Under Local Government Code rules on barangay conciliation, when is barangay conciliation mandatory?

• A. Only when the parties reside in the same city or municipality and the real property is involved
• B. Only when the case involves real property and the parties reside in the same city or municipality
• C. Only when both conditions are met: parties reside in the same city/municipality and the property is located in the same city/municipality
• D. In all civil cases, regardless of residence or property location

Answer: (C)