The Key Shelter Agencies (KSAs) are the government corporations like NHA and Pag-IBIG that directly implement housing programs in the Philippines. Each has a specific role, from building homes to providing financing for Filipino families.
The HUDCC (Housing and Urban Development Coordinating Council) was the former top-level government body for housing policy in the Philippines. In 2019, its functions were merged into the new DHSUD under RA 11201.
The HLURB (Housing and Land Use Regulatory Board) was the main government agency regulating real estate in the Philippines until 2019. Its functions, including issuing the License to Sell, were absorbed by the new DHSUD.
The National Housing Authority (NHA) is a Philippine government agency that directly builds housing for low-income families, calamity victims, and informal settlers. It functions as the government’s primary housing producer for marginalized sectors.
The DHSUD (Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development) is the main Philippine government agency that regulates the housing industry. It protects homebuyers by issuing a License to Sell to legitimate developers and resolving disputes.
A Homeowners Association (HOA) is a non-profit organization that manages a subdivision or condominium in the Philippines. It collects fees to maintain common areas, provide security, and enforce community rules to protect property values.
The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) is the Philippine government agency that regulates and licenses professionals like architects and engineers. For homebuyers, it serves as a guarantee of a professional’s competence and provides a means for legal accountability.
he Architect or Engineer of Record is the PRC-licensed professional who legally takes responsibility for a building’s design by signing and sealing the plans. In the Philippines, they are a mandatory requirement for securing a Building Permit from the OBO.
The Office of the Building Official (OBO) is the department in every Philippine LGU that enforces the National Building Code. It is responsible for reviewing plans and issuing the necessary Building Permit and Occupancy Permit for all construction projects.
A Local Government Unit (LGU) is the governing body of a province, city, or municipality in the Philippines. For homebuyers, LGUs are critical for issuing permits, collecting property taxes, and maintaining official records like the Tax Declaration.
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