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Mar 2, 2021 lease agreements lessee rights article 1678 property improvements civil code philippine law

Lessee Reimbursement for Improvements: The Bermon Marketing Case

Learn when lessees can claim reimbursement for improvements under Article 1678 and how contract terms can waive that right.

Jun 18, 2019 hlurb subdivision disputes road lots pd 957 administrative remedies property law

Road Lots and HLURB Jurisdiction: What Subdivision Owners Must Know

The Supreme Court clarifies HLURB jurisdiction over subdivision road lots, public access rights, and the need to exhaust administrative remedies.

Sep 5, 2018 homeowners association open space subdivision law donation presidential decree 957 civil law

Homeowners Rights vs Church Construction: Open Space Donation Validity

Supreme Court rules on open space donations in subdivisions, homeowners association rights, and church construction in Casa Milan case.

Sep 7, 2006 property law local government barangay homeowners association ra 7160 pd 957

Barangay vs. Homeowners: Who Administers a Multi-Purpose Hall?

The Supreme Court clarifies the division of authority between barangays and homeowners' associations over government-funded facilities in subdivisions.