EXCERPT FROM THE MINUTES OF 119th REGULAR SESSION OF THE 17TH COUNCIL

OF REAL, QUEZON HELD AT 3rd FLOOR OF MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT CENTER ON

JANUARY 14, 2019 AT EXACTLY 2:45 IN THE AFTERNOON.

PRESENT:
Hon. JOEL AMANDO A. DIESTRO - Mun. Vice-Mayor/ Presiding Officer
Hon. DARIUS B. CASTRO - Councilor
Hon. RON-RON P. ISIDRO - Councilor
Hon. RENMAR A. SOLLESTRE - Councilor
Hon. NOIME L. AZCARRAGA - Councilor
Hon. JANETTE R. SANTIAGO - Councilor
Hon. MADELYN M. DIESTRO - PLB
Hon. JENRA D. ASIS - PPSK
ABSENT:
Hon. LEA A. CALLEJA - Councilor (On Leave)
Hon. RAFFY M. MORFE - Councilor (On Leave)

ORDINANCE NO. _020, S-2019

Hon. Ron-ron P. Isidro and Hon. Madelyn M. Diestro

“ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THE TOURISM CODE OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF REAL

AND PRESCRIBING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION THEREOF”

WHEREAS, the Municipality of Real, with its present infrastructure, natural

resources/ attractions, tradition, culture and historical treasures possess great potentials as
a tourism center for destination for both local and foreign tourists;

WHEREAS, it is widely acknowledged that tourism is a strategic sector for

sustainable development, a vehicle for poverty reduction, environmental conversation and
cultural heritage preservation.

WHEREAS, the slow progress in the tourism industry of Real and lack of initiatives
to enhance and develop the tourism potential of the town and minimal use of its tourism
resources is due to absence of an organic law that could provide the necessary push and
direction to any proposed Tourism Program;

WHEREAS, the present local government administration, having recognized the

great tourism potentials of Real and having realized the occurring economic and social
benefits of a functioning and developing tourism industry of the Municipality, has adopted a
tourism program aimed at developing the tourism potential and resources of Real and
ensuring the security, enjoyment and well-being of tourists, and enhancing the quality of
services offered by all tourism-oriented or tourism-related business establishments in town;
without compromising the integrity, morality, and the general welfare of Realeños;

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 WHEREAS, among the kinds of tourism that will be of focus are the Social Tourism,
Cultural Tourism, Sports Tourism, Water Sports Tourism, Adventure Tourism, and
Ecotourism.

Be it enacted by the Sangguniang Bayan of Real that:

CHAPTER I: GENERAL PROVISIONS

Article 1. TITLE – This Ordinance shall be known as the “MUNICIPAL TOURISM CODE OF
REAL, QUEZON”.

Article 2. SCOPE – This Ordinance shall govern and regulate tourism development and
promotion and programs of and within the Municipality including the licensing, registration
and supervision of the operations of tourism oriented/related establishments.

Article 3. APPLICATION – This Ordinance shall apply to all resorts, lodging houses,
restaurants, inns, hotels, travel agencies, tour guides and transports that are tourism
oriented/related and other similar establishments and personal services whether their
operation is domestic or international in scope.

Article 4. CONSTRUCTION – These implementing rules and regulations shall be liberally

construed in order to promote and implement its objectives.

Article 5. DEFINITIONS – For purposes of this Ordinance, the terms and phrases
enumerated in this Section shall be construed or interpreted to mean or refer to, as follows:

1. Adventure Tourism - is a type of niche tourism, involving exploration or travel with a

certain degree of risk, and which may require a special skills and physical exertion.

2. Apartel/Apartelle – a cottage/ unit one or more rooms distinctly different from hotel room
in such a way that cooking is allowed inside with complete facilities for such are provided.

3. Apartment House – a building containing number of separate residential suites.

4. Associations – an organization of persons/entities, duly licensed/accredited by the

government having the subject of tourism as a common interest.

5. Bar – includes beer gardens or places where intoxicating and fermented liquors or malt
are sold and served, disposed of, or given away for compensation even without food,
where services of hostesses, Guest Relation Officers and/or waiter/waitresses are

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 employed, and where customers are entertained by occasional dancing to music not
rendered by a regular dance orchestra or musicians hired for the purpose. Otherwise, the
place shall be classified as a “dance hall”. A “cocktail lounge” is considered a bar even if
there are no hostesses or waitresses to entertain customers.

6. Barbeque/Roasting Place – designated site where grills set-up for roasting of fish,
meat and other food.

7. Bus Stop – a common place for the stopover of buses located along the highways or
regular route for transport in long travel.

8. Bus Terminal/Bus Station – a passenger station and a place for the final stopover or a
permanent station, office and yard of buses, which may also serve as loading and
unloading area for passengers.

9. Camp – the ground or spot on which tents, caravans/mobile homes, cottages, or other
shelters, with sanitary and recreational facilities, are temporarily or permanently
constructed and located and commonly arranged in an orderly manner used for vacation
and outing.

10. Campfire- a fire made in a safe manner using untreated wooden materials especially for

the purpose of social gathering during night time.

11. Cluster – a group of similar things or people positioned or occurring closely together.

12. Council – The Municipal Tourism Council of Real herein referred to as “MTCR”

13. Convention – any gathering for the purpose of exchanging or disseminating views,
technical expertise, experiences, knowledge, skills, information, policies or any other
related activity. It does not include corporate meetings or events where participation is
limited to company personnel only.
The term shall include any of the following:
13.1 Conference – usually general sessions and face-to-face groups with high
participation to plan, get facts, solve organization and member problems.
13.2 Congress – more commonly used European designation for convention and
mainly international in scope.
13.3 Seminar – usually one face-to-face group sharing experiences in a particular field
under the guidance of an expert discussion leader. Attendance generally is thirty
(30) persons or less.
13.4 Lecture – a formal presentation by an expert sometimes followed by question-
and-answer period.
13.5 Symposium - a panel discussion by experts in a given field before a large
audience; some audience participation but appreciably less than a forum.

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 13.6 Forum – a panel discussion taking opposite sides of an issue by experts in a
given field with liberal opportunity for audience participation.
13.7 Workshop – usually a general session and face-to-face groups of participants
training each other to gain new knowledge, skills or insights into problems;
attendance generally to more than thirty to thirty-five (30-35) participants.
13.8 Colloquium – a program in which the participants determine the matter to be
discussed. The leaders will formulate the program around the most frequent
problems; usually attended by thirty-five (35) persons or less with equal emphasis
on instruction and discussion.

14. Cottage – type of house forming part of an establishment, constructed for permanent or
temporary use.

15. Court of Law – any competent court of law dealing with legal matters. Its chief function
is to decide, at the request of the litigants of the government, whether or not a final
decision previously handed down has been in violation of the law or has been a false
interpretation of it.

16. Court – Space for any gathering tourism related activities e.g. food court.

17. Cultural Tourism– is the subset of tourism concerned with a traveler’s engagement with
a country or region’s culture, specifically the lifestyle of the people in those geographical
areas, the history of those people, their art, architecture, religion, and other elements
that helped shape their way of life.

18. Dance – rhythmic and expressive body movement usually coordinated into a pattern
and adapted to musical accompaniments.

19. Dance Hall – public or privately owned room suitable for dances and offering facilities
for dancing. This includes bistros, discos, discotheques, pub house, ballroom dance
halls and similar establishments.

20. Disco/Discotheque – an establishment serving food and drinks equipped with

electronic sound and lighting system and similar accessories providing space for
dancing.

21. Dive Boat – any sea craft transporting divers to and from various dive sites with special
equipment and or facilities/amenities catering to the needs of divers.

22. Dive Instructor/Dive Master – an individual who is licensed and accredited by PCSSD
or any accredited diving institution in the Municipality of Real and is duly registered with
the Tourism Office.

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23. Dive Shops – any establishment accredited by the Philippine Commission in Sports
Scuba Diving (PCSSD) catering to tourist both local and foreign, providing scuba diving
lessons or instructions and packaged diving tours of the wrecks, reefs and other marine
attractions and the rental of diving equipment.

24. Domestic Tourists – local tourists who stay in the site for more than a day.

25. Eco-tourism- usually community based and revolves within the carrying capacity of an
area, its natural, cultural/heritage attractions, and protection and management of natural
resources and indigenous knowledge and practices. Generally based on the principle of
sustainable development, this mode of tourism ensures that the ability of future
generations of Realeňos will be compromised.

26. Entertainer – include host/hostesses, singers, hospitality girls, male and female escorts,
receptionist, guest relation officer (GRO), ago-go dancers, male and female sexy
dancers, dance instructor/ instructress and models of night/day clubs and similar
establishments who entertain patrons or customers by seating and conversing, dancing,
singing, eating and drinking with them.

27. Excursionist – stays at the area for less than a day. They are usually inhabitants of the
place from nearby areas of from far areas but are staying at the site for less than a day.
28. Folk House, Karaoke Bar, Videoke Bar or Music Lounge – an establishment serving
food and drinks where the major form of entertainment is singing and listening to music.

29. Function Room – a room in a hotel or other similar establishment rented for public and
social ceremonies, gatherings, festivities or other forms of entertainment.

30. Guest – any tourist or traveler who is registered as paying occupant of any apartment-
hotel, resort, lodge, inn or accommodation catering to tourists.

31. High-risk sports activities – any activity such as rock climbing, spelunking, SCUBA
Diving, paragliding, white water rafting, and kayaking that exposes participant/s to high
level risk.

32. Homestay – a non-commercialized private residence that accommodates paying

guest/s who enjoy staying in the comfort and security of a family home.

33. Hotel – a building, edifies or premises or a completely independent part hereof, which
is used for regular reception of transient guests, accommodation or lodging of travelers
and tourists, and the provisions of services incidental thereto for a fee.

34. Lifeguard – an expert swimmer trained on life saving procedures employed at a public
bathing place to safeguard bathers and to prevent drowning.

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35. Lodging House – a building where persons are supplied with and charged for sleeping
accommodations only. This will include inn, lodge, cabin, cottage, resort, spa, cabaňa,
club, pension house, hostel and other similar establishment not classified as hostel by
the Department of Tourism.

36. Long-haul Trip - travel of considerable distance in terms of period of time which shall
be measured at a minimum of over four (4) hours from point or embarkation to final
destination.

37. Motel – a roadside hotel consisting of private cabins usually intended for motorists.

38. Museum – an institutional establishment where a collection of valuables object and

artifacts on history and culture, art and sciences are put on exhibition for viewing of
general public.

39. Natural Bathing Places – include streams, rivers, lakes, beaches, springs, falls, tidal
waters and other natural bodies of water.

40. Night/Day Club – an establishment open during the night or day usually serving liquor
and food, providing a show or live entertainment or music and space for dancing.

41. 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/or travelers, containing several independent let table rooms,
providing common facilities such as toilets, bathrooms/showers, living and dining room
and/or kitchen, and where a combination of board and lodging may be provided.

42. Picnic Facility – A space or structure having tables and seats used in picnic gatherings.

43. Picnic Ground – a place having amenities such as picnic facilities, sanitary facilities,
restaurants, sundry shops and recreational facilities.

44. Private Swimming Pool, Bathhouse, Beach or Natural Bathing Area – a bathing
place used only by an individual, his family, or house guests for non-commercial
purposes.

45. Public Swimming Pool or Bathing Place – a bathing place intended to be used
collectively or publicly by a number of persons for swimming or bathing and other
recreational purposes operated by an operator as defined herein, whether he be the
owner, lessee, licensee, or concessionaire, regardless, or whether a fee is charged or
not for such use.

46. Recirculation Swimming Pool – a pool filled by continuous flow of water, either fresh
water from the source of supply or water which has been filtered and re-circulated.
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47. Resort – any place/s with pleasant environment and atmosphere conducive to comfort,
healthful relaxation and rest, offering foods, sleeping accommodations, swimming and
other recreational facilities open to the public for a remuneration.

48. Rest Area – a facility located at a strategic point along the national highway or route of
the traveling public which is provided with the parking space, restaurant or snack bars,
other business shops, recreational facilities, service stations, public restroom facilities
or waiting sheds for travelers and commuters.

