Housing Society Report

DHA Phase 1 Lahore

 

 

Report Summary

DHA Phase 1 is an approved housing society that was initially launched in 1975 and converted to DHA Lahore in 1999. It spans approximately 7,110 kanals, all of which are developed. It is not a gated community. DHA Phase 1 has achieved benchmark status for efficient development and maintaining good property rates. The society has multiple entry points connecting it with other DHA phases. Key access roads include Ghazi Road and Walton Road. Notable amenities include H & F block markets, Lahore Grammar School (LGS) (Girls only), The Lahore Alma, and several banks. The community hosts various annual events and has access to DHA Clubs and parks like Walton Community Park. Property sales are conducted through authorized dealers, not directly by DHA. Plot transfers cost 58,000/- for 5 marla residential plots. (Transfer Rates in Nov 2024). DHA Phase 1 is considered a benchmark, with competition primarily from other residential areas such as Model Town and Askari’s. All sectors are fully populated. Banks accept DHA Phase 1 properties as collateral. Prices for 1 kanal plots range from 4.25 crores to 5 crores.

Archivable Data Points

Archivable Data Points are the type of Data Points that change very rarely. Hence, once gathered, they do not really need to be updated that regularly.

 

1. Name: DHA Phase 1, Lahore
2. Address: Defence Housing Authority (DHA) HeadOffice - Lahore, Phase - VI Sector A DHA Phase 6, Lahore
3. Tel No.s: (042) 111 342 547
4. Landline: (042) 111 342 547
5. Cellphones: N/a
6. WhatsApp: N/a
7. URL: https://dhalahore.org/
8. Email: customercare@dhalahore.org
9. Google Coordinates: https://maps.app.goo.gl/XwXw8P1PDx4tSiYJA
10. Legal Formation (Private, Cooperative, Government, Other Authority etc): Defence Housing Authority
11. Supervising Authority: Defence Housing Authority
12. Status of Approval (Approved vs Unapproved vs Partially Approved): Approved
13. Total Area (and Approved Area vs Unapproved Area percentage): approximately 7,110 kanals 100% approved
14. Maps (Society vs Approved)

15. Gated Community Status: No
16. Housing Society USP: Managed to achieve benchmark status among housing societies in pakistan for efficient development delivery & maintaining good property rates.

 

1. Statutory Formation (Cooperative, Pvt Ltd., Public Ltd., Authority, Others) along with legislation under which formed: Defence housing authority 
2. System of Election (if any): No
3. Date of Incorporation: The residential scheme got registered with the Punjab government in March 1975. In 1999, it was converted to DHA Lahore via a Provincial Ordinance.
4. Date of Initial Launching of the Housing Society: 1975

 

1. Address: DHA Phase 1, lahore.
2. Coordinates: https://maps.app.goo.gl/XwXw8P1PDx4tSiYJA
3. Overall Area/Town Name: Nishtar Town
4. Approach Road(s): Ghazi road/ walton road/ 
5. Gated Community: No
6. Entry Points (Number of Gates and in which Blocks/Sectors etc): More than one entry points and are connected with other phases of DHA
7. Access to Important Roads: Through ghazi road & walton road
8. Public Transport Access: Available through ghazi road & walton road
9. Distances to Major Landmarks of the City (e.g. Airport, Ring Road, Motorway etc, to put the location in perspective): Allama Iqbal international airport is @ 7.1 kms of distance/ Ring road interchange is @ 3.8 kms of distance
10. Distances to Important Area Specific Landmarks like Major Schools, Hospitals, Public Parks, Market Areas (if any): National Hospital is operational in DHA Phase 1.  Integrated medical care (IMC) Hospital is operational in DHA Phase 5/ Lahore university of management sciences is @ 2.9 kms of distance.

 

1. Sponsors (Original): Defence Housing Authority/Armed Forces
2. Current Management (Current Owners/Management Committee): Defence Housing Authority/Armed Forces
3. System of Management (Owner Management, Election, Administrator): Administrator 
4. Supervising Authority: Defence housing authority 

 

 

1. Pictures
2. Map Comparisons: see point no.1 option (n)

 

1. Name of the Regulatory Authority of the concerned City: N/a
2. Approving Authority: Defence housing authority 
3. Approval Status
   1. Full Approval: Yes
   2. Partial Approval: No
   3. Pending Approval: No
   4. No Approval: N/a
4. Approval No: N/a
5. Date of Approval: N/a
6. Number of Sectors Approved: All sectors are approved
7. Any pending issues for approval: None

 

1. Total land: Approved: Approx 7110 kanals 
2. Total land: Unapproved: None
3. Total Area (Developed vs Undeveloped): All area is developed 
4. Distribution of Area: According to DHA by-laws

 

1. Shopping facilities: Famous H & F blocks markets with all shopping facilities.
2. Schools: Lahore Grammar School (LGS) (Girls only), The Lahore Alma, are operational in phase 1.
3. Banks and other financial services: The Bank of Punjab, Dubai Islamic Bank, NRSP Microfinance Bank are operational in phase 1
4. Security and Policing: Police Station - Defence A
5. Communal Activities (Clubs, Gyms, Libraries etc): DHA Phase 1 hosts numerous annual events that encourage community participation, including: Jashan-e-Baharan: A spring festival featuring fresh flowers and cultural displays. Ghazal Nights: Musical evenings showcasing local talent. Pet and Dog Shows: Family-friendly events that bring together pet lovers. Fitness Challenges: Activities aimed at promoting health and wellness among residents. Sports Activities: Various sports events are organized to engage residents of all ages.
6. Other Notable Recreational Activities: The area is home to several DHA Clubs, which provide a range of recreational and social activities:

