Reinforcing governance capacity across housing and planning authorities (LDA, RUDA, CDA, etc.), with emphasis on institutional accountability, regulatory coherence, and transparent oversight.
The Regulatory Institutions & Authorities pillar focuses on strengthening the governance and oversight of Pakistan’s housing and planning bodies. It emphasizes accountability, inter-agency coordination, and transparent decision-making to reduce overlaps, close regulatory gaps, and improve service delivery in urban and real estate management.
Aligning mandates of LDA, RUDA, CDA, and other authorities to eliminate duplication, streamline approvals, and foster unified urban development strategies.
Introducing audit systems, public disclosure requirements, and digital monitoring to ensure transparency and curb corruption within regulatory authorities.
Strengthening urban and housing laws, updating outdated regulations, and aligning policies with constitutional provisions and international standards.
Enhancing technical expertise, training programs, and institutional capacity for staff in planning, housing, and real estate authorities.
Deploying GIS mapping, blockchain registries, and digital platforms for land records, permits, and real-time performance monitoring.
Ensuring participatory governance through grievance redressal systems, citizen charters, and public consultations in housing and planning decisions.