The Cebu City government has officially suspended six development projects and construction activities in upland barangays following investigations by environmental authorities that uncovered illegal earth-moving, hauling, and quarrying operations. This decisive action underscores the city's commitment to enforcing environmental regulations and protecting its natural resources from unauthorized exploitation.
City Council Backs Environmental Office Recommendations
Through resolutions approved on February 10, 2026, the Cebu City Council strongly supported the recommendation from the Cebu City Environment and Natural Resources Office (CCenro) to issue cease-and-desist orders (CDOs) against companies operating in Barangay Binaliw, Buhisan, and Budlaan. These resolutions were formally recognized by the City Legal Office in a letter dated March 2 and have been forwarded to the Cebu City Mining Regulatory Board for further review and action.
Projects and Companies Facing Suspension
The projects and companies targeted for suspension include the San Lorenzo Development Corporation, which was flagged for earth-moving activities at the San Lorenzo Village, also known as Woodlands Subdivision in Barangay Binaliw. Additionally, hauling activities at the proposed Hallay's Ville in Barangay Buhisan and the Suico Property in Barangay Budlaan are under scrutiny.
Investigations into the Suico Property focus on alleged hauling and quarrying, following complaints from residents about road damage after Typhoon Tino. Other entities under investigation are JT Ayne Constructions for suspected illegal earth-moving in Sityo Kainsikan, Barangay Binaliw, Powerplus Aggregates Systems Co. Ltd. for earth-moving activities in Barangay Binaliw, and PLD Construction and Development Inc. for excavation works at the planned Villa Montana Subdivision in Binaliw 1.
Documentation and Legal Proceedings
Documents presented to the council include comprehensive inspection reports from CCenro, notices of violation, and show-cause orders issued on January 27, 2026. These records provide a detailed account of the environmental infractions and form the basis for the legal actions being taken against the involved companies.
The City Council has recommended that the Office of the Mayor and the City Legal Office proceed with issuing formal cease-and-desist orders. Meanwhile, the cases have been escalated to the mining regulatory board to ensure appropriate disciplinary measures are implemented, highlighting a coordinated effort across city departments to address these violations effectively.
