Karachi (December 11, 2018): The Supreme Court on Tuesday withdrew its order banning high-rise constructions beyond six floors in the metropolis.
A three-judge bench headed by Chief Justice of Pakistan Justice Mian Saqib Nisar heard a petition filed by Association of Builders and Developers (ABD) against the ban on high-rise constructions at the SC’s Karachi Registry.
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After a brief hearing, the SC withdrew its order banning high-rise constructions beyond six floors and simultaneously directed constructions to continue as per law in the city.
“As per Sindh Building Control Authority laws, high-rise buildings can be constructed,” the bench stated.
Further, Justice Nisar remarked, “Along with the industry Bahria Town will also benefit.”
Six months ago, the Supreme Court had banned high-rise constructions beyond six floors in Karachi.
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