Theie shall be technologically advanced, efficient and adequate
ventilation in all areas of the hotel.
• Lighting
• Emergency Power
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areas/rooms, and operating elevators, food refrigeration and
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The fire prevention facilities shall conform with the requirements .
L General Facilities
• ParkingNalet
There shall be an adequate parking space and valet service.
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There shall be special rooms for conference/banquet purposes.
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• Medical Service
A medical clinic· to service guests and employees· with a
registered nurse on a 24-hour basis and a doctor on-call shall be
provided.
j. Service and Staff

1. Highly qualified, trained, experienced, efficient and courteous staff
shall be hired;
2. The staff shall be in smart and clean uniforms.
I. Special Facilities
Facilities for airport transfers shall be provided.
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Standard Class Hotel:
a. Location
1. The locality and environs including approaches shall be suitable for
a very good hotel;
2. The architectural features and general construction of the building
shall be of very good standard.

• Size
than eighteen (18) square meters, inclusive of bathrooms.
• Bathrooms
All rooms must have bathrooms which shall be equipped with
showers and fittings of good standard with cold running water on
a 24-hour basis and hotel running water at selected hours.
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• Telephones
There shall be a telephone in each guest room.
There shall be a cold drinking water and giasses in each
bedroom.
• Room Service
Room service shall be provided at selected hours.
All guest rooms shall have furniture of very good standard and
design; floors shall have good quality carpets; walls shall be well-
furnished and drapes shall be well-tailored and of good material;
Lighting arrangements and fixtures in the rooms and bathrooms
shall be well designed ensuring complete satisfaction functionally.
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There shall be a receptionlinformation counter providing a 24-

hour service and attended by qualified and experienced staff.
• Lounge
There shall be a well-appointed iounge the size of which shall be
commensurate with the size of the hotel.
• Porter Service
Porter service shall be provided upon request.
• Foreign Exchange Counter
There shall be a duly licensed and authorized foreign exchange
counter.
• Mailing Facilities .
available in the premises.
• Long Distance/Oversees Calls
Long distance/overseas telephone calls shall be made available
upon request.
There shall be a left-luggage room and safety deposit boxes.
e Telex Fectlities
Telex facilities shall be optional.
d. Housekeeping
Housekeeping shall be of good standard.
• Linen
There shall be adequate suppiy of iinen, blanket, towel, etc., of
good quality shall be kept clean. Linen, blankets and towels shall
be changed daily.
Laundry and dry cleaning services shall be available by
arrangement.
• Carpeting .
There shall be at least carpets in all bedrooms and the floors of
public rooms should be properly covered unless the flooring is of
very high standard.

• Dining Room
There shall be at least one dining room facility which is well-
equipped and well-maintained and serving good quality cuisine
and providing entertainment.
• Bar
Whenever permissible by law, there shall be a bar.
• Kitchen
designed to ensure efficiency of operation and shall 'be well-
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2. The kitchen shall have an adequate floor area with flooring and
tiled walls and adequate light and ventilation.
• Crockery ./
1. The crockery shall be of good quality.
gazed. The silverware shall be kept well-placed and polished
at all times.
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f. Engineering and Maintenance

• Maintenance
Maintenance of the hotel in all sections (i.e., building furniture,
fixtures, etc.) shaii be of good standard.
• Airconditioning
At least 75% of the rooms shall be airconditioned (except in areas
which are at a minimum of 3,000 feet above sea level).
• Ventilation
There shall be efficient and adequate ventilation in all moms.
• Lighting
• Emergency Power
There shall be a high-powered generator capable of providing
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The fire prevention facilities shall conform with the requirements of
the Fire Code of the Philippines.
g. General Facilities
• Parking
There shall be adequate parking space.
• Shops
There shall be a sundries shop.
• Security
• Medical Service
There shall be a registered nurse on a 24-hour duty and a doctor
on call.
h. Service and Staff

1. Only qualified, trained, experienced, efficient and courteous staff
shall be employed;
2. The staff shall be in clean uniforms.
i. Special Facilities
Facilities for airport transfers shall be provided.
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Economy Class Hotel:
a. Location
1. The locality and environs including approaches shall be such as
are suitable for a good hotel;
2. The architectural features and general construction of the
building shall be of good standard.

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than eighteen (18) square meters, inclusive of bathrooms.

