DHA, an abbreviation for Defense Housing Authority, is one of the best-planned housing societies in Pakistan. DHA was originally built for army officers (as Civil & Defense Officers Cooperative Housing Society and later as Lahore Cantonment Cooperative Housing Society – LCCHS), but is now a popular destination for potential residents and businessmen. DHA is a popular residential area, mainly for the affluent of Pakistan. It is growing immensely with new phases being added from time to time. The Lahore Ring Road has provided easy access to DHA from all parts of the city. Properties in DHA Lahore rank high in price in the Lahore real estate market.
Currently, DHA has seven phases, from phase 1 to phase 7 that are open for possession by the civilian population. The remaining four phases, from phase 8 to 11 are either in the process of development or are in the planning phase. The phases are well planned with street numbers and area plans. DHA is a well-guided society with boards at all important points. Phases 1,2,3 date some years back but the phases of 4,5,6 and 7 have all the latest facilities available.
The overall plan of Phases 1 to 4 displays an older style of town development with narrower roads and grassy areas, no underground wiring for electrification, and no sector mosques. Phase 5,6 and 7 being the most recent in terms of planning and development show sixty feet roads as well as broader streets, with underground electrification and each sector or block having its own mosque and a park.
A House in DHA ranges in size from 5 marlas to 2 kanal. The houses have an approved architectural plan, a fixed roof height limit, and a fixed gate height limit. This gives the society a balanced, uniform look. Every house must have a garden which gives DHA its evergreen look. The residents of DHA enjoy unmatched luxury and facilities. The medical center in DHA, The National Hospital, is a house for experienced doctors and the hospital equipped with the best medical facilities. DHA has big supermarkets with all brands available.
A number of restaurants, local and international, are also open at different locations around DHA. Education facilities are at its peak. A number of private institutions have sprouted in DHA along with DHA’s own education system (from kindergarten to university). DHA is also home to Pakistan’s best university LUMS. DHA has a very active security department that is vigilant and maintains a security force for any accidental situation or hazard. CCTV network is spread all around DHA for the safety of its residents.
To own a house in DHA or property in DHA is no doubt a dream for many. DHA no doubt offers the best quality of living and a class like no other.
