Bakun Municipal Tourism Code

Regular Meeting
December 14, 2021
PRESENT: HON. EDWARD BUSCOL, Mun. Vice-Mayor/Presiding Officer

HON. JESUS LOZANO, Sangguniang Bayan Member
HON. JUNE RAYMUNDO SUNI-EN, -do-
HON. AMANDO CAMODAG, -do-
HON. DELFIN KILIP, -do-
HON. MARCIANO KIGISAN, JR., -do-
HON. EDGAR OGNADEN, -do-
HON. DIXIE LA MADRID -do-
HON. MARK BAYAWA, -do-
HON. BERTO BALISTO, IP Representative/SB Member
HON. VIRGILIO ACQUISIO, ABC President/SB Member
HON. JEMMALYN LAURIAN, SKF President/SB Member
ABSENT: NONE
MUNICIPAL ORDINANCE NO.15- 2021
FORMULATING AND ESTABLISHING THE BAKUN TOURISM CODE WHICH

PROVIDES FOR THE RULES AND REGULATIONS GOVERNING THE TOURISM
INDUSTRY IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF BAKUN, BENGUET; ITS
ADMINISTRATION, PROMOTION AND DEVELOPMENT, AND PRESCRIBING
PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS THEREOF, APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
“WHEREAS, it is acknowledged that tourism can serve as the primary engine of growth
for the local economy, and become the focal point of related projects and initiatives;
WHEREAS, the Municipality of Bakun 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, pursuant to section 37 of the Tourism Act o f2009 (R.A. No. 9593), the Local
Government Units are encouraged to utilize their powers under the Local Government Code (R.A.
No. 7160) of 1991 to ensure the preparation and implementation of a tourism plan, the
enforcement of standards and the collection of statistical data for tourism purposes;
WHEREAS, the Local Government Code (R.A. No. 7160) of 1991 provides that Local
Government Units shall endeavour to be self-reliant and shall continue exercising the powers and
discharging the duties and functions currently vested upon them. The Local Government Units
shall likewise exercise such other powers and discharge such other functions and responsibilities
as are necessary, appropriate, or incidental to efficient and effective provision of the basic services
and facilities;
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WHEREAS, the basic services and facilities includes among others, the regulatory power
of the Local Government Unit over the operation, maintenance of all tourism-oriented/related
business establishment such as: homestay, inns, hotels and other similar and recreational facilities;
museum of history and arts and similar facilities; including travel agencies, transport group and
tourist guides and porters;
WHEREAS, the enactment of rules and regulations is of paramount importance to govern
the efficient and effective operation and maintenance of all tourism sites, preservation and
protection of the environment while maximizing the tourism potential of the municipality;
NOW THEREFORE, on motion duly seconded,
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE SANGGUNIANG BAYAN IN SESSION
ASSEMBLED, THAT:
TITLE I - GENERAL PROVISIONS
SECTION 1. Title. This ordinance shall be known as “TOURISM CODE”.
SECTION 2. Scope. This ordinance shall govern and regulate tourism development and
promotion programs of and within the municipality, including the licensing, registration and
supervision of the operations of tourism-oriented/related establishments.
SECTION 3. Application. This ordinance shall apply to all private and government
owned or controlled entities such as hotel, homestay and other similar establishment, restaurant
and coffee shops, SPA, souvenir shop, rest rooms, sports and recreational facilities, travel and tour
agencies, transport group, tourist guides, porters and other organizations/establishment that are
tourism-oriented/related providing all forms of tourism activities like mountain climbing,
camping, kayaking, trekking, water rafting, boating, rappelling and others.
SECTION 4. Construction. These rules and regulations shall be liberally construed in
order to promote their objectives.
SECTION 5. Legal Authority. The legal authority for the implementation of this Tourism
Code is vested upon to the following:
a. The Local Chief Executive. The Municipal Mayor is the Chief Operation Officer of all
tourism programs of the Municipality of Bakun. He designates the chairperson of all
institutionalized tourism programs which are observed regularly in the Municipality.
b. The Sangguniang Bayan Committee on Tourism. The Committee provides legislative
aid to support tourism programs and development projects in the Municipality of Bakun.
c. The Municipal Tourism Officer. The Municipal Tourism Officer is appointed and shall
perform all functions and responsibilities related to tourism as provided in section 125 of
R. A. No. 9593 otherwise known as Tourism Act of 2009 and as directed by the Chief
Executive.
d. The Municipal Tourism Council. The Municipal Tourism Council recommends policies
and programs for the promotion, maintenance, and development of tourism in the
Municipality of Bakun.
e. Bakun Tourism Promotion Board. The Bakun Tourism Promotion Board shall be
responsible in the promotion and marketing of the services and known destinations of the
Municipality of Bakun both in domestic and international tourism, highlighting the unique
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improvement of important destinations. Community activities, with the end view of
increasing tourist arrivals and tourism investment, marketing of the municipality;
attracting, promoting, facilitating and servicing events, environmental fairs and
conventions, congress, sport competitions, expositions and the like; ensuring the
promotion and advertising of major tourism destinations and products and providing
opportunities and privileges to travel agencies, tour operators, wholesalers and investors,
drawing sizeable number of tourist and tourism investment in the municipality,
f. The Barangay Officials. The officials of each barangay shall manage and monitor tourism
activities within their respective locality. The Barangay Council Committee on Tourism
shall coordinate regularly with the Municipal Tourism Office regarding tourism activities
in their respective barangay.
SECTION 6. Local Tourism Development Plan. The municipality shall formulate
Tourism Development Plan that integrate zoning, land use, infrastructure development and
investments to be submitted to the Department of Tourism for approval as to consistency of the
said local tourism development plan with national policies and development plans.
SECTION 7. Local Government Capability Enhancement. The municipality shall
develop a comprehensive capacity-building program to enhance the capability of the Local
Government Unit to monitor and administer tourism activities, and enforce tourism laws,
ordinances, rules and regulations.
SECTION 8. Tourism Assistance. The municipality shall establish a Tourist Information
and Assistance Center to assist tourists,visitors and tourism- oriented/related establishments.
SECTION 9. Definition Of Terms. When used in this code, the following terms shall,
unless the context otherwise indicates, have the following meaning:
a. Accreditation. A certification issued by the Department of Tourism to a tourism
enterprise that officially recognizes it as having complied with the minimum standards
for the operation of tourism facilities and services.
b. Act. The Republic Act No. 9593, otherwise known as the “Tourism act of 2009”.
c. Adventure Tourism. Mountain Climbing/Trekking, rappelling, camping, mountain
biking, boating and other similar activities.
d. Agri Tourism. Is a form of tourism activity conducted in a rural farm area which may
include tending to farm animal, planting, harvesting and processing of farm products.
It covers attractions, services and amenities as well as other resources of the area to
promote appreciation of the local culture, heritage and traditions through personal
contact with the local people.
e. Agri Tourism/Farm Site, is a working farm producing and/or showcasing raw and/or
processed products.
f. Apartment Hotel (Apartel). Any building or edifice containing several independent
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.
g. Camping. Overnight stay at designated camp sites.
h. Campsite. The ground in public or private land purposely for camping activities.
i. Cave. A place public or private purposely for caving activities.
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k. Department. The Department of Tourism created pursuant to Presidential Decree No.
189 (1973), as amended.
l. Department Store. A store that sells or carries several lines of merchandise and that
is organized into separate sections for the purpose of promotion, service, accounting
and control.
m. Entrance Fee. A fee collected from tourists and set by the Sangguniang Bayan
purposely for monitoring the entry of tourists within the territorial tourist destination.
n. Environmental Fee. A fee collected from tourists and tourism- oriented/related
establishments, set by the Sangguniang Bayan to sustain eco-tourism programs for the
municipality.
o. Excursionist. A person who opted for a jaunt or short trip for pleasure for less than
twenty four (24) hours.
p. Farm Tour. Refers to the activity of visiting an agri-tourism/farm site for the purpose
of participating in or enjoying farm activities and other attractions offered.
q. Farm Products. Refers to fresh and processed products of the farm.
r. Hotel. Means a building, edifice or premises or a completely independent part thereof,
which is used for the regular reception, accommodation or lodging of travellers and
tourists and the provision of services incidental thereto for a fee.
s. Homestay. Alternative accommodation facilities operated by homeowners, offering
board and lodging while extending the best Filipino hospitality, culture and lifestyle to
its guests.
t. Inbound Tour. Means tour of groups/individuals to the Philippines or any place within
the Philippines.
u. License or Permit. Is a right or permission granted in accordance with the law or by
a competent authority to engage in some business or occupation or to engage in some
transaction.
v. Motorist Hotel (Motel). Any structure with several separate units, primarily located
along the highway with individual or common parking spaces, where motorists may
obtain lodging and, in some instances, meals.
w. Museum. An institutional establishment where a collection of valuable objects and
artifacts on history and culture, art sciences are put on exhibition for the general public.
x. Municipality. Refers to the Municipality of Bakun.
y. Office. Refers to the Municipal Tourism Office.
z. Outbound Tour. Means a tour to any other place outside of the Philippines.
aa. 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.
bb. Porter. A person licenced to carry personal properties of tourists or excursionist with
a corresponding fee, commission or any other lawful remuneration for the services
rendered. Porters shall be well-trained in rescue operations and first aid by authorized
competent government agencies.
cc.Primary Tourism Enterprises. These are facilities and services that are directly
related to tourism such as, but not limited to, travel and tours services: inbound travel
agencies and tour operators, local tour operators, ecotourism operators and tour guides
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and porters; tourist transport services whether for land, sea and air transport
exclusively or majority of its seats are for tourist use, including tourist drivers,
accommodation establishments such as, but not limited to, hotels, resorts, apartments
hotel, tourist inns, motels, pension house, private homes used for homestay,
ecolodges, condotels, serviced apartments and bed and breakfast facilities; hotel and
tourism estate management services, meetings, incentives, conventions and exhibition
organizers and facilities but not limited to, dive shops, amusement parks, adventure
and ecotourism facilities; foreign exchange dealers and such enterprises as maybe
identified by the DOT secretary after consultation with concerned sectors.
dd. Professional Congress/Exhibition/Special Events Organizer. Shall mean an entity
which may either be a sole proprietorship, partnership or corporation, extending to
individuals or groups such services pertaining to the management, organization and
conduct of conventions, congresses, seminars, symposia, exhibitions and other special
events and/or activities.
ee. Resort. Any place situated and anchored on a natural setting such as rivers, lakes,
mountains, hillside; offering food, accommodation, and nature-based activities and
recreational facilities for a fee.
ff. Restaurant. Any commercial establishments offering to the public meals, beverages
and drinks.
gg. Secondary Tourism Enterprises. The facilities and services that may be related to
tourism such as, but not limited to, restaurants, specialty shops and department stores;
sports facilities and recreational centers such as, museum and galleries, theme parks,
zoos; health and wellness facilities such as, but not limited to, spas, tertiary hospitals,
ambulatory clinics and medical concierge; rest areas in gas stations; agri-tourism farms
and facilities; tourism training centers and institutes, including tourism trainers; and
such other enterprises as may be identified by the DOT secretary, after due consultation
with concerned sectors.
hh. Souvenir Shop. Any licensed commercial establishment which can either be a single
proprietorship, partnership or corporation offering souvenir items on handicraft.
ii. Shop. A retail establishment offering specific lines of goods and services.
jj. Spa. Is an establishment that has a holistic approach to health and wellness, rest and
relaxation that aims to treat the body, mind and spirit by integrating a range of
professionally administered health, wellness, fitness and beauty, water treatment and
services.
kk. Sports And Recreational Facilities. These includes swimming pools, bowling lanes,
tennis courts, pelota or squash courts, golf course, aquatic/water sports facilities,
fishing, water skiing, and similar facilities forming part of the property.
11. Tour Guide. A person accredited/licensed/permitted to assist local or foreign tourists
in their destinations and provides information or any other form or lawful
remuneration. Tour Guides shall be well-trained in rescue operations and first aid by
authorized competent government agencies.
mm. Tour Agency. A commercial entity licensed by the municipality to extend services
pertaining to packaging, organizing, handling and conduct of tours, arrangements or
booking for transportation, accommodation, tour guides, and other related services
incidental to the conduct of said tours.
nn. Tourist Transport Operator. An entity that may either be a single-proprietorship,
partnership or corporation extending to individuals or groups tourist transportation,
oo. Tourism Inn. A lodging establishment catering to transients which does not meet the
minimum requirements of one star hotel.
pp. Travel Agency. A commercial enterprise where a traveller can secure information and
expertise, get partial or impartial counselling, and make arrangements to travel by air,
sea or land to any point of the World.
qq. Travel and Tour Agency. A licensed commercial entity extending services pertaining
to tours and its various components, and travel arrangements to any point in the world,
rr. Training Center. Any establishment which offers one or more training programs for
tourism manpower development and which is equipped with training facilities,
equipment and instructional staff,
ss. Training Program. A module designed for tourism manpower
development.
tt. Trainer. Any individual who conducts training programs as specified in the preceding
paragraph.
uu. Tourism Development Plan. A strategic framework that provides paragraph for the
orderly and rational development of the tourism sector within the given area, providing
the policy and approaches to develop, promote, integrate various programs and projects
such as, but not limited to, accessibility, including infrastructure and transportation,
investments and businesses, environment, cultural heritage, tourism products,
marketing, human resources development, community development, among others,
w . Tourist. Any person who makes a tour for leisure, educational trip, mountain climbing,
rappelling, trekking, camping, and spelunking/caving for more than twenty four (24)
hours.
TITLE n
SUPERVISION AND CONTROL
SECTION 10. Administrative and Technical Set-Up for Implementation. For

purposes of implementing the provisions of this ordinance, the Chief Executive, Sangguniang
Bayan Committee on Tourism, Municipal Tourism Officer, Municipal Tourism Council, Bakun
Tourism Promotion Board, Municipal Engineer, Municipal Planning and Development
Coordinator and Municipal Treasurer, shall perform administrative and technical duties and
functions.
SECTION 11. Sangguniang Bayan Committee on Tourism. The Sangguniang Bayan
Committee on Tourism is composed of three (3) members namely: Chairman, Vice Chairman and
1 Member.
SECTION 12. Municipal Tourism Council. The Municipal Tourism Council shall
assist the different agencies concerned in the upkeep and maintenance of the following identified
tourist spots, institutions, and information centers and involve aids from government agencies
such as the Department of Education and Non-Governmental Organizations such as Tour Guide
Associations, Farmer’s Associations, and other Sangguniang Bayan-accredited organizations:
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The Municipal Tourism Council shall be composed of the following:
a. The Local Chief Executive as the Honorary Chairman
b. SB Committee Chairman on Tourism as Chairman
c. Federation President of Business Owner/ Proprietor as Vice Chairman
d. Members:
1. Muni cipal Tourism Officer
2. All Punong Barangays
3. Municipal Local Government Operations Officer (MLGOO)
4. Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Officer (MENRO)
5. Municipal Treasurer
6. Municipal Planning & Development Coordinator
7. Municipal Engineer
8. Municipal Health Officer/ Sanitary Inspector
9. Chief of Police, Bakun Municipal Police Station
10. Representative from DePED, Elementary
11. Representative from DePED, Secondary
12. Representative from Hotels, Inns, Lodges & Restaurants Association
13. Representative from Federation of Tour Guides & Porters Association
14. Representative from Homestay Operators
15. Representative from Tourist Transport groups
16. President, Bakun Organic Farmers Practitioner Association
17. President, Bakun Women’s Federation
18. Representative, Indigenous People’s Organization
19. Representative, Federation of Farmer’s Association
20. Representative, Sports Club or Organizations
The Officers of the Municipal Tourism Council are as follows:
a) Chairman
b) Vice Chairman
c) Secretary
d) Treasurer
e) Auditor
f) PIO
SECTION 13. Tourist Spots Managed by the Local Government Unit. The barangay
officials through their Punong Barangay shall be responsible for the management, protection, and
preservation of tourism spots or destinations managed by the LGU in their respective barangay.
The Punong Barangay or the Barangay Kagawad, Committee Chairman on Tourism shall
coordinate closely with the Municipal Tourism Officer, who in turn shall inform the Sanggunian
Bayan, Committee Chairman on Tourism and the Chief Executive. The Barangay Kagawad,
Committee Chairman on Tourism shall submit a quarterly report to the Municipal Tourism Office
a summary of all tourism related activities conducted in their respective barangay for monitoring
and evaluation.
SECTION 14. Collection of Fees. There shall be collected from every
tourist/excursionist, local or foreign, the following fees:
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Environmental Fee P70.00
Entrance Fee P70.00
Camping Fee P70.00
SECTION 15. Exemption. The following shall be exempted from payment of entrance,
camping and environmental fees:
a. Bonafide residents of the Barangay where tourism site is located;
b. Department of Tourism (national) officials and staff on official travel provided that
they show their travel order;
c. Department of Tourism - Cordillera Administrative Region (DOT-CAR)
officials/staff on official travel provided that they show their travel order;
d. Other government officials on official travel with travel order related to tourism.
SECTION 16. Prohibited/Unlawful Acts. For the purpose of this ordinance, the
following shall be prohibited:
a. Littering or scattering of waste materials like cellophane, plastic container, cans,
Styrofoam, and other waste materials for that matter within the destined areas, and
along the access trails, creeks other than in a designated waste disposal areas/system;
b. Wearing of indecent or seductive attires;
c. Indecent or scandalous acts;
d. Hanging of signs or cutting/carving/etching on trees, making writings or inscriptions
on stones, structures or markers;
e. Carrying of firearms or any other hunting equipment;
f. Bringing in of intoxicating liquor;
g. Intentional destruction of plants and killing of animals within the sites;
h. Smuggling out of plants or animals from sites;
i. Acts which tend to offend or degrade the cultural practices of the community.
j . Burning within the campsite.
In addition to the above prohibited acts, tourist/excursionist are required to observe the
“waste in, waste out” procedure.
SECTION 17. Mandatory Registration. All tourists/excursionists shall register at the

