MANILA, Philippines - The recent devastation caused by tropical storm Ondoy should serve as a wake-up call to all sectors of society, including the real estate industry in its mission of providing well-planned communities for Filipino families.
The residential cities of Pasig, Marikina and Cainta particularly bore the brunt of the storm, its roads and subdivisions flooded to unimaginable levels and resulting in the loss of lives and properties.
While it is easy to put the blame on climate change, poorly-planned and clogged sewage systems and other probable causes of the flashfloods, developers should take it upon themselves to adopt a proactive stance when planning their projects.
Among these reliable developers is DMCI Homes, whose project located in Pasig, East Raya Gardens, was spared from severe flooding within its project site. A medium-density development sprawled on a 2.9-hectare prime property along Mercedes Avenue, its good location was able to withstand the deluge of rising floodwaters.
This form of resilience can be attributed to the comprehensive project planning conducted by DMCI Homes – the country’s first triple A builder/ developer with a wealth of experience spanning more than 50 years in the construction and development industry.
Building its reputation in the construction of landmarks, bridges, roads, and other renowned structures, DMCI has since spawned an affiliate company, DMCI Homes in 1999, to expand the company’s vision of serving the Filipino people.
Backed by its mother company’s untarnished track record in constructing landmarks, DMCI Homes carved its own niche in the industry by creating residential communities for the underserved market of families and young professionals with modest income. With each new project, careful planning is ensured for the safety and security of its residents through first-rate building provisions such as roving security, electrified perimeter fence, fire alarm and fire hose cabinets along corridors, and strategic fire exits.
For more information on East Raya Gardens and other DMCI Homes projects, call 888-3333/324-8888 or visit the website: www.dmcihomes.com.