7. Public Parks: Residents also have access to parks like Walton Community Park, which is ideal for picnics, jogging, and family outings. Additionally, there are children's play areas and sports facilities available throughout the community
8. Famous Brands (e.g. Famous Restaurants, Grocery Stores, Supermarkets etc): DHA Phase 1 boasts several commercial areas such as:

1. Bus access: Available through ghazi road
2. Rail Access: N/a
3. Intra-City Access: Through ghazi road
4. Inter-City Access: Through ghazi road
5. Petrol Pumps: Available within 2 kms of radius

1. Approach roads:Constructed & well maintained 
2. Electricity: Available 
3. Gas: Available 
4. Water Supply: Available 
5. Internal Roads Condition: well maintained 
6. Internal Road Size (Various Sizes of Main, Branching, and Internal Roads): The famous main boulevard khayaban e jinnah is 150 feet wide. Other branching roads are 30/40 feet wide 
7. Sewerage: Laid & operational 
8. Rain drainage: No
9. Internet: Available 
10. Security: 24/7
11. Cable TV: Available 
12. Availability of Schools , Mosques, Hospitals, Shopping Centers, Civic Club(s), Banks (inside and nearby) All amenities are available. 
13. Status of Cleanliness, Greenery Observed and other Roadside Plantations etc.: Well maintained, very strong by-laws that maintained greenery/cleanliness

1. Plots/Units Developed vs Undeveloped (percentage): 100% developed 
2. Various Plot/Unit Categories (percentage): Information not available on official DHA/Gov websites, mostly 1 kanal plots.

1. Neighboring Housing Projects: DHA 2,3,4,5
2. General Area Layout: 
   1. South DHA Phase 3 & 4
   2. Nishat Colony is located in the North of DHA Phase 1. 
   3. East is phase 2
   4. West Cavalry ground & Nisthar Town
3. Nearby Landmarks: National Hospital/ Lums University

Dynamic Data Points

Dynamic Data Points are the Data Points that change often and with more frequency than the Archivable Data Points. These Data Points need to be changed i.e. the H.S.R needs to be updated or reviewed at least once a year.

 

1. What are they Primarily Selling?
   1. Files: No
   2. On-Ground Plots only: Yes
   3. On-Ground Plots with Possession: Yes
2. Approved/in-house/Authorized Property Dealers : For details please visit https://dhalahore.org/affiliates/
3. Agencies e.g Zameen, Agency 21, Graana: All agencies are working with DHA
4. Sale by Housing Society itself: No
5. Process: DHA sells through its authorized dealers & does not sell plots itself. If an outside developer plans to develop a project on DHA’s Land, they can not construct or sell without entering into joint ventures (JV) with DHA, making DHA a partner/guarantor in the project.

 

1. Transfer of Ownership Mechanism: Seller Signs verification form along with his CNIC & Allotment letter. (If possession plot then site plan attached with these documents as well).Submitted to DHA Along with Pays Rs. 2500/- voucher. DHA took 48 hours and gave a back verification form to the buyer/dealer.
2. Registry of Properties allowed: No
3. Property sold on an Allotment Letter: Yes
4. Where does the Transfer take place:  Defence Housing Authority (DHA) HeadOffice - Lahore, Phase - VI Sector A DHA Phase 6, Lahore
5. Rate of Plot Transfer: 58,000/- for 5 marla residential plots. (Nov.2024)

 

1. In context Competing Housing Projects (different from neighboring Housing Projects): It is really hard to establish a direct competitor as DHA holds a benchmark status in housing projects all over Pakistan. One could argue that, when it comes to housing projects, some competitors by a small margin are Bahria Town Lahore, and Lake City. Otherwise, mostly the market compares DHA with residential areas like Model Town, Askaris, and LHR Cantt.

 

4. Percentage of Populated Blocks/Areas/Sectors: 100% populated all sectors 

5. Bank’s acceptance of Housing Society Property as Collateral: Bank accepts all properties of DHA.

 

 

	Residential open Plot (per Marla)	Residential SuperStructure (per Sq.ft)	Commercial open Plot (per Marla)	Commercial Super Structure (per Sq.ft)
DHA Phase 1	1,550,000/-	2500/-	6,193,570/-	-
DHA 1 sector shops			4,302,100	4,000
Defence Phase 1 Sector K	1,217,800/-	2,500/-	5,362,100/-	4,000
Defence Phase 1 Sector K Sector Shops	1,217,800/-	2,500/-	5,362,100/-	4,000

 

 

Unit	Price
10 Marla	3 to 3.2 crores
1 Kanal	4.25 crores to 5 crores
2 Kanal	8.2 to 10 crores

 

 

 

10 Marla residential plot	Prices
2021	1.74 crores
2022	2.07 crores
2023	2.36 crores
2024	3.29 crores

 

 

1. Any Actions (in Favour or Against) taken by Governmental Agencies and Financial Institutions: No

 

 

 

1. Monthly and Annual Fees for residents (if any) : For details please visit the link https://dhalahore.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Revision-in-Dues-on-Services.pdf
2. Transfer Fees charged by Society: 58,000/- for 5 marla without taxes.