Local Economic Development and Investment Promotions Office

CONTACT INFORMATION

Local Economic Development and Investment Promotions Office

LEDIPO
6th Floor, LEDIPO Office, East Wing, High Rise Building, Quezon City Hall Complex, Quezon City
8988-4242 Local 1505, 1506, 1507
LEDIPO@quezoncity.gov.ph
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Office Hours
Monday to Friday
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

ABOUT US

Description

The Local Economic Development and Investment Promotions Office (LEDIPO) drives Quezon City’s pro-business initiatives, ensuring a dynamic and investor-friendly environment. As the implementing arm of the Quezon City Economic Development Incentives Code, LEDIPO is the focal officer for local economic development and plays a key role in streamlining investment policies, offering strategic incentives, and facilitating sustainable economic growth for medium to large enterprises.

Through the Quezon City Investment Priorities Plan (IPP), LEDIPO aligns local development goals with national economic strategies, attracting businesses, fostering innovation, and supporting medium to large enterprises. LEDIPO specializes in addressing the growing demand for support from the business sector and is in charge of the facilitation, preparation, coordination, and execution of local economic development and investment promotion policies, programs, projects, and activities (Source: CC, 2022, SP-3301 S-2024).

Mission

To make Quezon City the preferred business destination, generate employment across more businesses, and develop growth hubs through policies and programs strategically designed to drive inclusive and sustainable progress in the local business sector.

Vision

LEDIPO envisions Quezon City as a premier destination for international and local investors and enterprises, run by business-oriented policies, guided by good governance that drives sustainability and inclusive growth.

Legal Bases

City Ordinance No. SP-2219, S-2013 Entitled “An Ordinance Adopting The Economic Development Incentives Code Of Quezon City”
City Ordinance No. SP-3301, S-2024, Entitled “An Ordinance Establishing the Quezon City Local Economic Development and Investment Promotions Office, Amending Articles Nos. III, IV, and V, Book 1 of Ordinance No. SP 2219 Series of 2013”

Service Pledge

To promote and market the city as an attractive investment and business destination.

To formulate annual and medium-term plans for Medium and Large Enterprises (MLE) development.

To coordinate and monitor policies, programs, and activities relative to MLEs of all national and local government agencies.

Services

INVEST WITH QC: YOUR GUIDE TO FISCAL INCENTIVES FOR MEDIUM AND LARGE ENTERPRISES

Quezon City’s Revised Economic Development Incentives Code is designed to reward bold businesses. If you’re looking to expand, relocate, or strengthen your operations, QC offers tax breaks, cost savings, and priority support designed to help you grow while contributing to the country’s largest urban economy.

Let our Investment Managers guide you with your application. Email or call:
📧 investmentservices.ledipo@quezoncity.gov.ph
☎️ (02) 8988-4242 locals 1505, 1506, 1507

WHY INVEST IN QUEZON CITY?

Up to 10 years of tax incentives, depending on your business category
Tap into QC’s 3.2M-strong consumer base and skilled workforce
Operate in the biggest city in the Philippines, with access to major transport and infrastructure projects
Be recognized as a key partner in building QC’s inclusive, sustainable economy

WHO CAN APPLY? (Eligibility)

Medium and Large Enterprises (MLEs) with assets above Php 15 million (excluding land value) may qualify under any of these categories:
1. New Businesses – established, created, and registered in QC within the last 12 months
2. Business Expansions – planning to expand in QC or existing QC-registered businesses opening a new branch/location within the city
3. Principal Office Relocations – moving your headquarters from another city to QC, and having at least Php 1 billion gross sales of interest income
4. Loyal Businesses – Companies with headquarters in QC for 15+ years

REQUIREMENTS

Standard Documents:

Application Form (through the Investors’ Portal)
Business Permit
Business Model (Project Study/Report showing financial projections, particularly on the income statement)
Certification of Tax Incentives from any National Government Agencies, if applicable
Proof of Authority of Representative:
- Company ID of the Authorized Representative with 3 specimen signatures
- Government-issued ID of the Authorized Representative with 3 specimen signatures

*see accepted IDs below

For Sole Proprietorship/Partnership: (if representative) Special Power of Attorney
For Corporation: Secretary’s Certificate, certifying that a Board Resolution has been issued authorizing the designated officer to sign, apply for, and submit requirements on behalf of the applicant’s enterprise, if applicable

Category Documents:

For New Businesses and Business Expansions
- Transfer Certificate of Title (TCT) and a Tax Declaration of Real Property, if the registered land is owned
- Building Permit, Occupancy Permit, and a Real Property Tax Declaration of Real Property, if the newly constructed building is owned
- Affidavit of Undertaking

For Principal Office Relocations
- Business Permit from other city or LGU
- Audited Financial Statements of the previous taxable year
- SEC Amendment Form (proof of submission to the SEC of the Amendment of Articles of Incorporation)
- Deed of Undertaking

For Loyal Businesses
- Audited Financial Statements of the previous taxable year
- SEC General Information Sheet (GIS)
- Affidavit of Undertaking

Note: The documents listed above are basic requirements. Additional documents may be required during the application process, depending on the type of incentives.

PROCESS:

Register online via QC E-Services

*You must create a QC E-Services Account using a valid email https://quezoncity.gov.ph/qcitizen-guides/e-services-guide/)

Click on “Investor Portal” and proceed to SIGN UP
Select your incentives package and input your Mayor’s Permit number and business name
Complete the e-application form and upload documents
Submit for initial screening (You will receive an email confirmation)
Wait for your evaluation (Status updates will be sent via email)

REMINDERS:

Your application will be evaluated, and you will be notified via email regarding the status of your application.
List of valid IDs accepted:
- Philippine Passport
- Driver’s License – Land Transportation Office (LTO)
- Tax Identification Number (TIN) – Bureau of Internal Revenue
- National ID – Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)
- PhilHealth ID – Philippine Health Insurance Office (Philhealth)
- Postal ID – PHLPost Office
- Senior Citizen ID – Office of Senior Citizen Affairs (OSCA)
- SSS ID or SSS UMID Card – Social Security System (SSS)
- GSIS ID or GSIS UMID Card – Government Service Insurance System (GSIS)
- PRC ID – Professional Regulatory Commission (PRC)
- OWWA ID – Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA)
- iDOLE Card – Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE)
- Voters ID – Commission on Election (COMELEC)
- Persons with Disabilities (PWD) ID – Local Government Unit
- Integrated Bar of the Philippines ID – Integrated Bar of the Philippines

OUR BUSINESS-FRIENDLY ASSURANCE

✅ Transparent process
✅ Digital-first applications
✅ Dedicated investment team support

INNOVATE WITH QC: JOIN STARTUP QC – THE PHILIPPINES’ FIRST AND LARGEST LOCAL GOVERNMENT-LED STARTUP PROGRAM!

APPLICATIONS FOR THE STUDENT BUSINESS PLAN COMPETITION WILL OPEN IN NOVEMBER 2025, CHECK OUT @STARTUPQC SOCIAL MEDIA FOR UPDATES!

Startup QC opens its doors annually to aspiring entrepreneurs through two tracks: a Student Business Plan Competition and a Professional Startup Category.

Apply via the Quezon City E-Services portal. Log in and select the Startup QC Program to begin your application.

For application schedules and official announcements, follow the Startup QC Program on social media.

Note: Only Quezon City ID holders are eligible to apply for the Program.

COLLABORATE WITH QC: PARTNER WITH QUEZON CITY IN BUILDING A BETTER FUTURE

Quezon City welcomes partners and donors to support projects aligned with the City’s Investment Priority Plan, which advances:

Social inclusion and equity
Environmental sustainability
Economic development and inclusive growth
Smart and resilient cities

Individuals or organizations interested in contributing may submit a Letter of Donation Intent addressed to the Quezon City Local Economic Development and Investment Promotions Office (QC LEDIPO). The proposed beneficiaries, donation mechanisms, and project alignment will be carefully evaluated and communicated for implementation upon receipt.

For inquiries or further details, please email investmentservices.ledipo@quezoncity.gov.ph

WORK WITH QC: COLLABORATE WITH QUEZON CITY THROUGH PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS (PPP)

Quezon City welcomes partners and donors to support projects aligned with the City’s Investment Priority Plan, which advances:

Social inclusion and equity
Environmental sustainability
Economic development and inclusive growth
Smart and resilient cities

For inquiries or further details, please email investmentservices.ledipo@quezoncity.gov.ph

Programs

QC ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT INCENTIVES CODE

The amended Local Economic Development Incentives Code, or the City Ordinance SP-3296, S-2024, encourages the entry, expansion, diversification, and modernization of medium and large enterprises through the provision of incentive packages.

