Senator Cynthia Villar challenged the Department of Human Settlements’ focus on condominiums under the 4PH housing program, arguing they are unaffordable for the poor and suggesting land distribution instead. Senator Risa Hontiveros defended the approach, noting government subsidies make condo housing feasible. Despite progress, Villar questioned prioritizing condos over affordable land, advocating for a model that aligns with past successful land amortization programs.
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