Tourist Information and Assistance Center and/or at the Municipal Tourism Office upon arrival
for monitoring and accounting. They shall also log-out at the barangay where they finish their
tour.
TITLE III
ACCREDITATION OF TOURISM ESTABLISHMENT
SECTION 18. Accreditation of Tourism Establishment.

a. Section 122 of R.A. No. 9593 provides that the Department of Tourism shall formulate
J the minimum standards for accreditation thereof and promulgate the appropriate rules
' and regulations to govern the operation of primary and secondary tourism
establishment. Accreditation shall be voluntary for secondary tourism enterprises.
b. The Department of Tourism may however delegate the enforcement of the
accreditation system to Local Government Units that have successfully implemented
their Tourism Development Plan. The Department of Tourism and LGUs shall ensure
compliance by the tourism establishments with the accreditation rules and regulations.
SECTION 19. Application for Accreditation. Application may be filed in the National
and Regional Offices of the Department of Tourism or through ONLINE processing.
SECTION 20. Value of Accreditation. Only establishments who shall comply with the
provisions of this ordinance shall be beneficiaries of promotional trainings and other programs of
the Department of Tourism, LGU and its attached agencies and corporations.
SECTION 21. Registration and Mayor’s Permit. No person, natural or juridical, shall
keep, manage or operate any building, edifice or premises or a completely independent part
thereof, for the purpose of engaging in the business of, or related to, tourism without first having
issued a certificate of registration by the Office and a Mayor’s Permit to operate as such by the
Chief Executive. Such application for registration and mayor’s permit shall be processed in
accordance with the procedures provided in the Revenue Code and in this Ordinance. In this
connection, all tourism activities in the Municipality of Bakun or any entity violating this
provision shall be subjected to the penalties herein provided.
SECTION 22. Confidential Character of Certain Data. Information and documents
received by and filed under this ordinance shall be treated as confidential and shall not be divulged
to any private party without the consent of the party concerned or upon the order of the Municipal
Tourism Office or as ruled by the court of justice as the case maybe.
SECTION 23. Copy of Ordinance Made Available for Inspection. Every company,
firm, and/or related establishment engaged in the business or related to tourism, shall keep a copy
of this ordinance open to inspection whenever any of its guests or clients shall request to be shown
a copy thereof.
SECTION 24. Power to Hear and Resolve Complaints. Any complaints filed to the
office involving primary and secondary enterprises by guests/clients for violation of any of the
provisions of this ordinance or circulars issued by the Office shall be endorsed to the Legal Office
for legal action and proper disposition and resolution of the case, in accordance with its rules and
procedures governing complaints.
SECTION 25. Submission of Reports and Other Documents. Every company, firm
and/or establishment categorized as Primary Enterprise and other enterprises that may be required
shall mandatory submit within the time specified herein four (4) copies of the following reports
and documents:
a. Articles of Incorporation and Constitution and By-laws, Articles of Partnership or any
amendments thereof, as the case may be, within five (5) days from the date of the
original registration and/or amendment with the appropriate government agency;
b. Replacements of any Director or other principal officers of the corporation, partnership
or association, with the indication of nationality of each new officer, and accompanied
by a copy of his certificate of citizenship, if a naturalized Filipino, within five (5) days
c. Replacements/resignations/separation of the managers, the assistant manager, or any
other member of the staff within three (3) days after the change;
d. Any change in the personnel complement stating the respective designation, salaries
(including other compensation), nationalities, home addresses, within five (5) days
from such changes;
e. Any change in the dimension of the office measurement, office extensions and transfer
of address;
f. Monthly reports of actual number of arrivals, guests/clients services and other data as
may be required by the Office shall be submitted on or before the fifth (5th) day of the
month.
SECTION 26. Code of Ethics. Both primary and secondary enterprises,
owners/keepers/managers and their sectoral associations/councils, if any, shall formulate a Code
of Ethics within sixty (60) days from the date of approval of this code which shall govern the
conduct of their respective members in dealing with one another and the conduct to be observed
by their staff or employees toward each other and their clients. A copy thereof shall be submitted
to the Office within thirty (30) days from the adoption of such Code of Ethics.
SECTION 27. Establishment of Aid, Assistance and Support of Other Government
Agencies. In the implementation of the provisions of this ordinance, circulars and enforcement of
orders and decisions, the Office may enlist the aid, assistance and support of any and all
government agencies, whether civil or military.
TITLE IV
PRIMARY TOURISM ENTERPRISES
ACCOMMODATION ESTABLISHMENTS
CHAPTER I
CLASSIFICATION AND STANDARD REQUIREMENTS FOR HOTELS
SECTION 28. Classification of Hotels. For the purposes of accreditation, hotels are
hereby classified into the following categories, namely:
a. Three Star Hotel
b. Two Star Hotel
c. One Star Hotel
SECTION 29. Requirements for a Three Star Hotel. The following are the minimum
requirements for the establishment, operation and maintenance of a three star hotel:
a. Location. The locality and the environs including approaches shall be suitable for a
three star hotel of international standard. The facade, architectural features and general
construction of building shall have the distinctive qualities of a three star hotel.
b. Bedroom Facilities and Furnishing:
1. Size. All single or double rooms shall have a floor area of not less than twenty (20)
square meters inclusive of bathroom.
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2. Suite. There shall be one (1) suite per forty (40) guest rooms.
3. Bathroom:
a. All rooms shall have bathrooms which shall be equipped with fittings of
the highest quality befitting a three star hotel with 24-hour service of hot
and cold running water;
b. Bathrooms shall be provided with showers and/or bathtubs;
c. Floors and walls shall be covered with impervious material of aesthetic
design and high quality workmanship.
4. Communication Facilities. Each bedroom shall be provided with communication
facilities such as telephone, television, internet-WiFi, etc.
5. Furnishing and Lighting:
a. All guest rooms shall have adequate furniture of very high standard and
very' good design; floors shall have wall-to-wall carpeting; or the flooring
is high quality (marble, mosaic, etc., carpets shall be provided and shall be
proportionate to the size of the room; walls shall be well-furnished with
well-tailored draperies of very high quality material;
b. Lighting arrangements and fixtures in the rooms and bathrooms shall be so
designed as to ensure functional excellence.
6. Information Materials. Room tariffs shall be prominently displayed in each
bedroom plus prominent notices for services offered by the hotel, including food
and beverages outlets and hour of operation, fire exit guidelines and house rules
for guests.
7. Drinking Water. There shall be drinking water and glasses in each bedroom.
8. Room Service. There shall be a 24-hour room service including provisions for
snacks and light refreshments.
c. Front Desk/Reception. There shall be a reception and information counter providing

24 hours service and staffed by trained and experienced personnel:
1. Lounge. There shall be lobby and well-appointed lounge with seating facilities,
the size of which is commensurate with the size of the hotel.
2. Porter Service. There shall be a 24-hour porter service.
3. Foreign Exchange Counter. There shall be duly licensed and authorized foreign
exchange counter.
4. Reception Amenities. There shall be left-luggage room and safety deposit boxes
in the establishment.
5. Long Distance Call/Overseas Calls. Shall be made available in the premises.
6. Mailing Facilities. Mailing facilities including sale of stamps and envelops shall
be available in the premises.
7. Telex Facilities. There shall be available telex-transceiver and facsimile facilities
in the establishment, (optional)
d FOOD AND BEVERAGE:

1. 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 (indigenous food) and providing entertainment.
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2. Bar. Wherever permissible by law, there shall be an elegant and well-stocked bar
with an atmosphere of comfort.
3. Kitchen. 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, tiled walls and adequate floor area, light and ventilation.
4. Crockery. There shall be adequate supply and of best quality and no piece of
crockery shall be chipped, cracked or grazed. The silverwares shall be kept
well-placed and polished at all times.
e. Service Staff. Only qualified and well trained, experienced, courteous, efficient staff
shall be employed. The staff shall be in clean uniforms.
f. Housekeeping. Shall be of high of standard.

1. Linen. There shall be adequate supply of linens, blankets and towels, etc. of good
quality which shall be kept clean. Linen, blankets and towels shall be changed
daily.
2. Laundry/Dry Cleaning Services. Laundry and dry cleaning services shall be
available in the establishment.
3. Carpeting. All public or private rooms shall have high quality carpeting which
should be well kept at all times.
g. Recreational Facilities:
1. Swimming pool. There shall be a well-designed and properly equipped swimming
pool.
2. Tennis/gym/facilities. There shall be one recreational area facility or a tie-up with
one within the vicinity of the hotel.
h. Entertainment. Live entertainment shall be provided.
i. General Facilities:
1. Security Services. Adequate security on 24-hour basis at all entrance and exits of
the hotel premises. Sufficient amount of CCTV or other security devices in public
areas.
2. Medical Services. A medical clinic to service guest and employees with a
registered nurse on a 24 - hour basis and a doctor on-call shall be provided.
3. Service Staff. Shall be highly qualified, trained, experienced, efficient and
courteous staff shall be hired. The staff shall be in smart and clean uniform.
4. Shops. There shall be a sundry shop counter.
5. Parking. There shall be adequate, secured parking space provided for free to
customers.
6. Function Halls/Conference Facilities. There shall be special rooms for
conference/banquet purposes.
7. Special Facilities. Airport/bus terminal transfer services shall be provided upon
request.
j. Engineer
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1. Ventilation. There shall be technologically advance, efficient and adequate
ventilation in all areas of the hotel.
2. Emergency Power. There shall be high-powered generator capable of providing
sufficient lighting for all guest rooms, hallways, public areas/rooms, and operating
elevators, food refrigeration and water services.
3. Fire Prevention. The fire prevention facilities shall conform to the Fire Code of
the Philippines.
4. Lighting. There shall be adequate lighting in all public and private rooms.
5. Air Conditioning. All private and public rooms shall be air-conditioned except in
the areas which are at a minimum of 3000 feet above sea level.
6. Maintenance. Maintenance of all section of the hotel building, furniture, fixtures,
etc. shall be of high quality.
k. Facilities for Disabled. There shall be facilities and provisions for the disabled in
accordance with Batas Pambansa Big. 344 promulgated on May 1985, otherwise known
as an “Act Enhancing the Mobility of Disabled Persons”.
SECTION 30. Requirements for a Two Star Hotel. The following are the minimum
requirements for the establishment, operation and maintenance of a two star hotel:
a. Location. The Locality and the environs including approaches shall be suitable for a
good hotel. The architectural features and general construction of building be of good
standard.
b. Bedroom Facilities And Furnishings:

1. Size. All single or double rooms shall have a floor area of not less than eighteen
(18) square meters inclusive of bathroom.
2. Bathroom. All rooms shall have bathrooms which shall be equipped with showers
and fittings of good standard with cold running water on a 24-hour basis and hot
running water at selected hours.
facilities such as telephone, television, intemet-WiFi, etc.
4. Furnishing and Lighting:
a. All guest rooms shall have furniture of very good standard and design;
floors shall have good quality carpets; walls shall have well-finished; and
drapes shall be well-tailored and of good materials.
b. Lighting arrangements and fixtures in the rooms and bathrooms shall be so
designed as to ensuring complete satisfaction functionality.
5. Information Materials. Room tariffs shall be prominently displayed in each
bedroom plus prominent notices for services offered by the hotel including food
and beverages outlets and hours of operation, fire exit guidelines and house rules
for guests.
7. Room Service. Room service shall be provided at selected hours.
c\ c. Front Desk/Reception. There shall be a reception and information counter providing

twenty 24 hours service and attended by qualified and experienced staff.
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1. Lounge. There shall be well-appointed lounge the size of which shall be
commensurate with the size of the hotel.
2. Porter Service. Shall be made available upon request.
3. Foreign Exchange Counter. There shall be duly licensed and authorized
foreign exchange counter.
4. Reception Amenities. There shall be left-luggage and safety deposit boxes.
5. Long Distance Call/Overseas Calls. Shall be made available upon request.
6. Mailing Facilities. There shall be mailing facility including sale of stamp
and envelops shall be made available upon request.
7. Telex Facilities. Shall be optional.
d. Food and Beverage:
1. Dining Room. There shall be at least one dining room facility which is well-
equipped and well-maintained and serving good (indigenous) quality cuisine and
providing entertainment.
2. Bar. Wherever permissible by law, there shall be a bar.
3. Kitchen. 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, tiled walls and adequate floor area, light and ventilation.
4. Crockery. The crockery so good quality and no piece of crockery shall be chipped,
cracked or grazed. The silverwares shall be kept well-placed and polished at all
times.
e. Service Staff. Only qualified and well trained, experienced, courteous, efficient staff
shall be employed. The staff shall be in clean uniforms.
f. Housekeeping:
1. Linen. There shall be adequate supply of linen, blankets and towels, etc. of
good quality which shall be kept clean. Linen, blankets and towels shall be
changed daily.
2. Laundry/Dry Cleaning Services. Laundry and dry cleaning services shall
be available by arrangement.
3. Carpeting. There shall be carpets in all bedrooms and the floors of public
rooms should be properly covered unless the flooring is of very high
standard.
g. General Facilities:
areas.
2. Medical Services. There shall be a registered nurse on a 24 - hour duty and a
doctor on call.
3. Shops. There shall be a sundry shop counter.
4. Parking. There shall be adequate, secured parking space provided for free to
customers.
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h. Engineering and Maintenance:
1. Ventilation. There shall be efficient and adequate ventilation in all rooms.
2. Emergency Power. There shall be high-powered generator capable of providing
sufficient lighting for all guest rooms, hallways, public areas/rooms and
operating elevators, food refrigeration and water services.
3. Fire Prevention. Conformity to the Fire Code of the Philippines.
4. Lighting. Adequate lighting in all public and private rooms.
5. Air Conditioning. At least 75% of the rooms shall be air conditioned except in
the areas which are at a minimum of 3000 feet above sea level.
6. Maintenance. Maintenance of all section of the hotel building, furniture,
fixtures, etc. shall be of high quality.
k. Special Facilities. Airport/bus terminal transfer services shall be provided upon

request.
l. Facilities for Disabled. There shall be facilities and provisions for the disabled in
accordance with Batas Pambansa Big. 344 promulgated on May 1985, otherwise
known as an “ Act Enhancing the Mobility of Disabled Persons”.
SECTION 31. Requirements for a One Star Hotel - The following are the minimum
requirements for the establishment, operation and maintenance of one star hotel:
a. Location. The Locality and the environs including approaches shall be such as are suitable
for a good hotel. The architectural features and general construction of building shall be
of good standard.
b. Bedroom Facilities and Furnishing:

1. Size. All single or double rooms shall have a floor area of not less than sixteen (16)
square meters inclusive of bathroom.
2. Bathroom. All rooms shall have bathrooms which shall be equipped with showers
and basic fittings of good standard with cold running water on a 24-hour basis and
hot running water at selected hours.
facilities such as telephone, television, intemet-WiFi, etc.
4. Furnishing and Lighting. All guest rooms shall have the basic furniture of good
design. Lighting arrangements and fixtures in all rooms and bathroom shall be of
good standard.
c. Information Materials. Room tariffs shall be conspicuously displayed in each bedroom

plus prominent notices for services offered by the hotel including food and beverages
outlets and hours of operation, fire exit guidelines, house rules for guests:
2. Room Service. Room service shall be provided at selected hours.
d. Front Desk/Reception:
1. There shall be a reception and information counter providing twenty four hour
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2. Lounge. There shall be reasonable furnished lounge commensurate with the size
of the hotel.
3. Porter Service. Shall be made available upon request.
4. Reception Amenities. There shall be left-luggage and safe deposit boxes.
5. Long Distance Cail/Overseas Calls. Shall be made available upon request.
6. Mailing Facilities. There shall be mailing facility.
7. Telex Facilities. Shall be optional.
e. Food and Beverage:

