OUR OFFICE
The Municipal Treasurer’s Office is responsible in collecting all kinds of taxes, provides services according to the needs of clients. It is considered as bread and butter of the Municipality.
MISSION
To maintain an effective revenue generation program, take custody and exercise proper management of Local Government Funds, to ensure an effective and efficient disposition of government monies and to deliver quality treasury service.
VISION
As the finance machinery of the Local Government, we envision to be responsive to the financial requirements of various local government unit programs, projects, taxes equitably collect and properly channeled to sustain an economically progressive Laua-an.
OUR SERVICE OFFERED:
BUSINESS PERMIT AND LICENSING SERVICES/PROCESS
ABOUT THE SERVICE: APPLYING/RENEWING A BUSINESS PERMIT
ALL ENTERPRISES are required to secure a Business License and Mayor’s Permit, and pay Business taxes before the start of commercial operations.
The license must be renewed from January 1 to 20 every year. Penalties are imposed after this period. Business taxes for new enterprises are based on capitalization, while those renewing their permits in succeeding years, are computed as a percentage of gross receipts/sales and payments can be made annually.
To process new applications, it takes a maximum of Three (3) days to process. This includes the requisite inspections and clearances from various offices and government agencies.
RENEWAL of Licenses may take a maximum of One (1) day depending on the results of verification made by a Business Permit and Licensing Officer. Verification determines whether an applicant has secured clearances from various offices (barangay, building, zoning, fire, sanitary and medical).
REQUIREMENT(s):
- Community Tax Certificate
- Barangay Business Clearance
- Sanitary Permit
- Medical Certificate
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR NEW APPLICANT:
- Department of Trade and Industries Business Name Registration (for Sole Proprietorships)
- Securities and Exchange Commission Certificate and Articles of Incorporation (if Incorporated)
- Cooperative Development Authority Registration (for Cooperatives)
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR RENEWALS:
- Prior Year Print-out or Mayor’s Permit
- Sworn Statement of Gross Receipt
- Environmental Compliance Certificate
- Certificate of Compliance from DOE (Gasoline Stations)
TAXES AND FEES
Business Tax | Based on type of Businesses; On capitalization (new enterprise) Annual gross receipts (existing enterprises) |
Mayor’s Permit Fee | Based on capitalization (new enterprise) On gross receipts (existing enterprises) |
Medical/Health Certificate Sanitary Permit Police Clearance Mayor’s Clearance Zoning fee | PhP 50.00 PhP 50.00 Php 50.00 Php 50.00 Php 50.00 |
HOW TO AVAIL OF THE SERVICE/BUSINESS PERMITTING PROCESS:
FOLLOW THESE STEPS | DURATION | PERSON-IN-CHARGE |
1. For online registration, applicants/business owners register at LGU’s Website/eBPLS. Upload required documents, submit and monitor application and view Tax Order of Payments (TOP). For walk in registration, applicants/business owners, submit complete requirements to BPLO for review, verification and endorsement to the endorsing offices (OBO, BFP, Sanitary and other concerned office) | 20 minutes | Filame B. Dalumpines RCC 1/BPLO-Designate |
2. Over the counter payments, proceed to Treasurer’s Office for payment of business taxes, Fees and other charges ( window 1,2,3 or 4) Payment for Fire Safety Inspection Certificate proceed to BFP Station. | 5 minutes | Revenue Collection Clerk BFP Personnel |
3. Releasing of Business Permits | 2 minutes | Filame B. Dalumpines RCC I/BPLO Designate |
APPLYING/RENEWING A TRICYCLE FOR HIRE FRANCHISE AND THE DRIVING OR OPERATION
ABOUT THE SERVICE
PER MUNICIPAL ORDINANCE NO. 01 series of 2009, Article I, Section 1, it is declared unlawful for Tricycles for Hire to Operate within the geographical jurisdiction of Laua-an, Antique if said vehicles are unregistered, unlicensed or without approved franchise.
The Tricycle for Hire Franchise shall be valid for a period of One (1) year. Failure to renew shall cause a penalty of Two Percent (2%) per month and Twenty Five Percent (25%) surcharge.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Application Form for Franchise
- LATODA Certification
- Photocopy of OR-CR
- Photocopy of Voter’s ID
- Community Tax Certificate
- Police Clearance
- Barangay Clearance
- Mayor’s Clearance
TAXES AND FEES | AMOUNT |
Registration Fee Franchise Fee Municipal License Fee Permit Fee of Operator/Proprietor Permit Fee of Driver Sticker Subscription Fee TOTAL | PhP 100.00 Php 150.00 Php 50.00 Php 200.00 Php 100.00 Php 100.00 Php 50.00 Php 750.00 |
HOW TO AVAIL OF THE SERVICE:
FOLLOW THESE STEPS | DURATION | PERSON-IN-CHARGE |
1. Secure and Submit Application Form Secure Application Form from BPLO. Accomplish the form and submit requirements. FOR NEW APPLICANT proceed to SB Office and submit the complete requirements. | 10 minutes | Filame B. Dalumpines RCC 1/BPLO-Designate SB Secretary Norelyn D. Damaso LLSA 1 |
2. Proceed to PNP Station for Inspection and Verification | 10 minutes | PNP Personnel |
3. Assessment of Fees and Charges, Approval of MTOP Application | 5 minutes | Filame B. Dalumpines RCC I/BPLO Designate |
4. Payment Proceed to Window 1,2,3 or 4 and pay the taxes appearing in the assessment form | 5 minutes | Revenue Collection Clerk |
5. Issuance of MTOP and Franchise | 5 minutes | Filame B. Dalumpines RCC I/BPLO Designate |
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