• Bathrooms
All rooms shall have bathrooms equipped with showers and
basic fittings of good standard with cold running water on a 24-
hour basis and hotel running water at selected hours.
• Te/ephones
There shall be a call bell in each guest room.
• Cold,Drinking Water
bedroom.
• Room Service
• Room service shall be provided at selected hours.
1. All guest rooms shall have basic furniture of good design;
floors shall be well finished;
2. Lighting arrangements and fixtures in all rooms and
bathrooms shall be of good standard.
Room tariffs shall be prominently displayed in each bedroom
plus prominent notices for services offered by the hotel,
including food and beverage outlets and hours of operation, fire
exit guidelines and house rules for guests.
• Reception and Information Counter
There shall be a reception and information counter providing a
24~hour service and equipped with telephone.
• Lounge
There shall be a reasonably furnished lounge commensurate
with the size of the hotel.
• Porter Service
Porter service shall be provided upon request.
There shall be mailing facilities.
Long distance/overseas calls shall be made available upon
request.
There shall be a left-luggage room and safety deposit boxes.
• Te/ex Facilities
Telex facilities shall be optional.
d. Housekeeping
Premises shall be kept clean and tidy.
• Linen
Clean, good quality linen/blankets/towels, etc., shall be supplied
I and changed daily.
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There shall be at least one equipped and well-maintained dining

room/restaurant serving good, clean and wholesome food.
• Kitchen
1. There shaii be clean, hygienic and well-equipped and
maintained kitchen and pantry;
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• Maintenance
~aintenance of the hotel in all sections (i.e., building furniture,
fixtures, etc.) shall be of good standard.
• Airconditioning
At least 50% of the rooms shall be airconditioned (except in
areas which are at a minimum of 3,000 feet above sea level).
• Ventilation
There shall be adequate ventilation in all rooms.
• Lighting
• Emergency Power .
There shall be a spare generator available to provide light and
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The fire prevention facilities shall conform with the requirements
g. General Facilities
• Shops
There shall be a sundries shop.
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h. Service and Staff

1. The staff shall be well trained, experienced, courteous and efficient;
2. The staff shall be in clean uniforms.
i. Special Facilities Airport transfer shall be provided upon request.
CLASSIFICATION
CHAPTER III
OF AND STANDARD REQUIREMENTS FOR RESORTS •
Section 7. Kinds of Resorts. Resorts may be categorized as beach resort
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(located along the seashore), inland resort (located within the town proper or city),
island resort (located in natural or man-made island within the internal waters of the
Philippine Archipelago), lakeside or riverside resort (located alo.ng or ~ear the bank
of a lake or river), mountain resort (located at or near a mountain or hili) and theme
parks.
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Section 8. Classification of Resorts. For purposes of accreditation, resorts

shall be classified as follows:
Class "AAA"
Class "AA"
Class "A"
Special Interest Resort
Section 9. Requirements for a Class "AAA" Resort. The following are the
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a. Location and Environment

The resort shall be situated in a suitable location free of noise,
atmospheric and marine pollution.
b. Parking Of applicable)
An adequate parking space with parking security shall be provided
free to guests.
. c. Facilities and Room Accommodation

The resort shall have its rooms, facilities and amenities equivalent
to those of a First Class Hotel required under Section 4 hereof.
d. Public Washrooms
There shall be a clean and adequate public toilet and bathroom for
male and female, provided with sufficient hot and cold running
water, toilet paper, soap, and hand towel and/or hand diver.
e. Sports and Recreational Facilities

The resort shall offer at least four (4) sports and recreational
facilities.
f. Conference/Convention Facilities
Conference/convention facilities with attached toilets shall be
provided.
g. Employee Facilities
Adequate and well-maintained cafeteria, locker rooms and
separate bathrooms for male and female employees shall be
provided.
Section 10. Requirements for a Class "AA" Resort. The following are the
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minimum requirements for the operation and maintenance of a Class "AA Resort:

The resort shall be located in a suitable area free of noise,
b. Parking (If applicable)

free to guests.
c. Facilities and Accommodations

The resort shall have its rooms, facilities and amenities equivalent
to those of a Standard Class Hotel required under Section 5
hereof.
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d. Public Washrooms
male and female, provided with sufficient running water, toilet
paper, soap, hand towel and/or hand dryer.

The resort shall offer at least three (3) sports and recreational
facilities.
f. Conference/Convention Faci!ities
Conference/convention facilities shall be provided.
g. Employee Facilities
Adequate and well-maintained locker rooms and bathrooms for
male and female employees shall be provided.
Section 11. Requirements for a Class "A" Resort The following are the
minimum requirements for the operation and maintenance of a Class "A" Resort:

The resort shall be located in a suitable area free of noise,
b. Parking (If applicable)

free to guests.
c. Room Accommodations
Class "A" resort shall have its rooms equivalent to those of an
Economy Class hotel as required under Section 6 hereof.
d. Public Washrooms
male and female, provided with sufficient running water, toilet
paper, and soap.

The resort shall offer at least two (2) sports and recreational
facilities ..
f. Food and Beverage Outlets

The resort shall have at least one (1) food and beverage outlet.
Section 12. Requirements for a Special Interest Resort The following are
the minimum requirements for the operation and maintenance of a Special Interest
Resort:
a. Location
The camp and ground sites shall be well-drained and not subject to
flooding. It shall be distant from any source of nuisance and shall
not endanger sources of any water supply and other natural
resources.
b. Lounge and Reception Counter.

