ORD-2026-0013

WHEREAS, Section 16 of Republic Act No. 7160 (Local Government Code of 1991) mandates local government units to promote health and safety and enhance the right of the people to a balanced ecology; WHEREAS, urban expansion increases surface water runoff, which heightens flash flood risks during peak monsoon seasons and strains local municipal drainage capacities; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Sangguniang Panlungsod of the City of San Jose del Monte, Bulacan, in session assembled, that: ARTICLE I. GENERAL PROVISIONSSection 1. Short Title. — This Ordinance shall be known as the "CSJDM Rainwater Harvesting Ordinance of 2026."Section 2. Scope and Coverage. — This Ordinance shall apply to all newly proposed commercial developments, industrial structures, and residential subdivisions with a total lot area exceeding 200 square meters.ARTICLE II. MANDATORY SPECIFICATIONSSection 3. Installation Requirements. — Covered structures must incorporate a rainwater collection facility with a minimum capacity proportional to roof surface area, designed to filter rainwater for non-potable uses such as cleaning, irrigation, and toilet flushing.Section 4. Compliance Certificate. — The City Building Official shall evaluate rainwater collection plans prior to granting Building Permits and Certificates of Occupancy.ARTICLE III. PENALTIES AND ENFORCEMENTSection 5. Administrative Fine. — Failure to construct or maintain approved rainwater harvesting systems shall warrant the following penalties:First Offense: Notice of Violation and 30-day compliance period.Second Offense: Administrative fine of ₱3,000.00.Third and Subsequent Offenses: Administrative fine of ₱5,000.00 and suspension of Business Permit until full compliance.ARTICLE IV. FINAL PROVISIONS Section 6. Separability Clause. — If any part or section of this Ordinance is held unconstitutional or invalid, other parts or provisions not affected thereby shall continue to be in full force and effect. Section 7. Repealing Clause. — All local ordinances, executive orders, rules, and regulations inconsistent with this Ordinance are hereby repealed or modified accordingly. Section 8. Effectivity. — This Ordinance shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its complete publication in a local newspaper of general circulation.