History of Housing Development in the Philippines

What policy does Socialized Housing in the Philippines trace its roots to?

Who suggested the purchase of a large lot for socialized housing?

What was the first housing agency created in the Philippines?

Which of the following individuals was appointed as chairman of the PHC board?

In what year did President Quezon direct the creation of the People's Homesite Corporation?

What was the price per square meter when PHC purchased the land in Diliman Estate?

What year did the merger between PHC and NHC occur?

When was the National Housing Corporation (NHC) created?

What is the full name of the organization formed from the merger of PHC and NHC?

What was the main purpose of the six housing-related agencies formed in the years following the merger?

Historical Overview of Housing Development in the Philippines

Socialized housing origins trace back to Manuel L. Quezon's Social Justice Policy in July 1938.
Quezon proposed purchasing large plots of land near Manila for subdivision to provide affordable housing to the poor.
This initiative aimed to address growing social unrest, particularly in Central Luzon.

Establishment of Key Housing Agencies

On October 14, 1938, Quezon directed the creation of the People's Homesite Corporation (PHC), marking the Philippines' first housing agency, under the National Development Company (NDC).
Don Alejandro was appointed as chairman of the PHC board, including members like Ambrosio Magsaysay and Vicente Fragante.
Ramon Roces was designated as the PHC manager with an initial salary of Php 1.00.

Land Acquisition and Development

PHC's Board approved the purchase of 15,723,191 sqm of land in Diliman Estate for P0.50 per sqm during a meeting shortly after its establishment.

Post-World War II Developments

September 17, 1945, marked the establishment of the National Housing Corporation (NHC).
The PHC and NHC were merged on October 4, 1947, forming the People’s Homesite and Housing Corporation (PHHC), which operated until 1975.

Expansion of Housing Agencies

Following the merger, six additional housing agencies were created to address varied housing needs and requirements in subsequent years.

Explore the evolution of housing development in the Philippines, tracing its roots from the social justice policies of Manuel L. Quezon to modern trends in socialized housing. This quiz delves into the historical context and significant milestones in Philippine housing. Test your knowledge of how settlements have transformed over time!