The document outlines several challenges in issuing tree cutting/earthballing permits to the DPWH within 16 days including: weak support from DPWH employees for tree inventories, insufficient manpower, outdated survey equipment, incompetent employees assigned, land conflicts, weather issues, COVID protocols, newly hired employees, limited budgets, incorrect documents submitted, and poor land use plans from LGUs. Addressing these issues would help expedite the permit issuance process.