The Housing and Land Use Regulatory Board (HLURB) —now part of the Human Settlements Adjudication Commission (HSAC) —has exclusive jurisdiction over disputes related to subdivision and condominium projects . It regulates contracts between subdivision developers and lot buyers and enforces developer compliance with contractual and statutory obligations . HLURB Jurisdiction in Real Estate Disputes 📌 Scope of HLURB's Jurisdiction ✔ Claims between subdivision developers and lot buyers . ✔ Cases involving compliance with development obligations . ✔ Disputes related to unsound real estate practices . ✔ Refund claims by subdivision lot or condo buyers . ✔ Actions for specific performance in contracts and statutory obligations . 📌 Relevant Case: Geronimo vs Calderon (G.R. No. 201781, 2014) Jurisdictional Principles in HLURB Cases 📌 Jurisdiction Depends on Cause of Action ✔ HLURB jurisdiction is determined by the nature of the dispute , the property involved , and the ...
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