This study examines the challenges faced by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in land acquisition for road projects, particularly the Bauang diversion road. Key issues include slow paperwork processing, inadequate landowner consultation, resistance to selling land, and legal complexities involving unclear property titles. Despite the implementation of Republic Act No. 10752, which aims to streamline the process, bureaucratic inefficiencies and public opposition persist, particularly in rural areas. The study recommends enhancing collaboration with local authorities, developing a comprehensive land acquisition management plan, and improving communication strategies to ensure a more efficient and transparent acquisition process, ultimately leading to timely project completion and better infrastructure development