In a recent development, the Capital Development Authority (CDA) has raised serious concerns by declaring two housing societies, Capital Residencia and Royal Gardens, situated on Japan Road in Zone V, Islamabad, as illegal. This alarming revelation comes as a result of these residential projects being promoted without obtaining the necessary approvals from the CDA.
Under section 49-C of the CDA Ordinance 1960 and ICT Zoning Regulations 1992, the CDA has issued an official notice, highlighting the unauthorized advertising and marketing activities associated with these housing schemes. According to the notice, private sponsors are in violation of the ICT (Zoning) Regulation 1992, as amended in 2010, and the Modalities & Procedures outlined for Planning and Development of Private Housing Schemes in ICT Islamabad.
The CDA underscores the gravity of this situation, emphasizing the potential threat to the lives and properties of the general public due to non-compliance with ICT Regulations. In response to this matter, the CDA issued a strong caution, advising the public to avoid participating in any transactions such as booking, sale, or purchase within these prohibited housing schemes or land subdivisions.
To protect the interests of potential investors, the CDA suggests checking the legal status of any housing scheme on their official website, www.cda.gov.pk. The authority explicitly states that it bears no responsibility for fraud or financial loss experienced by individuals who neglect to conduct proper due diligence.
Furthermore, the CDA has taken proactive measures by instructing utility providers, including IESCO, SNGPL, and PTCL, not to grant connections to these unauthorized schemes. This move aims to curtail the development of infrastructure for projects lacking the CDA's approval.
In a direct message to sponsors and management of the illegal schemes, the CDA has issued a clear directive to cease all illegal activities, including advertisements, bookings, allotments, and transfers of plots, properties, and apartments. The management of these societies has been explicitly instructed to halt construction activities immediately.
The CDA has made it clear that failure to comply with these directives will result in strict punitive action. Sponsors may face legal consequences under the CDA Ordinance 1960, ICT (Zoning) Regulation 1992, and Building Control Regulations 2020 (amended 2023).
In conclusion, the CDA's declaration of Capital Residencia and Royal Gardens as illegal serves as a critical warning for potential homebuyers. Vigilance and adherence to legal procedures are strongly advised to avoid falling victim to fraudulent schemes and to contribute to the overall safety and security of the real estate landscape in Islamabad.
