CDA Orders Barcoded Allotment Letters to Block Duplicate Plot Files

The Capital Development Authority (CDA) Board on Friday ordered that all allotment letters for housing schemes be printed exclusively through the Printing Press of Pakistan, with mandatory security features to prevent fraud.

The decision was taken during the CDA Board’s 17th meeting, chaired by Chairman CDA and Chief Commissioner Islamabad Muhammad Ali Randhawa.

Randhawa said the directive aims to end the long-standing practice of issuing extra, duplicate, or unapproved files beyond the number of plots allowed in official layout plans. He directed that all allotment letters must include barcodes, watermarks, and other security features to ensure authenticity.

“The purpose of this decision is to bring transparency, stop fake or excess files, and protect citizens from fraudulent practices,” Randhawa said.

Review of Jinnah Garden Phase-II NOC

The Board also decided to form a technical committee to review the No Objection Certificate (NOC) issuance process for the Federal Employees Cooperative Housing Society’s Jinnah Garden (Phase II).

The Planning Wing briefed the Board on temporary stalls and kiosks in line with Islamabad High Court directives and was instructed to prepare a clear policy.

Regulatory Reforms and New Committees

Proposed amendments to the Islamabad Land Disposal Regulations 2005 were discussed. A committee of all Director Generals will be established to identify procedural delays and streamline land-related processes.

The Board also approved forwarding the Islamabad Parks and Horticulture Agency Regulations to the Federal Cabinet.

Plant prices at the Gardenia Hub will be revised for the first time since 2005, with special discounts for educational institutions and CSR-based purchases.

Randhawa reaffirmed that transparency, accountability and improved service delivery remain the CDA’s top priorities alongside continued development and beautification of the capital.