The Malabon City Government officially broke ground for a new socialized housing project along Guyabano Street in Barangay Potrero on Monday, April 14, marking another step in its commitment to providing safer and more dignified homes for around 200 Malabueño families.

Malabon City Mayor Jeannie Sandoval, Rep. Ricky Sandoval, City Administrator Dr. Alexander Rosete, and city councilors lead the groundbreaking for the two new mid-rise housing projects of the city government along Guyabano St., Barangay Potrero, Malabon City, on Monday, April 14 (Photo by Jhoana Mae Delfin/Manila Bulletin)

According to the city’s Public Information Office (PIO), the mid-rise development is part of Mayor Jeannie Sandoval’s broader housing program aimed at uplifting the quality of life of local residents, particularly those in need.

Sandoval underscored the importance of the initiative by saying that decent housing is a basic right and a key part of her administration’s agenda.

"Isang proyektong pabahay muli ang ating sisimulan upang makapagbigay ng maayos na bubong para sa mga pamilyang Malabueño. Ito po ay bahagi ng ating mga plano para sa kaligtasan at kapakanan ng mga Malabueño. Alam po natin na ang magkaroon ng sariling bahay ay pangarap ng ating mga kapwa mamamayan. Kaya atin pong sinisikap na makagawa ng mga proyekto para sa inyo. Sa Malabon, may katuparan ang mga pangarap, may pag-asa (We are starting another housing project to provide proper shelter for Malabueño families. This is part of our plans for the safety and welfare of Malabueños. We know that having one's own home is a dream for our fellow citizens. That’s why we strive to create projects such as this for you. In Malabon, dreams do come true and there is hope.)," she said.

The City Housing and Urban Development Department (CHUDD) said the project was initiated under City Ordinance No. 05-2025, which declares the site under the city’s Socialized Housing and Land-for-the-Landless Program.

It is intended for informal settler families and low-income residents, aligning with the city’s broader vision of urban revitalization, inclusive development, and sustainable community growth.

The Engineering Department said that each of the two buildings will feature a total floor area of 4,066.5 square meters and contain 100 units, each measuring 24 square meters.

The ground floor of each building will include leasable spaces, a reception lobby, administrative and security offices, a Materials Recovery Facility (MRF), and common restrooms.

The groundbreaking ceremony took place as construction continues on another 11-story mid-rise housing project in Barangay Tinajeros.

"Ang mga proyektong ito ay hindi lamang magbibigay ng maayos at ligtas na mga bubong para sa ating mga kababayang Malabueño. Magkakaroon din sila ng access sa mga pasilidad na nakatuon sa kanilang mga pangangailangan (These projects will not only provide decent and safe homes for our fellow Malabueños, but they will also have access to facilities tailored to their needs)," City Administrator Dr. Alexander Rosete said.

Since 2024, the CHUDD has launched an Online Housing Application platform that has already received over 23,000 pre-registrations.

A total of 727 families have been relocated to the St. Gregory Homes project in Barangay Pangulo, and around 700 more have received Certificates of Entitlement for Lot Allocation (CELA). (Jhoana Mae Delfin)