Davao City council approves hazard management zone around New Carmen landfill
The 21st city council passed on final reading a measure setting land use controls in hazard-prone areas within and around the sanitary landfill.
The 21st Davao City council has approved on third and final reading an Interim Hazard Management Zone (IHMZ) covering the New Carmen sanitary landfill and the areas around it, according to the City Government of Davao.
The measure adopts land use management measures within areas identified as hazard-prone, the city government said. It described the move as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen public safety and prevent future hazards.
The city government's announcement did not detail the specific restrictions, the boundaries of the zone, or when the measures will take effect.
Why it matters for Davao
Residents and landowners near the New Carmen landfill may face new land use rules in areas the city has identified as hazard-prone.
This article was written by the DavaoNews desk with AI assistance, using reporting by City Government of Davao. Facts come from the original report, which we credit and link below. Our editorial policy
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