14 Questions
What is the main purpose of DENR Administrative Order No. 2007-29?
To define the mandates and functions of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Which legislation is NOT mentioned as a basis for DENR Administrative Order No. 2007-29?
Republic Act No. 7587
What is the purpose of keeping abreast with the advancement in procedures and technology in surveying and mapping?
To improve the delivery of public service
Which act is related to the Philippine Geodetic Engineering as per DENR Administrative Order No. 2007-29?
Republic Act No. 8560
According to DENR Administrative Order No. 2007-29, what is the purpose of Republic Act No. 7942?
To govern the Philippine mining activities
Which legislation is mentioned in relation to the National Integrated Protected Areas System as per DENR Administrative Order No. 2007-29?
Republic Act No. 7586
What is the purpose of the state's policy on lands of the public domain?
To accelerate the adjudication and disposition of lands for tenurial security and land ownership equity
What does the DENR prioritize in relation to surveys?
Unification, synchronization, and regulation of all surveys on various types of lands
What is the objective of DENR in relation to surveying practices and technologies?
To enable individuals to keep abreast with advancements in surveying practices and technologies
Which surveys are covered by the Order?
Control surveys, cadastral surveys, isolated surveys, and mineral land surveys
What is a Cadastral Map (CM)?
A map drawn to appropriate scale showing land parcels and important natural features within a municipality/project
What does 'cadastre' refer to?
A set of records about parcels of land primarily for taxation purposes
What does 'Delimitation Survey' refer to?
The establishment of boundaries by conducting actual ground survey for forestland and protected areas
What is a Geodetic Engineer (GE)?
A natural person with professional expertise in the field of surveying
Study Notes
Purpose of DENR Administrative Order No. 2007-29
- To adopt and promote the use of modern surveying and mapping technologies in the Philippines.
Bases of DENR Administrative Order No. 2007-29
- Republic Act No. 7942 (Philippine Mining Act of 1995)
- Republic Act No. 7586 (National Integrated Protected Areas System, NIPAS)
- Presidential Decree No. 1416 (Philippine Geodetic Engineering Law)
Not mentioned as a basis for DENR Administrative Order No. 2007-29
- Executive Order No. 292 (Administrative Code of 1987)
Importance of Advancements in Surveying and Mapping
- To keep pace with the modernization of surveying and mapping technologies.
Purpose of Republic Act No. 7942
- To regulate the exploration, development, and utilization of mineral resources.
National Integrated Protected Areas System (NIPAS)
- Covered by Republic Act No. 7586.
State Policy on Public Domain Lands
- To maintain the lands of the public domain for the benefit of the Filipino people.
DENR Priorities
- To ensure that surveys are conducted with accuracy and precision.
Objectives of DENR
- To promote and adopt modern surveying and mapping practices and technologies.
Coverage of the Order
- All surveys conducted by the DENR, including cadastral surveys, geodetic surveys, and delimitation surveys.
Cadastral Map (CM)
- A map that shows the boundaries and dimensions of land parcels.
Cadastre
- A system of land registration and mapping.
Delimitation Survey
- A survey that defines the boundaries of a particular area or territory.
Geodetic Engineer (GE)
- A professional who specializes in the application of geodetic principles and methods in surveying and mapping.
Test your knowledge of the revised regulations on land surveys in the Philippines as per DENR Administrative Order No. 2007- 29 and Executive Order 192. This quiz covers the mandates and functions defined by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR).
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