49. Restaurant – any establishment offering to the public regular and special meals or
menu, cooked foods and short orders, beverages and drinks.

50. Sanitary Engineer – a person duly registered with the Board of Examiners for Sanitary
Engineers (Republic Act 1364) and who heads or works with the sanitation
division/section/unit of the municipal health office or employed with the Department of
Health or its field health offices.

51. SCUBA Diver – any local or foreign visitor who is duly certified by an international or
national dive-training agency or organization and wishes to dive the designated dive
sites.

52. Service Station – commonly known as gasoline station, where service for motor
vehicles may be obtained such as fuels, oil, and water, air for tires, greasing and repair.

53. Shed – structure made of wood, bricks or concrete use for temporary shelter.

54. Short haul Trip – travel of a considerate distance in terms of period of time which shall
be measured at a maximum of four (4) hours from point of embarkation to final
destination.

55. Skimmer – a device for removing floating pollutants in a swimming pool.

56. Social Tourism – refers to programmes, events, and activities that enable all population
groups – and particularly youth, families, retirees, individuals, with modest incomes, and
individuals with restricted physical capacity – to enjoy tourism, while also attending to
the quality of relations between visitors and host.

57. Special Interest Resort – refers to resorts located at appropriated seaside, sea borne,
river sides and other special interest activities such as bird watching, camping (either
motorized or horseback), target shooting and theme parks, such as marine aquarium
parks and or forest parks.

58. Sports and Recreational Facilities – include swimming pools, bowling lanes, tennis
courts, pelota or squash courts, golf courses, riding range, shooting range, archery

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 range, aquatic/water sports, fishing, water skiing and similar facilities forming part of the
resort.

59. Sports Tourism –refers to travel which involves either observing or participating in a
sporting event while staying apart from the tourist’s usual environment.

60. Sundry Shop – a store selling miscellaneous articles, souvenirs items and other
personal products of any size or amount.

61. Swimming Pool or “Pool” – any concrete or masonry structure, basin, tank, located
either indoors or outdoors, used for bathing or swimming, diving or purposes, religious
or therapeutic healing purposes, and filled with a controlled water supply and having a
depth of 91 centimetres (3 feet) or more at any point, together with appropriate buildings
and appurtenance used in connection herewith.

62. Technical Working Group – (TWG) Group of people assigned by the LCE from the
Government sector which has technical knowledge of their respective fields that is
essential to the formulation of tourism related activities projects and plans.

63. Tent – a portable lodge of skin, canvas, cloth, or other similar material usually stretched
and sustained by poles used for shelter by campers.

64. Travel Agency – an entity which may either be a single proprietorship, partnership or
corporation regularly engaged in business of extending to individual or groups, such
services pertaining to documentation of travel papers, ticketing, sales, and/or
accommodation, handling and/or conduct of tours within or outside the Philippines
whether or not a fee, commission or any form of compensation.

65. Tourist boat – any sea craft transporting local and foreign tourist to and from the various
sports, beaches and attractions for a fee.

66. Tour Guide – an individual who is licensed by the Municipality of Real and registered
with the Municipal Tourism Office to guide tourists, both foreign and domestic, for a fee,
commission or any other form of lawful remuneration.

67. Tour Operator – an entity which may either be a single proprietorship, partnership or
corporation regularly engaged in the business of extending to individuals or groups, such
services pertaining to arrangements and bookings for transportation and /or
accommodation, handling and/or conduct of inbound tours whether or not for a fee,
commission, or in any form of compensation.

68. Tourist Inn – a lodging establishment catering to local and foreign visitor and meeting
the minimum requirement of a hotel.

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69. Public Land Transport – any licensed vehicle, carriage or conveyance moving on
wheels or runners used on public roads and highways and catering to general public.

70. Tourism Oriented Establishments – any establishment, which is registered and

licensed by the appropriate offices of the Municipal Government, which caters directly
to tourist, whether domestic or foreign.

71. Tourism related

Tourism Related Program – any program, activity or affair that caters both foreign
and local tourists or is aimed to attract tourists.

72. Tourist Transport Operator – a private person or entity which may either be a single
proprietorship, partnership or corporation, regularly engaged in providing for a free or
lawful consideration, tourist transport services as herein after defined, either on charter
or regular run.

73. Tourist Water and Air Transport Operator – any water craft or air conveyance
catering to tourist.

74. Wading Pool – any concrete or masonry structure, basin, tank, located either indoors
or outdoors used for bathing or swimming, recreational purposes and religious or
therapeutic healing purposes and filled with controlled water supply and having a
maximum depth of 91 centimeters (3 feet) or below at any point.

75. Waiting Area – A designated place for waiting passengers inside the bus terminal.

76. Waiting Shed – A designated place for commuting passengers located along the
highway.

77. Watercraft – every description of conveyance except seaplane, used or being capable
of use a means of transportation on water which shall include passenger ship, ferry ,
pleasure yacht and other similar conveyances.

78. Water Sports Tourism – is a type of recreational sport and free time activity, the
target area of which is a natural or artificial water surface, riverside, or lakeside and its
environs.

79. Wildlife Watching/Photography Area – any established area that caters to activities
related to observation and photo-documentation of flora and fauna. This does not
include direct inter-action of tourists with the wildlife therewith.
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 CHAPTER II: INSTITUTIONAL MECHANISM

Article 1. THE MUNICIPAL TOURISM COUNCIL OF REAL

Section 1. Creation and Composition– there is hereby created the herein after be
called the Municipal Tourism Council of Real (MTCR). The composition of the council
members will be from the Private Sector with no less than sixty percent (60%) of the total
membership and the remaining members would be from the Government Sector.

Section 2. Membership.
Government Sector - The council members from the Government Sector shall be
from the different offices of this Municipality that has a stake on any Tourism related activities.
The Municipal Mayor shall assign or designate through a Memorandum/Executive Order any
members to the MTCR as long as the provision in Section 1 above is fulfilled.

The Government Sector shall be composed of the following:

Municipal Mayor - Chairperson
Municipal Vice Mayor - Co-Chairperson
Members:
Sangguniang Bayan Committee Chairperson on:
Finance, Budget and Appropriation
Education, Culture, Tourism and Special Events
Environmental Protection or any related committee,
Transportation
President, Liga ng mga Barangay (PLB)
Mun.Gov’t. Dept., Head or Assistant Department Head from:
Mun. Local Government Operations Office (MLGOO)
Mun. Planning and Development Office (MPDO)
Mun. Agriculture Office (MAgO)
Mun. Health Office (MHO)
Mun. Accounting Office (MAccO)
Mun. Budget Office (MBO )
Mun. Treasurer’s Office (MTO)
Mun. Engineering Office (MEO)
Mun. Environment and Natural Resources Office (MENRO)
Mun. Disaster Risk Reduction Office (MDRRMO)
Mun. Economic Enterprise and Public Utilities Office (MEEPUO)
Mun. Tourism Officer
Business Permit and Licensing Officer (BPLO)
Community Environment and Nat’l. Resources Officer (CENRO)
Chief of Police, Municipal Police Station
Chief of Philippine Coast Guard – Real Quezon
AFP
District Supervisor, Department of Education

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 Private Sector – The initial council members from the Private Sector shall be from
the different Organizations, Sub-sectors and CSOs that have stake on any Tourism related
activities. The Municipal Mayor shall assign or designate through a Memorandum/Executive
Order any members to the MTCR as long as the provision in Section 1 above is fulfilled.
The Private Sector shall be composed of the following:
Hotels and Resorts’ Owners/Representatives
Restaurants’ Owners/Representatives
Transportation Sector Representatives
Civil Society Organization Representatives
Religious Sector Representatives
Media/Communication Sector Representatives
Education Sector Representatives
Agriculture Sector Representatives
Farmers Association Representative
Fisheries Association Representative
Labor Sector Representatives
Surfers Association Representative
Lifeguard Association Representative
Balsaheros Association Representative

Any person who wants to be a member of the MTCR shall file a letter of application
addressed thru the MTCR Chairperson and shall comply with the requirements and
procedures as stated by the Internal Rules and Regulations (IRR) of this code which will be
defined and formulated by the Executive
Committee and the TWG of the MTCR.

Section 3. MTCR MEETING – The council shall meet quarterly, every 2nd Tuesday of the
2ndmonth of each quarter, and/or may call for emergency meeting as the need arises.(February, May,
August, November)

Section 4. QUORUM – the quorum of every MTCR Meeting whether it is En Banc or

Executive Committee body shall be fifty percent plus one (50%+1).

Section 5. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES – the MTCR shall have the following duties
and

responsibilities:
5.1. Ratify all Certificates of Registration issued by Mayor’s Office to tourism
establishments.

5.2. Exercise appellate jurisdiction on decisions or actions of the Municipal Tourism

Office, authorizes special inspection by the Composite Inspection Team or any
member thereof, of tourism establishments.

5.3. When public interest requires and upon recommendation of the Municipal Tourism
Office, The LCE shall authorize a special inspection by the Composite Inspection
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 Team or any authorized representative of the Composite Inspection Team Member,
to inspect any tourism establishments.

5.4. Formulate and recommend to the Municipal Mayor, tourism development plans,
policies and programs aimed at promoting the tourism industry in Real

5.5 Perform other duties and responsibilities as maybe required by law or this ordinance.

5.6 Implementation the IRR formulated and approved by the MTCR Executive
Committee.
Section 6. Executive Committee – There shall be an Executive Committee that will act on
behalf of the tourism council on matters requiring immediate decision and action. This body, together
with the Technical Working Group from the Government Sector they shall discuss plans and projects
before it is presented to the MTCR meetings. The Executive Committee shall be elected by the
TOURISM COUNCIL MEMBERS from among the nominees coming from the PRIVATE SECTOR
COUNCIL MEMBERS. The term of each Executive Committee shall end upon another Reorganization
of Tourism Council. The positions for the Executive Committee shall be the following:
President
Vice President
Secretary
Assistant Secretary
Treasurer
Auditor
PRO – Upland, Coastal and Urban areas

The Municipal Mayor through the Tourism officer shall issue the appropriate directive
defining the functions, meetings and conduct of the tourism Executive Committee. They shall
meet together with the TWG at least quarterly as often as it may be deemed necessary. The
President shall preside in all meetings. In his/her absence, the Vice-President or if both are
absent, the Municipal Tourism Officer shall preside over the meetings.

The Executive Committee together with the TWG shall be responsible for the
formulation and development of the Internal Rules and Regulations of the Council. For
purposes of this section, the council shall determine “matters requiring immediate decision
and action” on its meeting 30 days after the effectivity of this code. The formulated IRR shall
be subject to the enactment of the Sangguniang Bayan.

Section 7. WORKING COMMITTEES –

(A) there shall be created the following working committees whose main function shall be on
policy formulation with focus on the following responsibilities:
7.A.1 Financial Committee – in charge of fund (preferably the MBO)
7.A.2 Planning and Development Committee (preferably the MPDC)
7.A.3 Human Resource Development Committee (preferably the HRMO or
MGAD Focal Person)

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 7.A.4 Environmental Management Committee (preferably the MENRO)
7.A.5 Marketing and Promotion Committee – Information Campaign and
Media Engagement (preferably the Municipal Tourism Office)

(B) The Working Committees shall be composed of the following:

Chairperson
Vice-Chairperson
Members: 3 to 5 members with majority coming from the private
sector.

(C) Election of Working Committees:

There shall be an election for the composition of each working committees to be
conducted on the first general assembly of the MTCR.

(D) Preferable Chairpersons:

The Chairperson for each working committee will preferably the following:
7.D.1. Financial Committee – in charge of fund sourcing and fiscal plan of
the Tourism Council;
7.D.2. Planning and Development Committee – formulate and recommend
plans and projects for tourism development;
7.D.3. Human Resource Development Committee – technical capability
trainings on management and skill enhancement;
7.D.4. Environmental Management Committee – formulate policies for
research, monitoring and evaluation, and resource protection;
7.D.5 Marketing and Promotion Committee – social marketing, Networking,
Information campaign.