1. Dining Room. There shall be at least one equipped and well-maintained
dining room/restaurant serving good, clean nutritious and wholesome
indigenous food.
2. Kitchen. There shall be clean, hygienic and well-equipped and maintained
kitchen and pantry. The kitchen shall have an adequate floor area with non
slip flooring and tiled walls and adequate light and ventilation.
3. Crockery. Shall be of good quality.
f. Service Staff. The hotel staff shall be well-trained, experienced, courteous and
efficient; and shall be in clean uniforms.
h. Housekeeping. The premises shall be kept clean and orderly.
1. Linen. Clean, good quality linen, blankets and towels, etc. shall be supplied and
changed daily.
2. Laundry/Dry Cleaning Services. Laundry and dry cleaning services shall be
available by arrangement.
i. General Facilities:
areas.
2. Medical Services. Availability of a doctor when needed.
i. Engineering and Maintenance:
1. Ventilation. There shall be adequate ventilation in all rooms.
2. Emergency Power. Availability of spare generator to provide light and power in
emergency cases.
3. Fire Prevention. Conformity to the Fire Code of the Philippines.
4. Lighting. Adequate lighting in all public and private rooms.
5. Maintenance. Maintenance of all section of the hotel building; furniture, fixtures,
etc. shall be of good standard.
j. Special Facilities. Airport/bus terminal transfer services shall be provided upon request.
k. Facilities for Disabled. There shall be facilities and provisions for the disabled in
accordance with Batas Pambansa Big. 344 promulgated on May 1985, otherwise known
as an “Act Enhancing the Mobility of Disabled Persons”.
CHAPTER H
REGISTRATION
SECTION 32. Application for Registration. Any person, partnership, corporation or

other entity desiring to keep, manage or operate any building, edifice, premises, or an independent
part thereof, for the purpose of engaging in a tourism-related business, shall accomplish in
quadruplicate and file with the Office an application form for registration prescribed for the
purpose.
SECTION 33. Application Executed Under Oath. Where the application is made by a
corporate body, partnership, association or other entity, it shall be signed by the person duly
authorized to act for and in behalf of the applicant.
SECTION 34. Defective Applications. Failure of the applicant to properly accomplish
the application forms shall be sufficient ground for its disapproval.
SECTION 35. Supporting Documents to be Submitted with the Application. Unless
otherwise indicated in the form, the application shall be accompanied by four (4) copies of the
following documents:
a. In case of a corporation, partnership, single proprietorship, certified copy of their
Article of Incorporation and By-laws, Articles of Partnership or Association duly
registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission or other government
registering agency, as the case may be.
b. Resolution of the Board of Directors of the corporation, association or other entity

authorizing the filing of application and designating its representative authorized to
act for and in its behalf.
c. In case of a corporation, association or other entity, its Board of Directors and other
principal officers, and their respective nationalities. If a Director or officer is a
naturalized Filipino citizen, such fact should be stated, accompanied by a copy of his
certificate of naturalized or citizenship.
d. Proprietors, principal owners, major partners, major stockholders, or controlling

members, their nationalities, capital contribution; such list must indicate the quantity
per value and type (whether voting or non-voting) of the stock, with an indication of
the absolute total value of the outstanding non-voting stocks. In all cases, the list
shall be accompanied by proof of their financial capacity such as sworn statements
of assets and liabilities (SALN) and income tax returns.
e. Audited financial statements of the applicant, viz. profit and loss statement and
balance sheets for the two preceding years, if applicant has been in operation for such
period, otherwise only such financial statement during its period of operation.
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f. Applicant’s income tax returns for the last three (3) preceding years of its operation,
if the applicant has been operating for more than three (3) years; otherwise, only such
financial statements during the period it has been operating, (not applicable for new
hotels).
g. Sworn certificate of list containing the name of the manager, assistant manager and
the members of the staff, and their respective designations, nationalities, home
addresses, and accompanied by a passport size photo of each of them.
h. Joint ventures and/or technical assistance agreements, if any, existing or proposed

and about to be entered into with foreign nationals.
i. Comprehensive General Liability Insurance Policy (Minimum Coverage) of Five

Hundred Thousand Pesos (Php500,000.00).
j. Such other papers or documents as may be required by pertinent laws, rules and
regulations, and circulars.
SECTION 36. Application Entry Book. The Office shall provide itself with a well-bound
application entry book in which shall be entered, in chronological order, the names of applicants
applying for registration and the corresponding filing date and hour of application and DOT
Accreditation number.
SECTION 37. Objection to Application for Registration. Any person may file a written
objection to the issuance of a certificate of registration to an applicant. The objection shall state
the fact upon which it is based and shall be sworn to before a person authorized to administer
oaths.
SECTION 38. Objection Referred to Applicant for Comment. Upon receipt of the
objection to the issuance of a certificate of registration to an applicant, the Office shall forthwith
send a copy to the applicant for comment. The applicant shall be given ten (10) days from receipt
of the copy of objection within which to submit the comment. Failure on the part of the applicant
to submit comment within the prescribed period shall be deemed a waiver and the Office shall
forthwith render decision on the objection base on the available documents.
SECTION 39. Ocular Inspection. Upon receipt of its application the inspection team will
conduct an ocular inspection of the property and its immediate premises for the purpose of
determining under what star it shall fall and its compliance to the provisions of the ordinance and
its Implementing Rules and Regulations.
SECTION 40. Checklist of Representative. The Office shall, with the cooperation of the
sectoral associations, design and prescribe a form for a checklist of the requirements for each star.
The said checklist shall be in triplicate.
SECTION 41. Checklist to be Accomplished during Ocular Inspection. The team shall
provide itself with a set of the checklist. All the deficiencies found and the requirements complied
with shall be noted in triplicate.
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SECTION 42. Observation to be Entered in the Checklist. Any observation of the
applicant or his duly authorized representative present at the time of the inspection, or any adverse
finding of the team, shall be entered in the checklist.
SECTION 43. Triplicate Copy of Accomplished Checklist to be Given to the
Applicant. At the close of the inspection, the team and the applicant or his duly authorized
representative present at the time of the inspection shall sign all copies of the checklist. Thereafter,
the team shall deliver to the applicant or his duly authorized representative the triplicate copy
thereof.
SECTION 44. Report of the Inspection Team. Within five (5) days from the date of the
inspection of the building, edifice and its immediate premises, the committee or team shall render
or report of its findings and/ or recommendations to the Office concerned. The applicant shall be
furnished a copy of the report of the team. Within three (3) working days from the receipt of the
copy of the report of the team, the applicant may submit a comment thereon, specifying in detail
the portion/s of the report where there are any objections. The comment of the applicant shall be
coursed through the Office.
SECTION 45. Decision of the Office. The Office shall decide the case within thirty (30)
days from receipt of the recommendations in such manner that the applicant may know various
issues involved and the reasons for the decision rendered.
SECTION 46. Condition to be Satisfied to Merit Issuance of Certificate of
Registration and Mayor’s Permit. No certificate of registration and Mayor’s Permit as a
tourism- related business shall be issued unless the applicant has passed all the conditions provided
in this ordinance, the Fire and the Building Codes, and other Municipal Ordinances including the
requirements set forth in the provisions of RA 9593 for DOT Accreditation.
SECTION 47. Recommendation by the Office. If in the opinion of the Office that the
applicant has satisfactorily complied with the requirements prescribed for the business for which
registration and Mayor’s Permit are applied for, the Office shall recommend to the Chief
Executive the issuance of the Certificate of Registration and Mayor’s Permit to operate as a
tourism- related business upon payment of the registration fees prescribed in this ordinance and
its Implementing Rules and Regulations.
SECTION 48. Mayor’s Permit Subject to Condition. The Mayor’s Permit shall contain
conditions it may impose on the applicant, i.e., requirements apart from what is prescribed under
this ordinance as to other requirements required by law on Business Permits and Licenses.
SECTION 49. Validity of Certificate of Registration. The Certificate of Registration
shall be applied with the Office once, at the start of operation of the business. It should be reapplied
for if the business has ceased operations for at least six (6) months or if the Mayor’s Permit has
been revoked for some reason. The business establishment shall only pay the registration once,
unless it has filed for reapplication for reasons cited above.
SECTION 50. One Time Mandatory Registration Fee for Accommodation
Establishments. The following schedule of registration fees shall be collected from applicants
who have complied with the requirements:
a. Three Star Hotel Php5,000.00
b. Two Star Hotel Php4,000.00
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c. One Star Hotel Php2,000.00
SECTION 51. Annual Regulatory Fee for Accommodation Establishments:
a. Three Star Hotel Php 1,200.00
b. Two Star Hotel Phpl,000.00
c. One Star Hotel Php 800.00
CHAPTER HI
REGULATION, CONTROL AND SUPERVISION OF THE OPERATION OF
ACCOMMODATION ESTABLISHMENTS
SECTION 52. Display of Department of Tourism Accreditation Sticker, Certificate

of Registration and Mayor’s Permit. The Certificate of Registration, Mayor’s Permit and DOT
Accreditation Sticker of the business establishment shall be displayed in a conspicuous place
visible enough for the public to see.
SECTION 53. Signboard. All tourism- related businesses shall keep a signboard
displayed in a conspicuous oriented place outside the business establishment showing the name
and the nature of the business.
SECTION 54. Guest Registration. No person shall occupy or be permitted to occupy a
room in an accommodation establishment, unless the personal circumstances and other particulars
of the guest have been entered in the property registry book or card.
SECTION 55. Entry of Particulars. Managers, operators, or their assistants shall require
every guest seeking accommodation of their property to furnish the following minimum
particulars to be entered in the register or card:
a. Full name
b. Particulars of number, date and place of issue of Community Tax Certificate, driver’s
license, or any identity card, passport or other travel documents.
c. The place of origin and permanent, regular or known address
d. The probable duration of stay and intended destination
e. Occupation and place of employment
f. Nationality
g. The hour and date of arrival
h. The office, from time to time and as the need arises, may require other particulars to
be entered in the register or card.
SECTION 56. Time of Entry of Particulars. Before the guest is allowed to occupy the
room, the particulars prescribed in the preceding section shall be entered forthwith in the register
or card by such guests, or if he is not able to write, by the property keeper, manager or clerk, and
either case, the entry shall be signed by the guest or, should he be unable to write, authenticated
by his right thumb print. Provided, that in the case of group tours, the leader may accomplish such
duty by attaching the list of the participants. Provided, further, that in the case of families, only
that head of the family shall be registered.
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SECTION 57. Registration of Visitors Invited by Property Guests. Any visitor invited
by a guest to stay in his room shall register in a separate book of visitors, in which shall be entered
the name, address, and other particulars of the visitor.
SECTION 58. Minors to be Accompanied By Parent or Guardian. No business
establishment shall accept for lodging or accommodation any person below 18 years of age unless
accompanied by a parent or guardian.
SECTION 59. Entry of Date and Time of Departure. The Front Desk
Officer/Property/Keeper/Manager/Operator or Assistant shall, upon departure of his guest to any
destination, while checked in, shall record his destination, time, and date of departure.
SECTION 60. False Entry in Property Registry Book or Card. No manager shall enter
or cause to be entered in the register or card any information or particulars which he knows could,
by the exercise of reasonable diligence, have ascertained to be false.
SECTION 61. Guest Suffering From Dangerous and/or Contagious Disease. The
property keeper, manager or operator shall immediately report to the Municipal Health Office any
guest, tenant, or member of the staff who is found/suspected to be suffering from dangerous and
or infectious disease. Thereupon, he/she shall carry out all precautions and directions given by the
Municipal Health Office to prevent the spread of the disease.
SECTION 62. Death in the Property. The property keeper, manager or operator shall
immediately report to the nearest police station the death of any person in the property. A copy of
the report shall be transmitted forthwith to the Office. The property keeper, manager, or operator
shall also report to the nearest police station the unannounced disappearance of any person booked
in the accommodation establishment.
SECTION 63. Periodic Inspection of the Properties. When necessary and upon valid
reason, the Office shall make an inspection of properties and their immediate premises for the
purpose of finding out whether they are being kept and/or managed in a manner compatible with
the standard set forth under this ordinance for the star in which it has been registered and licensed,
or whether it is being kept in an unclean and unsanitary conditions. The inspection shall be
conducted at a reasonable time of day with regard and respect accorded to the right to privacy of
the guests. The Office may conduct such inspection unannounced as the case may warrant or
through a written notice specifying the date of inspection.
SECTION 64. Access of Inspection Team to Records and Premises. The inspection
team shall have access to the registry book or cards, the property building and all parts thereof,
the facilities for cooking, and the right to interview any employees of the property and investigate
any fact, conditions or matter which may be necessary to determine any violation or aid in arriving
at a just and correct conclusion.
SECTION 65. Defects and Deficiencies Found during the Inspection. Where certain
defects or deficiencies have been found in the course of the inspection, the Office shall give a
warning to the property keeper, manager or operator to rectify the defects or deficiencies within a
period of one (1) week from the date of notice, otherwise, necessary sanctions/penalties shall be
imposed as provided for in this ordinance.
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SECTION 66. Extension of the Period. The Office may, for good cause, extend the
period within which to remedy the defects or deficiencies noted but in no case shall the period of
extension exceed one month.
SECTION 67. Penalty for Failure to Remedy the Defects. If the property management
fails to remedy the defects or deficiencies noted, the Office shall recommend to the Chief
Executive the imposition on the property of an administrative fine of One Thousand Pesos
(Phpl,000.00) but in no case shall the fine exceed the sum of Two Thousand Five Hundred Pesos
(Php2,500.00). Provided, that where the maximum fine imposable under this section has been
reached and the property management has continued to fail to rectify the defects or the deficiencies
noted within the period of time and extension granted, the Chief Executive shall suspend the
Certificate of Registration and Mayor’s Permit as may be recommended by the Office through the
Licensing Office.
SECTION 68. Gambling and Disorderly Conduct. Property keepers, managers, or
operators shall exert all efforts not to allow prohibited games or gambling of any form,
drunkenness, or disorderly conduct of any kind, in the property and its immediate premises.
Littering shall be strictly prohibited. Accommodation establishment owners shall keep their
premises clean and shall adopt their own anti-littering measures.
SECTION 69. Prostitution and other Immoral/Illegal Activities. Property keepers,
managers, or operators shall exert all efforts not to allow any person whom they know or have
reason to believe to be either a prostitute, a pedophile or of bad character to occupy a room in the
property, or to frequent the premises. They shall immediately report to the nearest police station
the presence in the premises of any such undesirable person to protect the interest of greater good.
SECTION 70. Upgrading or Downgrading of Establishment. An establishment may be
upgraded or downgraded from one star to another as the facts may warrant upon recommendation
of the Office based on facts gathered during inspection.
SECTION 71. Upgrading of an Establishment to a Higher Star. Any establishment
that has upgraded its facilities and services, among others, complied with the requirements of a
higher star, may apply for upgrading to such higher star. The Office shall receive said application
and conduct necessary inspection to validate its compliance.
SECTION 72. Downgrading of an Establishment to a Lower Star. Where after due
investigation by the same inspection committee, it has been established that an establishment is
not being kept or managed in a manner compatible with the standard set by the Office for a
property of the star in which it is registered and granted license, the Office shall give notice to the
property keeper, manager or operator of such property, granting a period of time to comply within
the period granted in the notice. If left un-acted, the Office shall remove the registration of the
property from the classification and place it in a lower star.
SECTION 73. Appeal and Stay of Order of the Office. The property aggrieved by the
downgrading order may appeal to the Chief Executive within five (5) working days from notice
of the order. A perfected appeal shall stay the order appealed from. The appellant, if he so desires,
may submit his objection together with the supporting documents within five (5) working days
SECTION 74. Decision of the Chief Executive. The Chief Executive may order for
revalidation and re-evaluation and, after review of the records, may revoke, modify or affirm the
recommendation of the Office.
SECTION 75. Liability of Property Keepers/Managers for Acts or Omissions of
Employees. Without prejudice to the provision of existing laws, property keepers/managers and
their assistants shall be administratively liable for the acts or omission of any member of the staff
committed against the guest/clients of the property. They may, however be exempt from liability
if it can be established that they exercised the diligence of a good father of a family in the
supervision of the erring employee.
SECTION 76. Training Program for Property Staff. All establishments shall undertake
to provide a staff training program designed to acquaint the staff about their respective duties and
know what is expected of such employee.
CHAPTER IV
OPERATIONS AND MANAGEMENT OF ACCOMMODATION
ESTABLISHMENTS
SECTION 77. Maintenance and Housekeeping. Maintenance of all sections of the