There shall be a reception counter and a reasonably furnished
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lounge commensurate with the size of the resort.
c. Room Accommodations
There shall be at least five (5) lettable bedrooms for permanent site
operations, sufficient and fresh supply of clean linen, mirror and
electric fan except in places where electricity is not available. For
movable operation, a minimum of sixteen (16) guests plus the staff
shall be accommodated in tents, lean-tos and the like. Where
permanent tents are used, flooring shall be at least four (4) inches
above the ground. Tents shall be provided with adequate beddings
suitable for tropical use. Theme parks may be exempted from this
requirement.
d. Toilet and Bathroom

There shall separate clean 'toilet and bathroom facilities for male
and female guests which shall be provided with sufficient supply of
running water and situated in appropriate and accessible areas.
The same shall be supplied with soap and toilet paper. Adequate
portable chemical toilets shall be provided at the camp site for
mobile groups. In the absence of chemical toilets, temporary
sanitary latrines shall be provided based on acceptable Philippine
standards.
e. Lighting, Furnishing and Ventilation .

Lighting arrangement and furnishings in all rooms shall be of good
standard. In areas where there is no electrical power, each room
shall be provided with non-hazardous portable lights. Adequate
means of ventilation shall also be provided
f. Staff and Service

Adequate number of trained, experienced, courteous and efficient
staff shall be employed. They shall wear clean uniforms at all
times. The frontline staff shall have a good speaking knowledge of
English.
Section 13. General Rules on the Operation and Management of

Resorts.
a. Maintenance and housekeeping.

Maintenance of all sections of the resort shall be of acceptable
standard, and shall be on a continuing basis, taking into
consideration the quality of materials used as well as its upkeep.
housekeeping shall be of such a standard ensuring well-kept, clean
and pollution-free premises. A vermin control program shall be
regularly maintained in all areas of the resort. Regular and hygienic
garbage disposal system shall be maintained. Sanitation measures
shall be adopted in accordance with the standards prescribed
under p.o. 856, the Code on Sanitation of the Philippines.
b. Lifeguard and security. (

All resorts shall provide the services of a sufficient number of ~ell-
trained lifeguards duly accredited by either the Philippi~~ N.atronal
Red Cross, the Water Life Saving Association of the P~llIpplnes or
any recognized organization training or promoting safety
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objectives, and adequate security whenever there are guests.
c. Medical Services.
All resorts shall piOvide the services of a physician, either on-call or
on full-time basis, depending on their volume of operation and
accessibility to hospital or medical centers. In additions, resorts
shall employ adequate first-alders who have completed a course in
first aide duly certified by the National Red Cross or any other
organization accredited by the same. Adequate first aide medicines
and necessary life-saving equipment shall be provided within the
premises.
d. Fire-fighting facilities.
Fire-fighting facilities shall be provided in accordance with the Fire
Code of the Philippines.
e. Signboards.
Appropriate signboards shall be conspicuously displayed outside
the establishment showing clearly the name and classification of
the resort as determined by the Department.
f. Beach and lakeside resort.

There shall be placed on a beach or lakeside resort an adequate
number of buoys which shall be spread within the area to be
determined by the resort owner or keeper as safe for ewimrninq
purposes, an in compliance with the existing government
regulations and/or local ordinances on the placing of such buoys.
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(C)/ g. Designated area.
The distance fronting the area of the resort with adequate number
of buoys as provided in the preceding section shall be designated
as the area for swimming purposes, and no boat, banca or other
crafts shall be allowed to enter the areas so designated. The resort
owner or his duly authorized representative shall be empowered
under these rules to enforce the above, and shall likewise
designate a portion of the beach front to be used exclusively for
loading and unloading of resort guests, unless otherwise
designated elsewhere by rules and regulations specific to the area.
h. Precautionary measures.
1. In no case shall the resort management allow swimming at the
beach front beyond 10:00 p.m. and appropriate notice shall be
posted to inform the resort guests of this regulation.
2. Night swimming at the pool shall be allowed only if there are
adequate lifeguards on duty and when the pool premises are
sufficiently lighted.
3. Management shall post sufficient and visible signs in strategic
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the presence of artificial or natural hazards, danger areas or
occurrences threat.
i. Prohibited acts and practices.

1. No pets or animals shall be allowed to .bathe/s~ir:t along
beaches. Likewise, "pukot" fishing and washing of fishing nets
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shall be strictly prohibited in beach resorts.

2. Resort owners shall prohibit ambulant vendors from peddling their
wares within the resort premises in order to provide their guests
a certain degree of privacy to enable them to relax and enjoy
their stay threat.
3. Littering in resorts shall be strictly prohibited. Resort owners shall
keep their premises clean and shall adopt their own anti-littering
measures. Without prejudice to existing ones no resort shall be
established or constructed within a radius of five (5) kilometers
from any pollution causing factory or plant."
CHAPTER IV
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS FOR APARTELS
Sectioi1 14. Requiremei1ts for Apartels. For purposes of accreditation, the

following are the minimum requirements for the' establishment, operation and
maintenance of an apartel:
a. Size.
The apartel shall have at least a minimum
lettable apartments.
b. Apartment.
Each apartment of the apartel shall be provided with living and
dining areas, kitchen, and bedroom with attached toilet and bath.
c. Living Area.
The living area shall be provided with essential and reasonably
comfortable furniture.
d. Kitchen.
The kitchen shall be spacious, clean, hygienic' and adequately
equipped with cooking utensils. It shall also be provided with
facilities for storage and refrigeration of foods, for disposal of
garbage and for cleaning of dishes and cooking utensils.
e. Dining Area.
The dining area shall be spacious and provided with dining table
and chairs, including all essential facilities, such as, but not limited
to plates, spoons and forks, drinking glasses, etc.
f. Toilet and Bathroom.