Section 8. CREATION OF TECHNICAL WORKING GROUP. – There is hereby created a

Technical Working Group (TWG) composed of Staff of the Local Government of Real or any other
person, entity that has technical knowledge on tourism matters shall be designated by the Municipal
Mayor through a Memorandum or Executive Order.
Within 100 days upon the enactment of this code The TWG together with the
Executive Committee shall formulate the Internal Rules and Regulations for this Code and
present it to the MTCR for approval. If approved the Mun. Tourism Office shall through the
Municipal Mayor being the Chairperson of the MTCR, shall endorse the IRR to the
Sangguniang Bayan for enactment.

Section 9. CREATION OF COMPOSITE INSPECTION TEAM – There is hereby

created one composite inspection team to be headed by Municipal Planning and
Development Coordinator (MPDC) and an assistant team leader in the person of the
Business Permit and Licensing Officer. The other members of the team shall be composed
of a representative from each of the following offices/departments:
Municipal Engineer
Municipal Health Officer and Sanitary Officer
Fire Marshall
Municipal Treasurer
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 Chief of Police
Philippine Coast Guard (in case of tourist water transport)
Municipal Tourism Officer
Municipal Planning Development Officer
Municipal Environment and Natural Resources
Barangay Chairman or his duly authorized representative (where the
establishment is situated).
MTCR Representatives FROM PRIVATE SECTOR
MDRRMO

9.1 FUNCTIONS OF THE COMPOSITE INSPECTION TEAM – for all establishments

already in operation, the composite inspection team shall have exclusive authority to conduct
inspection for monitoring, regulatory purposes including but not limited to renewal of Mayor’s
permit/license to operate. For new establishments, the normal process of requiring the
clearances and recommendations of the different technical departments are required.

9.2 FREQUENCY AND TIME OF REGULAR INSPECTIONS - Inspection shall be made on

a quarterly basis

9.3 SPECIAL INSPECTION – when public interest so requires, the Composite Inspection
Team, upon recommendation of the MPDC, in case Municipal Tourism Office is not yet
created to the LCE, who may authorize the composite inspection team or at least three (3)
members thereof, to conduct a special inspection.

9.4 CHECKLIST TO BE ACCOMPLISHED DURING INSPECTION – the MPDC in the

absence of the Municipal Tourism Officer shall provide the necessary checklist to be
accomplished by the teams in carrying out its inspection. All findings and/or observation of
the team to be indicated in the checklist should be made in the presence of an authorized
representative of the establishments and duly signed/noted by the said authorized
representative/s.

9.5 REPORT OF THE INSPECTION TEAM – the team leader shall submit within 5 working
days upon inspection, a report of its findings and/or recommendation to the Municipal
Mayor’s Office. The MTCR should be furnished a copy of the report.

Section 10. SECRETARIAT OF MUNICIPAL TOURISM COUNCIL.- There shall be

an organized and created secretariat of Municipal Tourism Council which shall be responsible
for the document of all Tourism Execom and MTCR meetings and annual accomplishment
reports. If the Municipal Tourism officer is already funded, he/she shall be the head secretariat. In the
absence of such, the MPDC in its absence shall recommend the head and members of the Secretariat
to the LCE who will assign/designate the same through a Memorandum/Executive Order.

CHAPTER III: RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Article 1: ENVIRONMENTAL CLEARANCE – hotels, resorts, tourist inns, motels, apartelle,
pension houses, and other related business shall secure Environmental Compliance
Certificate (ECC) or Certificate of Non Coverage (CNC) from the Department of Environment

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and Natural Resources (EMB–DENR) prior to construction/establishment of such to
comply/ensure environmental soundness of its vicinity and other necessary permit and
clearances. MENRO shall issue Environmental Clearance in cases where the Environmental
Compliance Certificate (ECC) or Certificate of Non Coverage (CNC) is not required. Such
issuance shall be in conformity with the inspection conducted by MENRO.
Article 2: PLAN – A Resource Management Plan shall be created for every area/cluster
identified as tourist destination in the Municipality of Real, the development of which shall be
community-based. Its framework shall be governed by policies related to environmental
conservation and community development. It shall also be in consonance with existing
national and local laws and ordinances. It should incorporate, but not limited to, the following:
Environmental Protection
Information Campaign
Communities’ Capacity Building
Fiscal Development
Research and Monitoring

Section 1. DURATION AND PROCEDURE – A minimum of three (3) year TOURISM -

management plan should be established prior to the full-operation of any tourism-related project in
an area/cluster. Upon approval of the MTCR, the same body endorses the plan to the Sangguniang
Bayan for adoption.

Section 2. LEAD AGENCY – the LGU through the Tourism Office has the major
responsibility in pursuing the formulation of a resource management plan for their area. This shall
be done through community consultation with the MTCR as main facilitator. i.e. Municipal
Agriculture Office, Municipal Health and Sanitation Office, Municipal Environment Office and /or
DENR (whichever applicable), the Municipal Planning Development Office (MPDO), and Municipal
Police Station. Once the plan has been endorsed to the Sangguniang Bayan, the SB member
representing the Liga ng mga Barangay as well as the SB member with Chairmanship on Tourism
shall be the main editor/sponsor for the adoption of the plan.
Section 3. PLAN EFFECTIVITY – the plan may be amended after the initial three
years of its implementation or if results of research and monitoring showed the need to alter
any strategies being implemented.

Article 3: REAL, QUEZON ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT –all

environmental resolutions, ordinances, plans and policies that were prepared before the enactment
of this code are hereby adopted. Each publication in a separate document will not affect its effectivity
in relation to this code.
The following Tourism activities shall be implemented:
Trekking / Mountaineering
Mangrove tour
Bird Watching
Wildlife Photography
Educational Field Trips
Scuba Diving /Snorkeling
Surfing
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 Boating
Biking
Off Road Driving /Motocross
Sport Fishing
Or any other tourism related activities

Regulations concerning the abovementioned activities shall be referred to existing

policies issued by, but not limited to, the following:
CITES - Conference on Internationally Threatened and Endangered Species
IUCN – International Union for Conservation of Nature Philippine Red data List
PAWB – DENR – Protected Area and Wildlife Bureau
BFAR – Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources
DOT – Department of Tourism
LGU – Local Government Unit of Real Barangay LGUs within the Protected Area
Philippine Divers Assn.

CHAPTER IV: GUIDELINES

Article 1: CLASSIFICATION OF TOURISM-ORIENTED ESTABLISHMENTS

Section 1: For purposes of registration and licensing, hotels and resorts are hereby
classified into the following categories namely: (IRR – DOT shall Categorize/classify each
tourism establishment likewise the LGU tourism office shall assist the establishment in DOT
accreditation through the Provincial Tourism Office)

Resorts Hotels
Class “AAA” De Luxe Class
Class “AA” First Class
Class “A Standard Class
Special Interest Resorts/Other Resorts Economy Class
Section 2: MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS – There is hereby established minimum
requirements for each tourism-oriented establishment presented herein;
2.1. Requirements for “AAA” Class Resort - The following are the minimum
requirements for the operation and maintenance of an “AAA” Class resort:
(a) Location and Environment. - The resort shall be located in a suitable area, free
of noise, atmospheric and marine pollution.
(b) Parking. - An adequate parking space with parking security shall be provided free
to guests.
(c) Facilities and Room Accommodation. – The resort shall have its rooms,
facilities and amenities equivalent to those of a First Class Hotel.
(d) Public Washroom. – There shall be a first class and adequate public toilet and
bathroom for male and female, provided with sufficient hot and cold running water,
toilet paper, soap, hand towel and/or hand drier.

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 (e) Sports and Recreational Facilities. - The resort shall have at least three (3)
recreational facilities.
(f) Conference Convention Facilities. – Conference convention facilities with
attached toilets shall be provided.
(g) Employees Facilities. – Uniforms of employees shall be provided by the
management of the resort. The front line employees should wear uniforms and
IDs. Adequate and well- maintained locker rooms and bathrooms for male and
female employees, including cafeteria, shall be provided.
2.2 Minimum Requirements for “AA” Class Resort. - The following are the minimum
requirements for the operation maintenance of “AA” Class Resort:
(a) Parking. – An adequate parking space with parking security shall be provided
free to guests.
(b) Facilities and Accommodation. - The resort shall have its rooms, facilities and
amenities equivalent to those of a Standard Sized Hotel.
(c) Public Washrooms. – There shall be a clean and adequate public toilets and
bathrooms for male and female, provided with sufficient running water, toilet
paper, soap, hand towel and/or drier.
(d) Sports and Recreational Facilities. - The resort shall offer at least two (2)
sports and recreational facilities.
(e) Conference/Convention Facilities.– Conference/convention facilities shall be
provided.
(f) Employees Facilities. – Uniforms of employees shall be provided by the
management of the resort. The front line employees should wear uniforms and
IDs.

2.3. Minimum Requirements for “A” Class Resort. – The following are the minimum
requirements for the operation and maintenance of “A” Class Resort:
(a) Parking – An adequate parking space with parking security shall be provided
free to guests.
(b) Facilities and Room Accommodation. - The resort shall have its rooms,
facilities and amenities equivalent of an Economy Hotel.
(c) Public Washroom. - There shall be a clean and adequate public toilet and
bathroom for male and female, provided with sufficient running water, toilet
paper and soap.
(d) Sports and Recreational Facilities. - The resort shall offer at least one (1)
sports and recreational facilities.
(e) Food and Beverage Outlets. - The resort shall have one (1) food and beverage
outlet.
2.4. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR A SPECIAL INTEREST RESORT. -For purposes
of registration and licensing, the following are the basic requirements for the
establishments, operation and maintenance of a special interest resort:
(a) Location - the camp and ground sites shall be well-drained and should not be
subject to flooding. It shall be distant from any source of nuisance and shall
not endanger sources of any water supply and other natural resources.
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 (b) Lounge and Reception Counter- There shall be a reception counter and
reasonably furnished lounge commensurate with the size of the resort
(c) Room Accommodation. - There shall be at least five (3) bedrooms for
permanent site operations. The bedroom shall be reasonably spacious and
is provided with comfortable bed(s), as well as sufficient and fresh supply of
clean linen and mirror. For movable operation, a minimum of sixteen (16)
guests plus the staff shall be accommodated in tents, leantos and the like.
Where permanent tents are used, flooring shall be at least four (4) inches
above the ground. Tents shall be provided with adequate bedding suitable for
tropical used. Theme parks may be exempted from these requirements.
(d) Toilets and Bathroom. – There shall be separate clean toilet and bathroom
facilities for male and female guests which shall be provided with sufficient
supply of running water and situated in appropriate and accessible areas. The
same shall be supplied with soap and toilet paper. Adequate portable chemical
toilets shall be provided at the camp site for mobile groups. In the absence of
portable chemical toilets, temporary sanitary latrines shall be provided based
on acceptable Philippine standards.
(e) Lighting, Furnishing and Ventilation. – Lighting arrangements and
furnishing in all rooms shall be either good or standard, and in areas where
there is no electrical power each room shall be provided with non-hazardous
portable light. Adequate means of ventilation shall be provided.
(f) Staff and Service. – An adequate number of trained, experienced, courteous,
and efficient staff shall be employed. They shall wear clean uniforms at all
times. The front-line staff shall have a good speaking knowledge of English.
2.5. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR OTHER RESORTS – Any other resort that
does not fall on any of the minimum requirements in the above section 2.1-2.4 provided
that:
(a) the resort accepts guests
(b) with any number of cottages closed or open that are for rent
(c) has a toilet and bathroom
(d) facilities acceptable to the Composite Inspection Team as stated in Chapter II
Section 9 above.

Section 3. MAINTENANCE AND HOUSEKEEPING. – Maintenance of all sections

of the resort shall be of acceptable standard, and shall be on 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 pest’s 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 presidential Decree No. 856, the Sanitation Code of the
Philippines.

Section 4. LIFEGUARD AND SECURITY. – All resort shall provide the service of a
sufficient number of well- trained lifeguards duly accredited by the either the Philippine
National Red Cross, the Water life Saving Associations of the Philippines or any recognized
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organization training or promoting safety objectives and adequate security wherever there
are guests.

