Construction in DHA Phase 1
The oldest, most mature DHA Lahore sector — large 1 Kanal and 2 Kanal homes, deep tree cover, and a steady stream of renovation work.
About construction in DHA Phase 1
DHA Phase 1 is where DHA Lahore started. The sector is fully built up with 1 Kanal and 2 Kanal estates, many of them 25–30 years old. Most of the active construction here is renovation, basement addition, or full demolition-and-rebuild on inherited plots. Land coverage is more relaxed than newer phases because the building bylaws have evolved over time, but DHA still enforces the F15, S5, R5 setbacks on any new map submission. Material delivery is easy thanks to wide carpeted streets, and our crews can usually start excavation within a week of map approval.
What's distinctive about DHA Phase 1
- Mature canopy, 1 Kanal and 2 Kanal estates dominate the streetscape
- Renovation and demolition-and-rebuild is the bulk of new work here
- Quick material delivery — wide internal roads, no congestion choke-points
- Older sewerage means we always re-check foundation drainage on rebuilds
Commercial hubs
- DHA Y Block Commercial
- Phase 1 Main Boulevard
Nearby landmarks
- Lahore Cantt
- Allama Iqbal Road
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Marla | 25×45 ft | G+1 | 65% | F5, S3, R3 |
| 7 Marla | 30×53 ft | G+1 | 65% | F5, S3, R3 |
| 8 Marla | 30×60 ft | G+2 | 60% | F10, S3, R3 |
| 10 Marla | 35×65 ft | G+2 | 60% | F10, S3, R3 |
| 1 Kanal | 50×90 ft | G+2 | 55% | F15, S5, R5 |
| 2 Kanal | 100×90 ft | G+2 | 50% | F20, S7, R7 |
Other phases in DHA Lahore
Build the comparison out — every Lahore phase has a different character.
DHA Phase 2
Quiet, fully developed Lahore phase with established 1 Kanal homes — the renovation and basement-addition belt.
DHA Phase 3
Compact, mostly built-up phase along Wahdat Road — strong demand for renovations and elevation upgrades.
DHA Phase 4
Connected to Lahore Cantt — quiet, residential, and a regular destination for our turnkey teams.
DHA Phase 5
The face of DHA Lahore — luxury 1 Kanal and 2 Kanal homes, Sector L commercial, Broadway nightlife.
DHA Phase 6
The most active construction phase in DHA Lahore — modern grids, Broadway commercial, and our biggest project pipeline.
DHA Phase 7
Spacious newer phase with strong 10 Marla and 1 Kanal supply — DHA Lahore's family-mover destination.
DHA Phase 1 construction — FAQ
How much does construction cost in DHA Phase 1 in 2026?
In DHA Phase 1, grey structure runs at PKR 2,200 – 3,200 / sqft and turnkey at PKR 5,500 – 8,500 / sqft in 2026, in line with DHA Lahore rates. The exact figure depends on your plot size, the number of floors and the finish level, so we confirm a written rate once we've seen your drawings.
What plot sizes can you build on in DHA Phase 1?
The popular plot sizes in DHA Phase 1 are 1 Kanal, 2 Kanal. We build on each of them within DHA's coverage limits, elevation caps and setback rules. Send us your plot size and we'll outline what you can build before quoting.
How long does a build take in DHA Phase 1?
A typical 1 Kanal home in DHA Phase 1 takes around 10 to 14 months from excavation to turnkey handover, depending on the plot size, design complexity and finish level. We share a realistic, phase-by-phase schedule with every written quote.
Do you handle DHA map approval for DHA Phase 1?
Yes. We prepare the bylaw-compliant drawing set and submit it to DHA building control for you. DHA works to a 20-working-day target for approval once a complete submission is in — that is a target rather than a guarantee, and timing depends on document completeness and office workload.
For an instant figure by plot size and finish, use the Lahore cost calculator.
Building in DHA Phase 1?
Send us your plot number and we'll come back within 24 hours with a 2026 written quote and a realistic timeline.