SEC. 5. Grace Period.-The owner, administrator or occupant of buildings or structures existing at the time of the effectivity of the Fire Code is given two (2) years to comply with the provisions thereof on fire safety constructions and on protective and warning systems. However, the Director General of the Integrated National Police may prescribe a shorter period depending upon the degree of hazerd to be corrected and the cost and extent of the work to be done.
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CitationPD 1185 (Fire Code of the Philippines) Section 5 (LawPlayer, data as of July 4, 2026)
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