Section 5. MEDICAL SERVICE- All resort shall provide the service of physicians, either on-
call or on full-time basis, depending on its volume of operation and accessibility to hospital or medical
centers. In addition, resort shall employ adequate first-aiders who have completed a course in first
aid duly certified by the National Red Cross or any other organization accredited by the same.
Adequate first aid medicines and necessary life-saving equipment shall be provided within the
premises.
Section 6. FIRE-FIGHTING FACILITIES. – Fire-Fighting shall be provided in
accordance with the Fire code of the Philippines.
Section 7. SIGNBOARDS. – Appropriate signboards shall be conspicuously
displayed outside the establishment showing clearly the name qualification of the resort as
determined by the Tourism and Promotions Department.
Section 8. PRECAUTIONARY MEASURE.
(a) Night swimming at the pools shall be allowed only if there are adequate lifeguards
on duty and when the pool premises are sufficiently lighted. Depth marker shall be
clearly stated on the pool area.
(b) For Beach and waterfalls, river and stream swimming, the swimmers shall only be
allowed to swim until 6pm. The resort owners/administrator, together with the
barangay officials shall have the right to forbid swimming at any time, if deemed
necessary due to any natural or man made event/condition that may endanger
swimmers. Any beach swimming beyond the above mentioned time shall be
allowed only if there is a lifeguard is present with a lifeguard to swimmers ratio of
1:20 and there shall a designated swimming area that is very well lighted, also the
designated area shall be within 15 meters from the high tide water line which shall
be marked and there shall be a signage by the resort owners about their policy.
(The Sangguniang Bayan shall formulate the policy for the said time allowed to
swim)
(c) Management shall post sufficient and visible signs in strategic areas in the
swimming pools, beach and natural pools, to WARN guest/customers of the
presence of artificial or natural hazards, danger area or occurrences thereat.
(d) Resort keepers, managers or operators shall likewise prohibit gambling of any form,
drunkenness or disorderly conduct of any kind or allow any activity using prohibited
drugs in the resort and immediate premises.

Article 2. HOTELS
Section 1. CLASSIFICATION OF HOTELS- For purposes of accreditation, hotels
are hereby classified into the following categories, namely:
(a) De Luxe Class
(b) First Class
(c) Standard Class; and
(d)Economy Class

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 Section 2. REQUIREMENTS FOR A DE LUXE CLASS HOTEL. – The following are
the minimum requirements for the establishment, operation and maintenance of a De Luxe
Class Hotel.
(a) Location. – The locality and environs including approaches shall be suitable for a
luxury hotel of international standard. The facade, architectural features and
general construction of the building shall have the distinctive qualities of a luxury
hotel.
(b) Bedroom Facilities and Furnishings. –
Size – All single and double rooms shall have a floor area of not less than twenty
five (25) square meters, inclusive of bathrooms.
Suite – There shall be one (1) suite per thirty (30) guest rooms.
Bathrooms – All rooms shall have bathrooms which shall be Equipped with fittings
of the highest quality befitting a luxury hotel with twenty-four (24) hour service of
hot and cold running water. Bathrooms shall be provided with bathtubs and
showers. Floors and walls shall be covered with impervious material of elegant
design and high quality workmanship.
Telephones – There shall be a functional telephone in each guest room and an
extension line in each guest room.
Radio/Television – There shall be a functional radio, television and relayed or
piped-in music in each guest room.
Cold Drinking Water – There shall be cold drinking water and glasses in each
bedroom.
Refrigerator/Mini Bar – There shall be a functional small refrigerator and a well-
stocked bar in each guest room.
Room Service – There shall be a twenty-four (24) hour room service (including
provision for snacks and light refreshments).
Furnishings and Lighting – All guest rooms shall have adequate furniture of the
highest standard and elegant design; floors shall have superior quality wall-to-wall
carpeting; walls shall be well furnished with well-tailored draperies of rich materials.
Lighting arrangements and fixtures in the rooms and bathrooms shall be so
designed as to ensure aesthetic as well as functional excellence.
Information Materials – Room tariffs shall be prominently displayed in each
bedroom including notices for services offered by the hotel, fire exit guidelines, and
house rules for guests, including food and beverage outlets and hours of operation.

(c) Front Office/Reception. – There shall be a reception, information counter and guest
relations office providing a twenty-four (24) hour service and attended by highly
qualified, trained and experienced staff.
Lounge – There shall be a well-appointed lounge with seating facilities, the size of
which is commensurate with the size of the hotel.
Porter Service – There shall be a twenty-four (24) hour porter service.
Foreign Exchange Counter – There shall be a duly licensed and authorized foreign
exchange counter.
Mailing Facilities – Mailing facilities including sale of stamps, envelopes or
internet access for e-mail, shall be available in the premises.

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 Long Distance/Overseas Call – Long distance and overseas telephone calls shall
be made available in the establishment.
Telex Facilities – There shall be telex-transceiver facilities in the establishment.
Reception Amenities – There shall be a left luggage room and safety deposit
boxes in the establishment.

(d) Housekeeping. – shall be of the highest possible standard.

Linen – There shall be plentiful supply of all linen, blanket, and towels, etc. which
shall be of the highest quality and shall be spotlessly clean. These shall be
changed every day.
Laundry/Dry Cleaning – Laundry and dry cleaning services shall be available in
the establishment.
Carpeting – All public and private rooms shall have superior quality carpeting which
shall be well-kept at all times.

(e) Food and Beverage. –

Dining Room – There shall be a coffee shop and at least one specialty dining
room which are well-equipped, well-furnished and well-maintained, serving high
quality cuisine and providing entertainment.
Bar – Wherever permissible by law, there shall be an elegant and well-stocked bar
with an atmosphere of comfort and luxury.
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. The kitchen shall have an adequate floor area with non-slip flooring
and tiled walls and adequate light and ventilation.
Crockery – The crockery shall be of elegant design and superior quality. There
shall be ample supply of it. No piece of crockery in use shall be chipped, cracked
or grazed. The silverware shall be kept well-plated and polished at all times.

(f) Recreational Facilities. –

Swimming Pool – There shall be a well-designed and properly equipped swimming
pool.
Tennis/Golf/Squash/Gym Facilities – There shall be at least one recreational
facility to tie-up with one within the vicinity of the hotel.

(g) Entertainment. – Live entertainment shall be provided.

(h) Engineering and Maintenance. –

Maintenance – Maintenance of all sections of the hotel (i.e., building. furniture,
fixture, etc.) shall be of superior standard.
Air conditioning – There shall be centralized air-conditioning for the entire
building (except in areas which are at a minimum of 3,000 feet above sea level)
Ventilation – There shall be technologically advanced, efficient and adequate
ventilation in all areas of the hotel.
Lighting – There shall be adequate lighting in all public and private rooms.
Emergency Power – There shall be a high-powered generator
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 capable of providing sufficient lighting for all guest rooms, hallways, public
areas/rooms, operating elevators, food refrigeration and water services.
Fire Prevention Facilities – The fire prevention facilities shall conform to the
requirements of the Fire Code of the Philippines.

(i) General Facilities. –

Outdoor Area – The hotel premises shall have a common outdoor area for guests
(example: a roof garden or a spacious common terrace).
Parking/Valet – There shall be an adequate parking space and valet service.
Function/Conference Facilities – There shall be one or more of each of the
following: conference rooms, banquet halls (with a capacity of not less than 150
people seated) and private dining rooms.
Shops – There may be a barber shop, recognized travel agency/tour counter,
beauty parlor and sundries shop.
Security – Adequate security on a 24-hour basis shall be provided in all entrances
and exits of the hotel premises.
Medical Service – A medical clinic to service guests and employees shall have a
registered nurse on a 24-hour basis and a doctor on-call.

(j) Service and Staff. – Professionally qualified, highly trained, experienced, efficient
and courteous staff shall be employed. The staff shall be in smart and clean
uniforms.

(k) Special Facilities. – Business Center, limousine service and airport transfers shall
be provided.

(l) Insurance Coverage. – There shall be an adequate insurance against accident

for all guests.
Section 3. REQUIREMENTS FOR A FIRST CLASS HOTEL. The following are the
minimum requirements for the establishment, operation and maintenance of a first class
hotel:
(a) Location. – The location and environs including approaches shall be suitable for a
first class hotel of international standard. The facade, architectural features and
general construction of the building shall have the distinctive qualities of a first class
hotel.
(b) Bedroom Facilities and Furnishing. –
Size – All single and double rooms shall have a floor area of not less than
twenty-five (25) square meters, inclusive of bathrooms.
Suite – There shall be one (1) suite per forty (40) guest rooms.
Bathrooms – All rooms shall have bathrooms which shall be equipped with
fittings of the highest quality befitting a first class hotel with a 24-hour service of
hot and cold- running water. Bathrooms shall be provided with showers and/or
bathtubs. Floors and walls shall be covered with impervious material of aesthetic
design and high quality workmanship.
Telephone – There shall be a telephone in each guest room.
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 Radio/Television – There shall be a radio, television and relayed or piped-in
music in each guest room.
Cold Drinking Water – There shall be cold drinking water and glasses in each
bedroom.
Room Service – There shall be a 24-hour room service including provision for
snacks and light refreshment.
Furnishing and Lighting – All guest rooms shall have adequate furniture of
very high standard and very good design; floors shall have wall-to-wall
carpeting; or if the flooring is of high quality (marble, mosaic, etc.), carpets shall
be provided and shall be of size proportionate to the size of the rooms;
Walls- shall be well-furnished with well-tailored draperies of very high quality
material. Lighting arrangements and fixtures in the rooms and bathrooms shall
be so designed as to ensure functional excellence.
Information Materials – Room tariffs shall be prominently displayed in each
bedroom plus prominent notice for services offered by the hotel including food
and beverage outlets and hour of operation, fire exit guidelines and house rules
for guests.

(c) Front Office/Reception. – There shall be a reception and information counter

providing a 24-hour service and staffed by trained and experienced personnel.
Lounge – There shall be a lobby and well-appointed lounge with seating facilities,
the size of which is commensurate with the size of the hotel.
Porter Service – There shall be a 24-hour porter service.
Foreign Exchange Counter – There shall be a licensed and authorized foreign
exchange counter.
Mailing Facilities – Mailing facilities including sale of stamps, envelopes or
internet access for e-mail, shall be available in the premises.
Long Distance/Overseas Call – Long distance and overseas telephone calls
shall be made available in the establishment.
Telex and Facsimile – There shall be telex-transceiver and facsimile facilities in
the establishment.
Reception Amenities – There shall be a left luggage/ concierge room and safety
deposit boxes in the establishment.

(d) Housekeeping. – Housekeeping shall be of high standards.

Linen – There shall be a good supply of all linen, blanket, towel, etc. which shall
be of high quality and shall be spotlessly clean. These shall be changed daily.
Laundry/ Dry Cleaning Services – Laundry and dry cleaning services shall be
available in the establishment.
Carpeting – All public and private rooms shall have high quality carpeting which
shall be well-kept at all times.
(e) Food and Beverage. –
Dining Room – There shall be a coffee shop and at least one specialty dining
room which are well-equipped, well-furnished, and well-maintained, serving good
quality cuisine and providing entertainment.
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 Bar – Wherever permissible by law, there shall be an elegant and well-stocked bar
with an atmosphere of comfort.
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. The kitchen shall have an adequate floor area with non-slip
flooring and tiled walls and adequate light and ventilation.
Crockery – The crockery shall be of best quality. There shall be adequate supply
for it. No piece of crockery in use shall be chipped, cracked or grazed. The
silverware shall be kept well-plated and polished at all times.

(f) Recreational Facilities. –

Swimming Pool – There shall be a well-designed and properly equipped
swimming pool.
Tennis/Golf/Squash/Gym/Facilities – There shall be at least one recreational
facility or a tie-up with one within the vicinity of the hotel.

(g) Entertainment. – Live entertainment may be provided.

(h) Engineering and Maintenance. –

Maintenance – Maintenance of all sections of the hotel (i.e. building. furniture,
fixtures, etc.) shall be of very high quality.
Air-conditioning – There shall be centralized air-conditioning for the entire
building (except in areas which are at a minimum of 3,000 feet above sea
level)
Ventilation – There shall be technologically advanced, efficient and adequate
ventilation in all areas at the hotel.
Lighting – There shall be adequate lighting in all public and private rooms.
Emergency Power – There shall be high-powered generator capable of providing
sufficient lighting for all guest rooms, hallways, public area/rooms, operating
elevators, food refrigeration and water services.
Fire Prevention Facilities – The fire prevention facilities shall conform to the
requirements of the Fire Code of the Philippines.