The toilet and bathroom shall always be clean and have adequate
sanitation and running water.
g. Bedroom.
The bedroom shall be spacious and provided with comfortable bed.
There must also be provided a closet and a mirror.
h. Linen.
The apartel shall have sufficient supply of clean linen. The linen
shall be changed regularly.
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i. Ventilation.
The apartment shall be sufficiently ventilated and, if possible, each
bedroom shall be air-conditioned or provided with an electric fan.
This requirement shall not be applicable in high altitude areas.
j. Lighting.
Lighting arrangements and fixtures in all rooms shall be adequate.
k. Te!ephone.
There shall a telephone or a "call bell" button in each room.
I. Elevators.
An elevator shall be provided for a building of more than three (3)
storeys whenever possible.
m. Staff and Services.

The staff shall be trained, experienced, courteous and efficient.
They shall be provided with smart and clean uniform.
n. Medica! Facilities.
An emergency clinic, stocked with emergency medicines and drugs
to. service employees and guests shall be provided. Apartel with
more than one hundred (100) apartments shall secure the regular
services of a house physician.
o. Fire-fighting Facilities.
The apartel shall provide fire-fighting facilities in accordance with
the Fire Code of the Philippines.
p. Lounge and Reception Counter.

There shall be a reasonably furnished lounge commensurate with
the size of the apartel. The reception counter shall be attended by
trained and experienced staff and shall also be provided with a
telephone.
q. Security.
entrances and exits of the apartel premises. The apartel shall see
to it that the tenants shall have a good, peaceful and comfortable
lodging during their stay in the apartel,
CHAPTERV
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS FOR TOURIST INNS
Section 15. Requirements for Tourist Inns. For purposes of accreditation,

the following are the minimum requirements for the establishment, operation and
maintenance of a Tourist Inn:
a. Location.
The tourist inn, except those already existing at the time of the
promulgation of these Rules, shall be located along th~ principal
highways or transportation routes and shall open to business on a
tvventy-four (24) hour basis.
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b. Bedroom Facilities and Furnishing.

• All bedrooms shall have attached toilet and bath equipped with
24-hour service of funning water. They shall have adequate
natural as weii as artificiai iight and ventilation and shall be
furnished with comfortable beds and quality furniture (mirror,
writing table, chair, closet and dresser). .
• Walls shall be painted or wall-wrapped and kept clean and
pleasing to the eye. Windows shall be furnished with clean and
appropriate draperies. Floors shall of good flooring materials.
• All single bedrooms shall have a floor area of not less than
nine (9) square meters and all twin-rooms or double-rooms
shall have a floor area of not less than sixteen (16) square
meters.
e There shall be vacuum jugs and thermos flasks with drinking
water with glasses in each bedroom. There shall be adequate
supply of clean linen, blankets and towels that shall be
changed regularly.
c. Parking.
There shall be adequate parking space for vehicles proportionate
to the number of lettable rooms and other public facilities of the
inn.
d. Reception.
There shall be reception and information counter attended by
qualified, trained and experienced staff. There shall be a lobby
and a well-appointed lounge for seating and/or reading purposes.
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There shall be adequate telephone facilities for the use of all
"6' guests in all public areas. Services for long distance telephone
calls or overseas shall be made available upon request.
. f. Radio/Television.
There shall be provisions for radios and/or television sets for the
use of guests upon request.
g. Dining Room.
There shall be well-equipped, well-furnished and well-maintained
dining room/restaurant for its guests as well as the public in
general: A kitchen, pantry and cold storage shall be designed and
organized to ensure efficiency of operation and shall be well-
maintained, clean and hygienic.
h. Security.
Adequate security shall be provided to all guests and their
belongings.
i. Emergency Power.
Inns with more than fifty (50) lettable rooms shall have emerg~n~y
power facilities to light the common areas and emergency exits In
case of power failure.
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J. Fire-fighting Facilities.
Adequate fire-fighting facilities shall be available as required and
specified by the local fire department in the locality and/or the Fire
Code of the Philippines.
CHAPTER VI
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS FOR MOTELS
Section 15. Requirements for Motels. For purposes of accreditation the

following are the minimum requirements for the establishment, operation and
maintenance of motels:
a. Location.
The motel, except those already existing shall be located along or
close to the highways or major transportation routes. It shall have
at least ten (10) units.
b. Garage.
The motel shall have an individual garage or a common parking
space for the vehicle of its guests.
c. Bedroom.
Each unit shall be provided with a fully air-conditioned bedroom,
or at least, an electric fan, and shall be furnished with comfortable
bed/s, clean pillows, linen and bedsheets.
d. Toilet and Bathroom.

