26/04/2026
CDA takes major action against illegal constructions in Multi Gardens, issues 7-day eviction notice Written by: Rana Tassaduq Hussain Islamabad: In a major enforcement action, the Capital Development Authority (CDA) has declared a construction in Multi Gardens Housing Scheme (MPCHS) illegal and directed the residents to vacate the premises within seven days, failing which action will be taken under the CDA Ordinance 1960. According to the official public notice, the initial Layout Plan (LOP) of Multi Gardens Housing Scheme, which includes Sectors A-17, B-17 and B-18, Zone-II, Islamabad, was approved on September 27, 2006, while the revised LOP for Blocks A and B was approved on March 10, 2022. According to the CDA, the said construction has been established on the land allotted for “A.B.P Road” in the approved layout plan, which is clearly against the law. The authority further explained that the land has already been transferred to the name of CDA through Transfer Deed No. 5277 dated September 12, 2007, hence any allotment, transfer or construction on it will be considered illegal. The notice, which has been issued under the signature of Director Housing Societies CDA, Ijaz Ahmed Sheikh, has directed the residents to voluntarily vacate the premises and hand over the possession within seven days, failing which strict action will be taken under the relevant laws. Urban pressure increasing near Margalla Hills According to urban development experts, there has been unbridled development pressure in the northern sectors of Islamabad, especially Faisal Hills and areas adjacent to Margalla Hills National Park, for a long time, due to which strict implementation of the approved layout plans and environmental protection principles has become inevitable. Although the current case concerns land allocated for a road within an approved housing scheme, experts say that any change in land use—be it a road, green belt or protected zone—can have serious legal consequences. The continuation of enforcement operations This situation reflects the wider enforcement efforts underway in Islamabad, which have also been carried out in the following areas in the past: Noorpur Shahan Malpur Bhara Kahu Sectors G-12 and F-12 These operations often affected residential land due to legal status and planning violations, which came to light many years later. Regulatory and consumer protection concerns The recent notice has once again highlighted key concerns, including: Full compliance with the approved Layout Plan (LOP) Verification of land status before construction and allotment Institutional accountability in private housing schemes Protection of buyers who purchase in good faith Experts emphasize that land allocated for public infrastructure such as roads is irrevocable and cannot be put to private use under any circumstances. According to legal experts, timely regulatory intervention, transparent verification of records and clear demarcation of responsibilities are essential to avoid disputes that expose residents to sudden evictions.
