BIZ BUZZ: More legal battles rock Camp John Hay

Camp John Hay in Baguio City remains a veritable hotspot of tense legal battles, once again overshadowing its usual serene mountain charm.

At least six lawsuits have been filed by Korean nationals against Camp John Hay Development Corp. (CJHDevCo), seeking compensation over sublease deals that had been voided after the company’s original lease with the government was nullified.

All six civil complaints were filed between June 9 and 10 before the Regional Trial Court of Baguio City.

The plaintiffs are demanding damages and the issuance of a writ of preliminary attachment or garnishment related to their lease agreements with CJHDevCo at Forest Lodge within Camp John Hay.

Bottom line, the petitioners want serious damages and a court order to freeze CJHDevCo’s assets tied to those disputed sublease deals at Forest Lodge.

They want to make sure the company can’t make a move on those properties until the court settles the score.

The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA), which oversees the property, acknowledged the legal actions and expressed its commitment to a lawful, transparent, and compassionate transition for all stakeholders involved.

The BCDA is coordinating with relevant government agencies to assist affected parties, including foreign retirees, by providing translation support and one-on-one consultations to clarify their options for mutually beneficial and legally compliant lease arrangements.

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“We take the concerns raised by affected members of the Korean community seriously,” BCDA said in a statement.

“Valid lease agreements will be honored, provided they comply with Philippine laws and the final and executory decision of the Supreme Court.”

The BCDA are also encouraging those affected to reach out to its help desk for assistance via email at cjhhelpdesk@bcda.gov.ph or by phone at (+63) 962 534 9397 or (+63) 954 976 8295.

As this legal dispute unfolds, all eyes remain on Camp John Hay, a once peaceful mountain retreat which is now the stage for high-stakes property conflicts.