NAGA COLLEGE FOUNDATION, Inc

MT Villanueva, Naga City

GRADUAE STUDIES

Name: ALDRIN E. ALFON Course: MAEd-AS 1A

Professor: Dr. Noel Balares

There are several ways to dispose of or condemn school properties:

1. Auction: Hold public auctions to sell off items like desks, chairs, and equipment that are still
in usable condition but no longer needed by the school.
2. Donations: Offer items to other schools or educational institutions in need. This could include
textbooks, sports equipment, or furniture.
3. Recycling: For items that cannot be reused, explore recycling options. This is particularly
applicable to electronic equipment, such as computers and printers.
4. Transfer to Government: Some items may be transferred to government agencies or
departments that could make use of them, such as local community centers or government
offices.
5. Scrap: For materials that have no further use, consider selling them as scrap metal or
recycling them for their raw materials.
6. Demolition: In the case of condemned buildings, arrange for demolition and proper disposal
of materials according to environmental regulations.
7. Sale to Developers: If the school property itself is being condemned, consider selling it to
developers for redevelopment, subject to zoning and planning regulations.
8. Environmental Cleanup: Ensure proper disposal of any hazardous materials, following
environmental regulations and guidelines. By employing these methods, schools can efficiently
dispose of or condemn properties while also being environmentally conscious and potentially
recouping some value from the assets.

The legal basis for disposing of or condemning school properties varies depending on the
jurisdiction, but generally includes adherence to local, state, and federal laws governing public
property disposal, education, and environmental regulations.
1. State Laws: Each state typically has its own statutes and regulations regarding the disposal of
public property, including schools. These laws may outline procedures for surplus property
disposal, auction processes, and requirements for obtaining approval from relevant authorities.
2. Education Codes: Education codes often address the management and disposal of school
assets, providing guidelines on how school districts should handle surplus property and
condemned facilities.
3. Environmental Regulations: Schools must comply with environmental laws when disposing
of hazardous materials or demolishing buildings. This may involve obtaining permits,
conducting environmental assessments, and ensuring proper disposal methods to prevent
environmental harm.
4. Public Auction Laws: If schools opt to auction surplus assets, they must follow laws
governing public auctions, including advertising requirements, bidding procedures, and
transparency to ensure fair and lawful transactions.
5. Zoning and Land Use Regulations: When considering the condemnation of school properties
or redevelopment of land, schools must navigate zoning ordinances and land use regulations to
ensure compliance with permitted land uses and development plans. By adhering to these legal
frameworks, schools can dispose of or condemn properties in a manner that is lawful,
transparent, and environmentally responsible.

Notes on Condemnation and Demolition of School Buildings

 NAGA COLLEGE FOUNDATION, Inc
MT Villanueva, Naga City
GRADUAE STUDIES

A school building which has become unsuitable, dilapidated and whose repair will cost 50% or
more than the cost of the new building to replace it, should be recommended for condemnation
or demolition.
Provisions:

 The school head reports the unserviceable building to be condemned by accomplishing

General Form No. 17-(A) in seven (7) copies and submitting it to the SDS.
 The SDS sends a team to check and verify the condition of the building. The team shall
be composed of the representatives of the Superintendent, City or Municipal Engineer
and the COA as witness.
 After checking and verification, the team submits to the SDS its findings and
recommendation/s.
 Authority to demolish shall be served by the school official concerned to the office of the
City/Municipal engineer before undertaking the demolition.
 The demolition work shall be witness by the team who shall submit a report thereon.
 Usable materials from the demolished buildings shall be sold through public auction if it
is not requested by the school for retention to be used specifically for the improvement of
existing school structure like fences, nurseries, covered walk and the like.