CDA urged to crack down on illegal commercial activities in Islamabad residential areas

Residents are demanding that the Capital Development Authority (CDA) act immediately to address the widespread violations of zoning laws in Islamabad’s residential sectors, where a number of illegal commercial ventures, including clinics, hostels, and even international media outlets, are operating. This increase in commercial activity is causing significant disruption, resulting in increased traffic congestion, parking issues, and environmental concerns. Critics argue that Islamabad’s residents should be treated with the same level of protection and respect for their residential environments as major international cities like London and Dubai, citing their strict zoning enforcement as a model for Islamabad to follow.