Construction in DHA Phase 1
Karachi's original DHA — 1 Kanal estates, sea-side proximity, and the oldest construction stock in the city.
About construction in DHA Phase 1
DHA Phase 1 is where DHA Karachi began. Plots are mostly 1 Kanal and 2 Kanal, fully built up with homes that are now 30–40 years old. Most of the active construction in Phase 1 is renovation, basement addition, or full reconstruction. The proximity to the Arabian Sea adds a layer of complexity to every build — we mandate anti-corrosion treatment on all rebar and use epoxy-coated steel as standard in this phase. Material delivery routes via Khayaban-e-Iqbal are well-established but can be tight during peak hours.
What's distinctive about DHA Phase 1
- Oldest stock in DHA Karachi — bulk of work is renovation or rebuild
- Coastal humidity mandates epoxy-coated rebar and anti-corrosion concrete
- Khayaban-e-Iqbal is the primary material delivery artery
- Higher per-sqft rates than inland DHA cities due to salinity protection
Commercial hubs
- Khayaban-e-Iqbal Commercial
- Phase 1 Market
Nearby landmarks
- Clifton
- Sea View
Plot sizes & bylaws in DHA Phase 1
What you can build, how much you can cover, and what setbacks apply.
| Plot | Dimensions | Elevation | Coverage | Setbacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Kanal | 50×90 ft | G+2 | 55% | F15, S5, R5 |
Other phases in DHA Karachi
Build the comparison out — every Karachi phase has a different character.
DHA Phase 2
Classic DHA Karachi — 1 Kanal residential, Korangi Road frontage, and active renovation demand.
DHA Phase 4
Mature 1 Kanal residential phase along Khayaban-e-Shaheen — well-connected, well-built, well-trafficked.
DHA Phase 5
Karachi's premium DHA address — luxury reconstructions, basement-and-pool standard, top-tier turnkey specs.
DHA Phase 6
Active 10 Marla and 1 Kanal construction phase — Karachi's busiest grey-structure pipeline.
DHA Phase 7
The 10 Marla and 1 Kanal value belt — strong supply, modern infrastructure, family-mover destination.
DHA Phase 8
The newest DHA Karachi expansion — Zone A, B, C, plus coastal frontage and biggest plot inventory.
Building in DHA Phase 1?
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