(i) General Facilities. –

Parking/Valet – There shall be an adequate parking space and valet service.
Function/Conference Facilities - There shall be special rooms for
conference/banquet purposes.
Shops - There shall be a recognized travel agency/tour counter, barber shop,
beauty parlor and sundries shop.
Security - Adequate security on a 24-hour basis shall be provided on all entrances
and exits of the hotel premises.
Medical Service – A medical clinic to service guests and employees with a
registered nurse on a 24-hour basis and a doctor on-call shall be provided.

(j) Service and Staff. – Highly qualified, trained, experienced, efficient and
courteous staff shall be hired. The staff shall be in smart and clean uniforms.
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 (k) Special Facilities. – Facilities for airport transfers shall be provided.

(l) Insurance Coverage. – There shall be an adequate insurance against accident

for all guests.
Section 4. REQUIREMENTS FOR A STANDARD CLASS HOTEL. The following are
the minimum requirements for the establishment, operation and maintenance of a standard
class hotel:
(a) Location. – The locality and environs including approaches shall be suitable for a
very good hotel. The architectural features and general construction of the building
shall be of very good standard.
(b) Bedroom Facilities and Furnishings. –
Size – All single and double rooms shall have a floor area of not less than 18
square meters inclusive of bathroom.
Bathrooms – 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.
Telephone – There shall be a telephone in each guest room.
Cold Drinking Water – There shall be cold drinking water and glasses in each
bedroom.
Room Service – Room service shall be provided at selected hours.
Furnishings and lighting – All guest rooms shall have furniture of very good
standard and design; floors shall have good quality carpet; walls shall be well
furnished and drapes shall be welltailored and of good material. Lighting
arrangement and fixtures in the rooms and bathrooms shall be well-designed
ensuring complete satisfaction functionally.
Information materials – Room tariffs shall be prominently displayed in each
bedroom plus notices for services offered by the hotel including food and beverage
outlets and hours of operation, fire exit guidelines, and house rules for guests.

(c) Front Office/Reception. – There shall be a reception/information counter

providing a 24-hour service and attended by qualified and experienced staff.
Lounge – There shall be a well-appointed lounge the size of which shall be
commensurate with the size of the hotel.
Porter Service – Porter service shall be provided upon request.
Foreign Exchange Counter – There shall be a duly licensed and authorized
foreign exchange counter.
Mailing Facilities – Mailing facilities including sale of stamps, envelopes and
internet service for e-mail shall be available in the premises.
Long Distance/Overseas Calls – Long distance/overseas calls shall be made
available upon request.
Reception Amenities – There shall be left-luggage rooms and safety deposit
boxes.
Telex Facilities – Telex facilities shall be optional.

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 (d) Housekeeping. – Shall be of good standard.
Linen – There shall be adequate supply of linen, blanket, towels, etc. of good
quality, which shall be kept clean. These shall be changed daily.
Laundry – Laundry and dry cleaning services shall be available by
arrangement.
Carpeting - There shall be carpets in all bedrooms and the floors of public
rooms shall be properly covered unless the flooring is of very high standard.

(e) Food and Beverage. –

Dining Room – There shall be at least one (1) dining room facility which is well
equipped and well-maintained and serving good quality cuisine and providing
entertainment.
Bar – Wherever permissible by law, there shall be a bar.
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. The kitchen shall have an adequate area with flooring and
tiled walls and adequate light and ventilation.
Crockery – Shall be of good quality. No piece of crockery in-use shall be chipped
cracked or grazed. The silverware shall be kept well-placed and polished at all
times.

(f) Engineering and Maintenance. –

Maintenance – Maintenance of hotel in all sections (i.e. building, furniture,
fixtures, etc.) shall be of good standard.
Ventilation – There shall be efficient and adequate ventilation in all rooms.
Lighting – There shall be adequate lighting in all public and private rooms.
Emergency power – There shall be a high-powered generator
capable of providing sufficient lighting for all guest rooms, hallways, public areas
operating elevators, food refrigeration and water services.
Fire Prevention Facilities – The fire prevention facilities shall conform with the
requirements at the Fire Code of the Philippines.

(g) General Facilities. –

Parking – There shall be adequate parking space.
Shops - There shall be sundry shop.
Security – Adequate security on a 24-hour basis shall be provided on all
entrances and exits of the hotel premises.
Medical services – There shall be a registered nurse on a 24-hour duty and a
doctor on call.

(h) Service and Staff. – Only qualified, trained, experienced, efficient and courteous
staff shall be employed. The staff shall be in clean uniform.

(i) Special Facilities. – Facilities for airport transfer shall be provided.

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 (j) Insurance Coverage. – There shall be an adequate insurance against accident
for all guests.
Section 5. REQUIREMENTS FOR AN ALL CLASS ECONOMY HOTEL.– The following
are the minimum requirements for the establishment, operation and maintenance of an
economy class hotel:
(a) Location. – The locality and environs including approaches shall be such as are
suitable for a good hotel. The building shall be well constructed and in the case of
new building, they shall be designed by a competent architect.

(b) Bedroom Facilities and Furnishings. –

Size – All single and double rooms shall have a floor area of not less than 18
square meters inclusive of bathroom.
Bathroom – All rooms shall have bathrooms which shall be equipped with
showers and basic fittings of modern sanitation with cold running water on a 24-
hour basis and hot running water at selected hours.
Telephone – There shall be a call bell in each guest room.
Room Service – Shall be provided at selected hours.
Furnishing and Lighting – All guest rooms shall have the basic furniture of good
design; floors shall be well-finished. Lighting arrangements and fixtures in all
rooms and bathrooms shall be of good standard.
Information materials – Room tariffs shall be prominently displayed in each
bedroom plus prominent notices for services offered by the hotel including food
and beverage outlets and hours of operation, fire exit guidelines and house rules
for guests.

(c) Front Office/Reception. – There shall be a reception and information counter

providing a 24-hour service equipped with telephone.
Lounge – There shall be reasonably furnished lounge commensurate with the
size of the hotel.
Porter service – Shall be made available upon request.
Mailing Facilities – There shall be mailing facilities.
Long distance/Overseas calls –Shall be made available upon request.
Reception amenities – There shall be left-luggage and safe deposit boxes.
Telex Facilities – Shall be optional.

(i) Housekeeping. – Premises shall be kept clean and tidy.

Linen - Clean, good quality linen/blankets/towels etc. shall be supplied and
changed daily.
Laundry and Dry Cleaning Services – Shall be available by arrangement.

(j) Food and Beverage. -

Dining Room – There shall be at least one (1) equipped and maintaining dining
room/ restaurant serving good, clean and wholesome food.

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 Kitchen – There shall be a 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.
Crockery – Shall be of good quality.

(k) Engineering and Maintenance. -

Maintenance – Maintenance of the hotel in all sections shall be of good standard.
Ventilation – There shall be a spare generator for ventilation in all rooms.
Lighting – There shall be adequate lighting in all public and private rooms.
Emergency Power – There shall be a spare generator available to provide light
and power in emergency cases.
Fire Prevention – Shall conform with the requirements of the Fire Code of the
Philippines.

(l) General Facilities. –

Shops – There shall be a sundry shop counter.
Security – Adequate security on a 24-hour basis shall be provided on all entrances
and exits on the hotel.
Medical Service – The service of a doctor shall be available when needed.

(m) Service Staff. – The staff shall be well-trained, experienced, courteous and
efficient.

(n) Special Facilities – Airport transfers shall be provided upon request.

(o) Insurance Coverage – There shall be an adequate insurance against accidents for all
guest

ARTICLE 3: APARTELLES
Section 1. REQUIREMENTS FOR APARTELLES. - For purposes of accreditation,
the following are the basic requirements for the establishment, operation and maintenance of
an apartelle:
(a) Number of Units. – The apartelles shall have at least a minimum of 25 let table
apartments.
(b) Apartment. – Each apartment of the apartelle shall be provided with living and
dining areas, kitchen and bedroom with attached toilet and bath.
(c) Living Area. – The living area shall be provided with essential and reasonably
comfortable furniture.
(d) Kitchen. – The kitchen shall be spacious, clean, hygienic and adequately equipped
with cooking utensils. It shall also be provided with facilities for storage and
refrigeration of foods, for disposal of garbage and for cleaning of dishes and
cooking utensils.
(e) Dining Area. – Shall be spacious and provided with dining table and chairs,
including all essential dining facilities such as, but not limited to plates, spoons and
forks, drinking glasses, etc.
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 (f) Toilet and Bathroom. – Shall always be clean and have adequate sanitation and
running water.
(g) Bedroom. – Shall be spacious and provided with comfortable bed. These shall also
be provided closet and a mirror.
(h) Linen. – The apartelle shall have sufficient number of good and clean linen.
(i) Ventilation. – The apartment shall be sufficiently ventilated.
(j) Lighting. – Lighting arrangements and fixtures in all rooms shall be adequate.
(k) Telephone. – There shall be a telephone or a call bell button.
(l) Elevator. – An elevator shall be provided for a building of more than three (3)
storeys whenever possible.
(m) Staff and Services. – Shall be trained, experienced, courteous and efficient. They
shall be provided with smart and clean uniforms.
(n) Medical Facilities. – A first aid clinic stocked with appropriate medicines and drugs
to service employees and guests shall be provided. Apartelles with more than 100
apartments shall hire the services of a physician.
(o) Fire-Fighting Facilities. – Shall be in accordance with the Fire Code of the
Philippines.
(p) Lounge and Reception Center. – There shall be a reasonably furnished lounge
commensurate with the size of the apartelle. The reception counter shall be
attended by trained and experienced staff and shall also be provided with
telephone.
(q) Security. – Adequate security on a 24-hour basis on all entrances and exits of the
apartelle premises.
Section 2. HOUSE RULES AND REGULATIONS. - The apartelle shall prescribe
reasonable house rules and regulations to govern the use of apartment and other facilities of
the apartelle.

ARTICLE 4: TOURISTS INNS

Section 1- REQUIREMENTS FOR TOURIST INN- For the purposed of accreditation, the
following are the basic requirements\ for the establishment, operation and maintenance of a tourist
inn:
(a) Location. – The tourist inn, except those already existing and licensed by the DOT,
shall be located along the principal roads and highways or transportation routes
and open to business on a 24-hour basis.
(b) Bedroom Facilities and Furnishings. – All bedrooms shall have attached toilet
and bath equipped with 24-hour service of running water. They shall have adequate
natural as well as artificial light and ventilation and shall be furnished with
comfortable beds and quality furniture (mirror, writing table, chair, closet dresser
per room). Wall shall be painted, wall papered or architecturally designed, clean
and pleasing to the eyes. Windows shall be furnished with clean and appropriate
draperies. Floors shall be of good flooring materials. All single bedrooms shall have
a floor area of not less than nine (9) square meters and all twin rooms or double
rooms shall have a floor area of not 1ess than 16 square meters. There shall be
vacuum jugs or thermoplast with drinking water with glasses in each bedroom.

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 There shall be adequate supply of good clean linen, blankets and towels that shall
be changed regularly in each occupied room.

(c) Facilities. – There shall be adequate parking space proportionate to the number of
let table rooms and other public facilities of the inn. There shall be a reception and
information counter attended by qualified, trained and experienced staff. There
shall be a lobby and well-appointed lounge. There shall be adequate telephone
facilities. Services for long distance or overseas telephone calls shall be made
available to guests. There shall be provisions for radio and/or television for the use
of guests upon request. There shall be well-equipped, well-furnished and well
maintained dining room restaurant for its guests as well as the public in general. A
kitchen, pantry and cold storage shall be designed and organized to ensure
efficiency of operation and shall be well-maintained, clean and hygienic. Washing
of cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, glass wares, etc. shall be sanitarily done.
Adequate security shall be provided to all guests and their belongings. Inns with
more than 50 let table rooms shall have emergency power facilities to light the
common areas and emergency exits in case of power failure. Adequate firefighting
facilities shall be available as required by the Fire Code of the Philippines.