The unit shall be provided with attached toilet and bathroom with
cold and hot water, clean towels, tissue paper and soap.
e. Telephone.
There shall be a telephone or call-bell in each unit.
f. Staff and Service.

The motel staff shall be trained, experienced, courteous and
efficient. They shall wear clean uniform while on duty.
g. Medical Services.
Medical services on an emergency basis shall be made available.
h. Fire-fighting Facilities.
Adequate fire-fighting facilities shall be provided for each separate
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unit/building, in accordance with the Fire Code of the Philippines.
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I Efficient housekeeping shall be maintained.
k. Maintenance.
L Efficient maintenance of the motel in all its sections (i.e. building

ground, furniture, fixtures, public rooms, air-conditioning, etc.)
shall be provided on a continuing basis.
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I. Other facilities.
The motel may, at its option, serve food and drinks exclusively to
its guests, and install such other special facilities necessary for
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m. Signboard.
All motels shall keep and display in a conspicuous place outside
the establishment a signboard showing clearly the name of the
motel.
Section 17. Registry. All motels shall keep a Motel Registry Book. All guests
seeking accommodation in the establishment shall be required to register the
following particulars in the Registry Book:
a. Full name;
b. Address;
c. Number, date and place of issue of Residence Certificate Class
"A", or Driver's License, or Passport.
The motel management is required to maintain a separate logbook of the

plate number of the vehicles or cars used by its customers or guests coming into or
leaving the motels.
Section 18. Entry in the Motel Registration Book. The date prescribed in
the preceding section shall be entered forthwith by the guests, or if unable to write,
by the motel keeper or motel clerk.
Section 19. Minors to be Accompanied by Parent or Guardian. No motel

shall accept for lodging or accommodation any person below 18 years of age unless
accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Section 20. Departure of Guests. On the departure of the guests, the motel
clerk shall record in the Registry Book the date and hour of their departure.
Section 21. Room Rates. In addition to daily rates, motels may likewise
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No guest who desires to be accommodated on a daily rate basis shall be·

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The rental rates shall be posted prominently at the reception counter and/or f'L-.
at the door of each room. /
CHAPTER VII
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS FOR PENSIONS
Section 22. Requirements for Pensions. For purposes of accreditation, tile

following are the minimum requirements for the establishment, operation and
maintenance of a pension.
a. Size.
p', pension shall have at least five (5) !ettab!e rooms.
b. Bedrooms.
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The bedrooms shall be provided with sufficient number of

comfortable beds commensurate with the size of the room. Each
room shall have adequate natural as well as artificial light and
ventilation. It shall be provided with at least an electric fan, writing
table, a closet, a water jug with glasses proportionate to the
number of beds in the room. Rooms shall be clean and presentable
and reasonably furnished to depict the true atmosphere of a
Filipino home.
c. Common Toilet and Bathroom.

The establishment shall provide a toilet and bathroom to be used in
common by the guests. There shall be at least one (1) toilet and
one (1) bathroom/shower for every five (5) guests.
d. Linen.
There shall be adequate supply of clean linen and towels. Soap
and tissue paper shall be provided at all times.
e. Living Room.
There shall be a reasonably furnished lounge or living room area
commensurate with the size of the pension where guests may
receive visitors, watch television or read.
f. Dining Room.
The pension shall have a dining room which shall be available for
the common use of its guests.
CHAPTER VIII
APPLICATION FOR ACCREDITATION
(~ Section 23. Filing of Application. Any person, partnership, corporation Of

b other entity desiring to secure an accreditation from the Department shall
accomplish in duplicate and file with the Department, the application prescribed for
such purpose.
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Unless otherwise indicated in the form, the application shall be accompanied by two
(2) copies of the following documents;
a. In the case of corporation or partnership, a certified true copy of the

Articles of Incorporation, its by-laws, or Articles of Partnership and
amendments thereof, duly registered with the Securities and
Exchange Commission, and Business Name Certificate and
amendments thereof, if any.
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statements for the preceding year of its operation (not applicable
for new establishments).
c. List of the names of all officials and employees and their respective
designations. nationalities, home addresses; for alien personnel -
valid visa from the Bureau of Immigration and the appropriate
permit from the Department of Labor and Employment. d. Mayor's
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e. Such other papers or documents as may be required from time to
time by the Department.
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Section 25. Creation of an Inspection Team. After the application form has
been filed, the Department shall create an inspection team composed of at least two
(2) members from the Department.
Section 26. Ocular Inspection of Establishment and its Immediate

Premises. Upon receipt of its mission order, the inspection team shall conduct an
ocular inspection of the establishment and its immediate premises for the purpose
of determining whether it meets the minimum standards set by the. Department for
the establishment's accreditation. The DOT team shall be accompanied by a
representative of the establishment during the inspection.
Section 27. Checklist to be Accomplished During Ocular Inspection of

