By Maria Asumpta Estefanie C. Reyes
NEW CLARK CITY, Tarlac (PIA) — Affordable housing units are set to rise in New Clark City as part of the national government’s efforts to address the country’s housing backlog through the Pambansang Pabahay para sa Pilipino Housing (4PH) program.
The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA), in partnership with the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD), recently launched the New Clark City Affordable Housing Project, to be developed by the consortium of Sta. Clara International Corporation and South Korea-based Saekyung Unitless Co.
Located in Capas, Tarlac, the initial phase of the project will deliver 840 housing units.
These will form part of a master planned 5.84-hectare community that is expected to offer over 3,400 residential units, including mid-rise buildings for affordable housing.
According to BCDA, the project supports the Marcos administration’s target of building one million housing units annually.
It also aligns with BCDA’s mandate to build smart, sustainable cities that generate long-term social and economic value.
“This housing project is a testament to the bold vision of President Marcos Jr., brought to life through 4PH. It tells every Filipino family: you deserve more than shelter. You deserve a home—a place of dignity, stability, and hope,” BCDA President and CEO Joshua Bingcang said.
The development will also integrate green parks, community spaces, retail zones, and sports and recreation facilities.
It is designed to provide future residents with access to nearby national institutions and job hubs.
Notably, the community will also serve as a potential housing site for uniformed personnel, allowing them to live closer to their place of duty.
“This is a real and tangible step forward in our collective pursuit of a new Philippines–Bagong Pilipinas–where housing is a right, not a privilege; where communities are safe, sustainable and inclusive; and where every Filipino can dream of owning a home and actually be able to achieve ownership,” DHSUD Undersecretary for Freeport Economic Zones Emmanuel Pineda stated.
The project is strategically located within New Clark City and benefits from major infrastructure developments such as the New Clark City–MacArthur Highway Connector Road and Connecting Road Package 2.
These roads link the area to key government facilities, including the Virology and Vaccine Institute of the Philippines, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas complex, and the National Academy of Sports.
BCDA noted that New Clark City has already attracted P274.53 billion in pledged investments from locators, including Filinvest Land, Hann Development, and the StB Giga Factory.
These are expected to generate more than 150,000 jobs.
Consistent with the vision of New Clark City as a climate-resilient and people-first metropolis, the housing complex will feature modern utilities, stormwater drainage systems, fire protection infrastructure, and open green spaces.
Employment during both construction and operations will prioritize local hires from Capas and neighboring towns.
“This groundbreaking ceremony marks the first step towards the change needed to bring the Filipino dream to life. With this project, we are building hope, we are empowering Filipinos, and we are bringing a lasting impact that will ripple for generations to come,” BCDA Chairperson Larry Paredes emphasized.
The New Clark City Affordable Housing Project is set to begin vertical construction by late 2025, with the first units expected to be turned over within two years. (CLJD/MAECR, PIA Region 3-Tarlac)
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