ARTICLE 5: MOTELS (Motorist Hotel)

Section 1. REQUIREMENTS FOR MOTELS. - For purposes of accreditation, the
following are the minimum requirements for the establishment, operation, and maintenance
of motels:
a. Location. – The motel, except those already existing, shall be located along or close to
the highways or major transportation routes. It shall have at least ten (10) units.
b. Garage. – The motel shall have an individual garage or a common parking space
for the vehicle of its guest.
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, and linen and bed sheets.
d. Toilet and Bathroom. – The unit shall be provided with attached toilet and
bathroom with cold and hot water, clean towels, tissue paper and soap.
e. Telephone. – There shall be a telephone or call-bell in each unit.
f. Staff and Service. – The motel staff shall be trained, experienced, courteous
and efficient. They shall wear clean uniforms 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 (i.e.
building, ground, furniture, fixtures public rooms, air-conditioning, etc.) shall be
provided on a continuing basis.
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 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. Signboard. - All motels shall keep and display in a conspicuous place outside the
establishment a signboard showing clearly the name of the motel.

Section 2. MINORS TO BE ACCOMPANIED BY PARENT OR GUARDIAN. - No

motel shall accept for lodging or accommodation any person below 18 years of age unless
accompanied by a parent or guardian. (SEE CHILDREN’S CODE)

Section 3. DEPARTURE OF GUESTS. - On the departure of guests, the motel clerk

shall record in the Registry Book the date and hour of their departure.

Section 4. ROOM RATES. - In addition to daily rates, motels may likewise impose
wash – up rates. No guest who desires to be accommodated on a daily rate basis shall be
refused. The rental rates shall be posted prominently at the reception counter and/or at the
door of each room

ARTICLE 6: HOMESTAY SITES

Section 1. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS. – For purposes 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 SITES

(a.1) There is prevailing peace and order situation in the area.
(a.2) There are existing natural and man-made attractions in the community.
(a.3)Site is easily accessible to tourists and with existing transportation services, good
road condition and other basic community infrastructures.
(a.4) The host community is willing to join the National Homestay Program.
(a.5) There is a dearth of commercial accommodation facilities in the area to service
tourists.

(b) HOME FACILITIES

(b.1) Structures are of durable building materials and are in good, presentable
condition.
(b.2) The surroundings are pleasant and helpful.
(b.3) There shall be at least one (1) adequately furnished guestroom to
accommodate paying visitors.
(b.4) The following shall be available:
- extra bed/s
- adequate lighting system
- running water or if not available, adequate supply of water
- clean and well maintained toilet and bathroom facilities
- meals at reasonable rates
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 - electric fan or other means of ventilation

(c) TRAINING - Family members shall have completed the Department’s training
workshop on Homestay Program.

ARTICLE 7: PENSION HOUSE

Section 1. PENSION HOUSES REQUIREMENTS. – For purposes of accreditation,
the following are the basic requirements for the establishment, operation and maintenance of
pension houses:
(a) Number of Rooms. – A pension shall have at least two (2) lettable rooms.
(b) Bedrooms. – The bedrooms shall be provided with sufficient number of comfortable
beds commensurate with the size of the rooms. Each room shall have adequate
natural as well as artificial light and ventilation. It shall be provided with at least a
writing table, closet, and a water jug with glasses proportionate to the number of beds
in the room. Rooms shall be clean and presentable and reasonably furnished to
depict the true atmosphere of a Filipino home.
(c) Common Toilet and Bathroom. – The establishment shall provide a toilet and
bathroom to be used in common by the guests. There shall be at least one (1)
bathroom/shower for every five occupants in all lettable rooms.
(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 to 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
use of its guests.

CHAPTER V- REGISTRATION AND LICENSING

ARTICLE 1. REGISTRATION AND LICENSING OF TOURISM ORIENTED BUSINESSES –
No person, natural or judicial, shall keep, manage or operate any transport, building, edifice
or premises or a completely independent part thereof, for the purpose of engaging in the
tourism oriented business without having secured from the Municipal Tourism Office (MUN.
TOURISM OFFICE) a certificate of registration of the establishment and valid license/permit
to operate (Business Permit) from the Office of the Municipal Mayor.
Section 1. APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION AND LICENSE – Any person,
partnership, corporation or other entity desiring to establish, maintain and/or operate a
tourism oriented establishment shall accomplish in duplicate and file with Municipal Tourism
Office (MUN. TOURISM OFFICE), or in its absence with MPDC, the application for
registration and license prescribed for such purposes.
Tour Guides – Only Filipino citizen and must be a resident of REAL, Quezon Province
may qualify as tour guides;
Travel Agency – In the case of travel agency with business address in the
Municipality, the following may apply for registration and license:
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 (a) A Filipino citizen;
(b) Partnership organized under the laws of the Philippines, at least sixty percent (60%)
of the capital which is owned by Filipino citizens;
(c) Corporation organized under the law of the Philippines at least sixty percent (60%)
of the capital of which is owned by Filipino citizens;
(d) Such other establishment not covered by the preceding paragraphs of this section
may apply for the same privilege, provided in this Ordinance and existing laws.

Other Establishment – Only Filipino citizens are qualified to apply for

registration/accreditation and license and that they should be capable of complying
with all requirements and rules and regulations provided therein.

Section 2. Who Are Authorized To Sign Application – In the filing of application for
registration and license, the following shall be considered authorized to sign as follows:
(a) In the case of sole proprietorship – the owner thereof or his duly authorized
representative provided that the representative presents a valid authorization from
the Owner
(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 – the person named in a board resolution as authorized to
sign the application or person designated in its bylaws.

Section 3. Documents Required To Support Application For Registration And License

– For newly established tourism business, unless otherwise indicated the form, the application shall
be composed of four (4) copies of the following documents
Section 3. Documents Required To Support Application For Registration And
License – For newly established tourism business, unless otherwise indicated in the form,
the application shall be composed of four (4) copies of the following documents:
(a) Resort and Hotels
(a.1) Mayor’s Permit to operate (Business Permit)
(a.2) In the case of corporation or partnership, a certified true copy of the Articles of
Incorporation, its bylaws, or Articles of Partnership and Amendments thereof, duly
registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission and Business name
Certificate;
In the case of single proprietorship, Business Name Certificate and
amendments thereof, if any;
(a.3) List of the names of all officials and employees and their respective designation,
nationality, home address, for alien personnel, valid visa from Commission of
Immigration and Deportation and the proper permit from the department of labor
and employment shall be submitted.
(a.4) A resolution of the Board of Directors of the Corporation, association, or any
other entity, authorizing the filing of the application and designation of its
representative authorized to act for and its behalf.

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 (a.5) Annual general liability insurance for guest in the minimum amount of twenty
thousand (P20, 000.00) and a maximum of one hundred thousand (P100,
000.00);
(a.6) List of proprietors, principal owners, major partners, major stockholders,
controlling members, their nationalities, capital contributions, stock of
participation; in the case of corporation, 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 voting stocks and its ratio to their total
value of the outstanding non-voting stock; and in all cases, the list shall be
accompanied by proof of their financial capacity such as sworn statement of
assets and liabilities, and income tax return;
(a.7) Sworn Certificate or list containing the names of the resort keeper/manager,
assistant resort keeper/manager and other members of the resort staff and their
respective designations, nationalities, home address and accompanied by a
passport size photo of each of them;
(a.8) Joint venture and/or technological assistance agreements, if any, existing or
proposed and about to be entered into with foreign nationals.
(a.9) Schedule of current room rates, food and beverage prices
(a.10) Monthly tourist arrival statistics report

(b). Tourist Inn and Lodging House

(b.1) Mayors Permit to Operate (Business Permit)- In the case of corporation or
partnership, a certified true copy of the articles of incorporation, its bylaws or
articles of partnership and amendments thereof, duly registered with the
Securities and Exchange Commission and business name certificate.
(b.2) A list of the names of all officials and employees and their respective
designations, nationalities and their home address; and for alien personnel valid
visa from Commission on Immigration and Deportation and the proper permit
from the Department of Labor and Employment.
(b.3) Annual General Liability Insurance for guests in the inn/lodging house of not less
than P10, 000.00.
(b.4) Barangay Clearance

(c) Travel Agency

(c.1) Copy of certificate of registration with the Securities and Exchange Commission;
(c.2) Copy of the registration of their business name if sole proprietorship;
(c.3) Surety bond in the amount of five hundred thousand pesos (P500, 000) issued by
a duly accredited in favor of the municipality and conditioned to answer for any all
liabilities resulting from or incurred in the course of travel and tour operator, which
shall be valid for one (1) year from the date of issuance of the license;
(c.4) The list of personnel together with one (1) 1x1 photo of each notarized certification
of the general manager.
(c.5) NBI Clearance
(c.6) Police Clearance.
(c.7) Barangay Clearance

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 (c.8) Mayors Permit to Operate (Business Permit)- For Inbound – In the case of the
manager, proof that he has at least three (3) years of experience in tour operations
or has earned a degree relevant to tourism.
Section 4. Documents to be submitted in support of an application to establish
branch.
a. Resolution signed by all members of the Board of Directors, approving its
establishment (authorizing its continuation, if renewal) and designating the person
authorized to sign the application;
b. Affidavit executed by the General Manager of the main office acknowledging of said
office, assuming full responsibility of its operations, and certifying that it is not managed
or operated by persons/entities other than the duly accredited employees or officer of
the office;
c. List of Personnel and their respective designation, citizenship, home address and one
(1) 1x1 photo of each, together with notarized certification of the general manager.
d. NBI Clearance.
e. Surety bond in the amount of five hundred thousand pesos (P500,000) issued by a
duly accredited in favor of the municipality and conditioned to answer for any all
liabilities resulting from or incurred in the course of travel and tour operator, which shall
be valid for (1) year from the date of issuance of the license.
f. Mayors permit to operate (Business Permit)

Section 5- Documents required to support Application for Registration for Tour

Guide/Dive Instructor/Dive Master/other Tourism Personnel (lifeguard provision to be
included)
(a) Proof that the applicant has passed the seminar for tour guides duly conducted by
the Department of Tourism or other government agencies duly authorized by the
department conducted the seminar, and in the case of SCUBA diving
instructors/guides and other tourism service personnel, must be trained and duly
accredited by the national or international training organization.
(b) Certification of good health issued by any duly accredited government physician.
(c) Clearance from National Bureau of Investigation and/or the Philippines National
Police.
(d) In the case of alien applicants, proof of employment with duly licensed agency, permit
to work or registration certificate from Department of Labor and Employment, and
the properly authenticated certification by the proper official of the locality to the
Filipino citizens to engage in the provision of tourism services particularly those
covered by this section.
Section 6. For Tourist Transport Operator
(a) Business name certificate and all amendments thereof, if any, in the case of a
corporation, its bylaws, or articles of Partnership and Amendments thereof, duly
registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
(b) Proof of ownership or lease over an area adequate to serve as maintenance depot
and garage for all its units;

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 (c) List of names of all officials and employees and their respective designation,
nationalities, home address, certified correct under oath by the secretary of the firm
or the proprietor himself.
(d) Surety bond in the amount of twenty five thousand pesos (Php 25,000.00) or proof
of payment issued by a duly licensed insurance or bonding company of good
standing in favor of the Real municipal government from or incurred in the course of
the tourist transport; and;
(e) Such other papers or documents as maybe required from time to time by the
municipal Tourism Office, pursuant to exist laws, ordinance and other legal
issuance.
Section 7. Documents Required to Support Application for Registration of Vehicle
as Tourist Transport (Van, Bus, All four, tri and two wheeled vehicle)
(a) LTO registration
(b) A copy of the LTFRB (formerly the Board of Transportation certification of Public
Conveyance franchise or authorization;
(c) A copy of the transportation rates as approved by the LTFRB;
(d) A compulsory motor vehicle liability of insurance in the amount of less than the
following:
d.1 Third party liability – P 50,000.00
d.2 Passenger accident – P 25,000.00
(e) Picture of the vehicles showing the side, back and front view thereof, with the
company’s name and logo imprinted at its rear and side, respectively; and
(f) Certificate of inspection by Municipal Tourism Office;
(g) Such other papers and documents as may be required from time to time by municipal
Tourism Office, pursuant to existing laws, ordinance and other legal issuances.

