Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province

Peshawar | ReNews Pakistan
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has approved funds for the development of various housing schemes and provision of basic facilities across the province, while deciding to implement the Housing Department’s recommendations regarding the provision of Sui gas to the Malazai Housing Scheme.
The decisions were taken during the 46th meeting of the Housing Department Board, chaired by Provincial Housing Minister Dr Amjad Ali. Senior officials from the Housing Department, Law Department, Finance Department and Planning and Development Department attended the meeting.
The board reviewed an 18-point agenda in detail and took important decisions concerning the development of housing schemes, provision of residential plots, basic infrastructure and administrative matters.
Funds were approved for ongoing and proposed development works in various housing schemes. Authorities were directed to ensure the provision of roads, drainage, water, electricity, gas and other essential civic facilities on a priority basis so that allottees have access to necessary urban amenities along with residential plots.
The provision of Sui gas to the Malazai Housing Scheme was also among the key decisions of the meeting. The board approved implementation of the Housing Department’s recommendations regarding gas supply, paving the way for the provision of this essential facility to existing residents and future plot owners who plan to construct homes in the scheme.
The board also decided to engage legal teams on a case-by-case basis for the effective pursuit of court cases related to housing schemes. The initiative is aimed at ensuring timely resolution of legal matters involving various projects and schemes and providing an effective legal defence of the government’s interests.
The meeting also focused on digitizing the plot management system. Provincial Housing Minister Dr Amjad Ali directed the authorities to develop an effective digital mechanism through which citizens can access information about their plots online. The initiative is intended to facilitate access to records, improve transparency and reduce complaints relating to plot management.
The board further decided to make payments to the affectees of the Jalouzai Housing Scheme in light of the orders of the Supreme Court. Approval was also granted to provide residential plots to government employees in various housing schemes through the Housing Foundation.
In the Dangram Housing Scheme in Swat, the board decided to provide local journalists with additional time to deposit payments for their allotted plots, allowing the concerned allottees an opportunity to avoid cancellation of their plots.
A new policy, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and rules and regulations were also approved for plot owners and family residential tenants in the Hayatabad High-Rise Scheme. Meanwhile, the board approved an increase in the plot size allocated to the heirs of police martyrs in Hangu Township and Mega City Nowshera from three marlas to five marlas.
Addressing the meeting, Provincial Housing Minister Dr Amjad Ali said provision of basic facilities to the public remains the government’s top priority. He directed the authorities to complete development works in housing schemes within the stipulated timelines, stressing that unnecessary delays would not be tolerated.
He said modernization and digitization of the plot management system would enable citizens to access their records and plot-related information more easily while further improving transparency in the administrative affairs of the Housing Authority.
Officials said the funds approved for development works and basic facilities would help improve infrastructure in residential projects across the province. The provision of gas to the Malazai Housing Scheme is also expected to enhance the scheme’s residential utility and support future property and development activity in the area.

Peshawar | ReNews Pakistan
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Housing Department’s 46th Board meeting was held under the chairmanship of Provincial Housing Minister Dr. Amjad Ali, where important decisions were taken regarding housing schemes, residential plots, development projects and the provision of basic facilities across the province.
Senior officials from the Housing, Law, Finance, and Planning and Development departments attended the meeting, which reviewed an 18-point agenda in detail. The Board decided to release payments to the affectees of the Jalozai Housing Scheme in accordance with the directives of the Supreme Court.
The meeting also approved the establishment of the headquarters of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Housing Authority in Nasirabad, Peshawar. The Board further approved the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Housing Authority Commercial Property Leasing Regulations 2026 and decided to provide residential plots to government employees in various housing schemes through the Housing Foundation.
On the special direction of the Provincial Housing Minister, the Board decided to provide another opportunity to local journalists allotted plots in the Dangram Housing Scheme in Swat to deposit the required amount, allowing them to retain their allotted plots.
The Board also approved a new policy, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and rules and regulations for plot owners and family residential tenants in the Hayatabad High-Rise Scheme.
The meeting approved the Annual Development Programme budget for 2025-26, along with funds for development works and the provision of basic facilities in various housing schemes. It also approved implementation of the Housing Department’s recommendations regarding the provision of Sui gas to the Malazai Housing Scheme.
To ensure effective representation in court cases involving housing schemes, the Board decided to engage legal teams on a case-by-case basis. It also approved increasing the plot size for the heirs of police martyrs in Hangu Township and Mega City Nowshera from three marlas to five marlas.
Provincial Housing Minister Dr. Amjad Ali directed the authorities to ensure the provision of basic facilities in all housing schemes and said unnecessary delays in development projects would not be tolerated.
He also directed the digitization of the plot management system, saying that citizens should be able to access information about their plots online. The initiative is aimed at improving transparency and public access to property-related information. He further directed the timely completion of all development projects within the stipulated deadlines.

Charsadda | ReNews Pakistan
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa authorities have intensified their crackdown against illegal and unauthorised housing schemes, with the Charsadda Tehsil Municipal Administration (TMA) sealing 10 housing schemes, colonies, townships and plotting sites for allegedly operating without the legally required approvals.
The latest enforcement action was carried out on Friday on the directives of Deputy Commissioner Fazal Rahim Marwat. Assistant Additional Commissioner Nida Shams, accompanied by officials of the TMA, inspected various housing projects and took action against schemes found to be lacking the required permissions and approvals.
According to the latest newspaper report, authorities have also served notices on 32 housing schemes in the district over alleged deficiencies in their legal approvals. Officials are examining the status and documentation of these projects to determine whether they comply with applicable land-use, planning and development regulations.
The action has raised concerns among developers, property dealers and investors because housing schemes operating without valid approvals can expose buyers to substantial financial and legal risks. Such projects may face restrictions on development, transfer of plots and provision of utilities, while purchasers can encounter difficulties in establishing ownership or completing property transactions.
The Charsadda operation is part of a wider regulatory push in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to bring private housing development under stricter legal and planning controls. Provincial authorities have been increasingly focusing on housing societies that allegedly begin development or market plots without securing the mandatory No Objection Certificates (NOCs) and other permissions from relevant departments.
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Land Use and Building Control Authority (LUBCA) has previously directed housing-scheme developers to provide complete records concerning their projects. The authorities have particularly focused on determining whether schemes possess valid NOCs and whether their development activities conform to approved plans and land-use requirements.
Officials have also warned that housing societies that fail to demonstrate their legal status may face enforcement action. The regulatory drive is aimed at preventing the development and marketing of unauthorised schemes and protecting citizens from investing in projects whose legal status remains uncertain.
The issue is particularly important for KP's rapidly expanding urban areas, where demand for residential plots and housing has increased alongside population growth and urbanisation. Unregulated development can create problems not only for individual buyers but also for local governments because unauthorised schemes may develop without adequate arrangements for roads, drainage, sewerage, water supply, electricity, public spaces and other essential infrastructure.
For property buyers, the latest crackdown highlights the importance of conducting proper due diligence before purchasing a plot in any private housing scheme. Buyers are advised to verify the project's NOC, approved layout plan, land ownership documents and development permissions from the relevant authorities rather than relying solely on advertisements, property dealers or assurances provided by developers.
The enforcement action could also increase pressure on private developers across the province to regularise their projects and complete outstanding approval requirements. Housing societies that are unable to establish their legal status could face further inspections, sealing or other action under the applicable regulations.
The latest figures from Charsadda — 10 schemes sealed and notices issued to 32 schemes — indicate that authorities are moving beyond warnings towards direct enforcement. If the ongoing verification process identifies further violations, the crackdown could expand to additional housing projects.