In a significant move to curb illegal housing developments, the Rawalpindi Development Authority (RDA) has launched a major crackdown on three unauthorized housing schemes in the region: Blue World City, Avalon City, and Abdullah City.
The RDA has issued notices to the developers of these projects, demanding that they immediately stop all construction and development activities. The authority has also warned that any failure to comply with the notices will result in strict legal action.
The RDA’s crackdown on these unauthorized housing schemes comes after it received numerous complaints from investors and residents about the projects. The complaints allege that the developers of these projects have violated various laws and regulations, including:
- Developing housing schemes on agricultural land
- Failing to obtain the necessary approvals from the RDA
- Misleading investors about the status of their projects
- Selling plots of land that are located in green areas or other restricted areas
The RDA has also warned that investing in unauthorized housing schemes is a risky proposition, as there is no guarantee that these projects will be completed or that the developers will fulfill their promises.
Blue World City
Blue World City is a major real estate development in Islamabad, with a total land area of 1 lac kanal. The project is being developed by Blue World City (Pvt.) Ltd., which is a subsidiary of BWC Group.
Blue World City has been under the RDA’s scanner for some time now. In 2022, the RDA issued a notice to the developers of Blue World City, alleging that the project was being developed on agricultural land without the necessary approvals.
The RDA also warned that it would seal the project if the developers failed to comply with the notice. However, the developers of Blue World City have challenged the RDA’s notice in court.
Avalon City
Avalon City is another unauthorized housing scheme in the Rawalpindi region. The project is being developed by Avalon City (Pvt.) Ltd.
Avalon City has also been under the RDA’s scanner for some time now. In 2021, the RDA issued a notice to the developers of Avalon City, alleging that the project was being developed on agricultural land without the necessary approvals.
The RDA also warned that it would seal the project if the developers failed to comply with the notice. However, the developers of Avalon City have challenged the RDA’s notice in court.
Abdullah City
Abdullah City is another unauthorized housing scheme in the Rawalpindi region. The project is being developed by Abdullah City Developers (Pvt.) Ltd.
Abdullah City has also been under the RDA’s scanner for some time now. In 2020, the RDA issued a notice to the developers of Abdullah City, alleging that the project was being developed on agricultural land without the necessary approvals.
The RDA also warned that it would seal the project if the developers failed to comply with the notice. However, the developers of Abdullah City have challenged the RDA’s notice in court.
Advice for Investors
Investors who have invested in Blue World City, Avalon City, or Abdullah City are advised to take the following steps:
- Contact the developers of the project and demand a refund.
- File a complaint with the RDA against the developers of the project.
- Consult with a lawyer to discuss your options.
Investors are also advised to avoid investing in unauthorized housing schemes in the future. Before investing in any housing scheme, investors should always check the following:
- Whether the project has the necessary approvals from the RDA.
- Whether the developers of the project have a good track record.
- Whether the project is located in a legal area.
Investors should also be wary of developers who make unrealistic promises or who offer discounts that are too good to be true.