Establishment. The team shall provide itself with a set of checklist of the
requirements for the establishment. All deficiencies found, as well as the
requirements complied with shall be noted in the checklist.
Section 28. All Observation of the Applicant shall be Entered in the

Checklist. Any observation of the applicant or his duly authorized representative
present at the time of the inspection on any adverse finding of the team shall be
entered in tho checklist Tho applicant shall
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Section 29. Report of the Team. Within five (5) days from the date of the
inspection of the establishment and its immediate premises, the team shall render a
report of its findings and/or recommendations.
Section 30. Issuance of Certificate of Accreditation. If the applicant has

satisfactorily complied with the prescribed minimum requirements, the Department
shall then issue the Certificate of Accreditation in favor of the applicant.
Section 31. Validity of Certificate of Accreditation. The Certificate of

Accreditation shall be valid for a period of one (1) year from the date of issue,
unless sooner revoked by the Department.
Section 32. Accreditation Fees. The following schedule of accreditation

fees shall be collected from the applicants that have complied with the pertinent
requirements for accreditation:
Hotel
De Luxe Class P 2,200.00
First Class P 1,980.00
Resort
Standard Class
Economy Class
P 1,650.00
P 1,100.00
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ClassAA P 1,100.00
Class A P 550.00
Special Interest Resort P 550.00
Tourist Inn P 550.00
Apartel P 385.00
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Pension House P 220.00
Motorist Hotel P 220.00
CHAPTER IX
GROUNDS FOR CANCELLATION OF ACCREDITATION
Section 33. Grounds for Cancellation of Accreditation. Any of the

following acts. omissions or offenses shall be sufficient orounds for the cancellation
of accreditation: -
a. Making any false declaration or statement or making use of any

such declaration or statement or any document containing the
same or committing fraud or any act of misrepresentation for the
purpose of obtaining the issuance of accreditation;
b. Failure to comply with or contravene any of the conditions set forth
in the certificate of accreditation;
c. Failure to meet the standards and requirements for the operation of
the establishment; d. Allowing or permitting the establishment or
its facilities to be used for illegal, immoral or illicit activities; and
e. Violation of or non-compliance with any of the provisions of these
Rules, promulgated orders, decisions and circulars issued by the
Department and other concerned government agencies.
CHAPTER X
SUPERVISION OF ACCREDITED ESTABLISHMENTS
Section 34. Display of Certificate of Accreditation. The certificate of

accreditation shall be displayed in a conspicuous place of the establishment.
Section 35. Non-Transferability of Certificate of Accreditation. The rights

over the accreditation shall be non-transferable.
Section 36. Periodic Inspection. When necessary or when public good

dictates, the Department may send an inspection team to the establishment for the
purpose of finding out whether it is being kept and/or managed in a manner
conformable to the standards set by the Department. The inspection shall be
conducted at a reasonable time of the day with due regard and respect accorded to
the right to privacy of parties concerned.
Section 37. Defects and Deficiencies Found During the Inspection.

\J\!here certain defects and deficiencies have been found in the courses of the
inspection, the Department shall give direction to the keeper, manager or operator
to rectify the defects or deficiencies within a reasonable period of time.
Section 38. Penalty for Failure to Remedy the Defects, etc. If the
management fails to remedy the defects or deficiencies, the Department may
revoke the Certificate of Accreditation of the establishment.
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Section 39. Gambling and Disorderly Conduct Hotel, resort, tourist inn,
motel, apartel and pension house keepers, managers or operators shall exert all
efforts not to allow gambling of any form, drunkenness, or disorderly conduct of any
kind by anyone in the establishment and its immediate premises.
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Section 40. Prostitution and Other Immoral/Illegal Activities. Managers

or operators of hotels, resorts, tourist inns, motels, apartels and pension houses
shall exert all possible efforts not to permit any person whom they know or have
reason to be1ieve to be eithei a prostitute, a pedophile Oi of questionable character
~o occ~py a room or to enter the premises. To accomplish this end, they shall
Immediately report to the nearest police station the presence of any such person in
the premises.
CHAPTER XI
MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
Section 41. Confidential Character of certain Data. Information and

documents received or filed with the Department in pursuance of the requirements
of these Rules shall be treated as confidential and shall not be divulged to any
private party without the consent of the party concerned.
Section 42. Separability Clause. The provisions of these Rules are hereby
declared separable, and in the event that anyone or more such provisions are
declared invalid, the validity of all other provisions shall not be affected thereby .
. Section 43. Repealing Clause. All existing Rules and Regulations or

Circulars issued by the Department of Tourism which are inconsistent with the
provisions of these Rules, are hereby repealed and/or modified accordingly.
Section 44. Effectivity. These Rules and Regulations shall take effect
immediately.
APPROVED AND PROMULGATED THIS 26TH DAY OF AUGUST 1992, MANILA,

