Subdivision General Guidelines and Design Standards Farmlot Subdivision
Section 1. General Guidelines
Farmlot Subdivision is a subdivision
project intended primarily for intensive agricultural activities with judicious allocation of areas based on sound planning principles. 1. Location
Farmlot Subdivision projects shall
be located in areas zoned as agricultural or agri-industrial per approved Comprehensive Land Use Plan and Zoning Ordinance (CLUP/ZO) of the city/municipality having jurisdiction over the project site. 2. Site Criteria
The site must be accessible to
transportation lines such as road, railroad and other transportation facilities.
Basic utilities like roads and water
sources must be available to support the intended/prospective farm activities. Where available, subdivision development shall include the provision for power lines. 3. Site Alteration/Preservation
The natural slope of the land shall be
preserved. Where grading and ditching is necessary, these shall follow the natural drainage or contour and shall be protected by grass, stone or concrete fill.
Preservation of site assets must conform
with the existing laws, rules and regulations governing environmental protection. Section 2. Design Standards Parameters Standards 1. Farmlot Area/ Saleable Lot (Sq. m.) Minimum of 1,000
2. Buildable Area The maximum area allowed for
structures attendant to agricultural activities Maximum of 25% of the total saleable lot area 3. Roads Type of Roads Major Minor Alley a. Minimum Right-Of-Way (m) 10 10 3 b. Number of Lanes 2 2 1 c. Minimum Carriageway (m) 6 6 - d. Lined Canal/Planting Strip Variable Variable Optional e. Pavement macadam macadam macadam 4. Farm Produce Center Minimum of 200 sq. meters Section 3. Community Utilities A. Water Supply System - Water supply for farmlot subdivision shall be connected to an approved public or community water supply system whenever practicable. - When other sources shall be utilized a certification form the appropriate water authority must be secured for the availability and locations of the water sources. - If communal wells shall be utilized, these shall be located strategically for ease and convenience. Development of said communal wells are subject to laws, rules and regulation being implemented by appropriate government agencies. B. Sewage Disposal System Provision of individual septic tank shall be designed to conform to the standards/provisions of the National Building Code of the Philippines and its location and activity shall be governed by the Sanitation Code of the Philippines (PD 856), Pollution Control Law (PD 984) and Revised Effluent Regulations of 1990 (DAO 90-35).
C. Garbage Disposal
Rubbish shall be disposed of only through
sanitary methods, e.g. composting landfill, etc., by individual lot owners. D. Drainage System
The minimum drainage requirement of a farmlot
subdivision is open canal which shall conform with the natural drainage characteristics of the subdivision site.
These canals shall be built along the roads and
constructed of suitable materials to prevent erosion of the sides and bottom, e.g., compacted gravel, concrete slabs for the bottom, and bricks, stone or concrete hollow blocks (grouted with cement) for the sides. Canals shall have appropriate slope to ensure free flow of water and prevent stagnation. E. Power
Provision for electrical power distribution
facilities is optional. Should the same be provided, it shall conform with the Philippine Electrical Code. Section 4. Allowable Uses and Limitations Allowable Uses Limitations
1. Farmers Dwelling
2. Crop Farming None
- Tree Crops - Mixed Orchard - Diversified Crops Poultry Farms Backyard scale: maximum of 500 birds per lot Swine Farms Backyard scale: maximum of 10 hogs per lot Aqua Culture (e.g. carp, None tilapia, eel, etc.) Allowable Uses Limitations
Grazing/Pasture Related Backyard scale ONLY
- Milking Cow Maximum of 5 cows
(IDEALLY 12 Sq, M. for 4 to 5 cows) - Cattle Fattening Maximum of 5 cows (IDEALLY 8 Sq. M. per cow) - Goat Raising Maximum of 10 goats (IDEALLY 6 Sq. M. per goat for shelter or quarters only) Vermiculture Largely depends on scale of production; initially may need 20 sq. m. Allowable Uses Limitations
Agri-Industrial Activities Backyard Scale ONLY
- Ricemill Maximum of 300 sq. m. at
a distance not less than 1,000 m from another mill - Food Processing/ Within the TOTAL buildable Preservation area Cottage Industries Backyard Scale ONLY
- Handicrafts Within the buildable area
- Ceramics Within the buildable area Other or any combination of the above Section 5. Variances
Variations from these standards maybe authorized
by the BOARD if deemed reasonable and not detrimental to the overall development of the subdivision and its surrounding areas.
Section 6. Restrictions and Prohibitions.
