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Apr 4, 2016 property-law public-nuisance demolition easement local-government civil-code

Demolition of Illegal Structures on Public Roads: Public Welfare Over Private Interests

Supreme Court rules illegally constructed houses on public roads are nuisances that must be demolished, prioritizing public welfare over private claims.

Apr 11, 2006 demolition due process local government property law court order illegal structures

Demolition of Illegal Structures: When a Court Order Is Required in the Philippines

Philippine law generally requires a special court order before a city may demolish existing structures, even those built without permits. Learn the rules.