The third strategic theme under the Governance Framework: Duterte Administration 2016-2022 is Permanent and Lasting Peace, reinforced by significantly improved welfare through housing, particularly for the marginalized and the impoverished. Despite the increasing demand for decent housing, the level of production as well as the budget allocation for residential projects and related services continue to be inadequate. This is partly reflected in the continuing housing backlog problem and in the increasing prices of housing units over the years.