Mayor faces pressure to stop Monterrazas

DENR officials also reported that of more than 700 trees originally standing in the area, only 11 remained after clearing activities linked to the project.

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Despite the suspension order, drone inspections conducted by CCENRO in January 2026 reportedly documented ongoing civil works, including earth-moving and hauling operations without the required permits.

The findings prompted the City Council in February 2026 to pass Resolution No. 17-2317-2026, introduced by Councilor Sisinio Andales, requesting the issuance of a cease-and-desist order against the Monterrazas project.

The resolution was approved unanimously, reflecting the council's frustration over repeated violations and what it described as the developer's disregard for regulatory processes.

The council initially referred the matter to the Office of the Building Official (OBO), which later endorsed it to CCENRO, explaining that its authority is limited to enforcing the National Building Code.