[Solved] May a person file an application for registration of a part of the reclamation undertaken by a local governmental unit?

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Q.	May a person file an application for registration of a part of the reclamation undertaken by a local governmental unit?
A.	Yes, because it is an alienable land;
B.	Yes, because it is a private land;
C.	No, because reclaimed lands of the public domain may only be leased not sold to private parties as they retain their inherent potential as areas for public use or public service. (Chavez v. Public Estates Authority, 384 SCRA 152);
D.	Yes, because a local government unit is vested with a juridical capacity to enter into contracts.
Answer» C. No, because reclaimed lands of the public domain may only be leased not sold to private parties as they retain their inherent potential as areas for public use or public service. (Chavez v. Public Estates Authority, 384 SCRA 152);

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