Live Breaking News & Updates on S Being Tackled By The City Council Pna File Photo Pio Baguio Has Approved On First Reading Proposal That Seeks To Regulate Use And Operation Of Transient Houses Which Must Adhere Safety Health Standards Jordan Habbiling

SAFETY STANDARDS. A joint inspection team from the Baguio City government conducted on Aug. 28, 2022 a surprise inspection and ordered 15 accommodation establishments to correct the safety and health violations found. With the discovery, an ordinance seeking to regulate the operation of accommodation establishments, including transients, is being tackled by the city council. (PNA file photo by PIO-Baguio) BAGUIO CITY - The city council has approved on first reading the proposal that seeks to regulate the use and operation of transient houses which must adhere to safety and health standards. Jordan Habbiling, public information officer of the Baguio City Council, said the council hopes to make the operation of transient houses covered by permits, thus must be compliant with the zoning ordinance, have specific bedroom accommodation, a particular period of stay, and not be used for non-residential purposes. "There is a need to regulate transient lodging facilities in the city to ensu ....

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