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Naga hopeful for business recovery post-floods

By Jessica Madrid


THE increasing applications for new business permits indicate that enterprises are recovering from the recent damage caused by consecutive typhoons in the Bicol region, city officials said.


City Treasurer Maricor Gayanilo said that the processing of new business permits is likely to significantly increase, despite the impact of the floods on the sales of local establishments.


Gayanilo believes that the series of typhoons that struck in the last quarter of 2024 were not enough to significantly impact business establishments in Naga City.


“Only the sales in October and November were affected by the typhoons. Our records show that the number of business establishments securing permits tends to increase from January to October,” she stated.


Additionally, many businesses in Naga City have taken steps to make themselves typhoon-resistant.


“Not all businesses sustained damage,” she noted. “The majority have remained operational and are even experiencing growth.”


Last year, over 9,000 businesses renewed their permits. I hope this year’s numbers rise, boosting the city’s income from administrative fees.


The processing of new business permits is facilitated through the “Business One-Stop Shop” (BOSS) system.


This system provides centralized access to various government agencies involved in the registration process, such as the Bureau of Fire Protection, allowing the entire process to be completed in as little as 5 to 30 minutes.


Representatives from the city’s 27 barangays gather at the Naga City People’s Hall to issue the Barangay Business Clearance, which is a requirement for renewing or securing business permits.


The process is straightforward and consists of three easy steps:


Submit Required Documents. These include BIR Form 1710Q and 2551M for individuals or BIR Form 1710Q and 1702 for corporations/partnerships, along with the Barangay Clearance, Sanitary Permit, Fire Safety Inspection Certificate, and any other documents depending on the nature of the business.


Payment. Complete the payment process associated with the application.


Claim-related documents. Collect all necessary documents, such as the Business Plate/Sticker/Delivery Van Sticker, Fire Inspection Safety Certificate, Sanitary Permit, and Mayor’s Permit at the designated releasing area.


This efficient approach simplifies compliance with regulations and permits.


Claire Camacho Aliniante, the owner of Nethlaine Aesthetic and Wellness Clinic in Barangay San Felipe, Naga City, was the first taxpayer to complete the process and obtain her mayor’s permit on the opening day of BOSS.


“Every year, I renew my business permit early to avoid any hassle and to have peace of mind in January,” she said. (PIA5/Camarines Sur)


Claire Camacho Aliniante (2nd from right), owner of Nethlaine Aesthetic and Wellness Clinic located in Brgy. San Felipe, Naga City was the first taxpayer to finish the process and secure her Mayor’s Permit on the opening of BOSS 2025. She received a souvenir cap, as a token from Mayor Nelson Legacion (3rd from right) and City Treasurer Maricor Gayonilo (right). (JRM-PIA5/Camarines Sur)
Claire Camacho Aliniante (2nd from right), owner of Nethlaine Aesthetic and Wellness Clinic located in Brgy. San Felipe, Naga City was the first taxpayer to finish the process and secure her Mayor’s Permit on the opening of BOSS 2025. She received a souvenir cap, as a token from Mayor Nelson Legacion (3rd from right) and City Treasurer Maricor Gayonilo (right). (JRM-PIA5/Camarines Sur)

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