State-run Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) said Wednesday it signed new lease agreements with several sub-lessees of CJH Development Corp. (CJHDevCo) for properties in Forest Estates, Country Homes, Golf Estates and Forest Cabins within Camp John Hay in Baguio City.
This was after the Supreme Court granted BCDA the authority to recover the Camp John Hay.
BCDA president and chief executive Joshua Bingcang emphasized the agency’s commitment to ensuring a smooth transition.
“We want to assure all stakeholders that BCDA is here to help facilitate the transition of management at Camp John Hay. Our focus now is to create a future that benefits everyone. With the support of our private partners and the Baguio City Government, we are dedicated to enhancing facilities and services, safeguarding the natural environment, creating job opportunities, and empowering the local community,” Bingcang said.
BCDA said it finalized over 40 new residential lease agreements with sub-lessees of CJHDevCo.
The agency is also in discussions with other stakeholders to finalize new terms for their residential leases in the area.
As part of the broader plan for Camp John Hay, BCDA said it would review the area’s over 25-year comprehensive master plan to align it with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The aim is to model the development of Camp John Hay on the successes of Bonifacio Global City in Taguig and New Clark City in Tarlac.
“This is a pivotal moment for Camp John Hay, and we invite everyone to be part of its exciting future as we work together to realize its full potential,” Bingcang said.
BCDA said it plans to generate socioeconomic opportunities for the local community while contributing more to national revenue by implementing key infrastructure projects and attracting high-impact investments.