accommodation establishment 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 accommodation property. Regular and
hygienic garbage disposal system shall be maintained. Sanitation measures shall be adopted in
accordance with the standards prescribed on sanitation, and the regulations of the Municipal
Health Office.
SECTION 78. Medical Services. As provided for this Ordinance, hotel and
accommodation facilities, depending on their classification, shall provide the services of a
registered nurse or on-call physician, to ensure the safety and protection of its clients/guests,
including its staff. In addition, hotels shall employ adequate first-aid personnel who have
completed a course in first aid duly certified by the Philippine National Red Cross or any
recognized organization training or promoting safety objectives.
SECTION 79. Lifeguard and Security. All accommodation properties with swimming
pools shall provide the services of a sufficient number of well-trained lifeguards duly accredited
by either the Philippine National Red Cross or any recognized organization training or promoting
safety objectives, and adequate security wherever there are guests, as determined and
recommended by the Office.
SECTION 80. Fire Fighting Facilities. Fire-fighting facilities shall be provided in
accordance with the Fire Code of the Philippines.
SECTION 81. Designated Area. The owner of the accommodation establishment or his
duly authorized representative shall designate a portion of the premises to be used exclusively for
loading and unloading of guests, unless otherwise designated elsewhere by rules and regulations
specific to the area.
SECTION 82. Prohibition of Peddling. Accommodation establishment owners shall
strictly prohibit ambulant vendors from peddling their ware within the accommodation
establishment in order to provide their guests a certain degree of privacy to enable them to relax
and enjoy their stay.
CHAPTER V
CLASSIFICATION OF AND STANDARD REQUIREMENTS
FOR RESORTS
SECTION 83. Kinds of Resorts. Resort maybe categorized lakeshore or riversides resort
if located along or near the bank of a lake or river, mountain resort if located at or near a mountain
of hill theme parks.
SECTION 84. Classification of Resorts. For purposes of accreditation, resorts shall be
classified as follows:
a. Two Star Resort
b. One Star Resort
SECTION 85. Requirements for a Two Star Resort. The following are the minimum
requirements for the operation and maintenance of a two star resort:
a. Location and Environment. The resort shall be situated in a suitable location free of
noise and atmospheric pollution.
b. Parking. (If applicable) - An adequate parking space with a 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 Two Star Hotel required under section 32 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 water, toilet, paper, soap, hand
towel or hand dryer.
e. Sports and recreational facilities. The resort shall offer at least three 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.
h. Facilities for disabled. There shall be facilities and provisions for the disabled in
known as an “Act Enhancing the Mobility of Disabled Persons”.
SECTION 86. Minimum Requirements for One Star Resort. The following are
minimum requirements for the operation and maintenance of a one star resort:
a. Location and environment. The resort shall be located in a suitable area free of noise,
atmospheric and pollution.
b. Parking (if applicable). An adequate parking space with parking security shall be
provided free to guests.
c. Facilities and accommodations. The resort shall have its rooms, facilities and
amenities equivalent to those of a one star hotel as required under section 33 hereof.
d. Public washrooms. There shall be a clean and adequate public toilet and bathroom for
male and female, provided with sufficient running water, toilet paper, hand towel
and/or hand dryer.
e. Sport and recreational facilities. The resort shall offer at least two sports and
recreational facilities.
f. Conference/convention facilities. Conference/convention facilities shall be provided.
g. Employee facilities. Adequate well-maintained locker rooms and bathrooms for male
and female employees shall be provided.
h. Facilities for disabled. There shall be facilities and provisions for the disabled in
SECTION 87. Application for Registration. Any person, partnership, corporation or
other entity desiring to establish, maintain and/or operate a resort shall accomplish in
quadruplicate and file with the office the application for registration prescribed for such purpose.
SECTION 88. Supporting Documents to be Submitted with Application. Unless
otherwise indicated in the form, the application shall be accompanied by two copies of the
a. In the case of corporation or partnership, a machine copy of the Article of
Incorporation, By-Laws, or Article of Partnership duly registered with the Securities
and Exchange Commission, and Business Name Certificate.
b. In case of single proprietorship, Business Name Certificate and Amendments thereof,
if any.
c. Applicant’s latest income tax return and audited financial statements, such as profit
and loss statements and balance sheets for the preceding year of its operation (not
applicable for new resorts).
d. A list of all the names of all officials and employees and their respective designations,
nationalities and home addresses; for alien personnel, valid visa from Bureau of
Immigration and Deportation and the proper permit from the Department of Labor and
Employment shall be submitted.
e. Comprehensive General Liability Insurance Policy (Minimum Coverage) of Five
Hundred Thousand Pesos (Php500,000.00).
f. Schedule of current room rates.
SECTION 89. Ocular Inspection of the Resort and its Immediate Premises. Upon
receipt of the application, the Office shall direct the inspection team as stipulated in section 41 to
conduct an ocular inspection of resort and its immediate premises for the purpose of determining
whether it meets the standard set by this ordinance.
SECTION 90. Checklist to be Accomplished During the Occular Inspection of the
Resort. The team shall provide itself with a set of checklist of the requirement for a resort. All
deficiencies found, as well as the requirements complied with, shall be noted in the checklist.
SECTION 91. Observations to be Entered in the Checklist. Any observation of the
applicant or his duly authorized representative present at the time of inspection, or any adverse
finding of the team, shall be entered in the checklist. The applicant shall then be furnished with a
copy of the accomplished checklist.
SECTION 92. Issuance of Certificate of Registration and Mayor’s Permit. If the
applicant has satisfactorily complied with the requirements, the Office shall recommend to the
Chief Executive the issuance of the Certificate of Registration and Mayor’s Permit in favor of the
applicant.
SECTION 93. Validity of Certificate of Registration and Mayor’s Permit. The
certificate of registration of the resort shall be applied with the Office only once at the start of
operation of the resort. It shall only be reapplied for if the resort has ceased operations for at least
six months or if its permit has been revoked and for one reason or another.
The resort only pay the registration fee once unless it has filed for reapplication for a
reasons cited above. The permit to operate the resort issued by the chief executive shall be good
and valid for a period of one year from date of issue, unless sooner revoked.
SECTION 94. One Time Registration Fee. The following schedule of fees shall be
collected from the applicants that have complied with the requirements for registration of a resort:
a. Two Star Resort Php4,000.00
b. One Star Resort Php2,000.00
SECTION 95. Annual Regulation Fee.
a. Two Star Resort Phpl,000.00
b. One Star Resort Php 800.00
SECTION 96. Renewal of Mayor’s Permit. Application for renewal of mayor’s permit
shall start on January 1 until January 20 of each year.
SECTION 97. Documents to be Submitted for the Renewal of the Mayor’s Permit.
The application for the renewal of Mayor’s Permit shall be supported by the following documents:
a. A Copy of the amended Articles of Incorporation or Articles of Partnership and By-
Laws, if applicable.
b. The list and information sheets of additional personnel, if any, or change in the
manpower complement.
c. Latest Income Tax Return and audited Financial Statements.
d. A copy of the Certificate of Registration and the registration fee.
SECTION 98. Registration of Other Services Offered by the Resort - The registration
of the resort shall automatically include all facilities and services in the resort, provided that such
facilities and services are owned and operated by the resort itself, except the services of the other
sectors of the industry, as specified herein, which should be licensed independently.
CHAPTER VI
REGISTRATION, CONTROL, AND SUPERVISION OF
THE OPERATION OF RESORTS
SECTION 88. Requirement for the Transfer of Certificate of Registration and

Mayor’s Permit. The issuance of certificate of registration and Mayor’s Permit is a matter of
privilege and may be issued only to qualified applicants. Accordingly, no owner or operator shall
transfer or alienate in any other manner the certificate of registration and the Mayor’s Permit of
the resort without prior approval of the Office.
SECTION 100. Transfer of the Ownership. Any transfer of shares in the resort shall be
reported to the office within ten (10) working days.
SECTION 101. Display of Certificate of Registration and Mayor’s Permit. The
certificate of registration and Mayor’s Permit shall be displayed in a conspicuous place in the
resort.
SECTION 102. Registry. All resorts shall keep a registry book. All guest seeking room
accommodation in the resort shall be required to register the following particulars in the registry
book:
a. Full name:
b. Address:
c. Community Tax Certificate or driver’s license or passport indicating the number, date,
and place of issue.
SECTION 103. Annual Inspection of the Resort. The Office, shall conduct annual
inspection to determine whether the resorts are being kept and/or managed in accordance with the
standards set by the Office for the star for which they are registered and licensed, or whether they
are complying with the provisions of this Ordinance.
SECTION 104. Hours of Inspection. The inspection shall be conducted at a reasonable
time of the day with due regard and respect to the right of privacy of the resort guests. Before the
inspection is made, the owner or manager of the resort shall be duly notified during a working
day.
SECTION 105. Access of Inspectors to Records and Premises. The Office or its
inspection team shall have access to the resort and its premises, and the right to copy therefrom,
to ask the person in charge, and investigate any fact, condition or matter which may be necessary
to determine compliance with, or in aid of, the enforcement of any provision of this ordinance or
circulars issued by the Office.
SECTION 106. Defects and Deficiencies Found During the Inspection. When certain
defects or deficiencies have been found in the course of the periodic inspection, the Office shall
give directives to the resort operator or manager to rectify the defects or complete the deficiencies
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SECTION 107. Extension of the Period. The Office may, for just cause, extend period
within which to remedy the defects or deficiencies noted, but in no case shall such period exceed
two (2) months.
SECTION 108. Penalty for Failure to Remedy the Defects. If the resort management
fails to remedy the defects or deficiencies noted, the Office shall recommend to the Chief
Executive the imposition on the resort of an administrative fine of a minimum of Fifty Pesos
(Php50.00) for every day of delay in complying with its directives, but in no case shall the fine
exceed the sum of Two Thousand Five Hundred Pesos (Php2,500.00). Provided, that where the
maximum fine imposable under this section has been reached and the resort management has
continuously failed to rectify the defects or complete the deficiencies noted, the Chief Executive
may revoke or suspend the certificate of registration and permit of the resort for such period as
may be justified under the circumstances.
SECTION 109. Upgrading or Downgrading of a Resort. A resort may be downgraded
or upgraded from classification to another as the facts may warrant.
SECTION 110. Downgrading of a Resort to a Lower Star. Where, after due
investigation, it has been established that a resort is being kept or managed in a manner not
conforming to the standards set by the Office for a resort of the classification in which it is
registered and permitted, the Office shall give notice to the resort owner/keeper/manager/operator
granting the resort a period of time stated in the notice within which to comply with the standards.
If the resort fails to comply within the period granted, the Office shall recommend to the Chief
Executive the removal of the registration of the resort from the classification and place it in a
lower classification, or if warranted, exclude the same from resort classification. Further details
shall be specified in the Implementing Rules and Regulations for this Code.
CHAPTER VII
OPERATION AND MANAGEMENT OF RESORTS
SECTION 111. 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 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. D. 856 or Sanitation Code of the Philippines.
SECTION 112. Lifeguard and Security. All resorts shall provide the services of a
sufficient number of well-trained lifeguard duly accredited by either the Philippine National Red
Cross or any recognized organization training or promoting safety objectives, and adequate
security whenever there are guests.
SECTION 113. Medical Services. All resorts shall provide the service of a physician,
either on call or full-time basis, depending on their volume of operation and accessibility to
C\ hospital or medical centers. In addition, resorts shall employ adequate personnel who have
complete course in first aid duly certified by the National Red Cross or any or any accredited
organization. Adequate first aid medicines and necessary life-saving equipment shall be provided.
SECTION 114. Fire Fighting Facilities. Fire fighting facilities shall be provided in
accordance with Fire Code of the Philippines.
SECTION 115. Signboards. Appropriate signboards shall be conspicuously displayed
outside the establishment showing clearly the name and classification of the resort as determined
by the Office.
SECTION 116. River and Lakeside Resort. There shall be placed on a river 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 swimming purposes, upon compliance with existing government
regulations and/or local ordinances on the placing of such buoys.
SECTION 117. 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.
SECTION 118. Precautionary Measures:
a. In no case shall the resort management allow swimming at the swimming pool beyond
10:00 P.M. and appropriate notice shall be posted to inform the resort guests of this
regulation.
b. Night swimming at the pool shall be allowed only if there are adequate lifeguards on
duty and when the pool premises are sufficiently lighted.
c. Management shall post sufficient and visible signs in strategic areas in the resort to
warn guests/customers of the presence of artificial or natural hazards, danger or
occurrences thereat.
SECTION 119. Prohibited Acts And Practices:
a. No pet or animal shall be allowed to bath swim within the resort.
b. Resort owners shall prohibit ambulant vendor from peddling their wares within the
resort premises in order to provide their guest a certain degree of privacy to enable
them to relax and enjoy their stay.
c. Littering in the resort shall be strictly prohibited. Resort owners shall keep their
premises clean and shall adopt their own anti-littering measures.
d. Resort keepers/managers or operator shall exert all efforts not to allow prohibited
gambling of any form, drunkenness, or disorderly conduct of any kind, in the resort
and its immediate premises.
CHAPTER VHI
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS FOR APARTMENT HOTEL
(APARTELS)
SECTION 120. Requirements for Apartment Hotel (APARTELS). For the purpose of
accreditation, the following are the minimum requirements for the establishment, operation and
maintenance of apartment hotel (apartel):
a. Size. The apartel shall have a minimum of 20 lettable apartments.
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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 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 dining facilities, such as, but limited to plates, spoons
and forks, drinking glasses, etc.
f. Toilet and bathroom. The toilet and bathrooms 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 a closet and a mirror.
h. Linen. The apartel shall have sufficient supply of clean linen and shall be changed
regularly.
i. Ventilation. The apartment shall be sufficiently ventilated and if possible, each
bedroom shall be air-conditioned or provided with an electric fan.
j. Lighting. Lighting arrangement and fixtures in all rooms shall be adequate.
k. Telephone. There shall be telephone or a call bell button in each room.
l. Staff and services. The staff shall be trained, experienced, courteous and efficient.
They shall be provided with smart and clean uniform.
m. Medical facilities. An emergency clinic, stocked with emergency medicines and
drugs to service employees and guests shall be provided. Apartel with more than 100
apartments shall secure the regular services of a house physician.
n. Fire fighting facilities. The apartel shall provide fire-fighting facilities in accordance
with the Fire Code of the Philippines.
o. Lounge and reception counter. There shall be 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 telephone.
p. Security. Adequate security on a 24-hour basis shall be provided in all 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.
q. Facilities for disabled. There shall be facilities and provisions for the disabled in
CHAPTER IX
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS FOR TOURIST INNS
SECTION 121. Requirements for Tourist Inns. For purposes of accreditation, following
are the minimum requirements for the establishment, operation and maintenance of a tourist inn:
a. Location. The tourist inn shall be located along the principal highways or the
transportation routes and shall open to business on a 24 hours basis.
b. Bedroom facilities and furnishing. All bedroom shall have attached toilet and bath
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well as artificial light and ventilation and shall have furnished with comfortable beds
and quality furniture (mirror, writing table, chair, chair closet and dresser):
1. Walls shall be painted or wall papered and kept clean and pleasing to the eye.
Windows shall be furnished with clean and appropriate draperies. Floors shall be
of good flooring materials.
2. All single bedrooms shall have a floor area of not less than nine (9) square meters
and all twin-rooms or double-room shall have a floor area of not less than 16 square
meters.
3. There shall be hot and cold drinking water with glasses in each bedroom. There
shall be adequate supply of clean linen, blanket and towel that shall be change
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 a 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.
e. Telephone. There shall be adequate telephone facilities for the use of all guests in all
public areas. Services for long distance telephone calls or overseas shall be made
available to guests.
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 guest 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 50 lettable rooms shall have emergency
power facilities to light the common areas and emergency exits in case of power
failure.
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.
k. Facilities for disabled. There shall be facilities and provisions for the disabled in
CHAPTER X
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS
FOR MOTORIST HOTEL (MOTELS)
SECTION 122. Requirements for motels. For the purposes of accreditation, the
following are the minimum requirements for the establishment, operation, and maintenance of
motels:
a. Location. 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 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 bed
sheets.
d. Toilet and bathroom. The units 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
unit/building, in accordance with the Fire Code of the Philippines.
i. Lighting. Lighting arrangement and fixtures in all units shall be adequate.
j. Housekeeping. Efficient housekeeping shall be maintained.
k. Maintenance. Efficient maintenance of the motel in all its sections of the building ground,
fixtures, furniture, public rooms, air-conditioning, etc. shall be provided on a continuing
basis.
l. Other facilities. The motel may, at its option, serve food and drinks exclusively to its
guests, and install such other special facilities necessary for their business.
m. Signboards. All motels shall keep and display in a conspicuous place outside the
establishment a signboard showing clearly the name of the motel.
SECTION 123. Registry. All motels shall keep a Motel Registry Book. All guests seeking
accommodation in the establishment shall be required to register the particulars in the Registry
Book:
a. Full name;
b. Address;
c. Number, date and place of issue of Community Tax Certificate, 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 to its customers or guests coming into or leaving the motels.
SECTION 124. Entry in the Motel Registration Book. The date prescribed the
motel clerk.
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SECTION 125. Minors to be Accompanied by Parents 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 126. Departure of Guests. On the departure of the guests, the motel clerk
shall record in the Registry Book of the date and hour of their departure.
SECTION 127. Room Rates. In addition to daily rates, motels may likewise impose
wash-up rates. No guests who desires to be accommodated on a daily rate basis shall be refused.
The rental shall be posted prominently at the reception counter and or at the door of each room.
CHAPTER XI
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS FOR PENSIONS
SECTION 128. Requirements For Pensions. For purposes of accreditation, the

