DHSUD Regional Office National Capital Region

07/08/2026

LATEST CIRCULARS NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE. The latest Department Circulars on Housing and Real Estate Regulation are now available for viewing and download.

Supporting the Department’s continuing efforts toward more streamlined, efficient, and proactive regulatory processes, these circulars provide updated guidelines on the issuance of Temporary License to Sell, compliance with the Balanced Housing Development Program, and the completion of housing and real estate development projects.

Visit https://tinyurl.com/DHSUD-DC-2026-121314 or scan the QR code to access the full copies.

06/08/2026

Integrating Science, Technology, and Land Use for Smarter Cities

August 6, 2026 | DHSUD NCR and DOST NCR thru RDs Engr. Surita J. Pedrozo and Engr. Romelen T. Tresvalles officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding for the implementation of the Smart and Sustainable Cities Program (SSCP) during the Regional Science, Technology, and Innovation Week (RSTW) celebration at the Alert Center, Valenzuela City.

By complementing science, technology, and innovation with land use planning, this partnership will help Metro Manila LGUs create smarter, more resilient, and sustainable communities.

05/08/2026

Empowering local governments through geospatial technology!

The Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development – National Capital Region (DHSUD NCR), through the Environmental, Land Use Planning and Development Division (ELUPDD), successfully conducted a 3-day Geographic Information System (GIS) Training for the City Government of San Juan on 28–30 July 2026. The training equipped participants with fundamental GIS knowledge and practical skills in QGIS, spatial data management, and hazard mapping applications to strengthen evidence-based planning and disaster risk reduction initiatives.

Through interactive discussions and hands-on exercises, participants gained valuable experience in creating, analyzing, and visualizing geospatial data that can support local planning, risk assessment, and emergency preparedness. The activity also fostered collaboration among technical personnel, promoting the effective integration of GIS into day-to-day planning and decision-making processes.

DHSUD NCR remains committed to strengthening the capabilities of local government units through continuous capacity-building initiatives and technical assistance, advancing safer, smarter, and more resilient communities for all.

04/08/2026

04/08/2026

Resilient Urban Design Development (RUDD), Open Space Development (OSD), and Planned Unit Development (PUD) Guidelines Writeshop

03/08/2026

28/07/2026

WATCH. President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. reports during his 5th SONA that more than 500K housing units are financed and produced by his administration through DHSUD and its key shelter agencies.

28/07/2026

READ. President BBM cites DHSUD's gains in delivering decent, safer and affordable housing for Filipino families during his 5th SONA.