Section 14. Bureau of Land Development - Administrative Code of 1987

(1) Draw up plans and programs of land surveys and determine which land survey projects can be done by administration or by contract;

(2) Develop and prescribe procedures and techniques on land surveys in accordance with approved standards;

(3) Develop plans and programs, guidelines, procedures and techniques for soil surveys and classification and for complete aerial photogrammetry;

(4) Analyze and compile soil data and survey reports essential for the production of soil maps and identify particular areas for soil research;

(5) Develop land use patterns, procedures and compile adequate maps for proper land use;

(6) Draw up plans, programs and designs for agricultural development under the scheme of land consolidation;

(7) Formulate policies, guidelines and procedures for the regulation of conversion of private agricultural lands to non-agricultural use, in accordance with the provisions of existing laws, as amended, and other related issuances;

(8) Establish a schedule of priorities in the construction of houses, waterworks, irrigations systems and other community facilities;

(9) Formulate policies and guidelines in the procurement, maintenance or rehabilitation of agricultural machinery and equipment, and review, and evaluate plans, programs, specifications, and cost estimates of land development projects;

(10) Provide functional and technical assistance on the implementation of land development;

(11) Monitor and evaluate activities of field offices on land development; and

(12) Perform such other functions as may be provided by law.