Quick Guide to Tagaytay Number Coding Scheme

Are you traveling to Tagaytay soon? Tagaytay is a popular spot for tourist destinations, restaurants, green spaces, and world-class luxury real estate. But before you hit the road, here is a heads up to southbound motorists: the number coding scheme in Cavite remains suspended until further notice. This advisory covers major thoroughfares and public roads in the area, including Tagaytay. But if you are coming from Metro Manila, you have to follow a different Tagaytay number coding scheme under the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA).

Plan ahead for a hassle-free Tagaytay trip! Here is a quick refresher on the new Tagaytay number coding scheme in Cavite and Metro Manila.

But First, What is the Number Coding Scheme For?

Traffic congestion has been a recurring problem in the Philippines. Research shows that average commuters and motorists in Metro Manila lose 98 hours yearly to traffic during peak hours. That is four days wasted on the road. To reduce traffic volume, Metropolitan Manila Development Authority implemented the updated MMDA coding scheme—also known as the Unified Vehicular Volume Reduction Program (UVVRP).

So, how does number coding work?

MMDA coding limits which license plates are allowed to travel on public roads on certain days. This applies to both private vehicles and public utility vehicles. to reduce vehicle volume on public roads. The last digit of a vehicle’s plate number will determine its number coding schedule. For example, if your license plate ends with numbers 1 and 2, you cannot pass thru major roads on Mondays, from 7 AM to 8 PM. Take note that different coding hours apply to Metro Manila and cities outside the National Capital Region (more on this later).

Anyone caught violating the number coding scheme will have to pay a PHP 300 to PHP 1,000 fine, which needs to be settled within seven days. Additional fines might include confiscation of the driver’s license or imprisonment of the car owner.

What is the MMDA Coding Scheme for Metro Manila to Cavite Bound Motorists?

If you are heading to Tagaytay from Metro Manila, you have to follow the UVVRP until you are outside NCR. This Tagaytay number coding scheme was suspended during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic and was recently implemented last August 2022. This a necessary move as the new normal pumped vehicle volume on public roads.

Ahead is the new number coding scheme in NCR:

• Vehicles with license plates ending in 1 and 2 are not allowed to travel on MONDAY
• Vehicles with license plates ending in 3 and 4 are not allowed to travel on TUESDAYS
• Vehicles with license plates ending in 5 and 6 are not allowed to travel on WEDNESDAYS
• Vehicles with license plates ending in 7 and 8 are not allowed to travel on THURSDAYS
• Vehicles with license plates ending in 9 and 0 are not allowed to travel on FRIDAYS

This number coding scheme is effective during the city’s peak hours, which range from 7 AM to 10 AM and 5 PM to 8 AM. Certain areas in NCR, like Makati City, follow the traditional number coding scheme schedule, which ranges from 7 AM to 7 PM.

Although UVVRP applies to the cities within Metro Manila, the resolution does not apply to these special areas (except on their congested roads): Navotas, Pateros, Marikina, Muntinlupa, and Taguig City.

What is the Tagaytay Number Coding Scheme in Tagaytay and Cavite?

As mentioned earlier, the provincial government of Cavite currently suspends the number coding scheme in the province. That means public utility vehicles and private cars in the area can go to Tagaytay regardless of their license plate numbers.

Keep in mind that the suspended number coding scheme in Cavite is similar to the coding days of MMDA coding, but has a completely different implementation time and road coverage. It begins from 7 AM to 10 AM and is followed by 3 PM to 7 PM. The highways and areas covered include:

• Aguinaldo Highway – Including the main road of Bacoor City to Dasmariñas-Silang Boundary
• Governor’s Drive – Carmona to Trece Martires-Tanza Boundary
• MSPR (Molino-Salawag-Paliparan Road) – Including the stretch of Zapote, Bacoor City to Paliparan, and Dasmariñas City
• Molino Boulevard – Covering the stretch of Aguinaldo Highway to Molino-Salawag-Paliparan Road

When is the Number Coding Scheme NOT Implemented?

Special cases call for the suspension of the number coding scheme. Such instances include Philippine holidays, natural calamities, public transportation accidents, and failures. Note that nationwide transport strikes and public utility vehicle system shutdowns are considered public transportation failures.

MMDA also grants “window hours” to drivers. This refers to the seven-hour time frame when coded vehicles can pass through public roads. Window hours are usually after peak hours. Always check the wind hours of the locations you will pass through so you know the available roads and alternative routes you can take.

Who is Exempted from the Number Coding Scheme?

You might be thinking: “Should drivers still follow the number coding scheme in case of an emergency?” Circumstances like these are what prompted the authorities to create exemptions to the rules. In Cavite, for example, the following are exempted from the number coding scheme:

• All public utility vehicles (e.g., jeepneys, tricycles, and buses)
• Transport network vehicle services
• Ambulances, fire trucks, police cars, military vehicles
• Vehicles carrying someone that needs medical emergency care
• Vehicles carrying medical workers during an emergency
• Government-owned vehicles with government license plates
• School buses (enfranchised)

Now, can you apply for a number coding scheme exception? The list of vehicles below can be exempted from number coding if the Office of the Provincial Governor (Road Safety Division) approves their application:

• Vehicles that will deliver perishable goods in commercial quantity
• Shuttle service vehicles of companies
• Vehicles modified for PWDs
• Vehicles used in providing service for public utilities
• Vehicles used in funeral services
• Vehicles carrying medical doctors, public attorneys, prosecutors, and members of the Judiciary department
• Vehicles used by tourism companies
• Vehicles used by business locators

It is clear that the number coding scheme aims to ease the traffic volume in the country. But with the way the number of motorists is increasing, it is also clear that such measures cannot stand alone. Bigger projects such as public transportation improvement and road widening projects are highly needed. The country might need more time to get there, but doing your job by being a responsible motorist is certainly a step forward.

Hotspots and To-Do’s: The Best Things to Try in Tagaytay

You have followed the number coding scheme and reached your destination, now what?

Tagaytay is one of the most popular weekend getaways and tourist hubs in the South because of its cool climate, stunning sights, top restaurants, and world-class luxury real estate properties that attract both staycationers and real estate investors.

A perfect spot to experience the best of what Tagaytay can offer is Crosswinds Tagaytay. Located in the beautiful highlands of the city, Crosswinds Tagaytay is an exclusive development for fine dining, unwinding, and luxury living. A quick trip to the place will take you to an upscale commercial hub, where Swiss-inspired restaurants like Café Voi La, NAPA, and the Ruined Project are.

Meanwhile, the residential area of the community is where Swiss-inspired luxury condo units by Brittany Corporation stand. The luxury living estates feature high-rise luxury condominium units that offer breathtaking views of Tagaytay, world-class amenities, and top-notch architecture that is perfect for a quick staycation or permanent residence.

Crosswinds Tagaytay is everything luxury living can be. Make your Tagaytay trip worth it—visit Crosswinds Tagaytay today!

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