The city government of Davao has issued an advisory requiring owners to register their bicycles and light mobility vehicles.
This conforms to Ordinance No 0782-21, Series of 2012 or an Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 0334-12, series of 2012, otherwise known as the “Comprehensive Transport and Traffic Code of Davao City” in conformity with the Amended Bicycle and Light Mobility Vehicle Ordinance of Davao City”
For documentary requirements, bicycle owners must bring accomplished registration form, official receipt of bicycle/ light mobility vehicle purchase or Affidavit of Ownership, barangay clearance, compliance to minimum safety requirements.
All requirements must be submitted to the barangay where the rider resides.
After issued with an Order of Payment, rider/owner must pay P25 to any near City Treasurer’s Office (CTO).
Meanwhile, riders/owners are also advised to wear helmet and reflectors or other warning and ensure that their bicycles have bell or horn, and working brakes.
The backpack; basket or carrier; or trailer attached to the bike must not exceed 80cm in width.
Cyclists are also advised that when riding at night, a bicycle shall be equipped with additional protective equipment such as blinkers and lights.
Last year, then councilor Mabel Sunga Acosta has proposed “The Amended Bicycle and Light Mobility Vehicle Ordinance of Davao City,” which was passed on third and final reading on July 27, 2021.