There shall be no further subdivision of the
minimum LOT area of one thousand (1,000) square meters into smaller lots. Preliminary and Final Approval of Farmlot Subdivision Plan Section 7. Preliminary Approval of Farmlot Subdivision Plan a. Optional Application
Application for preliminary approval of
farmlot subdivision plan is optional if the project is located in cities or municipalities with approved Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP) b. Required Application
Application for preliminary approval of
farmlot subdivision plan is required if the project is located in cities or municipalities without approved Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP). The Owner or Developer of the farmlot subdivision project shall apply for approval with the BOARD or LGU concerned by submitting the following: a. Two (2) copies of preliminary subdivision plan drawn at any of the following appropriate scales: 1:200 to 1:2,000 indicating the layout of streets, lots and blocks and other features of the plan in relation to the existing site conditions signed and sealed by any of the following professionals: Architect, Civil Engineer or Geodetic Engineer.
b. One (1) set of the following documents duly
signed and sealed by a licensed Geodetic Engineer: b.1 Vicinity Map in the scale 1:10,000 showing the relationship of the site to existing land uses, community facilities or development which may directly or indirectly influence it; main traffic arteries; land marks and other relevant features of the community where the project is located.
b.2 Topographic plan showing the following:
Project boundary lines, easements, ground elevation, streets and utilities adjacent to the farmlot subdivision. 2. At least 2 copies of Certified True Copy of Titles and Current Tax Receipt 3. Right to use or deed of sale of right-of-way for access road drainage and other utilities when applicable.
Approval of preliminary farmlot subdivision
plan shall be valid for a period of one hundred eighty (180) days from date of approval. Section 8. Application for Approval of Final Farmlot Subdivision Plan
After the preliminary approval of the farmlot
subdivision plan, the owner or developer shall proceed with the preparation and submission to the Board or LGU concerned of the following: a. All requirements for application for preliminary subdivision development plan as specified in section 7.b of this rule. b. Two (2) copies of final Subdivision Plan duly signed by any of the following licensed professionals: Architect, Civil Engineer or a Geodetic Engineer drawn in the scales of 1:200 to 1:1,000 indicating the following: 1. Street layout, right-of-way, similar data for alleys if any; 2. Other right-of-way or easements: alignments, width and purpose. 3. Location of utilities: Drainage System, possible sources of water supply and possible sources of power, power distribution if local power utility is available. 4. Lot lines, lot nos. lot areas, block nos. 5. Size data: No. of Saleable farmlots, schedule of dimensions and areas according to use classifications, e.g. roads, farm produce center, water sources, saleable lots, etc. 6. Other conditions on the land: Water courses, marshes, rock outcrop, wooded areas, presence of trees with caliper diameter of 200 mm, houses and other significant features. c. Topographic Plan duly signed by a registered Geodetic Engineer showing the following: 1. Project boundary lines; bearings, distances, Tie Point or Reference Point, Geographic Coordinates of the Tie Point or Bureau of Land Locational Monument (BLLM) 2. Easements: Locations, widths, elevations, alignments, purposes. 3. Streets adjacent to the subdivision. Access, name, width, elevations, paving/surface material; any legally established center line elevations; walks, curbs, gutters, culverts, etc. 4. Utilities adjacent to the farmlot subdivision. Utility lines, roads/highways, railroad tract, towers, etc. If utilities are not adjacent to the subdivision, indicate the direction and distance to, and the invert elevation of nearest one. 5. Ground elevation. Spot elevations at all breaks in grade, along drainage channels and at selected points (not more than 20 meters apart) including contour lines at intervals sufficient for planning and detailed engineering designs shall be indicated. d. At least 2 copies of project description to include the following: - Project profile indicating the cost of raw land and its development (total project cost), amortization schedule, sources of financing, cash flow and work program; - Audited financial statement for the last 3 preceding years; - Income Tax Return for the last 3 preceding years. - Certificate of Registration from SEC; - Articles of Incorporation or Partnership; - Corporation By-Laws and all implementing amendments; and - For new corporations (3 years and below) Statement of Capitalization and sources of income and cash flow to support work program. E. Clearances from Other Agencies 1. Environmental Compliance Certificate (ECC), from DENR 2. Permit to drill well(s) from the National Water Resources Board (NWRB), if centralized or communal deepwell is provided. Section 9. Validity of Final Approval of Farmlot Subdivision Plan Development of farmlot subdivision shall commence within three(3) years from the issuance of final approval and shall apply for license to sell with the HLURB.