Geared towards the achievement of the City’s socio-economic development goals, the incentives code encourages the inflow of domestic and foreign investments, concurrently promoting collaborative efforts with the private sector. The Quezon City Government approved the new ordinance in September 2024.

New medium and large enterprises with assets worth beginning to Php 15 million and above—excluding land value—can apply for exemptions from business taxes, amusement taxes, franchise taxes, and real property taxes on registered land and newly built buildings in Quezon City.

KEY INCENTIVES OFFERING:

New and Expanding Businesses: New and expanding businesses can avail of standard 2 years tax exemptions on property, business, franchise, and amusement taxes. Another year shall be granted upon evaluation if the applicant belongs to the Investment Priority Plan (IPP).

Principal Office Relocations: Businesses planning to relocate their headquarters to Quezon City may receive situs tax exemptions for up to 10 years upon evaluation.

Loyal Businesses: Businesses that have maintained their principal office in Quezon City for 15 years can receive a 10% discount on their situs tax for all gross sales outside of Quezon City for one year.

QUEZON CITY INVESTMENT PRIORITY SECTORS:

Circular and Sustainable Infrastructure
Creative Economy and Industry
Inclusive Economy
Innovation and Development

To apply, contact LEDIPO through:

ledipo@quezoncity.gov.ph

(8988) 4242 local 1505

6F High Rise Building QC Hall Compound, Diliman, Quezon City

STARTUP QC PROGRAM

Startup QC is a local banner program established under the Quezon City Ordinance SP-3109, S-2022, aimed at fostering entrepreneurship and innovation within the city. This program consists of two main categories: Startup QC Professional Category and Startup QC Student Competition.

StartUp QC Professional Category aims to establish startups and entrepreneurs looking to scale their businesses. It provides resources, mentorship, and funding opportunities to help startups grow and succeed.

The StartUp QC Student Competition is an initiative designed to nurture the entrepreneurial spirit among students. This competition encourages them to develop innovative business ideas and pitch them to a vast audience of the startup ecosystem. It offers valuable learning experiences, networking opportunities, and potential funding for winning projects, inspiring the next generation of young business leaders.

Quezon City Honors Top Young Innovators at Startup QC Student Pitch Day 2025

A pioneering student-led project that transforms recycled plastic into sustainable paving blocks emerged as the grand prize winner at the second edition of the Startup QC Student Competition—a flagship initiative of the Quezon City Government that empowers youth-driven innovation and entrepreneurship.

The winning team from Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU), creators of Plastipave, received a cash prize of Php 100,000 for their eco-conscious solution addressing plastic waste and urban flooding. Their invention seeks to contribute to a greener and more climate-resilient urban infrastructure. (Full article: https://quezoncity.gov.ph/quezon-city-honors-top-young-innovators-at-startup-qc-student-pitch-day-2025/)

Startup QC welcomes fresh batch of innovators to Cohort 4

Quezon City further strengthened its role as a leader in local startup ecosystem development, as Mayor Joy Belmonte and the Startup QC Program Committee announced the nine innovative startups for this year’s Cohort 4.

Following a rigorous evaluation process held on Aug. 15, the committee carefully reviewed and deliberated applications submitted by early-stage startups from diverse sectors. Out of these, nine were identified as standout ventures worthy of endorsement to Mayor Joy Belmonte for further support and recognition under the program.

The nine startups represent a range of industries, including sustainability, information technology, health, and business management solutions. These finalists will join the growing roster of Startup QC awardees who are breaking barriers and building solutions that address real challenges in their communities, while creating pathways for sustainable economic growth. (Full article: https://www.bworldonline.com/sparkup/2025/10/06/702835/startup-qc-welcomes-fresh-batch-of-innovators-to-cohort-4/)

For more information, visit:

https://www.facebook.com/StartUpQuezonCity

Tiktok.com@startup.qc

https://www.linkedin.com/company/startupqc

PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP (PPP) PROJECTS AND INTERDEPARTMENTAL PROJECT COLLABORATIONS

Quezon City Footbridge Donation, Redevelopment, Monitoring and Maintenance Project

Through Public-Private Partnership (PPP) between the Quezon City Government and Ecobridges Ads. Inc., this unsolicited PPP project aims to rehabilitate the footbridges in Quezon City which includes installation of solar-powered-LED lights for pedestrian ways, bicycle ramps, roofing, minimum of six (6) security cameras (high definition of CCTV cameras), louvers, plant boxes, maintenance boxes and lastly, provision of security guard for each footbridge.

