Manila Mayor Francisco ‘Isko Moreno’ Domagoso signed on Tuesday an ordinance granting a sweeping general tax amnesty in the city.
The policy waives penalties, surcharges, and interest on unpaid city taxes, fees, and regulatory charges until the end of the year.
“Despite this situation, everyone in this city, we want to let you know that the government of the City of Manila has been able to alleviate the hardship faced by many of our taxpayers… We would rather understand the people and give proper attention to the hardships faced by our constituents,” he said.
Domagoso acknowledged the country is facing serious economic challenges and the tax amnesty ordinance will help keep local businesses afloat.
The ordinance also incorporates guidelines from the Department of Finance and the Bureau of Local Government Finance to implement the amnesty provisions under the Real Property Valuation and Assessment Reform Act (RPVARA).
Among the qualified taxpayers to avail of the amnesty include business owners with unpaid local dues, administrators of delinquent real properties, and individuals transacting with the city for permits and services.