following are the minimum requirements for the establishment, operation and maintenance of a
pension:
a. Size. A pension shall have a five (5) lettable rooms.
b. Bedrooms. The bedroom shall be provided with sufficient number beds commensurate
with the size of the room:
1. Each rooms 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, water jug with
glasses proportionate to the number of beds in the room.
2. Rooms shall be clean and presentable and reasonably furnished to depict the true
atmosphere of a Filipino home.
c. Common toilet and bath room. The establishment shall be provided a toilet and bath
room to be used in common by the guest. There shall be at least one toilet and one
bathroom/shower in every five 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 XII
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS FOR HOMESTAY
SECTION 129. Minimum Requirements for Homestay. For the purpose of

accreditation, the following are the minimum requirements for the operation and maintenance of
homestay sites in accordance with the Department’s National Homestay Program:
a. Homestay location:
1. There is prevailing peace and order situation in the area.
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2. There are existing natural and man-made attractions in the community.
3. Site is easily accessible to tourists and with existing transportation services, good
road condition and other basic community infrastructures.
4. The host community is willing to join the National Homestay Program.
5. There is absence of commercial accommodation facilities in the area to service
tourists.
b. Homestay facilities:
1. Structures are of durable building materials and are in good, presentable condition.
2. The surroundings are pleasant and healthy.
3. There shall be at least one (1) adequately furnished guest room to accommodate
paying visitors.
4. The following shall be available:
A. Extra bed/s
B. Adequate lightning system
C. Adequate water supply
D. Clean and well-maintained toilet and bathroom facilities
E. Meals at reasonable rates
F. Well ventilated rooms or electric fan
c. Training. Family members shall have training workshop on homestay program.
TITLE V
TRAVEL AND TOUR AGENCIES
CHAPTER I
APPLICATION FOR MAYOR’S PERMIT
SECTION 130. Who May Apply for Mayor’s Permit. The following may apply for a
Mayors Permit as a travel and tour agency:
a. A Filipino citizen registered as single or sole proprietorship.
b. Partnership organized under the laws of the Philippines, with at least 60% of the capital
owned by Filipino citizens.
c. Corporation organized under the laws of the Philippines, with at least 60% of its
subscribed common or voting shares of stocks owned by Filipino citizens and the
composition of its Board of Directors is at least 60% Filipinos.
In case of more than 40% foreign-owned corporations, they shall have at least US
Dollar 200,000.00 paid-in capital.
d. Cooperative duly organized under Philippine Laws.
SECTION 131. Supporting Documents to be Submmited with the Application.
Application to operate as a travel and tour agency shall be supported by documents to be submitted
as follows:
a. In case of partnership or corporation, a copy of the Certificate of Registration with the
Securities and Exchange Commission and Cooperative Development Authority for
Cooperative.
b. If a sole proprietorship, a copy of the registration of the business name with the Bureau
of Domestic Trade together with the owner’s statement of assets and liabilities.
c. Two-year projected financial statements to reflect among other things, a minimum
working capital of Five Hundred Thousand Pesos (Php500,000.00).
d. Surety bond in the amount of at least Two Hundred Thousand Pesos (Php200,000.00)
for inbound tour operation and Five Hundred Thousand Pesos (Php500,000.00) for
inbound and outbound operation, issued by a duly accredited bonding company in
favour of the Municipality of Bakun and the condition to answer for any and all
liabilities resulting from or incurred in the course of travel and tour operation in
accordance with the findings and resolution of the Office which shall be valid for a
period of one year from the date of the issuance of license.
e. Complete list of personnel, including tour guides and travel representatives, if any,
together with one l ”x 1” photo of each, their corresponding Personal Information
Sheet.
f. For alien personnel, valid visa from the Bureau of Immigration and the proper permit
from the Department of Labor and Employment.
g. Contract of lease of the office space intended for the use of the agency, which office
space shall be at least 18 square meters in area.
h. Board or Director’s resolution designating the person authorized to sign and transact
business with the Office in behalf of the applicant.
For inbound operations:
1. The manager must be a resident of the Philippines without any pending case in
any court, administrative or quasi-judicial body, with admissible proof of at least
three years managerial experience in tour and travel agency operations or proof of
passing a travel and tour agency management course or its equivalent.
2. Proof that at least two of the permanent staff have at least two years experienced
in tour operation.
3. With at least two licensed and accredited tour guides.
4. Tie-up through a Memorandum of Agreement with a licensed and accredited
transport operator.
For outbound operations:
1. The manager must be a resident of the Philippines without any pending case in
any court, administrative or quasi-judicial body, with admissible proof of at least
three years managerial experience in tour and travel agency operations or proof of
passing a travel and tour agency management course or its equivalent.
c s 2 . Proof that at least two of the permanent staff have satisfactorily completed a
ticketing and reservation course and have at least one year work experience.
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For inbound and outbound operations:
The documents to be submitted for this purpose shall be the same as those listed above.
SECTION 132. Validity of the Mayor’s Permit. The Mayor’s Permit duly issued shall
be valid until the 31st day of December.
SECTION 133. Supporting Documents to be Submitted for the Annual Renewal of
the Mayor’s Permit. Travel and tour agencies shall be required to submit the following
documents upon renewal:
a. A copy of the amended Articles of Incorporation/Cooperation or Articles of partnership
and By-Laws if applicable.
b. The list and information sheet of additional personnel, if any, or change in the
manpower complement of the agency.
c. Proof of renewal of surety bond, valid for one year from the date of issuance of the
Mayor’s Permit.
d. Certification of good standing from the Association where the travel agency is a
member.
e. Proof of DOT Accreditation
SECTION 134. Minimum Office Requirements. The Travel and Tour Agency shall
comply with the following office requirements:
a. It shall be located in a commercial district and independent of any residence.
b. It shall be used exclusively for the travel agency business purposes.
c. It shall occupy an office space of not less than 18 square meters.
SECTION 135. Access of the Office Representatives to Agency’s Records. The Office
through its official representative shall have access to the agency’s records for verification of
compliance with the requirements of the Office.
CHAPTER n
SUPERVISION OF THE OPERATION OF TRAVEL
AGENCIES AND TOUR OPERATORS
SECTION 136. Prior Approval Required for the Transfer of Mayor’s Permit. The
Mayor’s Permit is a matter of privilege and may only be issued to qualified applicants.
Accordingly, no travel and tour agency shall transfer or alienate in whatever manner its Mayor’s
Permit without prior approval from the Office.
SECTION 137. Transfer of Ownership. Transfer of substantial rights on ownership or
shares of interest therein that would culminate in the transfer of majority and controlling rights
should be with prior notice to the Office.
SECTION 138. Documents to Support Application for Mayor’s Permit. All
certifications, affidavits, documents or other papers as may be required by the Office to support the
application for Mayor’s Permit to engage in the business of travel agency and tour operator shall
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be signed by the Chief Executive Officer /Manager or any person named in the Board resolution
or person designated in its By-Laws authorized to sign the resolution.
SECTION 139. Display of Mayor’s Permit. The Mayor’s Permit shall be displayed at a
conspicuous place in the public part of the office of the travel agency and tour operator.
SECTION 140. Online Travel and Tour Agency. All online travel and tour agency
applying for license/mayor’s permit shall comply with all the basic requirements of a regular travel
and tour agency as provided in Chapter I, Title V of this ordinance.
SECTION 141. Schedule of Charges. The travel agency shall file with the Office and
shall readily make available in printed or mimeographed form a schedule of charges on all services
and related fees. Any change in the charges shall be communicated to the Office within seven (7)
days from such change. Further, if by any reason, charges shall be lowered as a promotional
campaign, the travel agency shall have an approved promo price from the DTI, Xerox copy of
which shall be submitted to the Office.
SECTION 142. Tourism Activities. All tourism activities such as but not limited to,
Family packages, Learning visits, Conventions, Meetings/Summit and Forums in the Municipality
should be handled solely by local licensed Tour and Travel Agencies. In this connection, it shall
be unlawful for other agencies operating outside of the municipality to engage in the business
without being affiliated with accredited or local licensed travel agencies.
SECTION 143. Promotions. All promo packages, for hotels and accommodation, travel
agencies, tour operators and transport group must be endorsed to the Department of Trade and
Industry and duly approved within a specified period of time, copy furnished the Municipal
Tourism Office. It shall be the duty of primary enterprises to honor and abide within the provisions
of the Code of Ethics, particularly to the operation, rates, conduct of affairs as furnished the Office.
TITLE VI
TOUR GUIDES AND PORTERS
CHAPTER I
CLASSIFICATION OF TOUR GUIDES
Tour guides shall be classified as follows:

a. Community Guide - Tour guide classified by the Municipal Tourism Office.
b. Mountain Guide - Specially trained and experienced mountaineers and are hired to
instruct or lead individual or small group climbers and assuring their safety.
SECTION 144. Requirements for Tour Guides and Porters.
Community guide:
a. Must be a Filipino Citizen, resident of the municipality and must be of legal age.
b. Proof that the applicant has passed a seminar for tour guides duly conducted by the
Department of Tourism or other agencies duly authorized by the DOT to conduct the
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applicant possesses special academic or professional qualifications relevant to
tourism.
c. Certificate of good health issued by a Municipal Health Office.
d. Barangay, Philippine National Police (PNP) and National Bureau of Investigation
(NBI) Clearances.
e. Authenticated training certificate on First Aid and Basic Life Support issued by the
Municipal Health Office or Red Cross.
f. Must be a member of an accredited association in accordance with section 224 of this
ordinance.
For renewal:
a. Any training in relation to customer service or tour guiding conducted by the Office
or DOT. (if any)
b. Barangay Clearance
c. Certificate of good health issued by the Municipal Health Office
d. Community Tax Certificate
e. DOT Accreditation
Mountain guide:
a. Must be a Filipino Citizen, resident of the municipality and must be of legal age.
b. Certificate of attendance to the Basic Costumer Service and Tour Guiding Technique
and Basic Mountaineering Course Seminar offered by the Office and or Department
of Tourism or DOT Accredited Training Center.
c. Certificate of good health issued by the Municipal Health Office.
d. Barangay, Philippine National Police (PNP) and National Bureau of Investigation
(NBI) Clearances.
f. Must be a member of an accredited association.
For renewal:
a. Any training in relation to customer service or tour guiding conducted by the Office
or DOT. (if any)
b. Barangay Clearance
c. Certificate of good health issued by the Municipal Health Office
d. Community Tax Certificate
Porters:
a. Must be a Filipino Citizen, resident of Bakun, Benguet and must be of legal age.
b. Certificate of good health issued by the Municipal Health Office.
c. Barangay, Philippine National Police (PNP) and National Bureau of Investigation
(NBI) Clearances.
d. Certificate of attendance to the Basic Costumer Service and Tour Guiding Technique
and Basic Mountaineering Course Seminar Offered by the Office and or Department
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f. Must be a member of an accredited association.
For renewal:
a. Barangay Clearance
b. Certificate of good health issued by the Municipal Health Office
c. Community Tax Certificate
SECTION 145. Tour Guide Fee. All barangays in the Municipality of Bakun with
potential tourism destination and/or tourism related activities to bid shall organize a group of tour
guides. These tour guides shall be license/accredited and offer guiding services with a fee to
tourists/excursionists visiting tourist destinations in the municipality. Any tourist/excursionist
undertaking or participating in any tourism/related activities in the municipality such as but not
limited to camping, mountain climbing, trekking, boating, and other tourism activities must hire
a tour guide.
Tour Guide Fee P800/8hours plus P50.00/hour of excess
Ratio 1 guide is to 5 tourist
SECTION 146. Porter Fee. A porter fee of Five Hundred Pesos (Php500.00) per day
for a maximum of fifteen (15) kilograms weight of baggage. Additional Fifty Pesos (Php50.00)
per kilogram shall be charged every excess baggage. However each porter shall be limited only to
18 kilograms. In excess thereof, tourists or excursionists are required to get service of an additional
porter.
SECTION 147. Payment of Tour Guiding and Porter Fees. The fees shall be paid by
the tourist or excursionist directly to the tour guide or porter, who shall issue receipt with respect
to the amount received. It shall be a violation to this ordinance if an individual performs as porter
and guide at the same time during the duration of the tour.
SECTION 148. Dues and Other Fees:
a. A fee of One Hundred Fifty Pesos (Phpl 50.00) regulatory fee shall be collected upon
application for Community Guide.
b. A fee of One Hundred Fifty Pesos (Phpl 50.00) regulatory fee for Mountain Guide
shall be collected upon application.
c. A fee of One Hundred Pesos (PhplOO.OO) regulatory fee for porter shall be collected
upon application.
SECTION 149. Validity of Trainings and Seminars. As provided for in section 146
of this Code, trainings and seminars is valid only for a period of two (2) years. Training on
customer service or tour guiding shall be made available by the Office or the DOT for Community
Guide and Mountain Guide.
SECTION 150. Validity and Effectivity of Tour Guide and Porter License. Tour
guiding and porter license shall be for a period of one year ending December 31st of each year.
SECTION 151. Tour Guide and Porter Identification Card. Tour Guide and Porter
Identification Card shall be provided by the Office upon presentation of his/her permit/license.
Said ID card shall be in full use of a period of two (2) years where upon expiration of the one year
validity, the office shall imprint a new date of validity in a special sticker tape duly authenticated.
After good and full use of the ID card for a period of two (2) years, a new card shall be provided
for by the Office.
SECTION 152. Wearing of Identification Card. A Tour Guide and Porters shall wear
ID at all times while in the performance of his/her duties.
SECTION 153. Uniform. Tour Guides and Porters must be properly and decently
dressed in the conduct of his/her official function in porter services and tour guiding.
TITLE VII
TOURIST TRANSPORT OPERATORS
CHAPTER I
BASIC REQUIREMENTS FOR TOURIST LAND TRANSPORT VEHICLES
SECTION 154. Requirements. For purposes of registration and licensing, the

following are the basic requirements for the operation and maintenance of tourist transport:
a. Registered carrying capacity. A tourist transport operator shall only be allowed to
apply for license for the number of units covered by its franchise.
Roadworthiness. To be able to register, every tourist transport must be found
roadworthy upon inspection by the Office in coordination with the Land
Transportation Office (LTO) and shall not, in the case of bus or coaster, be more than
fifteen (15) years old, reckoned from the manufacture, nor more than thirteen (13)
years for a tourist car.
c. Ventilation. Every tourist transport shall be properly equipped with adequate air-
conditioning units.
d. Fire fighting facilities. A tourist transport shall be provided or installed with at least
one portable fire extinguisher for the protection of its passengers.
e. Audio or sound system. Necessary to address the guest/tourist to provide briefing
and necessary information. (For bus and coaster)
Imprint of company’s name and logo - One sticker of the Company name and logo
shall be placed on the tourist transport.
g- Public address system- For tourist buses and coasters, a public address system must
be installed.
h. First aid kit. Every tourist transport shall be provided with a first-aid kit and an
adequate supply of emergency medicine.
Seats. Every tourist transport shall be provided with clean and comfortable seats.
There shall be no overloading in order to protect the comfort and safety of the riding
tourist/guest shall at all times.
J- Space. A tourist shall have enough legroom and sufficient storage space.
k. Garage. Every tourist transport operator shall provide an adequate garage and repair
shop for the maintenance of its equipment, as well as parking space sufficient to
accommodate all its registered units.
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l. Availability of free internet. Wifi and GPS.
m. Tourist drivers. Proof of attendance to DOT/Office conducted seminar/training.
n. Such other requirements as may be promulgated by the Office.
SECTION 155. Clearance. In case of original registration and/ or transfer of ownership
of tourist transport, the necessary clearance from the Municipal Tourism Office shall be secured
prior to the registration.
SECTION 156. Stickers. After registration and issuance of license, it shall be mandatory
for all tourist transport to put the office sticker on the upper front of the passenger side of the
windshield (back) of said vehicles for proper identification. All duly accredited transport vehicle
shall also bear the DOT seal which shall be provided by the latter and which sticker seal shall be
placed at the upper right side of the windshield below the registration sticker.
CHAPTER II
REGISTRATION AND MAYOR’S PERMIT
SECTION 157. Mandatory Mayor’s Permit. No person, natural or juridical, shall

