Commercial Property Lease Extension renewal, Most commercial properties in Islamabad were allotted on an initial 33‑year lease, which is now expiring for almost all sectors. Lease extension renewal is a mandatory legal requirement to retain ownership and usage rights for another 33‑year term.
APPLICABLE COMMERCIAL AREAS & PROPERTY TYPES
CDA lease extension applies to all major commercial categories, including:
- Blue Area (Commercial Buildings & Shops)
- Commercial plots & plazas in G‑6 to G‑11
- Commercial plots & plazas in F‑6 to F‑11
- E‑7 Commercial Properties
- Industrial Plots
- Petrol Pumps / Filling Stations
- I&T Centers
- Hotels & Motels
- Class‑III Shopping Centers
1. What is CDA lease extension for commercial properties?
CDA lease extension is the formal renewal of a commercial property lease for a further 33 years after expiry of the original lease period.
2. Is lease extension renewal mandatory for commercial properties?
Yes. Lease extension is compulsory under CDA regulations. Without renewal, the property becomes non‑compliant and may face penalties, transfer restrictions, or cancellation proceedings.
3. What is the lease extension renewal fee for commercial properties?
The lease extension fee is 1% of the property value, calculated on the basis of recent CDA auction rates, as assessed by the CDA Accounts & Finance Wing.
4. When should commercial lease extension renewal be applied?
Applications should be filed before or immediately after lease expiry. Late submission may result in surcharge or penalties.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR COMMERCIAL LEASE EXTENSION renewal (33 YEARS)
The following documents must be submitted to CDA:
- Written application addressed to CDA for lease extension renewal
- CNIC copies of owner(s) – attested by a Gazetted Officer
- Three (3) passport‑size photographs – attested
- Three specimen signatures/thumb impressions of owner(s) – attested by a Gazetted Officer
- Proof of payment of lease extension fee (1% of valuation as determined by CDA)
- Affidavit / Undertaking as prescribed by CDA
HOW GHANDHARA ESTATE CAN ASSIST YOU
Ghandhara Estate provides professional assistance on service‑fee basis for:
- CDA Commercial Lease Extension renewal (33 years)
- Property Transfer & Family Transfer
- Gift Transfer
- Legal Heirs Transfer
- Completion Certificate
- Issuance of CTC
- Coordination with CDA & follow‑ups
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Office: Office‑8, 1st Floor, 1‑Y Crescent Plaza, F‑10 Markaz, Islamabad
DISCLAIMER
The above information is provided for general public awareness and has been compiled from relevant authorities. CDA rules, fees, and procedures are subject to change. Ghandhara Estate does not represent CDA but offers professional facilitation services.