As of April 2025, 31 footbridges were rehabilitated along the major thoroughfares in Quezon City: Epifanio Delos Santos Avenue (EDSA), Katipunan Avenue, C-5 Road, and Commonwealth Avenue.

DIGITAL INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT

LEDIPO encourages the private sector to build more micro-cell sites, towers, and cellular antennas to strengthen the City’s digital backbone and enhance connectivity among QCitizens.

As of 2025, there are 9 private tower companies who identified more than a hundred city-owned properties for this city-wide mobile network connectivity project.

SOLARIZATION OF GOVERNMENT AND PUBLIC FACILITIES

Three (3) key buildings within the City Hall compound, and 2 public hospitals are now powered by solar energy as of 2025.

Twenty-five (25) more school buildings, including four (4) within the city hall compound as well as the Quezon City General Hospital, are now undergoing solar energy installations.

This milestone reflects the city’s commitment to responsible practices that reduce electricity consumption, lower greenhouse gas emissions, and bring QC closer to net-zero carbon emissions goal by 2050.

ELECTRIC BUS DEPLOYMENT AND CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE IN QUEZON CITY

In line with Quezon City’s commitment to sustainable urban mobility, eight (8) electric bus units have been deployed along Route 1 (Cubao to P. Tuazon) through the coordinated efforts of the Office of the City Administrator, Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability Department, Traffic and Transport Management Department, City Architect’s Office, and City Engineering and General Services Department.

These modern electric buses are PWD-friendly, equipped with wheelchair ramps, designated seating, and spaces to accommodate a diverse range of passengers, and advanced safety features. The service is free of charge for commuters along the route.To support this initiative, four (4) electric vehicle (EV) charging stations have also been installed along Makatarungan Street, ensuring efficient and sustainable operations of the e-bus fleet.

GLOBAL PARTNERSHIPS: SISTER CITIES

Quezon City, through the International Relations Division under the Office of the Mayor, is actively cultivating and expanding its international network by strengthening ties with its Sister Cities around the world. These partnerships support mutual growth and shared learning across various sectors, including economic development, investment promotion, education, disaster risk reduction and management (DRRM), and sustainability.

As part of its strategic agenda, Quezon City is deepening economic and diplomatic engagement with the following International Sister Cities:

Chiba City, Japan
Daly City, California, United States of America
Guam, United States of America
Kenosha, Wisconsin, United States of America
Maui County, Hawaii, United States of America
New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada
Rishon LeZion, Israel
Shenyang City, People’s Republic of China
Taipei City, Republic of China (Taiwan)
Yangon Region, Republic of the Union of Myanmar

These city-to-city collaborations are designed to create pathways for shared economic growth, promote local and foreign investments, and support cross-sector initiatives that benefit citizens and communities alike. For partnership inquiries or to explore collaborative opportunities, please contact: ledipo@quezoncity.gov.ph

Department Directory

Mr. Juan Manuel J. Gatmaitan
Department Head III
8988-4242 local 1506
jay.gatmaitan@quezoncity.gov.ph

Divisions/ Sections

DIVISIONS	OFFICER NAME	OFFICE ADDRESS	CONTACT INFORMATION
Economic Enterprise Division (EED)	Ms. Monica Paula Lavares Planning Officer	6th Floor, LEDIPO Office, East Wing, High Rise Building, Quezon City Hall Complex, Quezon City	8988-4242 local 1507 monica.lavares@quezoncity.gov.ph
Planning & Programs Division (PPD)	Mr. Reuel C. Ruiz, Jr. Special Operations Officer	6th Floor, LEDIPO Office, East Wing, High Rise Building, Quezon City Hall Complex, Quezon City	8988-4242 local 1507 reuel.ruizjr@quezoncity.gov.ph
Investments Services Division (ISD)	Mr. Joel Emmanuel C. Sumpaico Development Management Officer	6th Floor, High-Rise Building, City Hall Compound, Brgy. Central	8988-4242 local 1507 jong.sumpaico@quezoncity.gov.ph
International Relations Division (IRD)	Mr. Alex S. Mendoza	6th Floor, LEDIPO Office, East Wing, High Rise Building, Quezon City Hall Complex, Quezon City	8988-4242 local 1507 alex.mendoza@quezoncity.gov.ph