manage, operate or engage in the business of tourist transport services without first having secured
a valid Mayor’s Permit to operate the same. Any person who, being the operator hereof, allows
the same to be used in transporting tourists without the required Mayor’s Permit to operate as such
shall also be guilty of an offense under these rules.
SECTION 158. Application for Mayor’s Permit. Any person, partnership, or
corporation or cooperative desiring to operate and/or engage in the business as tourist transport
operator shall accomplish in quadruplicate and file with the Office, the application for Mayor’s
Permit prescribed for such purpose.
SECTION 159. Authorized Signatories. In the filing of the application for a Mayor’s
Permit to operate as a tourist transport operator, the following shall be considered authorized to
sign said application:
a. In the case of sole proprietorship, the owner thereof.
b. In the case of partnership, one of the partners designated in a sworn certification by all
the partners to sign the application.
c. In the case of corporation/cooperative, the person named in a board resolution as
authorized to sign the application or person so designated in its By-laws.
SECTION 160. Documents Required to Support Application for a Mayor’s Permit
to Operate as Tourist Transport Operator. The application shall be accompanied by the
a. Business name certificate and all amendments thereto, if any, in the case of single
partnership. In the case of a corporation, a certified true copy of the Articles of
Incorporation, its By-laws, Article of Cooperation, its By-laws for Cooperative or
Articles of Partnership or amendments thereto, if any, duly registered with the
Securities and Exchange Commission or Cooperative Development Authority.
b. Proof of ownership or lease over an area adequate to serve as maintenance depot and
garage for all its units.
c. A list of names of all officials and all employees and their respective designations,
nationalities, home addresses, certified correct under oath by the General
Manager/President.
d. Such other papers or documents as may be required from time to time by the Office.
SECTION 161. Documents Required to Support Application for Registration of
Vehicles as Tourist Transport. The application shall be supported by the following documents:
a. Certificate of inspection by the LTO for the Office registration of the tourist transport.
b. A copy of the LTFRB certificate of public conveyance franchise or authorization.
c. A copy of the transport rates as approved by the LTFRB.
d. A compulsory motor vehicle liability in the amount of not less than following:
a. Third Party Liabi 1ity- Php 100,000.00 per unit
b. Passenger Accident- Phpl00,000.00 per person
e. Pictures of the vehicles showing the side, back and front views thereof with the
company’s name and logo imprinted at its rear and side, respectively;
f. Roof tagging; and
g. Such other papers or documents as may be required from time to time by the Office as
provided for the DOT under RA 9593.
SECTION 162. License Fee Per Unit. Upon approval of the application, an annual
license fee per unit shall be collected from the applicant, as follows:
a. Bus Php1,200.00
b. Coaster Phpl,000.00
c. Van/Jeep Php 800.00
SECTION 163. Validity of Mayor’s Permit. The Mayor’s Permit duly issued to any
transport operator shall be valid for a period of one year from its date of issue until the 3 1st of
December of the year of issuance of the license unless sooner revoked for cause by the Office.
SECTION 164. Renewal of Mayor’s Permit. The license shall be renewed immediately
upon expiration.
SECTION 165. Documents Required for Application for Renewal of Mayor’s Permit
as Tourist Transport Operator. The application for the renewal of license shall be supported by
the following documents:
a. A copy of the amended or revised articles of incorporation/ cooperation or articles of
partnership and By-laws of applicable authorizing the continuation of business.
b. The list and information sheets of additional personnel if any, including any changes
in the manpower complement of the company.
c. Audited financial statements and income tax returns covering the preceding year’s
operation, provided that if this requirement is not available, the same shall be submitted
not later than April 30 of the current year (not required for new applicants), and
d. A resolution of the Board of Directors authorizing the continuation of business as the
case ma
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CHAPTER III
REGULATION, CONTROL AND SUPERVISION OF TOURIST TRANSPORT
OPERATORS
SECTION 166. Tourist Transport Service. Tourist transport service offered on a

regular point-to-point run shall be priced at rates higher than those charged by public utility
operators for the same route. The points of departure and destination for a tourist transport
regularly plying a route shall be a hotel, resort, terminal to tourists destination or such similar
tourism facility and picking up or unloading of passengers in between such points is prohibited.
SECTION 167. Charter Rates. A tourist transport operator shall charge only charter
rates as previously approved in accordance with this Code.
SECTION 168. Regular Run P.U.V Routes. In cases where a tourist transport operator
makes the only regular run on a particular route, it may be allowed to run on public utility routes,
provided that there is a prior approval by the LTFRB under conditions and requirements it may
prescribe.
SECTION 169. Manner of Fixing Rates. The fixing of rates for tourist transport shall be
the responsibility of the LTFRB upon recommendation of the Committee on Transportation of the
Sangguniang Bayan. No tourist transport or operator shall charge rates other than those so
prescribed under tariff of fees.
SECTION 170. Application for Increase of Transportation Rates. All applications for
increase of transportation rates for tourist transport shall be filed before the Office of the
Sangguniang Bayan which shall be endorsed to LTFRB for proper disposition and approval.
SECTION 171. Burden of Proof for Reasonable Increases. The applicant shall have the
burden of showing that the proposed increase is fair and reasonable.
SECTION 172. Documents to Accompany Application. Income statements, balance
sheets, and cash flow statements for the two years immediately preceding the date of application
for increase of transportation rates as well as other pertinent data shall accompany the application.
SECTION 173. Findings of the Office.Within a reasonable period, the Municipal
Tourism Officer shall make its findings on the application. Such findings, together with all the
pertinent records of the petition, shall immediately be transmitted for the action of the LTFRB.
SECTION 174. Complaints Against Tourist Transport Operators and/or Employees.
By the recommendation of the Office, the Municipal Legal Office shall exercise quasi- judicial
powers in the resolution of cases filed against tourist transport operators and/or their employees
in accordance with its rules and procedures governing complaints.
SECTION 175. Visitorial Power. In the discharge of the regulatory functions, the Office
shall exercise visitorial powers over the operations of the licensed tourist operators.
SECTION 176. Prior Approval for Transfer of Mayor’s Permit. A Mayor s Permit is
a matter of privilege and may only be issued to qualified applicants. Accordingly, no tourist
transport operator shall transfer or alienate in whatever manner its permit without prior approval
from the Office. Any transferee shall comply with all requirements and procedures for the issuance
transport of a Mayor’s Permit as prescribed herein.
SECTION 177. Transferee’s Responsibility. The transferee of a Mayor’s Permit shall
pay the corresponding fee and the new operator, unless otherwise stated or stipulated, shall not be
absolved from any responsibility as to contracts, money claims, damages or other liability arising
out of and in the course of the operations conducted by its predecessor.
SECTION 178. Transfer of Ownership. Transfer of substantial rights on ownership of
shares of interest therein that would culminate in the transfer of majority and controlling rights
shall be reported to the Office within ten (10) working days. The Office shall evaluate the
credentials and qualifications of the new and decide to revalidate the license.
SECTION 179. Display of Sticker. The LTFRB sticker shall be displayed in the upper
front of the passenger side of the windshield, the DOT Accreditation and Office Sticker below it.
TITLE V m
PROFESSIONAL CONGRESS/EXHIBIT ORGANIZERS
CHAPTER I
LICENSING
SECTION 180. Mandatory Licensing. No person, natural or judicial, shall operate as a

Professional Convention Organizer (PCO), without first being registered and licensed by the
Municipal Government.
SECTION 181. Who May Apply For License. The following may apply for a license
as PCO:
a. A resident Filipino Citizen
b. Partnership organized under the laws of the Philippines, at least 60% of the capital
which is owned by a Filipino Citizen, and;
c. Corporation organized under the laws of the Philippines, at least 60% of its subscribed
common or voting shares of stocks owned by Filipino Citizens and the composition
of its Board of Directors at least 60% Filipino.
SECTION 182. Requirements for License. The basic requirements shall be those
provided under the local ordinance and those that are provided in RA 9593.
SECTION 183. License Fee. Upon approval of the application, a license shall be issued
to the applicant upon payment of an annual fee of Eight Hundred Pesos (Php800.00).
SECTION 184. Validity of License. Subject to an annual review, the license shall be
valid for one year from the date of issuance.
SECTION 185. Documents Required for Renewal of License. The applicant for
renewal of license shall be supported by the documents that are listed under RA 9593.
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CHAPTER U
REGULATION, CONTROL AND SUPERVISION OF
PROFESSIONAL CONVENTION ORGANIZERS (PCOs)
SECTION 186. Visitorial Powers. In the discharge of regulatory functions, the office
shall exercise visitorial power over the operations of the licensed PCOs.
SECTION 187. Requirement for Transfer of License. The license is a matter of
privilege and may only be issued to qualified applicants. Accordingly, no PCO shall transfer or
alienate in whatever manner its license without prior approval of the Office. Any transfer shall
comply with all the requirements and procedures for the issuance of a license as prescribed herein.
SECTION 188. Transferee’s Responsibility. The transferee of a license shall pay the
corresponding license fee; and the new operator, unless otherwise stipulated, shall not be absolved
from any responsibility as to the contracts, money claims, damages or other liability arising out of
and in the course of the operations conducted by its predecessor.
SECTION 189. Transfer of Ownership. Transfer of ownership of shares or interest
therein that would culminate in the transfer of majority and controlling rights shall be reported to
the office which will evaluate the credentials and qualifications of the new owners, and decide on
the revalidation of the license.
SECTION 190. Display of License. The license shall be displayed in a conspicuous place
in the public part of the office of the PCO.
SECTION 191. Advertisement. No PCO shall advertise its business or services through
the media without specifying in the advertisement item its license number.
TITLE IX
SECONDARY ENTERPRISES
CHAPTER I
STANDARD REQUIREMENT FOR RESTAURANT AND COFFEE SHOP
SECTION 192. Minimum Requirements. For purpose of accreditation the following are
the minimum requirements that must be complied with by restaurant and coffee shop:
a. Location. The locality and environs including approaches shall be with proper ingress
and egress. The building shall be well-constructed and in case of new building, they
shall be designed by a competent architect.
b. Parking. There shall be an adequate, secured parking space provided for free to
customers.
c. Reception. A receptionist shall be available to usher in guests. A waiting lounge with
a telephone shall also be provided.
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d. Kitchen. The kitchen, pantry and cold storage shall be in good operating condition at
all times and shall be well-equipped and hygienic. Equipment necessary to maintain a
high standard of sanitation and hygiene shall be installed and used.
e. Dining room. The dining room shall be adequate in size, with sufficient and well-
maintained furniture. Flooring materials shall be kept clean at all times:
1. Atmosphere. The restaurant and coffee shop shall have a pleasant atmosphere.
2. Cuisine. There shall be cuisine of good quality and presentation which may be of
special interest to tourist available during normal meal hours and served with
distinction. Raw food used shall meet minimum government and international
standards of grading quality.
3. Menu book. There shall be a menu book or card which shall be presentable, clean
and easy to read with the menu items listed in logical sequence. Indigenous foods
shall be included in the menu. All items shall be made available at all times.
4. Linen. All tables shall have clean table cloth and cloth napkins of good quality.
They should not fade nor with frayed edges and stains and should be changed after
every service.
5. Crockery. No piece of crockery, cutlery or tableware in use shall be chipped or
grazed. The silverware shall be kept polished and clean at all times.
6. Service and staff. Adequate number of well-trained, well-groomed, experienced,
efficient and courteous staff shall be employed.
7. Bar. The bar shall be well-stocked at all times.
8. Comfort rooms. The restaurant and coffee shop comfort rooms shall be with good
quality fixtures and fittings and provided with running water. The floor and the
walls shall be covered with impervious materials of good quality workmanship and
shall be kept clean and sanitary at all times. Tissue papers, soap, paper towels
and/or hand towel shall be provided.
9. Lighting. Adequate lighting to dining rooms, public rooms, comfort rooms,
corridors and other public areas.
10. Ventilation. The restaurant or coffee shop should have proper ventilation. An
exhaust fan may be necessary to maintain the pleasant air inside the establishment.
11. Maintenance. All sections of the restaurant or coffee shop shall be maintained
properly at all times. A periodic vermin control program shall be maintained for
all establishments.
12. Fire Fighting Facilities. Adequate fire-fighting facilities shall be provided in
CHAPTER H
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS FOR SOUVENIR SHOPS, CONVENIENCE
AND DEPARTMENT STORES
SECTION 193. Minimum Requirements. For purpose of accreditation, the following

are the minimum requirements that shall be complied with by souvenir shop, convenience and
department store:
a. Physical requirements
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1. The establishments shall be fronting a major street or thoroughfare or is situated in
a commercial area or building.
2. The entrance and display windows shall be attractively designed and adequately
illuminated.
3. The furniture and decor of the establishment shall be presentable and functional at
all times.
4. The shop shall be fully ventilated.
5. Well-maintained restrooms shall be provided for by the establishment itself, or in
the event that the shop is located in a commercial building, the common/public
restrooms, shall be made available to the clients or visitors.
6. Parking area shall be made available to clients.
b. Staff. All members of the staff shall be well-groomed, courteous and efficient at all
times.
c. Services. Goods displayed in the shop window or show cases shall be provided with
clearly written price tags. A wide selection of goods shall be in stock. A receipt shall
be supplied to the tourists for each purchase. The full name and address of the
establishment shall be printed on the receipt, together with the number of the
authorized business license. Purchase shall be itemized together with the price, and
any addition or tax paid or discount granted on the goods shall be indicated. Discounts
shall be given on the price of the goods marked on the price tags. The business shall
be responsible for the maintenance of its facilities and premises and its immediate
surroundings. In case of antique shops, a certificate confirming authenticity shall be
attached to each article in accordance with the guidelines/instructions of the National
Museums.
CHAPTER HI
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS FOR SPORTS
AND RECREATIONAL CLUB

are the minimum requirements for the operation and maintenance of sports and recreational
establishments:
a. Location. The locality and environs including approaches shall be pleasant with
proper ingress and egress. The facades and architectural features shall be appropriately
designed.
Parking area. There shall be provided adequate and secured parking space area to
customers.
c. Security. Adequate security shall be provided at all times.
d. Reception. A receptionist shall be available to usher in guests. A waiting lounge with
telephone shall also be provided.
Dining room. There shall be dining outlet adequate in size, with pleasant atmosphere
and furnished with appropriate and well-maintained furniture.
f. Sport and recreational equipments. There shall be adequate sport and recreational
equipment available for rents
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g. Public washroom. There shall be provided adequate and accessible toilet facilities
separately for male and female. Tissue paper, soap, hand/paper towel shall be provided.
h. Locker area and facilities. There shall be adequate number of lockers for male and
female. Dressing areas and shower cubicles shall also be provided.
CHAPTER IV
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS FOR MUSEUM

are the minimum requirements for the operation and maintenance of museum:
a. Membership. The institution shall be a member of the National Committee on
Museum.
b. Location. The locality and environs including approaches shall be pleasant with proper
ingress and egress. The fa9ade and architectural features shall be appropriately
designed.
c. Parking area. There shall be adequate and secured parking space for customers.
d. Security. Adequate security shall be provided at all times.
e. Reception. A well-informed receptionist shall be available to usher the guests.
f. Conference/auditorium. There shall be a conference/ auditorium provided with
audio-visual equipment and made available to the public.
g. Library. There shall be a library adequately equipped and made available to the public.
h. Public washrooms. There shall be provided adequate and accessible toilet facilities
separately for male and female. Tissue paper, soap, hand/paper towel shall also be
provided.
CHAPTER V
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS FOR TRAINING CENTER

