Major zoning review committee meeting held in Bacolod

Bacolod City to Address Urban Development and Zoning Issues

Bacolod City is set to convene a meeting of its Local Zoning Review Committee (LZRC) and Local Zoning Board of Appeals (LZBA) to discuss and address pressing issues related to urban development and zoning. The meeting, which will be called by Mayor Greg Gasataya, is aimed at focusing on implementation, resolving sectoral plan conflicts within the Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP), and addressing climate-resilient urban development needs.

The LZRC and LZBA, governed by the Local Government Code of 1991 and its Implementing Rules and Regulations, have crucial roles in the city's development. The LZRC is mandated to evaluate the CLUP and Zoning Ordinance, monitor their implementation, and recommend necessary amendments and policy measures to the City Council. On the other hand, the LZBA handles applications for variances, exceptions, or special uses, subject to the provisions of the city's zoning ordinance.

In addition to their regular duties, the LZBA is also responsible for acting on pending appeals and ensuring due process in resolving zoning-related disputes. They also have the authority to make decisions on appeals from the decisions of the Zoning Administrator/Enforcement Officer. Both the LZRC and LZBA are required to follow the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance in their operations.

The meeting is a significant step towards ensuring the city's proper development and the welfare of all its citizens. The approved CLUP and Zoning Ordinance will guide land use, ensuring proper development, and promoting investor confidence while protecting community rights. The mayor, either directly or through their authorized representative, holds the position to call for the meeting and manage the proceedings of the two departments.

While the specific municipal or regional authority that commissioned the mayor to convene the LZRC and LZBA is not publicly specified, the importance of the meeting is clear. The city continues to grow and develop, and it is crucial that its growth is managed in a way that benefits all citizens and is resilient to the challenges of climate change.

As the city moves forward, the LZRC and LZBA will play a vital role in ensuring that development is carried out in a way that is in line with the city's vision for the future. Through their work, they will help shape the city's landscape, ensuring that it is a place where everyone can thrive.