The Office of the City Building Official (Ocbo) in Davao City has issued a directive requiring all owners and administrators of red- and yellow-tagged structures to comply with safety requirements and complete necessary repairs before re-occupancy is permitted. This measure aims to ensure public safety following recent seismic activity.
Red-Tagged Buildings: Strict Prohibition on Occupancy
Red-tagged buildings are strictly prohibited from being occupied, as inspections have revealed severe structural damage that renders them unsafe. Ocbo emphasized that a comprehensive structural assessment is mandatory, and all required repairs must be completed before any structure can be reoccupied. As of June 9, 2026, the following buildings are red-tagged:
- Teleperformance (part of SM City Davao) – whole level
- VXI office (part of SM City Davao) – whole level
- Linmarr Towers – whole building
- Bangkal dormitory – entire premises
- EastWest (AC Premium) – right-side pathway where air condensers were installed
- Vivaldi Residences Davao – building perimeter due to possible falling debris
- Madayaw Residences (NHA-11 Building 85) – whole building
Yellow-Tagged Buildings: Limited Access Subject to Approval
Yellow-tagged buildings exhibit moderate structural or non-structural damage and may allow only limited access in restricted areas, subject to Ocbo approval. Full re-occupancy requires completion of repairs and compliance with safety conditions. The following structures are yellow-tagged:
- Magallanes Residences (Barcelona) – hallways
- Magallanes Residences (Valencia) – hallways
- Felcris Centrale – fire exits 2 and 3 (falling hazard)
- Verdon Parc (Belvedere) – whole building
- Alorica – all production floors denied access for inspection
- NCCC Buhangin – portions of Davao Famous interior facade and Tap and Play
- SSS Medical Building – along the rear wall
- Abreeza Mall – along H&M fronting Fully Booked
- Pinnacle Hotel and Suites – left, right, and rear sides
- Avida Towers – portions of podium area and front facade (possible falling debris)
- Gaisano Mall of Davao – Sta. Ana Exit Parking near walls and portions of The Peak
- BPI (AC Premium) – along walls where falling debris occurred
- The Paragon Davao – exterior rear side
- AC Premium – left-wing pathway near back side of EastWest Bank only
- Palmetto Place (Building 2) – portions of hallways and walls with falling debris signs
- Palmetto Place (Building 3) – portions of hallways and walls with falling debris signs
- United Davao Specialists Hospital and Medical Center – fire exit ramp and electrical building
- Madayaw Residences (NHA-11, Building A4) – portions where falling debris and collapsed wall observed
- Madayaw Residences (NHA-11, Building B10) – portions where falling debris occurred
- Madayaw Residences (NHA-11, Building A5) – portions where falling debris occurred
- Coffee Bar (Gmall Toril) – portions with falling debris and ceiling collapse
- Gaisano Grand Citygate – third floor with partially collapsed ceiling panels and driveway facing Mandug Road (falling hazard)
Ocbo will issue green tags to buildings previously marked yellow or red once repairs and rehabilitation work are completed. The tagging system helps prioritize structural inspections, especially after a destructive earthquake, by quickly identifying buildings requiring urgent assessment.
Ocbo Urges Reporting and Compliance
Architect Khashayar L. Toghyani, Ocbo officer-in-charge, urged building owners and the public to immediately report any structural damage after an earthquake so the office can respond quickly. In a radio interview on Davao City Disaster Radio, he emphasized the importance of addressing even minor damage to prevent worsening conditions. He advised building owners to have their structures assessed by a structural engineer if cracks or other damage appear and to submit the report to Ocbo indicating whether the building is safe for occupancy. If owners lack access to engineers, they may report directly to Ocbo for assessment. Toghyani also warned against unauthorized statements citing Ocbo without official documentation, stating that individuals may issue their own assessments but should not attribute them to Ocbo unless formally verified.
Government Buildings Cleared
City Information Office head Harvey Lanticse confirmed that all government offices have been cleared as safe for occupancy, with no recorded structural damage, allowing local government employees to return to on-site work.
Building Owners Respond
Several building owners have assured the public they will comply with Ocbo requirements. Verdon Parc management stated that its Belvedere building was yellow-tagged after Ocbo and the Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers found only non-structural damage requiring repairs. The management committed to keeping residents informed and is coordinating with authorities and technical experts. Vivaldi Residences Davao, one of the city’s tallest buildings and initially red-tagged, reported that its structural engineering consultant found the building to be structurally sound. Cleaning, repair, and restoration works are ongoing to allow residents to safely return.
The magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck Maasim, Sarangani, on June 8, 2026, affecting parts of Mindanao and causing fatalities and property damage.
