NOCs Needed for Project Approval in CDA Jurisdiction
The NOCs ensure timely approval of layout and construction plans, issuing necessary NOCs from relevant departments and agencies, and completing allied formalities.
In this regard, Feeta.pk presents a comprehensive list of all necessary NOCs – published by the Capital Development Authority (CDA) for the approval of projects in the jurisdiction of CDA in Islamabad.
1. Possession Document
‘Border Certificate’ or ‘Shajra’s axis –
Specified map is edited by the ‘Patwari ‘ or ‘Tehsildar ‘ so that the property / project owners give a clear picture of the actual land owned.
“Letter of Assignment” or “Fard” –
A document indicating proof of ownership of a property, primarily necessary for the registration of the property.
Letter or Certificate of Unloading –
A required document is used as a sign of free title or ownership.
2. Pre-Plan Permission (PPP)
A letter reached by CDA’s planning wing seeks to establish whether the scale and nature of proposed development would be acceptable to the local planning authority.
3. Approved Layout Plan
The approval obtained by the Architectural Directorate, CDA at the Front Office, One Window Operation, CDA, the layout of a building or structure shows the plan of its foundation on the ground surface according to its drawings.
4. Letter of Approval from Design Board (DVC)
Design examination is the process of thoroughly exploring an arrangement plan before deciding to go ahead with a project.
The Design Control Commission discusses requests for approval of building designs. The Committee approves designs or sometimes delays them due to technical deficiencies.
5. Letter of Approved Construction Plans –
The building permit consists of the construction plan and the layout approval for the construction of the building. Its approval letter can be obtained from Architecture Directorate, CDA at the Front Office, One Window Operation, CDA.
6. Approved Construction Plans Controlled by Competent Authority –
A construction plan is a scaled diagram of a room or building viewed from above. Its approval can be obtained from Architecture Directorate, CDA at the Front Office, One Window Operation, CDA.
7. Third Party Verification Certificates –
Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing Certificate (MEP) –
Relates to the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing aspects of building design and construction.
Certificate of Control in Structural Design –
A building permit application may be accompanied by a design certificate confirming that the building structure complies with the requirements of building regulations.
A Certificate in Fire Safety and Risk Management that ensures that a building has a developed culture of fire safety and effective firefighting can be implemented.
8. Access Approval
In construction on major CDA avenues and riding roads, an access road approval must be taken by the Authority.
9. Approved letter from National Highway Authority (NHA)
In construction on GT road, a letter of approval must be taken from the National Highway Authority.
10. Certificate of height
An altitude clearance certificate is obtained to protect unobstructed zones around airports and the airspace required for air navigation. The certificate can be obtained from the Civil Aviation Authority.
11. Utility Connection Approvals
Sui Northern Gas Pipeline Approval Letter (SNGPL)
Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) Approves Letter
Water Supply System approval letter
12. Approval letter from Fire Fighting System
Fire Prevention and Life-Saving Rules have been developed to ensure compliance so that fire explosions are prevented.
13. NOCs / Environmental Approval of Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
The primary goal of the environmental assessment process – acquired by the Pakistan Environment Protection Agency (Pak-EPA) – is to provide advocates and decision makers and members of the public with an understanding of the potential environmental impacts of the proposed action. The approval can be
14. Construction Final Certificate
Construction Final Certificate is proof that the construction work has been carried out in accordance with the rules and regulations of the citizen authority. The Building Completion Certificate can be obtained from CDA.
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NOCs Needed for Project Approval in CDA Jurisdiction
Do Foreigners Own Land / Property in Pakistan?
Property in Pakistan, land is a provincial issue with different regulations governing land acquisition in each province. Generally, any foreign national who has received permission from the Ministry of Internal Affairs (Federal) and the respective provincial government can acquire land according to his capacity. In addition, if a company is affiliated with the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP), a foreigner can own land.
Specifications
- Upper Limit
In addition to media, banking, agriculture and airlines, the government imposes upper limits on investment. - Lower Border
There is no ‘minimum’ amount set for investment in equity ownership in all permitted sectors. - Strangers can get 100% foreign ownership in all sectors except the areas mentioned in the upper limit.
- According to the sixth clause of the Foreign Private Investment Act 1976, for advertising and investment protection and the procedural requirements defined by the Handbook of Changes of State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) 2002, foreign investors retain the right to repatriate their funds, whether acquired profits or their dividends, in the original currency of the respective state from which the investment was made.
- Foreigners may appoint authorized banks or merchants to repatriate profits/investment income/dividends through an appropriate banking channel.
- Regarding portfolio investment, foreigners must open a Special Convertible Rupee Account (SCRA) in any local bank to extract their dividends and sales income. They can invest in all securities listed on the Pakistan Stock Exchange.
- According to the regulations of the SBP and SECP, foreigners can access domestic borrowing according to the Debt Equity Report.
FDI field in Pakistan
Since the last decade, Pakistan has been receiving a healthy and consistent flow of foreign investment from Asia, America, Australia, Africa and Europe.
In July 2021, the SECP reported 1,949 incorporations of new companies, with a total amount of 147,842. In these registrations, the construction and real estate sector tops the list.
Finally, for the promotion of FDI, the government ensures optimal treatment of foreign investment. The Economic Reform Protection Act of 1992 and the Foreign Private Investment (Advertising and Protection) Act of 1976 provide “No Less Favorable” treatment to foreign investors compared to National Investors in similar circumstances. With growing trends in investing as SECP assimilates more and more companies, now is the perfect time to invest in Pakistani real estate.
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Do Foreigners Own Land / Property in Pakistan?
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