State-run Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) said Thursday it welcomes the Supreme Court’s (SC) final ruling, denying all motions for reconsideration filed by CJH Development Corp. (CJH DevCo) and its third-party respondents.
The SC upheld BCDA’s right to recover the 247-hectare property in the John Hay Special Economic Zone.
“The said motions for reconsideration are denied with finality as no substantial arguments were presented to warrant the reversal of the questioned decision…No further pleadings or motions will be entertained,” the SC said in its Oct. 22, 2024 resolution.
The Clerk of Court issued an entry of judgment on the same date, certifying that the April 3, 2024 decision was officially recorded. The decision reversed the July 30, 2015 ruling of the Court of Appeals and reinstated the March 27, 2015 order of Branch 6, Regional Trial Court of Baguio City in Civil Case No. 7561-R.
It also reaffirmed the 2015 arbitral award, reinstating the writ of execution and notice to vacate, requiring CJH DevCo and its claimants to leave the leased premises in Camp John Hay.
“This unanimous Supreme Court decision, now final and executory, marks a significant victory for BCDA, securing its position over the disputed property,” BCDA said.
BCDA assured the public that business operations in Camp John Hay would continue uninterrupted, and it is working closely with stakeholders to ensure a smooth transition.