are the minimum requirements for the operation and maintenance of training center:
a. Physical requirements:
1. Size. The training center shall be spacious enough to accommodate minimum of
twenty (20) trainees per group. For purposes of workshop, the floor areas shall be
at a minimum of 1.5 square meters per trainee.
2. Lighting and ventilation. Lighting and ventilation fixtures shall be so designed
to ensure an atmosphere conducive to training. A standby generator shall be made
available.
3. Restrooms. There shall be separate male and female restrooms.
4. Refreshment and dining area. There shall be refreshment/dining area accessible
to the trainees.
5. Training center facilities, equipment and supplies. The center shall be provided
with classroom complete with basic facilities, equipment and supplies needed in
conduci
6. Other support facilities. Workshop facilities and equipment depending on the
training program/s being offered, relevant reference materials, books, journals,
magazines and the like, and other shall be readily and adequately available.
b. Training program:
1. Relevance. The training program shall respond to the needs of the tourism
industry.
2. Objectives. Its objectives shall be clearly defined, realistic and attainable.
3. Content/curriculum. The content/curriculum of the training program shall be in
consonance with its objectives. Topics shall be in proper and logical sequence with
due consideration to effectiveness of presentation in terms of trainees’
comprehension.
4. Methodology. There shall be an effective, simple, and comprehensive
presentation of topics; clear description of examination scheme and test
instruments related to course objectives. There shall be likewise a relevant and
practical application of theories and concepts.
5. Minimum requirements/qualifications of participants. The minimum
qualifications of participants shall be based on the standards acceptable to tourism
industry.
6. Instructional staff. The instructional staff shall have thorough experience and
knowledge on the subject matter and has effective communication skills and
teaching style.
7. Monitoring and evaluation of procedures. The training program shall carry
effective monitoring and evaluation tools.
c. Trainer/faculty. Must have successfully completed the Trainers- Training Program of
the Department of Tourism. In lieu thereof, the trainer must show proof that he has
thorough experience and knowledge of the subject matters he/she is handling as well as
effective communication skills and teaching style.
SECTION 197. Requirements for Renewal of Accreditation. The application for
renewal of accreditation shall be supported by the following:
a. List of all training programs conducted during the previous year including the number
of enrolees and graduates.
b. List of successful graduates per training program including skills acquired and
respective place of employment.
SECTION 198. Accreditation of Training Program/Trainer - A trainer on a training
program developed by an organization not normally engaged in training may seek accreditation
with the Department subject to compliance with the requirements provided for in section 198 (b)
and Section 198 (c) hereof.
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CHAPTER VI
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS FOR REST AREAS IN GASOLINE STATION

are the minimum requirements for the operation and maintenance of rest areas:
a. Location. The locality and environs including approaches shall be pleasant with
proper, ingress and egress and shall be located along the national highway.
b. Parking Area. There shall be adequate and secured parking space for customers.
c. Rest room. There shall be a rest room with adequate, clean and well-maintained toilet
and washing facilities. Tissue paper, soap, hand paper/towel shall also be provided.
d. Signage. There shall be a rest room signage visible from major approaches and which
shall be well-illuminated at night.
e. Service and staff. Adequate number of well-trained, properly groomed, efficient and
courteous staff shall be employed. They shall wear clean uniform at all times.
f. Gasoline station. The gasoline shall be clean and well-maintained. It shall also be
well-illuminated at night.
g. Sundries shop. There shall be an adequately stocked sundries shop which shall be
clean and well-maintained.
CHAPTER VII
GENERAL RULES ON THE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF TOURISM-
RELATED ESTABLISHMENTS
SECTION 201. Maintenance. All facilities of the establishment concerned shall be
properly maintained at all times. A periodic vermin control program shall be conducted.
SECTION 202. Air Conditioning/Ventilation. All enclosed areas of the establishments
concerned shall be fully air conditioned or well- ventilated.
SECTION 203. Prohibited Acts and Practices:
a. No pets or animal shall be allowed within the premises.
b. Ambulant vendors shall be prohibited from peddling their wares within the premises.
c. All forms of gambling drunkenness or disorderly conduct of any kind shall be
prohibited in the establishments and within its immediate premises.
d. Keepers, managers or operators shall exert all possible efforts not to permit any person
whom they know or have reason to believe to be either a prostitute, pedophile or of
questionable character to use the establishment for purposes of immoral/illegal
activities. They shall immediately report to the nearest police station the presence in
the premises of any such person.
CHAPTER VIII
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS FOR SPA

are the minimum requirements for the operation and maintenance of Spa:
a. Location and environment. The spa shall be situated in a safe and reputable location
with clean, calm and relaxing environment.
b. Lounge and reception counter. There shall be a reception counter attended by
qualified and trained staff and a reasonably furnished lounge with seating facilities
commensurate with the size of the spa.
c. Food bar. There shall be a well-maintained and well-stocked food bar for clients.
d. Washrooms. There shall be separate clean and adequate washrooms for male and
female provided with running water, hand dryer and toiletries.
e. Locker rooms. There shall be separate male and female locker rooms for guests.
f. Shower rooms. There shall be separate male and female shower and changing rooms.
g- Treatment rooms. There shall be separate unlocked treatment rooms for male and
female.
Services. The Spa shall provide all of the following services in addition to other spa-
related amenities which it may offer:
1. Massage. Swedish, Lymph Drainage and reflexology, etc.
2. Steam, Sauna and/or Water baths; and
3. Body treatments. One or more of the following: body packs and wraps,
exfoliation, body toning/contouring, waxing, hand and foot care.
Staff. There shall be adequate number of well-trained, well-groomed, experienced,
courteous and efficient staff. There shall be at least one DOH-registered massage
therapist supervising a maximum of 20 massage attendants and the staff shall wear
clean, proper and non-transparent uniform at all times.
J- Steam, sauna and water baths. The steam, sauna and water baths shall be maintained
in a level of temperature which will not cause adverse reactions to user. Safety signages
shall be provided to include information on allowable maximum temperature, duration
of stay and guide in operating temperature regulator.
k. Linen. There shall be adequate supply of linen, towels and appropriate garments such
as robes or sarongs of good quality which shall be kept clean.
1. Employee facilities. There shall be adequate and well-maintained locker rooms and
bathrooms for male and female employees.
m. Parking. There shall be adequate, secured parking space provided for free to
customers/guests.
n. Emergency generator. There shall be high-powered generator capable of providing
full power in all areas of the establishment except those spas located in a commercial
building with its own emergency generator capable of supplying the power
requirements of its tenants.
First aid cabinet. There shall be a well-stocked first aid cabinet available at all times.
d \ P- Facilities for disabled. There shall be facilities and provisions for the disabled in
known as an “Act panting the Mobility of Disabled Persons”.
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CHAPTER IX
GENERAL RULES ON THE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF SPA
SECTION 205. Maintenance. Maintenance of all sections of the spa shall be on a

continuing basis taking into consideration the quality of equipment and supplies.
SECTION 206. Sanitation. Sanitation measures like cleaning and sterilizing of
equipment, robes, sheets, blankets, pillow case, towels or other materials which may come in
direct contact with the client’s body shall be adopted in accordance with the standards prescribed
under Presidential Decree No. 856 otherwise known as the Sanitation Code of 1976.
SECTION 208. Signboards. Appropriate sign boards shall be conspicuously displayed
outside the establishment showing clearly the name of the spa while safety signage shall be
prominently posted in strategic locations inside the spa.
CHAPTER X
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS FOR AGRI-TOURISM/FARM SITES
SECTION 209. Minimum Requirements. For the purpose of accreditation, the following
are the minimum requirements for the operation and maintenance of agri-tourism/farm sites:
a. Location. The farm shall be situated in a generally safe and peaceful location.
b. Facilities/amenities. The farm shall have the following facilities/amenities, or can also
be available in the nearest service area at least not more than 1-hour drive from the
farm, in addition to the existing facilities necessary for its regular operation.
1. Reception/information counter. An info counter or a reception area shall be
designated where guests can inquire about the farm’s tour offering services or
amenities. It can also serve as briefing area for the tour.
2. Parking. Parking area with designated drop-off/loading area shall be provided for
buses and other public as well as private vehicles.
3. Dining/multi-purpose area. There shall be a dining, recreational and activity area
for guests.
4. Picnic grounds. Shall use outdoor fixture made of indigenous materials keeping
with the farm setting.
5. Farm guide. Farm guide shall accompany the tour group during the entire conduct
of the farm tour. They shall provide information on farm operations, processes,
products and other unique features of the farm.
6. Souvenir shop/mini-trading area. To provide the guest with a place to purchase
the farm’s produce (fresh or processed) and/or negotiate for possible business
c. Infrastructure. Support infrastructure facilities shall be in place such as road,
electricity, water and communication.
CHAPTER XI
GENERAL RULES ON THE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF
AGRI-TOURISM/FARM SITES
SECTION 210. Operation. The farm shall be in operation for at least 3 months in a year.
SECTION 211. Safety and Security. To ensure safety and security, the following shall
be available:
a. Security personnel. Security personnel shall be on duty on a 24-hour basis to
ensure the safety of the guests;
b. Safety signages. Appropriate safety signages shall be conspicuously displayed
within agri-tourism/farm site;
c. Off limit. Off limit areas shall be clearly demarcated. Access to these areas shall
be roped-off or blocked. Public areas shall be specifically designated;
d. Fire fighting facilities. There shall be fire fighting facilities in the farm;
e. First aid kit. A well-stocked first aid kit shall be made available at all times.
f. Farm equipments. Farm equipment shall have proper parking or storage areas.
Farm equipment, purposely put on display, shall be roped-off from visitors.
SECTION 212. Sanitation. The following sanitary facilities shall be provided:
a. Wash areas. There shall be designated wash areas within the farm with ample
amenities such as continuous flow of clean water, soap, hand towel, or tissues
paper.
b. Restroom. There shall be separate, clean and well-maintained rest rooms for male
and female. Bathrooms shall also be provided, if applicable.
c. Garbage cans. There shall be garbage cans in all activity areas.
d. Garbage disposal/waste management. Garbage/waste disposal shall adhere to
sustainable methods and techniques geared towards environmental protection.
CHAPTER XII
DOCUMENTATION
SECTION 213. Filing of Application. Any person, partnership, corporation or other

entity desiring to secure an accreditation to operate an agri-tourism/farm site from the office shall
accomplish in duplicate and file with the office, the application form prescribed for such purpose.
SECTION 214. Documentation Required to Support Application for Accreditation
of Agri-Tourism/Farm Site. Unless otherwise indicated in the form, the application shall be
accompanied by two copies of the following documents:
a. Appropriate permits and licenses from Local Government Unit.
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b. List of officers/owner and farm guides indicating therein their nationality, home
address and position, certified correct under oath by the owner/general manager.
c. Such other documents that the Department may require from time to time.
CHAPTER X m
INSPECTION
SECTION 215. Ocular Inspection. Upon receipt of its application the inspection team
will conduct an inspection of the facilities of the farm to determine whether it meets the standard
set by the Office.
SECTION 216. Inspection Checklist to be Accompanied During Ocular Inspection of
Agri-Tourism/Farm Site. The team shall provide itself with a set of inspection checklist or
requirements for the Agri-tourism/Farm site.
SECTION 217. All Observation of the Applicant to be Entered in the Inspection
Checklist. Any observation of the applicant or its duly authorized representatives present at the
time of the inspection on any adverse findings of the team shall be entered in the inspection
checklist. The applicant shall then be furnished with a copy of the accomplished inspection
checklist.
SECTION 218. Call Report. Within five (5) days from the date of the inspection of the
agri-tourism/farm site, the team shall render a call report of its findings and recommendations.
SECTION 219. Defects and Deficiencies Found During the Inspection. Where certain
defects and deficiencies have been found in the course of the inspection, the Department shall
serve notice and give direction to the proprietor, the manager or operator to rectify the defects or
deficiencies within a reasonable period of time.
SECTION 220. Periodic Inspection. When necessary or when the public interest and
safety dictates, the Department may send an inspection team for the purpose of finding out whether
the accredited agri-tourism/farm site is being kept and/or managed in a manner conforming 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 of privacy of parties concerned.
SECTION 221. Failure to Remedy the Defects and Difficiencies - Failure of the
management to remedy the defects or deficiencies shall be a ground for the revocation of the agri-
TITLE X
SPECIAL PROVISION
CHAPTER I
REQUIREMENTS FOR ASSOCIATIONS
SECTION 222. Minimum Basic Requirements. For the purpose of accreditation the
following are the basic requirements that must be complied with by an Association:
a. The association must be accredited by the Sangguniang Bayan.
b. All its members shall be duly accredited by the DOT and licensed as provided for
in this ordinance.
c. The association shall be duly registered with the Securities and Exchange
Commission or to the Cooperative Development Authority.
d. There shall be a code of Ethics already formulated by the applicant governing the
conduct of its members in their dealing with one another and the conduct to be
observed by the staff or employees towards each other and/or guests and clients;
e. Provided, that in case of conflict between any provision of these rules and said
Code of Ethics, the former shall prevail.
CHAPTER H
CREATION OF THE BAKUN TOURISM PROMOTIONS BOARD
SECTION 223. Bakun Tourism Promotions Board (BTPB). The board shall be
responsible in the promotion and marketing of the services and known destinations of the
Municipality of Bakun both in domestic and international tourism, highlighting the unique
character of the people, products and services and ensuring the development and improvement of
important destinations. Community activities, with the end view of increasing tourist arrivals and
tourism investment, marketing of the municipality; attracting, promoting, facilitating and
servicing events, environmental fairs and conventions, congress, sport competitions, expositions
and the like; ensuring the promotion and advertising of major tourism destinations and products
and providing opportunities and privileges to travel agencies, tour operators, wholesalers and
investors, drawing sizeable number of tourist and tourism investment in the municipality.
SECTION 224. General Powers. The BTPB shall have the general powers as
patterned with the Tourism Act of 2009 otherwise known as R.A. 9593.
a. Organize the BTPB in a manner most efficient and economical for the conduct of
its business and the implementation of its mandate;
b. Develop and implement a plan to market Bakun as a premier tourist destination;
c. Direct and coordinate the resources and efforts of the government and the private
sector in the tourism and allied fields for the full realization of the tourism
marketing plans and programs;
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e. Engage in the business of tourism and perform acts in consonance therewith, such
as, but not limited, to creating subsidiaries in support of the country, encouraging
sales promotions and advertising, and implementing programs and projects with
the objective of promoting the Municipality, the Province and enticing tourist to
visit its tourism destinations and to enjoy its tourism products;
f. Perform such other powers and functions as maybe deemed necessary by a maj ority
vote of the members of the Board.
SECTION 225. Composition. The BTPB shall be governed and its powers exercised
by the Board otherwise known as the “Tourism Board” composed of the following:
a. Local Chief Executive as the Chairperson
b. SB Chairman, Committee on Tourism as Vice Chairman
c. Members as follows:
d. SB Chairman, Committee on Laws
e. The Municipal Tourism Officer
f. The Municipal Planning and Development Coordinator
g. The Municipal Agriculturist
h. The Municipal Treasurer
i. The Municipal Budget Officer
j. The Municipal Health Officer
k. The Municipal Engineer
l. The Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Officer
m. One Representative each from the different accredited tourism organizations
representing the primary enterprises as defined under this ordinance; the hotel
and accommodation, travel agency, tour guide and transport as endorsed by the
Municipal Tourism Office and appointed by the Local Chief Executive.
n. Secretariat - Municipal Tourism Office
SECTION 226. Representative Directors. The nominees must be:
Filipino Citizen
With recognized competence in business management, marketing finance
tourism and other related fields
Must represent a DOT accredited Tourism enterprise
For accredited association/organization he/she must be a high ranking official
with a position of at least President, Vice President or Secretary.
The term of office of the Representative Directors of the Tourism Board shall be
three years to commence upon the appointment by the Chairman. Each director
may be reappointed at most for one additional term upon expiration date of
his/her original term, further may be tenninated for just cause, and the directors’
offices shall be deemed vacated.
If Representative Director ceases to be connected with the sector of which he/she
represents, a new representative director shall be appointed to serve the
unexpired portion of his/ her predecessor’s term. The new representative shall be
chosen by the organization he/she represents in a board resolution and certified
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SECTION 227. Powers and Duties of the Tourism Board. The Tourism Board shall
have the following powers and duties:
a. Promulgate policies, approve programs and prescribed rules and regulations
necessary to implement the intents and purpose of the Tourism Promotions Board;
b. Create committees and sub-committees as may be necessary;
c. Design and implement the promotional and marketing structure of the Municipality
of Bakun;
d. Organize fund raising projects and events and accept donations, sponsorships and
solicitations, through the Chief Executive for the programs and beautification;
e. Organize events and activities that will promote the local culture and tourism
attraction of the municipality;
f. Represent the municipality in any tourism promotional activities within the
locality, in the region, national and international;
g. Perform and execute any tourism or promotional related activities and programs;
h. Recommend contacts or agreements as may be necessary for the proper, efficient
and stable administration of the BTPB and for the attainment of the purpose and
objective of this code;
i. Render through its Chairperson annual reports to the Chief Executive and such
other special reports that may be required from time to time;
j. Exercise all powers necessary or incidental to the attainment of the intent or
purpose of the Code.
SECTION 228. Meetings of the Board. The Tourism Board shall meet at least once
a month. The Chairperson may call for a special meeting or at the instance of a majority of the
members of the Board:
a. Immediately after its organization, the Tourism Board shall adopt the rules and
procedures for the conduct of its meeting.
b. The presence of the majority of the Tourism Board, including the Chairperson or
Vice-Chairperson, shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of the business of
the Board.
c. The Chairperson of the Tourism Board shall have voting rights in case of tie.
d. The secretary shall prepare the agenda for Tourism Board meetings in consultation
with the chairperson.
SECTION 229. Compensation of the Board Members. Subject to existing
constitutional and legal prohibitions on double compensation, members of the Tourism Board in
an ex officio capacity or his/her permanent representative shall not be entitled to receive
compensation in any form for their services but may receive reasonable per diems, to be
determined by the Tourism Board, for attendance at regular and special Board meetings; and
further whose funds shall be allocated yearly, as approved in the regular annual budget of the
Municipal Government. The private sector members of the Tourism Board shall not be entitled
compensation but are entitled to receive reasonable per diems for attendance at regular and special
meetings. They shall not be allowed other benefits whether in cash or in kind on top of the per
diem, except when specifically provided by law. Attendance in meetings of any committee created
by and composed of members of the Tourism Board shall be considered as attendance in Board
meetings, provided, that in regulajurijjetings of the Board, no proxies shall be allowed.
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SECTION 230. Effectivity. The Bakun Tourism Promotions Board shall be effective
upon the issuance of an Executive Order signed by the Chief Executive.
CHAPTER HI
THE INSPECTION AND/OR MONITORING TEAM
SECTION 231. Composition of Inspection and/or Monitoring Team. The inspection

