The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has issued a final show-cause notice to the Yar Muhammad Scheme in Bani Gala, Islamabad, over alleged unauthorized development.

The CDA has directed the scheme’s management to immediately stop all unapproved construction, development, marketing, plot transfers and property allotments.

According to the notice, the scheme was developed without the required approval of its Layout Plan (LOP) and No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the CDA. The authority said this violated the CDA Ordinance, Islamabad zoning regulations and rules governing private housing schemes.

The CDA said the developers had previously been warned through regulatory notices issued between 2016 and 2025 but allegedly failed to comply.

The scheme has now been given seven days to remove unauthorized structures, discontinue illegal land use and provide a written response to the notice.

If the developers fail to comply, the CDA said it will proceed without further notice and may demolish illegal structures and seal the scheme’s offices. The expenses incurred during enforcement and restoration will be recovered from those responsible.

The CDA also cited judgments of the Supreme Court and Islamabad High Court supporting action against unauthorized developments in Bani Gala.

The notice was also sent to the ICT Administration, Islamabad Police, IESCO, SNGPL, SECP and PID. Utility companies were asked to withhold connections for unauthorized structures, while relevant authorities were directed to prevent further marketing and promotion of the scheme.