PHILIPPINES.
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Section 32. Accreditation of Tourism Oriented/Related Establishments
and Tour Guides. - No person, natural or juridical shall keep, manage, or operate
any building, edifice or premise, or a completely independent part thereof, for the
purpose of engaging tourism business without having first secured a license permit
from the Business Permit and Licensing Office to operate the same, and a
certificate of accreditation of the establishment from the TPD.
Section 33. Who are' Authorized to Sign the Application for

Accreditation. _ In the filing of application for accreditation, the following shall be
authorized to sign said application:
a) In the case of sole proprietorship, the owner thereof or his duly

authorized representative.
b) In the case of partnership, one of the partners designated on a
sworn certification by all partners to sign the application or person
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Excellence should submit copy of their Mayor's Permit to the City Tourism Office.
ARTICLE X
INTER-GOVERNMENT RELATIONSHIP
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Section 34. The Iriga City Tourism Council. - The Iriga City Tourism
Council will be an instrument for inter-government coordination, communication and
cooperation on tourism and related issues. It shall promote harmonious relationship
between LGUs and government instrumentalities and facilitate open communication
between them.
Section 35. In case of conflict among local government instrumentalities, the

purpose, objectives and intent of the Tourism Code of Iriga shall prevail.
Section 36. Baranqay Local Government Units should regularly appropriate

funds for programs and projects of the Barangay Local Tourism Committee subject
to the availability of such funds.
Section 37. Local Government Units should closely coordinate with the PNP
and f'\+ho~ enforcement f'\rn~ni":l'~+if'\nc: f"r tho special h-~ininn
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assigned to tourism destinations and zones.
Section 38. The City Tourism Council shall seek the assistance of
appropriate government agencies in the implementation of its policies and activities
to attain its objectives.
ARTICLE XI
TOURISM RESOURCES
Section 39. The Tourism Resources. - Tourism resources are any natural,
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Section 40. Inventory and Classification of Resources. - The City

Tourism Office, in coordination with the City Tourism Councll, shall periodically
make an inventory to identify and classify the. resources available that provide
opportunities for tourism development.
Section 41. Assessment of Resources. - The City Tourism Office shall

periodically conduct an objective and realistic assessment of the quality and
quantity of resources that can be used for tourism purposes.
Section 42. Classification of Tourism Destinations. - The Cirl Tourism
Office, in coordination with the City Tourism Council and the respective Barangay
LGU, shall on an annual basis, classify tourism sites as destinations in accordance
with DOT standards as existing, emerging and potential destinations.
Section 43. Prioritized Tourism Destination. - Tourism destinations that

are given higher classification category shall be included among the priority for
promotion and marketing. The classification will guide tour operators and tourists
where to go and what to do.
Section 44. Investment and Development. - The City Tourism Office, in

coordination with the City Tourism Council, shall encourage Barangay LGUs to
invest in and develop their respective tourist destinations.
Section 45. Protection and Preservation. - The City Tourism Office and the
City Tourism Council, in coordination with Barangay LGUs, shall ensure the integrity
of all tourism resources for its protection and preservation.
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ARTICLE XII
INCENTIVES
Section 46. Incentives. - All tourisiii-ielated investments in the City with

capitalization of PhP 50,000.00 but not less than PhP3.0 Million shall avail of the
following incentives:
1. Technical Assistance and Networking:

2. Projects for restoration of cultural heritage sites shan be given tax
holidays to be determined by LGUs concerned.
3. Inclusion in all marketing and promotional collaterals.
Tourism Establishments with capitalization of PhP 3.0 Million and above that
intend to avail of incentives referred to the Iriga Investments and Incentive Board.
Section 47. Recommendation and Endorsement. -The endorsement shall

be issued by the City Tourism Office to establishments that have fully met the
requirements of the Iriga City Tourism Council and the Barangay LGUs concerned
where the tourism investment is located.
ARTICLE XIII
ASSESSMENT, MONITORING AND EVALUATION
Section 48. Monitoring and Evaluation System. - The City Tourism Office,
together vvith the City Tourism Council and the respective 8arangay LGUs, shall
establish a monitoring and evaluation system in order to evaluate the economic,
social and environmental impact of the tourism activity. They should cover all
elements that are crucial to sustainability of the tourism resource in compliance with
the provisions of this Code. Monitoring and evaluation indicators should include
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ARTICLE XIV
TOURISM TRAINING INSTITUTION
Section 49. Coordination with both Government and Private Tourism
Institutions. - The City Tourism Office should coordinate with both government and
private tourism entities to institutionalize tourism training programs, formal and
informal, with corresponding certification upon completion.
Section 50. Linkages. - Both the City Tourism Office and the Iriga City
Tourism Council shall strengthen their networking and linkages to access financial
and technical resources including organizing a pool of trainers to provide other skills
trainings needed by the industry.
Section 51. Training Programs and Laboratory. Local communities shall

have priority access to all tourism training programs. Iriga City shall work out for the
establishment of Tourism and Training Center and shall serve the city's tourism
training laboratory for its training programs.
ARTICLE XV
SUPPLETORY PROVISIONS
Section 52. National Laws, Rules, Regulations and Issuances