Section 8. Documents Required to Support Application for Registration of Tourism

Related Establishment.
(a) In the case of corporation or partnership, a certified true copy of the Articles of
Incorporation, its bylaws, or Articles of Partnership and Amendments thereof, duly
registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission and Business name
Certificate , in case of single proprietorship, business name certificate and
amendments thereof, if any;
(b) List of the names of all officials and employees and their respective designation,
nationalities and their home address; and for alien personnel valid visa from
Commission on Immigration and Deportation and the proper permit from the
department of labor and employment.
(c) Established catering exclusively to international tourist with offices in the municipality
shall also be required to registered with Municipal Tourism Office. However, they need
not apply for accreditation/reaccreditation.

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 Section 9. Registration Fees- An annual registration fee shall be imposed on all
tourism establishments, whether operating as principal, branch or extension office at the
municipality payable as follows and without prejudice to the collection of taxes, fees and
surcharges imposed under existing laws, ordinances, regulation and other local issuances.
All Fees collected from the registration of tourism related establishments shall be
used only for tourism related activities, programs and projects. by the Mun. Tourism Office
with prior approval of the MTCR. The Municipal Treasurer shall issue an Official Receipt upon
payment of the Registration Fee and put it as a trust fund for the Mun. Tourism Office.

SECTION 10-Issuance of Certificate of Registration/License and Sticker – After

having determined that all requirements set for in the preceding sections have been satisfied
and/or complete by the applicant, the municipal mayor through the MUN. TOURISM OFFICE
or the MPDO in case the MTO is not yet in existence, shall issue the corresponding certificate
of registration, license and sticker within seven (7) working days after the receipt of
certification.

Section 11. Objection to Application for Registration and Licenses – Any person
may file a written objection to the office of the Mayor through the Municipal Tourism Office or
the MPDC in its absence for the issuance or renewal of certificate of registration, license
and/or sticker to the applicant. The objection shall state the facts upon which it is based and
shall be sworn to before a person authorized to administer oath. Upon receipt of subject of
objection, the Municipal Tourism Office shall within three (3) working days furnish the
applicant with the copy of objection and require them the answer within five (5) working days
from receipt thereof. Within seven (7) working days from the receipt of the answer of the
applicant, the Municipal Tourism Office shall then conduct a summary administrative
adjudication with parties duly notified present. The MUN. TOURISM OFFICE or the MPDC in
its absence through the MTCR Adjudication Board shall render a decision on the objection
within seven (7) working days from the start of the hearing. The decision of the MUN.
TOURISM OFFICE or the MPDC in its absence shall be appealable to the Sangguniang
Bayan within 15 days. The law assumes that failure to do so, without valid reasons, by the
proponent means he is no longer interested to pursue the case. The SB will then declare the
case unappealable.

On cases requiring technical advisories, the Board upon recommendation of the

MUN. TOURISM OFFICE or the MPDC in its absence shall seek the assistance of agencies
concerned. These may include, but not limited to, the following:
(a) Municipal Planning Development Committee
(b) Municipal Environment and Natural Resources
(c) National Commission on Indigenous People
(d) NGO Representative from MDC ExeCom.
(e) Civil Society Groups (NGO / PO)

Section 12. Validity of Certificate of Registration and License – The Certificate of

registration and license of tourism oriented and tourism related establishments should be valid until
revoked of cancelled for all valid cause, while the license shall be renewable on an annual basis. If

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 the tourism oriented and/or tourism related establishments concerned have ceased operation for at
least six (6) months, it shall apply for registration.
Section 13. Documents/Requirements to be Submitted for the Renewal of
Registration and License – Application for the renewal of license shall be supported by the
following documents:
(a) Copy of the amended Articles of Incorporation or Article of Partnership and
bylaws, if any;
(b) List and information sheets of additional personnel if any, or any change in
manpower compliments;
(c) Latest Income Tax Return and audited financial statements covering the
preceding year’s operation, provided that if this requirement is not available at
the timed renewal, the named shall be submitted not later than April 30 of the
current year;
(d) Resolution of the Board of Director’s authorizing the continuation of the
business;
(e) Proof of the renewal of general Liability Insurance (additional requirements for
resort and tourist/inn/lodge);
(f) Renewal of surety bond; (g) Barangay clearance;
(h) Monthly report of tourist arrivals.
(i) NBI for Travel Agency.
(j) Mayors permit.

CHAPTER VI. REGULATORY MEASURES AND PENALTIES

Article 1. Grounds for the Closure of Tourism Establishments,

Imposition of Bond Suspension, Cancellation and/or Non-Renewal of License.
a. Failure to comply with or contravene any of the condition set forth in license;
b. Failure to meet the standard and requirements for the operation of tourism
establishment, as prescribed in this rule;
c. Serious physical injury/ies or loss of life of any guest due to the fault or negligence
of its official or employee (for resort/hotel/tourist inn/lodging other tourism related
establishments);
d. Allowing or permitting the tourism establishment including any of its facilities, to be
used for or to engaged in illegal, immoral, illicit activities; such as gambling,
prostitution, illegal / addictive drugs, etc. (for resort/hotel/tourist inn/lodging videoke
bars other tourism related establishments);
e. Managers and/or operators shall exert all possible efforts not to permit a person’s
engaging in indiscreet or vulgar acts to occupy any room or to frequent the
premises. To accomplish this end, they shall immediately report to the nearest
police station the presence in the premises of any such person.
f. Violation of any of the conditions of the LFTRB (include in the definition of terms)
franchise (for tourist transport operation);
g. Tolerance of gross misconduct, discourtesy, dishonesty, or misrepresentation and
/or fraudulent solicitation of business committed by any of the officers or employees
against their clients to the detriment of the tourism industry;

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 h. Wilful violation of agreements and/or contracts entered into by the tourism
establishment and its clients;
i. Failure to replace or renew the surety bond within fifteen (15) days from the date
when said bond is ordered, forfeited or confiscated in accordance with these rules
or cancelled and/or revoked for whatever cause (in case of travel agency);
j. Failure to pay fines, as well as fees, dues and contributions imposed under existing
laws;
k. Failure to submit a notice of any change in its personnel within thirty (30) working
days of such change;
l. Employment/hiring employees (national tour guides) who are not holders of license
issued by the department of tourism and non-Filipino employees, whether
contractual or permanent, without valid working visa and work permits;
m. Opening of any branch without prior approval of Municipal Tourism Office;
n. Non-settlement of account and/or non-remittance of collections due to carrier of
their co-agencies, or any agency of the government or any individual within the
period prescribed by laws;
o. Any other acts or omission against the interest of the tourism industry.
p. In case of tour guides and dive masters/instructors, the following are grounds for
cancellation and suspension of license:
i. Cancellation of license
1. Conviction of a crime involving moral turpitude and
2. Conviction of more than one of any of the acts enumerated in No. 2
ii. Suspension of license
1. Any overt act of dishonesty, misrepresentation or misconduct committed
against a member of his/her tour group or against her employer or co-
employees; gross negligence resulting to serious illness or injuries,
2. Forced tipping or solicitation of contribution/donation from tourists;
3. Failure to comply with the requirements as to the compulsory wearing of
ID; and
4. Violation of any of the provisions of these rules and regulations.

iii. Revocation of license

1. Negligence resulting to death or permanent injury shall mean automatic
revocation of all permits and licenses issued by the municipality to the
person responsible.(what are the penalties for the person/s or individual/s)

Article 2. Transfer of Certificate of Registration/License – The certificate of registration and

license is a matter of privilege and may be issued only to qualified applicants accordingly, no
owner and/or operator shall transfer or alienate in any manner the said certificate and license.

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 The certificate of registration and license shall be displayed in a conspicuous area in
their place of business. Sticker shall be posted in entrances/gates of such establishment for
easy identification.
Article 3. Registration of Guests/Tenants – All tourism establishments with
accommodations shall require their guests or tenants to fill up a registry form in duplicate that
will be provided by the Municipal Tourism Office.
a. The said registry form will be accomplished in duplicate and all copies will be submitted
to the Municipal Tourism Office within the first five (5) working days of each month,
purposely for the monthly tourist arrival statistic report of the municipality as per
requirement of the Provincial Tourism Office.
b. The registry form provided by the Municipal Tourism Office shall contain the following:
i. Guest’s full name
ii. Particulars of any identity card, passport or other travel documents
issued to him/her
iii. Place of origin and permanent, regular or known address;
iv. Probable duration of stay and intended destination;
v. Occupation and place of employment;
vi. Nationality;
vii. Time and date of arrival.

Article 4. Time of Entry of Particulars – Before the guest/visitors are allowed to

occupy certain room of resort/hotel/tourist inn/pension house/lodge and/or its respective
premises, the particulars described in the preceding sections shall be entered forth within the
register of book or card, or if he/she is not able to write, by the keepers/managers/clerks. In
either case the guest shall sign the entry or if she/he is unable to write it should be
authenticated by his or her right thumbprint.

Article 5. Visitors Invited by Guests Required to Register – Any visitor invited by

guests to stay in his/her room shall register in a separate book for visitors in which shall be
entered the name, address, and other particulars of the visitor/s.

Article 6. False Entry in Registry Book of Card- No Manager/operator shall enter

or cause to be entered in the Registry Book or Card any information or particular, which he
knows or could by the exercise of reasonable diligence, have been ascertained to be false.

Article 7. Registry of Property Left by Guest – A book in which shall be entered

without delay the particulars of any property left in any resort/hotel/tourist inn/pension
house/motorist hotel/lodge by any guest shall be kept in a manner which the Municipal
Tourism Office may require.

Article 8. Guest Suffering from Dangerous, Contagious and/or Infectious

Disease- The keeper/manager/operator shall immediately report to the Municipal Health
Officer any guest, tenant or member of any tourism establishment concerned who is found to
be suffering from a dangerous, contagious and/or infectious disease for necessary

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directions/instruction to prevent the spread of the disease or to require the transfer of the
patient to the hospital.

Article 9. Death in the Tourism Establishment – The keeper/manager/operator

shall immediately report to the Police Station the death of any person or one dying in a certain
tourism establishment. Copy of the report shall be transmitted forthwith to Municipal Tourism
Office.

Article 10. Employment of Foreign Nationals – In the employment of foreign

nationals, valid visa permit to work issued by the Bureau of Immigration and the Department
of Labor and Employment, respectively, shall be submitted.

Article 11. Training of Filipino Understudies – Tourism establishment employing

foreign nationals with supervisory, technical or advisory functions shall include in the contract
of employment of such foreign nationals a provision of at least two (2) Filipino understudies
to whom each foreign national will impart his specialized skill.
11.1. Submission of Program – The management shall submit to Municipal Tourism
Office or MPDC within five (5) working days from assumption of duties by the foreign
nationals the program for training Filipinos in discharging the functions of foreign
nationals.
11.2. Submission of Annual Reports – Tourism establishments shall submit to Municipal
Tourism Office an annual report on progress of its training program of Filipino
understudies by foreign nationals.

Article 12. Request for Mun. Tourism Office Identification Card – Municipal
Tourism Office’ identification cards shall be issued to employees of tourism establishments
upon the request provided that the said employees are included in the list of personnel of the
tourism establishment concerned.

Article 13. Surrender of ID Cards – The keeper/manager/operator of a tourist

establishment shall require its officers/employees thereof who ceased to be such, to
surrender to the Municipal Tourism Office their ID within three (3) working days from
separation.

Article 14. Periodic Inspection – The composite inspection team shall conduct
periodic inspection of tourism establishments.
1. The inspection shall be conducted at a reasonable time of the day with due regard
and respect accorded to privacy of the guest.
2. All inspection shall be covered by mission orders issued by the Municipal Tourism
Office with the approval of the municipal mayor stating therein the purpose of
authority and such other matters necessary for the purpose.

Article 15. Access of Composite Inspection Team to Records and Premises – The
inspection team shall have access to the registry book or card of the tourist establishment
and all parts and facilities thereof, and the right to interview any employee and investigate
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 any fact, condition or matter, which may be necessary to determine any violation or aid in
arriving at a just and correct conclusion.

