Royal Orchard Multan Bylaws: Construction Rules & Approval Process

If you own property in Royal Orchard Multan or plan to construct a residential/commercial building, understanding the society’s bylaws is crucial. This guide breaks down all key regulations—from plot restrictions to documentation requirements—ensuring a smooth approval process.

Why Compliance with Royal Orchard Bylaws Matters?

Royal Orchard Multan enforces strict construction bylaws to maintain:
✅ Urban aesthetics (uniform building designs)
✅ Safety standards (structural integrity, fire safety)
✅ Infrastructure protection (roads, utilities)
✅ Environmental sustainability (landscaping, solar energy)

Non-compliance leads to:
❌ Fines (e.g., Rs 5,000/month for late completion certificates)
❌ Demolition of unauthorized construction
❌ Utility disconnections

Key Sections of Royal Orchard Multan Bylaws

1. Plot Regulations

• Corner Plots: 10% additional charges apply.
• Sub-Division:
  • Residential: Allowed only for 1000 sq yd plots (divided into two 500 sq yd units).
  • Commercial: Not permitted.
• Amalgamation: Multiple plots can merge for construction but require re-approval if separated later.
• Chamfering: Corner plots must have 5’x5’ (for <1 Kanal) or 10’x10’ (for ≥1 Kanal) tapering for traffic flow.

2. Mandatory Documents for Approval

Submit these with your BR forms (BR-1 to BR-12):

• Ownership Proof: Ford-e-Malkiat, Aks Shajra, possession letter.
• Technical Plans:
  • Structural drawings (signed by a registered architect).
  • Excavation, drainage, and landscape plans (required for 4+ Kanal plots).
  • Solar energy system design.
• NOCs:
  • WASA (with paid bills), Civil Defense (fire safety), EPA (for high-rises).
  • Civil Aviation Authority (if near flight paths).

3. Construction Rules

• Timeline:
  • Start within 3 years of plot possession.
  • Complete within 2 years of plan approval.
• Inspections: Required at 4 stages:
  1. Basement excavation
  2. Plinth level
  3. Up to 38 ft height
  4. Above 38 ft
• Penalties:
  • Rs 5,000/month for late completion certificates.
  • Demolition for unauthorized work.

4. Utility Connections

• Water:
  • No private borewells/pumps (fines + confiscation).
  • Extra charges for swimming pools/lawns.
• Sewerage:
  • Mandatory RCC septic tank before connecting to main lines.
  • Fines for illegal connections.
• Electric/Gas: Obtain directly from providers.

5. Safety & Environmental Rules

• Blasting: Prohibited.
• Ventilation:
  • Minimum 8% window-to-floor area ratio.
  • Internal air wells required for kitchens/toilets (size varies by building height).
• Landscaping: 4+ Kanal plots need tree plantations.

Step-by-Step Approval Process

1. Prepare Documents: Ownership papers, BR forms, NOCs, and technical drawings.
2. Submit Plans: 4 ammonia copies + 1 cloth copy to Building Control Department.
3. Wait for Sanction: Approval/rejection within 45 days (deemed approved if no response).
4. Begin Construction: Follow inspection stages.
5. Obtain Completion Certificate: Submit final drawings within 30 days of construction end.

Pro Tips to Avoid Penalties

🔹 Hire Registered Professionals: Architects/engineers must sign plans.
🔹 No Deviations: Revised drawings needed for changes.
🔹 Clear Debris: Remove construction waste within 7 days of completion.
🔹 Pay Dues On Time: Delays incur fines (e.g., non-construction penalties).

Need Help? Contact Royal Orchard Multan

• UAN: +92 61 111 444 475
• Address: Gate #1, Multan Public School Road, Multan