Applicability. - In the implementation of the provisions of th.is Code, r. ference shall
always be made to national existing laws, rules, regulations and Issuances on
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Tourism. For this purpose, the Iriga City Tourism Council shall issue directives to
spell out with clarity specific provisions of law applicable in the City.
Section 53. Penal Provisions. - Penal provisions provided for in specific

tourism laws, rules, regulations are hereby adopted to protect the best interest of
tourists, stakeholders, visitors and the general public.
Section 54. Applicability of the Environment Code. - Relevant provisions

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ARTICLE XVI
FUNDING REQUIREMENTS
Section 55. Regular Budgets.
A. Barangay Local Government Units shall include in their annual

budgets such estimated funding requirements for the development of
tourism facilities, access roads and amenities.
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Section 56. Funding Support from the National Government. - Specific

tourism projects may be undertaken with funding support from the National
Government through representations made by the City and the Barangay Local
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SEPARABILITY CLAUSE
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EFFECTIVITY OF ORDINANCE
Section 58. Effectivity of Code. - This Code shall take effect upon its
approval.
UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
ENACTED: FEBRUARY 16, 2015
we: HEREBY CERTIFY to the correctness of the foregoing ordinance.
City Vice-Mayor & Presiding Officer )_)

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VICE
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ATTESTED:
APPROVED: () I fl j/ ! .
Eht. RONALD FELIX Y. Ai;ELOR
City ~yor
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DATE APPROVED:
MAR 272015 _

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.4~f9j:")~ Republic of the Philippines \

EXCERPTS FROM THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE

ABSENT: HON. CHRISTIAN EMMANUEL T. ALFELOR

ORDINANCE NO. 2015-01

AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE IRIGA CITY TOURISM CODE WHICH

Author: Hon. Sofronio Sonny B. Magistrado

WHEREAS, Republic Act No. 9593 recognizes that tourism is an

WHEREAS, Iriga City located in spectacular setting, is endowed with natural

WHEREAS, the adoption of a tourism code, a blue print of progress and

NOW, THEREFORE, on motion of Hon. Sofronio Sonny B. Magistrado,

RESOLVED, AS IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, by the City Council in session

AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING 'T~E IRIGA CITY TOURISM CODe W~IC~

Section 1. Title. - This ordinance shall be known as the "Tourism Code of

Section 2. Declaration of Policy. - It is hereby declared the policy of the

a. Conserve the natural environment including its biodiversity;

j. Identify, develop and promote existing and potential tourism areas

Section 3. Operating Principles - The formulation and implementation of

a. As a steward of the city's environment and natural resources, it is

unit shall be harmonized and reconciled to give effect to the

Section 4. Coverage. - This code shall govern all tourism-related matters

In accordance with the local conditions and peculiarities obtaining the

Section 6. Definition of Terms. - In addition to the terms and phrases duly

a. Accreditation - a certification issued by the appropriate

storytellers, craftsmen and artisans, other labor skills from chefs to

liquid waste facilities, security and service facilities, and

economic activity of the areas;

restaurants, shops and departments stores, sports and

Section 7. Physical Infrastructure - Local governments and private

Towards this end, local governments shall:

a. Enhance travel infrastructure facilities connecting to tourist

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Section 8. Human Resource Infrastructures - Acknowledging tourism as a

a. Provide financial and technical support for the professionalization

b. Organize and train a team of City trainers to capacitate and

Section 9. Leaal and Reaulatorv Infrastructure

a. The tourism industry is governed by national and local laws as well

B) Accredited Private Sectors:

All Private Sector Representatives shall be duly recognized or accredited by

Section 12. Board of Directors - The Board of Directors shall be composed

Section 13. Process of Selection - The process of selection for

Section 15. Membership - The Council shall be composed of sixty perce

which, nevertheless, are interested in the promotion and

1. Membership fees and/or dues approved by the Members and the

a. Help identify, develop and promote potential tourism attractions;

d. ~~~:~euri:~s~~ii~:;ble tourism programs and projects for the

h. Formulate and recommend the implementation of programs and

Section 22. Powers and Functions. - As the primary operating agency of

a. Initiate and organize tourism and cultural activities;

people's organizations (POs) in planning and implementing tourism

Section 23. Creation of Barangay Community in Tourism. - To provide a

Section 24. Functions of the Barangay Committee on Tourism

a) Formulate plans and programs for tourism and beautification in the

Barangay Tourism Programs and park beautification;

SECTION 26. Attached Division/Office and Committee. - The City

a) Promote the City as a:

protect historical sites and the environment from any adverse

Section 26. Development Options. - The development of the tourism sector

. . Section 27. Identification of Tourism Development Areas. - The City shall

attraction, hints of its cataclysmic landslide.

As a protected landscape, in accordance with the City Ordinance No.

Areas belonging to 10%-30% slope shall be devoted to Eco-Tourism,

The Raffiesia Irigaense discovered in the gullies of Mt. Iriga, smallest

Presently, mountaineering is a regular activity. Support facilities such