SESSION 1: TUESDAY, MARCH 18, 2025 | 8:45 AM TO 12:00 NN VIA ZOOM
SESSION 2: WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19, 2025 | 9:00 AM TO 12:00 NN VIA ZOOM
He is currently the Corporate Secretary of Laguna Lake Development Authority (LLDA).
He recently retired as the Director IV of Finance Service at the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD).
He was the former Director of Legal Service, Administrative Service, and Asset Reform Group of the Housing and Urban Development Coordinating Council (HUDCC)
He is an author of 33 best-selling books including the book on Q&A Homeowners’ Association, Federation and Confederation.
He teaches law and is an active bar reviewer specializing in Land Titles, Deeds and Special Proceedings, Remedial Law, and Civil Law.
He is also a licensed civil engineer and environmental planner.
Module 1: Introduction and Overview
- Brief Recap of RA 9904 and the Original IRR [Department Order (DO) 2021-007]
- Key principles of the law
- Purpose and structure of the original IRR
- Rationale and Objectives of Department Circular (DC) 2024-018
- Why were amendments necessary? What issues did the original IRR not adequately address?
- What are the intended outcomes of the amendments?
- Overview of the Key Changes Introduced by DC 2024-018
- Key differences from DO 2021-007.
Module 2: Detailed Examination of the Amendments
- Applicability and Coverage
- DO 2021-007: Original provisions on HOA types covered.
- DC 2024-018: Comparison: How does the amendment clarify or change the types of
HOAs covered?
- Registration and Recognition of HOAs
- DO 2021-007: Original registration process and requirements.
- DC 2024-018: Comparison: What are the changes? Are there new requirements?
How do the timelines differ?
- HOA Elections
- DO 2021-007: Original rules for elections.
- 2024-018: Comparison: Focus on the specific changes to eligibility, voting procedures,
dispute resolution, and term limits
- Dues, Assessments, and Collections:
- DO 2021-007: Original provisions on dues and assessments.
- DC 2024-018: Are there changes to allowable fees? How do the payment and delinquency
policies differ?
- Dispute Resolution within HOAs
- DO 2021-007: Original guidelines on dispute resolution.
- DC 2024-018: Comparison: How does the amendment enhance or change the dispute resolution
process? Are there new mechanisms introduced?
Module 3: Practical Application and Implications
- Case Studies and Examples
- Real-world scenarios illustrating the application of both the original IRR and the amended version.
- Group discussions and analysis of practical challenges.
- Impact of the Amendments on HOA Governance
- How do the changes affect the roles and responsibilities of HOA officers and
board members compared to the original IRR?
- Members' Rights and Responsibilities
- How do the amendments impact the rights and obligations of individual HOA members
compared to the original IRR?
Module 4: Open Forum and Q&A
Contact Person: Micah Lara Jalos
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