and/or monitoring team shall be composed of the following:
a. Chairman: SB Chairman, Committee on Tourism
b. Vice-Chairman: Municipal Tourism Officer
Members:
1. SB Chairman, Committee on Infrastructure
2. Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Officer
3. Municipal Planning and Development Coordinator
4. Municipal Engineer
5. MHO/Sanitary Inspector
6. PNP Officer/Representative
7. Fire Officer/Representative
8. Punong Barangay of the respective barangay
SECTION 232. Functions of Inspection and/or Monitoring Team. The team shall
have exclusive authority to conduct inspection and/or monitor any tourism destinations and
tourism oriented/related establishments to ensure compliance of provisions of this ordinance, R. A.
No. 9593 and other related laws.
CHAPTER IV
VIOLATIONS AND PENALTIES
SECTION 233. Grounds for the Imposition of Fines/Suspension/Cancelation of

Registration and/or Non-Renewal of Mayor’s Permit. Any of the following acts, omission or
offense shall be sufficient ground for the imposition of fine/suspension or the cancellation of the
certificate of registration, grant or renewal of Mayor’s permit and/or forfeiture of bond:
a. Making any false declaration or statement, or making use of any such declaration or
statement or any document containing fraud or any act of misrepresentation for the
purpose of obtaining the issuance, grant, or renewal of any certificate of registration
or Mayor’s Permit.
b. Failure to comply with or to contravene any of the conditions set forth in the Mayor’s
Permit.
c. Failure to meet the standards and the requirements for the operation of the tourism
related businesses, as prescribed in this Code.
d. Serious physical injury or loss of life of any guest due to the fault or negligence of
any official or employee of the establishment.
e. Allowing or permitting the business, including any of its facilities, to be used for
illegal, immoral or illicit activities.
f. Violation or non-compliance with any of the provisions of this Code and circulars
issued by the Office and other issuances.
g. Failure to renew the permit within the period required under this ordinance or non-
compliance with the requirements provided under this ordinance.
h. Fraudulent representation, written or oral, by the chief executive officer/manager of
the agency for the purpose of securing issuance of any license under these rules.
i. Gross and evident bad faith in dealing with clients/fraudulent solicitation of business.
j. Employment or hiring of tour guides and porters who are not holders of a
license/permit issued by the Chief Executive including working visa and work permit
in the case of a non-Filipino employee, whether contractual or permanent.
k. Non-compliance with or non-submission of any of the requirements for the renewal
of license required under Section 166 of this Ordinance.
l. Violation of any of the provisions of this Ordinance, circulars and orders of the Office,
and violation of any of the conditions of the LTFRB franchise.
m. Fraudulent representation, written or oral by the owner/ general manager of the
company, for the purpose of securing issuance or renewal of license.
n. Tolerance of gross misconduct, discourtesy, dishonesty or misrepresentation
committed by any of the operator’s officers or employees against its passengers to
the detriment of the tourism industry.
o. Wilful violation of the agreement or contract entered into by the tourist transport
operators and its clients or passengers.
p. Failure to replace or renew the surety bond mentioned in Section 163 of this
Ordinance within fifteen (15) days from the date when said bond is ordered forfeited
or confiscated in accordance with these Rules, or cancelled or revoked for whatever
cause.
q. Failure to pay fines, as well as fees, dues and contributions imposed under existing
laws.
r. Failure to submit a notice of any change in its personnel within 15 working days of
such change.
s. Failure to obey or comply with the duly promulgated orders or decisions of the
Office, as well as circulars of the DOT;
t. Any other act or omission that works against the interest of the tourism industry.
SECTION 234. Penalty. In the case of violation of the preceding section except for
letters (d) and (e), the following penalties shall be imposed;
a. First Offense - Suspension of operation for one month and a fine of One Thousand
Pesos (Phpl,000.00);
b. Second Offense - Suspension of operation for six months and a fine of One
Thousand Five Flundred Pesos (Phpl,500.00); and
c. Third and Subsequent Offenses - Cancellation of Mayor’s Permit and a fine of
Two Thousand Five Hundred Pesos (Php2,500.00) plus perpetual disqualification
to engage in any tourism-oriented/related businesses.
For grounds under letters (d) and (e), aside from cancellation of Mayor’s Permit and
perpetual disqualification to engage in any tourism related businesses, the business
owner/proprietor, operator or manager, as the case may be, shall likewise be penalized to pay a
fine in the amount of Two Thousand five Hundred Pesos (Php2,500.00).
The penalties provided herein are without prejudice to other penalties imposable for
violations of other laws.
SECTION 235. Violations of Tour Guides and Porters Regulations. The following
acts/omission shall be considered violations of the Tour Guide and Porter Regulations:
a. Any overt act of dishonesty, misrepresentation, or misconduct committed against
a member of his/her tour group or against an employer or co-employee.
b. Failure to comply with the requirements of the compulsory wearing of uniform
and ID’s.
c. Serious physical injury or loss of life of any guest due to the fault or negligence
of the tour guides.
d. Encouraging, allowing or failure to report guests who are engaged in any illegal,
immoral or illicit activities.
e. Encouraging, allowing, or failure to report any violation of Environmental Laws
and Ordinances by guests.
f. Conviction of a crime involving moral turpitude, and violations as provided for
under the Tour Guiding rules and regulations.
SECTION 236. Penalty. In case of violation under section 235 except for letters (e)
to (h), the following penalties shall be imposed:
a. For Tour Guides Porters:
1. First offense - Fine of Three Hundred Pesos (Php300.00) and suspension for one
month;
2. Second offense - Fine of Five Hundred Pesos (Php500.00) and suspension for two
months; and
3. Third offense - Fine of One Thousand Pesos (Phpl,000.00) and cancellation of
license.
For violation provided under section 235, letters (e) to (h), aside from cancellation of
license and perpetual disqualification to be employed and accredited as tour guide, the tour guide
shall likewise be penalized to pay a fine in the amount of Two Thousand Five Thousand Pesos
(Php2,500.00).
The penalties provided herein are without prejudice to other penalties imposable for
violations of other laws.
SECTION 237. Penalty for Engaging in the Tourism Related Business Without
License. Any entity not licensed by the Municipality except Travel and Tour Business and Tour
Guides who engages in a tourism related business shall be given three (3) notices with ten (10)
days interval on each notice for the entity to secure license with the following administrative fines
and penalties, to wit:
a. First notice - A fine of One Thousand Pesos (Phpl,000.00);
b. Second notice - A fine of One Thousand Five Hundred Pesos (Phpl ,500.00);
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c. Third notice - A fine of Two Thousand Five Hundred Pesos (Php2,500.00) or
imprisonment of not more than six months, or both, plus perpetual disqualification
to engage in any tourism-related businesses.
Travel and Tour Business and Tour Guides shall be given notice to stop their operation
and to stop from engaging in tour guide profession, respectively. Failure to stop from receipt of
the notice shall result to administrative fines and penalties to be imposed by the Municipal
Government in the amount of not more than Two Thousand Five Hundred Pesos (Php2,500.00)
or imprisonment of not more than six months, or both, without prejudice to further legal action
under other applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
CHAPTER V
ESTABLISHMENT OF TOURISM POLICE
SECTION 238. Municipal Tourist Police. A special municipal tourist police force
shall be established under the supervision and control of the Philippine National Police in the
Municipality of BAKUN in coordination with the Municipal Tourism Office to immediately
address the concerns of visitors/tourists visiting the Municipality.
TITLE XI
TOURISM-ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAM
SECTION 239. Scope. The Tourism-Environmental Education Program shall cover all
levels of public and private schools, Barangay organizations and assemblies, business
organizations, civic, non-governmental and people’s organizations, and all other sectors in the
Municipality of Bakun.
SECTION 240. Implementing agency. The Municipal Mayor’s Office shall be the lead
agency in the implementation of the Tourism Environmental Education Program. The Municipal
Environment and Natural Resources Officer shall coordinate with the School
Heads/Administrators of public and private schools both in the Elementary and Secondary schools
in the municipality for the speaker, lecturers, or resource person on the Municipal’s information
and education campaign regarding the tourism and environmental program.
SECTION 241. Production of Instrumental Materials. The Municipal Tourism Office,
Municipal Tourism Council, Municipal Environment Natural Resources Office and Sangguniang
Bayan Members Committee on Tourism and Committee on Environment shall work hand-in-hand
in the production of educational modules and audio-visual presentations containing the policies,
goals, development projects, ordinances, rules and regulations on the Integrated Tourism and
Environmental Programs of the Municipality of Bakun.
SECTION 242. Time Allotment For Tourism-Environmental Education Campaign.
School Heads/Administrators of public and private schools both in the Elementary and High
School levels in the Municipality are hereby encourage to:
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a. Allot at least twice (2x) in the school calendar year, once (lx) on the first day and the
other (lx) on the middle of the school year, for the information-education lecture or
audio-visual presentation on tourism and environmental in the Municipality of Bakun;
or,
b. Arrange for a school-wide symposium, panel discussion, or any appropriate medium
for tourism and environment.
TITLE XII
MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
SECTION 243. Toilet Fees. All municipal restrooms, in order to provide for a
sustainable maintenance and cleanliness shall impose a restroom fee of a minimum of Five Pesos
(Php5.00) but not exceeding Ten Pesos (PhPlO.OO) for every use.
SECTION 244. Incentives and Privileges. Every Tourism Establishments who have
complied with all regulatory requirements, participative of government initiated programs and
activities and has no record of major offenses, complaints and liabilities, and paid their taxes due
the government, duly certified by the Association where he/she is a member shall be entitled to
the following privileges:
a. Express lane during the renewal of their business permits and licenses;
b. Prioritization in all Municipal Tourism Office initiated seminars and training
programs for the enhancement of customer service, participation to trade fairs,
travel marts and other DOT related activities; and
c. Priority in networking and linkage development of the Municipal Government of
Bakun.
SECTION 245. Mandatory Orientation. All tourists/excursionists shall undergo an
orientation on the rules and regulations to be set forth on the IRR of this ordinance for the
protection and preservation of the tourist attractions and other prohibitions during the entire
tourism activities.
SECTION 246. Visitors Who Shall Undergo Physically Strenuous Activities Must
Present a Medical Certificate. Visitors who shall undergo physically strenuous activities such
as mountain climbing, trekking, biking etc. must present a medical certificate certified by a
competent physician certifying that the visitor is physically and medically fit to do such activity.
The medical certificate is presented to the Municipal Tourism Office before the activity. The
medical certificate may also be secured from the Municipal Health Office. The validity of the
medical certificate must be not more than three (3) months from date of examination. Failure to
present a medical certificate shall prevent the visitor in continuing the activity.
SECTION 247. Funding. An initial fund in the amount of Five Hundred Thousand Pesos
(Php500,000.00) or more depending on the availability of funds shall be appropriated annually for
tourism develonment nroeram/activities
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TITLE XHI
FINAL PROVISONS
SECTION 248. Separability Clause. If for any reason or reasons, any part or provision
of this ordinance shall be held unconstitutional or invalid, other parts which are not affected
thereby shall continue to be in full force and effect.
SECTION 249. Repealing Clause. All existing Ordinances, Executive Orders, Local
Issuances or Rules and Regulations, or part thereof, which are inconsistent with the provisions of
this Ordinance are hereby repealed and/or modified accordingly.
SECTION 250. Effectivity. This Ordinance shall take effect in accordance with the
provisions of the Local government Code of 1991.
ENACTED this 14th day of December, 2021 at Bakun, Benguet.”
Approved:
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BILL RAYMUNDO
Municipal Mayor

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Regular Meeting

December 14, 2021

PRESENT: HON. EDWARD BUSCOL, Mun. Vice-Mayor/Presiding Officer

FORMULATING AND ESTABLISHING THE BAKUN TOURISM CODE WHICH

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SECTION 10. Administrative and Technical Set-Up for Implementation. For

SECTION 17. Mandatory Registration. All tourists/excursionists shall register at the

SECTION 18. Accreditation of Tourism Establishment.

c. Front Desk/Reception. There shall be a reception and information counter providing

d FOOD AND BEVERAGE:

f. Housekeeping. Shall be of high of standard.

h. Entertainment. Live entertainment shall be provided.

b. Bedroom Facilities And Furnishings:

c\ c. Front Desk/Reception. There shall be a reception and information counter providing

k. Special Facilities. Airport/bus terminal transfer services shall be provided upon

b. Bedroom Facilities and Furnishing:

c. Information Materials. Room tariffs shall be conspicuously displayed in each bedroom

e. Food and Beverage:

h. Housekeeping. The premises shall be kept clean and orderly.

SECTION 32. Application for Registration. Any person, partnership, corporation or

b. Resolution of the Board of Directors of the corporation, association or other entity

d. Proprietors, principal owners, major partners, major stockholders, or controlling

h. Joint ventures and/or technical assistance agreements, if any, existing or proposed

i. Comprehensive General Liability Insurance Policy (Minimum Coverage) of Five

SECTION 52. Display of Department of Tourism Accreditation Sticker, Certificate

SECTION 77. Maintenance and Housekeeping. Maintenance of all sections of the

SECTION 88. Requirement for the Transfer of Certificate of Registration and

SECTION 111. Maintenance and Housekeeping. Maintenance of all sections of the

SECTION 128. Requirements For Pensions. For purposes of accreditation, the

SECTION 129. Minimum Requirements for Homestay. For the purpose of

c. Training. Family members shall have training workshop on homestay program.

Tour guides shall be classified as follows:

SECTION 154. Requirements. For purposes of registration and licensing, the

SECTION 157. Mandatory Mayor’s Permit. No person, natural or juridical, shall

SECTION 166. Tourist Transport Service. Tourist transport service offered on a

SECTION 180. Mandatory Licensing. No person, natural or judicial, shall operate as a

SECTION 193. Minimum Requirements. For purpose of accreditation, the following

SECTION 194. Minimum Requirements. For purpose of accreditation, the following

SECTION 195. Minimum Requirements. For purpose of accreditation, the following

SECTION 196. Minimum Requirements. For purpose of accreditation, the following

SECTION 199. Minimum Requirements. For purpose of accreditation, the following

SECTION 204. Minimum Requirements. For purpose of accreditation, the following

SECTION 205. Maintenance. Maintenance of all sections of the spa shall be on a

SECTION 213. Filing of Application. Any person, partnership, corporation or other

SECTION 231. Composition of Inspection and/or Monitoring Team. The inspection

SECTION 233. Grounds for the Imposition of Fines/Suspension/Cancelation of

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