Article 16. Defects and Deficiencies Found During the Inspection – Where
certain defects or deficiencies have been found in the course of inspection, the Municipal
Tourism Office shall give directions to the keeper/manager/operator of the tourism
establishments concerned to rectify/remedy the defects or deficiencies within a period of
fifteen (15) working days from the notice thereof.

Article 17. Extension of the Period – The Municipal Tourism 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 granted exceed two (2) months.

Article 18. Penalty for Failure to Remedy the Defects- If the management of
any tourism-oriented and tourism-related establishment fail to remedy the defects or
deficiencies noted, the Municipal Tourism Office shall impose the following:
i. Resort – fine of one hundred fifty pesos (150.00) for every day of delay in complying with
directions, but in no case shall the fine exceed the sum of three thousand pesos
(3,000.00).
ii. Hotel – fine of one hundred fifty pesos (150.00) for every day of delay in
complying with directions, but in no case shall the fine exceed the sum of three
thousand pesos (3,000.00).
iii. Lodging house/tourist inn – fine of one hundred pesos (100.00) for every day
of delay in complying with directions, but in no case shall the fine exceed the
sum of two thousand five hundred pesos (2,500.00).
iv. Others - fine of one hundred pesos (100.00) for every day of delay in complying
with directions, but in no case shall the fine exceed the sum of two thousand
five hundred pesos (2,500.00).

Provided that where the maximum fine imposable under this section has been
reached and the tourism establishment concerned has continuously failed to rectify the
defects or completed the deficiencies noted, the Municipal Tourism Office shall suspend the
certificate of registration and license for six (6) months. Permits / licenses shall not be
renewed unless after the applicant has complied to and settled all his previous responsibilities
to the government.

Article 19. Liability of Keepers/Managers/Operators for Acts or Commission of

Tourism Oriented and Tourism Related Establishments Employees – Without prejudice
to the provision of existing laws, keepers/managers/operators and assistants of the tourist
establishments shall be administratively liable for the acts or commissions of any of its
members against any guest/visitor. They may however be exempt for the liability if they could
establish that they have exercised the diligence of a good father of the family in the
supervision of the erring employees, or where the acts or commissions complained of are
beyond the control of the keeper/manager/operator or their assistants due to fortuitous event
or force majeure.

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 Article 20. Commission of Acts Inimical to the Tourism Industry – Commission
by the manager/operator or any member of the establishment, inimical to the interest of the
tourism industry shall be sufficient ground for disciplinary action, administrative and/or legal
action against him. An act shall be considered inimical to the tourism industry when such act
will prejudice the promotion of tourism in the municipality.

Article 21. Training Program for Staff – All tourism establishments shall undertake
to provide a staff training program designed to acquaint each member of the staff of his duties
and responsibilities to the end of that such member will know of what is expected of him or
her.

Article 22. Code of Ethics and/or Conduct – Tourism establishments

Owners/keepers/managers and or associations, if any act shall draft, with the assistance of
Municipal Tourism Office their dealings with one another and the conduct to be observed by
the staff or employees towards each other and/or the guests or tenants of the establishment.
Such code of ethics and/or conduct shall include the administrative penalties that
maybe imposed for their violation, such as fine, suspension or dismissal from the service.
The code of ethics and/or conduct, once approved by the Municipal Tourism Office
shall become part of these rules, provided, that in case of conflict between any provisions of
these rules and said code of ethics and/or conduct, the former shall prevail.

Article 23. Promotion to Higher Class- Any hotel which has upgraded its facilities
and services to, among others, comply with the requirements of a higher class hotel may
apply with Department of Tourism through Municipal Tourism Office for promotion for such
higher class.

Article 24. Demotion To Lower Class- Where after due investigation by the
Municipal Tourism Office, it has been established that a hotel is not being kept or managed
in a manner comfortable to the established standards, the Department of Tourism shall give
notice to the hotel keeper/manager or operator through the Municipal Tourism Office for such
fact granting the hotel a period of time stated in the notice within which to comply with the
standards set. If the hotel fails to comply within the period granted in the notice, the Municipal
Tourism Office shall remove the registration of the hotel from the class and place it in a lower
class.

Article 24. Filing of Schedule of Charges-Tourism establishments shall file with

the Municipal Tourism Office and shall readily make available imprinted or mimeographed
form schedule of charges on all services and related fees. Any change in the charges shall
be communicated to the Municipal Tourism Office within seven (7) working days from the
affectivity of such charges.

Article 25. Administrative Penalties – Without prejudice to the application of the

above penal sanctions, the Municipal Tourism Office may impose an administrative fine of
not less than one thousand (1,000.00) pesos nor more than two thousand five hundred
(2,500.00) pesos against any person, natural or juridical, who shall violate or cause another
to violate any provision of this ordinance, or suspend or revoke the license of such person.
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 a. In case of violations which includes but not limited to damage to person,
properties, and the environment, the LGU reserves the right to file a case against
the offender/s in court in consonance with existing laws (whichever may apply ).
b. Penalty imposed upon officers or juridical persons – if the offender of the
provisions in the next preceding paragraph hereof is a corporation, partnership,
firm or associations, the penalty provided therefore shall be imposed upon the
officer or officers responsible for the violation, and if such officer is an alien, he
shall, in addition be subject to deportation.

Article 26. Municipal Tourism Trust Fund:

There shall be created a Municipal Tourism Trust Fund to support the operation of
the MTCR.
Section 1. Fines and Penalties Collected
Any fines, penalties collected from the tourism related establishments shall be used
only for tourism related activities, programs and projects by the Mun. Tourism Office with prior
approval of the MTCR. The Municipal Treasurer shall issue an Official Receipt upon payment
of the Registration Fee and put it as a trust fund for the Mun. Tourism Office.

Section 2. Environmental Fee

The collected environmental fee based on the approved and existing Environmental
Fee Ordinance shall be become part of the Municipal Tourism Trust Fund and will be used
by the environment.

CHAPTER VII-MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

Article 1: INCENTIVES

Section 1. Registration of Tourism Oriented and Tourism Related

Establishments
Tourism oriented and tourism related establishments which are duly registered and licensed
by the municipality shall be entitled to the following incentives:
a. “One stop shop” processing of registration and license at Municipal Tourism Office,
which should be completed within a period of not exceeding fifteen (15) days.
b. Exemption from the liquor ban to comply with the provisions as provided for under
Section 17 of the Municipal Ordinance No. 05-2009 otherwise known as Children’s
Code of Real, Quezon.
c. Inspection by composite inspection team of the Municipality to be made only twice
every year, except on special cases as public interest may require whenever
authorized by the Municipal Tourism Office upon recommendation of the Municipal
Tourism Council.
In addition to the privileges mentioned in the preceding section, the MUN. TOURISM
OFFICE may, upon the recommendation of the MTCR, grant tax exemptions and incentives

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to tourism establishments of international standards through the endorsement of the national
government. Such establishments may include, but not limited to, the following;
i. De Luxe hotel
ii. International convention center
iii. Manmade resorts or recreational parks of international standard similar to Disneyland or
Ocean Park
iv. International film center/movie studio with high-tech modern equipment and realistic film
location sets of international standards similar to Universal Studio.
v. Such similar establishments as maybe determined by the tourism council.
The establishment referred to in this Section may also apply for the utilization of
municipal government-owned lands through lease agreement or joint venture with the LGU
under terms and conditions the municipal council may deem proper to impose. Based on
local investment code.

Article 2. Confidential Character of Certain Data – Information and documents by

or filed with the Municipal Tourism Office in pursuance with the requirements of this ordinance
shall be treated as confidential and shall not be divulged to any private party without the
consent of the party concerned when the public interest so requires. Any official or employee
of the Municipal Tourism Office including those that are temporarily assigned therewith who
shall violate the provision of the Section shall be guilty of an offense of this ordinance.

Article 3. Enlistment of Aid, Assistance and Support of Other Government

Agencies – In the implementation of the provisions of this ordinance, Municipal Tourism
Office may enlist the aid, assistance and support of any and all government agencies,
whether local or national.

Article 4. Registration and License Form – The Municipal Tourism Office as the
case maybe, shall make available all application for registration and/or license forms that
applicants shall accomplish and all other forms that may be deemed necessary.

Article 5. Posting of LGU Standard rates for tourism related

activities/establishments – it is hereby mandated by this Code that all tourism related
establishments and businesses shall post for the general public to see, the standard rates
being implemented by the LGU. It shall cover, but not limited to, the following:
5.1 Transport fare
5.2 Room rates/cottage rental
5.3 Basic services
5.4 Complimentary services

CHAPTER VIII – FINAL PROVISIONS

Article 1. Implementation Of Rules – The Municipal Mayor may from time to time,
issue regulations as she may deem fit and necessary for the effective implementation of this
ordinance in case the MTCR has not yet approved any Internal Rules and Regulation for this
Code

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 Article 2. Head Implementing Officer – The Mun. Tourism Officer shall monitor and
ensure the implementation of this Code.
In case the MTO has not yet been created, the LCE thru an EO shall designate the Mun.
Tourism Officer and the same shall be presented during the first assembly of the MTCR.

Article 3. Funding – The funds necessary for the implementation of this ordinance
shall be taken from the general funds of the municipality and funding requirements for the
succeeding years shall be provided in the annual/supplemental budget of the municipality.
Specifically, 100 % of tax revenue from tourism related businesses shall be aligned to the
implementation of this Ordinance. Further, based on the general provisions of all resource
management plans, the community/stakeholders together with the LGU reserves the right to
impose environmental fees to visitors for purposes of maintaining/rehabilitating the natural
resources of this municipality.

Article 4. Applicability Clause - All other matters concerning fees and activities not
specifically mentioned in this article shall be governed by the pertinent provisions of the
Revenue Code of Real, Quezon.

Article 5. Separability Clause – The provisions of this ordinance are separable, and
in the event that any or more of such provisions are declared invalid, the validity of all the
other provisions shall not be affected thereby.

Article 6. Repealing Clause – Any ordinance, executive order, local issuance or

rules and regulations, or parts, thereof, which are inconsistent with this ordinance are hereby
repealed and/or modified accordingly.

Article 7. Effectivity - This ordinance shall take effect after ten (10) days from the
date a copy hereof is posted in a bulletin board at the entrance of the Municipal Building of
Real, Quezon.

APPROVED JANUARY 14, 2019

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I HEREBY CERTIFY, that the foregoing Ordinance has been thoroughly reviewed
and considered by this august Body for adoption per Section 447 (a) and Sec 469 (c,2) of the
Local Government Code of 1991 this 14th day of January 2019.

CARLO LUIS A. CALLEJA

Secretary to the Sanggunian

ATTESTED:

JOEL AMANDO A. DIESTRO

Municipal Vice Mayor/Presiding Officer

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APPROVED:

DIANA ABIGAIL D. AQUINO

Municipal Mayor
Date:____________________

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 A軸cIe 4. AppIicabi叩y CIause - A= othe「 matters conceming f疎s and activities not

SpeC鵬ally m創軸ed in軸s a融e s闘b畠govemed by the pe軸ent provisions of the

Reve個e Code of ReaI, Quezon,

A鵬cle 5. Sep紬abi町CIause - The provisions of this o剛ance a晦SeParabIe, and in

the event that any o「 more of such provisions are deciared invalid, the vaiidity of a旧he othe「

Provisions shaii not be affected thereby.

A鵬CIe 6. Repealing CIause - Any or軸ance, eXeCutive order, Iooa=ssuance or rules

and regulations’O「 PartS’thereof’Which are inconsjstent with this o軸ance are hereby
晦pealed andね「 mod肺ed accordingIy,

A鵬cle 7“ E鵬cti巾y - This ordinance sha旧ake effisot after ten (10〉 days from the date
a copy hereof is posted in a bulIetin board at the ent「ance of the Municipal Bu胴ng of Real,

Quezon.

APPROVED JANJARY 14, 2019

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I HEREBY CERTIFY’that the foregoing O「dinance has bee= tho剛ghly reviewed and
COnSidered by this august Body for adoption pe「 Section 447 (a〉 and Sec 469 (C,2) of the LocaI
Govemment Code of 1991掘s 14th dayofJanuary 2019.

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