Lahore Development Authority

Lahore Development Authority (LDA) is responsible for new planned development in Lahore, Pakistan. It also regulates and issues permits for new construction and housing projects, private houses, and commercial development. It also manages Lahore's parks and green areas.

Lahore Development Authority
لاہور ڈویلپمنٹ اتھارٹی
Agency overview
Formed ()
HeadquartersLDA Headquarters, Johar Town, Lahore Pakistan
Chairman responsible
  • Naeem -ul-Haq
Parent agencyGovernment of Punjab
Websitewww.lda.gop.pk

Its website states that it plans on making Lahore "one of the thirty leading educational, cultural, commercial, industrial, and information technology centres of the world by 2020".[1]

History

The Provincial Assembly of Punjab established the Lahore Development Authority under the LDA Act of 1975. It had previously been called the "Lahore Improvement Trust".

On 9 May 2013, five days after International Firefighters' Day, the LDA Plaza building in central Lahore caught fire, killing 25 people. The fire started on the seventh floor, and media coverage revealed people jumping out of the building to their death. The fire highlighted the irrelevance of fire safety regulations, considering the fact that the very agency whose responsibility it is to ensure compliance with fire safety regulation; the 35-year-old building's staircases were poorly designed and hampered rescue efforts. The fire was finally extinguished after 20 hours.[2]

LDA Lahore Development Authority Rules and Laws

The Lahore Development Authority (LDA) in Lahore, Pakistan, is responsible for overseeing and regulating urban development and land use in the city. It enforces several rules, regulations, and laws to manage development and land use,

The Key rules and laws associated with the Lahore Development Authority.

LDA Act, 1975 This act establishes the Lahore Development Authority and outlines its functions and responsibilities. It provides a legal framework for urban planning, development, and land use regulation in Lahore.

LDA Building and Zoning Regulations These regulations set the standards for construction and zoning within Lahore. They cover aspects such as building heights, land use classifications, parking requirements, setbacks, and more.

LDA and Use Rules These rules define how land can be used in different areas of Lahore. They specify what types of activities are permitted in residential, commercial, industrial, and other zones.

LDA Land Acquisition Act, 1894 This act outlines the process of acquiring land for public purposes, such as infrastructure development or urban planning projects. It provides guidelines for land acquisition and compensation for landowners.

LDA Control of Advertisements and Signboards Regulations These regulations govern the placement and appearance of outdoor advertisements and signboards in Lahore. They aim to maintain a visually appealing and clutter-free urban environment.

LDA Water Supply and Sanitation Regulations These regulations set standards for water supply, sewerage, and sanitation systems within Lahore to ensure public health and hygiene.

LDA Commercialization Policy This policy outlines the criteria and procedures for the commercialization of residential areas. It allows property owners to convert residential properties into commercial ones under specific conditions.

LDA Land Development Rules These rules cover the development of new housing societies and projects. They require developers to follow specific procedures for obtaining approval and ensure that they meet infrastructure and environmental standards.

LDA Environmental Regulations These regulations are designed to promote environmentally sustainable development. They specify requirements for environmental impact assessments, waste management, and pollution control.

LDA Anti-Encroachment Operations The LDA conducts anti-encroachment operations to remove illegal structures and encroachments on public lands and roadways. These operations aim to reclaim public spaces and maintain orderly development.[3]

Structure

It has three main wings:

  • Urban Development Wing
  • Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA)
  • Traffic Engineering Planning Agency (TEPA)

The LDA Board of Governors is chaired by the Zila Nazim of the Lahore City District. Its members include the following:

  • Director General of the Authority
  • Town Nazims of all the Towns of Lahore City District
  • District Coordination Officer of Lahore City District
  • Representative of the Planning and Development Board Punjab not below the rank of Additional Secretary/Deputy Secretary
  • Representative of the Finance Department not below the rank of Additional Secretary/Deputy Secretary
  • Representative of the Housing Urban Development and Public Health Engineering Department not below the rank of Additional Secretary/Deputy Secretary
  • Representative of the Local Government and Rural Development Department not below the rank of Additional Secretary/Deputy Secretary
  • All the Heads of the Agencies established by the Authority (M.D. WASA & M.D. TEPA)

Number of Employees

In Lahore Development Authority (U.D Wing), there are 1990 Employees in total out of which 567 have been declared as officers (Scale 16 & above) whereas 1423 fall under the category of officials (scale 1–15). There are 1622 pensioners in total. (As in November 2021).

See also

References
  1. "About LDA". Lahore Development Authority. Archived from the original on 26 December 2018. Retrieved 14 May 2013.
  2. "LDA Plaza: 'Former LDA Chief Ignored Fire Safety Suggestions'". The Express Tribune. 14 May 2013.
  3. "Lahore Development Authority: History, Noc Verification, Rules And Laws". Zameen Locator (Place Finder). Retrieved 18 October 2023.
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