Gratuitous Special Use Permit and Centralized Sewerage Treatment Plant Coron

Gratuitous Special Use Permit and Centralized Sewerage Treatment Plant Coron

The project brief outlines the construction of a Centralized Sewerage Treatment Plant (STP) in Coron, Palawan, aimed at improving wastewater management for urban barangays. The Municipal Government of Coron, represented by Mario T. Reyes, Jr., seeks a Gratuitous Special Use Permit (GSUP) to implement this essential infrastructure project. The STP will be strategically located in Barangay Poblacion 5, covering Barangays Poblacion 1, 2, and 3 with a gravity-fed sewerage collection system. This initiative is crucial for enhancing public health and environmental sustainability in the region.

Key Points

  • Details the construction of a Centralized Sewerage Treatment Plant in Coron, Palawan.
  • Outlines the sewerage collection system serving urban barangays Poblacion 1, 2, and 3.
  • Includes the application for a Gratuitous Special Use Permit (GSUP) for project implementation.
  • Covers the environmental compliance and zoning requirements as per the ECAN Map.
  • Daphne Grace Minosa
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PROJECT BRIEF
Application No.
Project Title Gratuitous Special Use Permit (GSUP) Application and Centralized Sewerage Treatment Plant (STP) with Sewerage System
Category A
Project Location Barangay Poblacion 1, 2, 3 & 5, Coron, Palawan
Proponent's Full
Name/Company Name
Municipal Government of Coron, Palawan
Represented by Mario T. Reyes, Jr.
Proponent's Complete
Address and Contact
Details
Address : Barangay Poblacion 2, Coron, Palawan
Mobile : 09175551186
Project Cost
(Php)
500000000
Project
Description
The proposed project involves the construction of a Centralized Sewerage Treatment Plant (STP) and an associated sewerage
collection system to serve the urban barangays of Coron. The STP will be located in Barangay Poblacion 5 on a 2,000-square-meter
lot classified as Unclassified Public Forest per Certification of Land Status issued by DENR-CENRO Coron (Annex A). In line with
this, the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Coron is applying for a Gratuitous Special Use Permit (GSUP) as the tenurial instrument for
project implementation for all the developments that falls under the UPF area, while for the developments under the reclamation area,
the LGU coordinated with the PRA for the clearance while for A&D area, the LGU acquired Certificate of No Objection for the project.
The sewerage network will cover Barangays Poblacion 1, 2, and 3, the town proper, where wastewater will be collected through a
gravity-fed and pumped pipeline system and conveyed to the centralized treatment plant.
ECAN Zoning
Based on the submitted documents, the project falls under Category A, which requires the proponent to secure the Corresponding
SEP Clearance. The project falls within the 0.2272672hectares Terrestrial Multiple Use Zone (allowable) of the approved ECAN Map
for the Municipality of Coron, Palawan. The development must be confined within the allowable zone (0.2272672ha) project area. Any
expansion is subject to a separate ECAN Zoning Certification and/or SEP Clearance.
Social acceptability
As proof of social acceptability, the following were presented:
1. Sangguniang Barangay Poblacion 1 Resolution No. 02 Series of 2025 dated April 4, 2025;
2. Sangguniang Barangay Poblacion 2 Resolution No. 24 Series of 2025 dated April 15, 2025;
3. Sangguniang Barangay Poblacion Resolution No. 40 Series of 2025 dated May 19, 2025;
4. Sangguniang Barangay Poblacion 5 Resolution No. 14 Series of 2025 dated April 4, 2025;
5. Sangguniang Bayan Municipal Resolution No. 199, Series of 2025 dated August 4, 2025; and
6. Coron ECAN Board Endorsement Resolution No.28, Series of 2025 dated August 15, 2025
Staff Recommendation
In view of the foregoing findings, the Staff recommends for the approval of the applied Gratuitous Special Use Permit (GSUP) and
Centralized Sewerage Treatment Plant (STP) with Sewerage System of the Municipal Government of Coron located at Brgy.
Poblacion 1, 2, 3 and 5, Coron, Palawan subject to different terms and conditions.
Evaluated by:
Anafrael Roxas
Reviewed and Recommended by:
Benjamin Adriano
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FAQs of Gratuitous Special Use Permit and Centralized Sewerage Treatment Plant Coron

What is the purpose of the Centralized Sewerage Treatment Plant in Coron?
The Centralized Sewerage Treatment Plant (STP) aims to improve wastewater management for the urban barangays of Coron, Palawan. By constructing this facility, the local government seeks to enhance public health and environmental conditions. The STP will treat wastewater collected from the surrounding areas, ensuring that it meets environmental standards before being released back into the ecosystem. This initiative is part of a broader effort to promote sustainable development in Coron.
What areas will the sewerage collection system serve?
The sewerage collection system will serve the urban barangays of Poblacion 1, 2, and 3 in Coron. Wastewater will be collected through a combination of gravity-fed and pumped pipelines, efficiently transporting it to the Centralized Sewerage Treatment Plant. This system is designed to address the growing need for effective wastewater management in these densely populated areas, ensuring that sanitation needs are met.
What approvals are needed for the STP project?
The project requires a Gratuitous Special Use Permit (GSUP) as the tenurial instrument for implementation. Additionally, the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Coron must secure environmental compliance and zoning certifications as outlined in the ECAN Map. These approvals are essential to ensure that the project aligns with local regulations and environmental standards, facilitating its successful execution.
How does the project align with environmental regulations?
The Centralized Sewerage Treatment Plant project aligns with environmental regulations by adhering to the guidelines set forth in the ECAN Map for Coron. The project falls under Category A, necessitating the proponent to secure the corresponding SEP Clearance. This ensures that the development is confined within the allowable zone and that any potential environmental impacts are mitigated through proper planning and compliance with local laws.

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