Central Business District Lahore – The New Economic Core of Punjab
CBD Lahore Projects
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CDB Lahore
Welcome to Pakistan’s first central business district, “CBD Lahore,” which puts Pakistan on the map of global business districts and where we promise to ensure bespoke and innovative real estate supply to contribute to national development.
Location
The site spans across 105 hectares and is situated between Walton Train Station to the South and the Sports Pork to the North. It is connected by Gulberg Boulevard Road on the North-west and Ferozpur Road on the South-West.
The location is also adequately served by public transportation. with the Lahore Metro with multiple stops across Ferozpur Road and Walton Train Station at the Southern end, which connects it to the countrywide rail network.
Mixed-Used Towers
Lahore Prime (Kalma Chowk – Ferozepur Road – Main Boulevard Gulberg) Lahore Central Business District Development Authority (LCBDDA) proudly presents a unique opportunity for businesses, a remarkable project of five high-rise signature towers, a mixed-use complex, banks, hotels, or other promising business centers.
Environment-Friendly Projects
Lahore Central Business District Development Authority (LCBDDA) has been mandated to develop environment-friendly, urban regeneration projects on vertical principals that would enhance the characteristics of the city through walkable urbanism and smart infrastructure.
CBD Lahore Downtown Location
Lahore Downtown is a government-backed project via the Punjab Central Business District Development Authority (also known as CBD Punjab). CBD Punjab is contributing to the smart and state-of-the-art urbanization of Pakistan and has thus amalgamated resources to build a business community like never before seen in the country or the region. Lahore Downtown, as part of Lahore’s first Central Business District on par with those of the world, is coming soon with the vision of state-of-the-art facilities, sustainable operations, and favorable by-laws.
CBD Lahore Prime Location
5 commercial plots adjacent to Kalma Chowk, Ferozpur Road, Main Boulevard, and Gulberg; Lahore Prime is a government-backed project by CBD Punjab contributing to the urbanization of Pakistan and thus has amalgamated resources to build a business community never seen before in the country or the region. mega-high-rise development with favorable bylaws.
Master Plan CBD Lahore
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Central Business District (CBD Punjab) transforms Lahore into a bold, vertical, investment-driven metropolis. Therefore, investors, corporates, developers, and global brands shift their focus toward this emerging zone. Meanwhile, Lahore finally moves from horizontal sprawl toward a smart, compact, high-density financial center.
Consequently, CBD Punjab now stands as the most strategic commercial district in Pakistan, offering premium real estate, unmatched connectivity, and a development model that directly aligns with global business districts.
1. Vision of CBD Punjab
CBD Punjab introduces a futuristic urban model. Therefore, the district encourages vertical growth, sustainable planning, and high-value commercial activity. Moreover, the project creates new economic corridors, generates employment, and builds a modern skyline for Lahore.
Similarly, the authority designs CBD around green mobility, structured zoning, and international-grade commercial planning. As a result, investors enjoy long-term returns, liquidity, and brand-driven demand.
2. Strategic Location
CBD Punjab sits in the heart of Lahore, right along Gulberg Main Boulevard and Ferozepur Road. Consequently, businesses access every major zone within minutes.
Furthermore, the location links with:
- Gulberg commercial belt
- Kalma Chowk underpass and flyovers
- M.M. Alam Road
- Liberty Market
- Lahore Cantonment
- Lahore Ring Road
- Metro Bus and Orange Line
- LDA City corridor
Thus, CBD Lahore evolves into the most connected commercial point in the province.
3. Zoning Structure of CBD Punjab
CBD Punjab divides into three major zones, each serving a different economic function.
CBD Phase 1 – Lahore Prime Zone
First, CBD Lahore Prime Zone brings high-rise commercial towers, international brands, hotels, retail avenues, and corporate headquarters. Therefore, local and international companies choose CBD as their home base.
CBD Phase 2 – Lahore Downtown
Next, CBD Downtown introduces a modern skyline with mixed-use towers, entertainment corridors, shopping gallerias, hospitality zones, and business hotels. Consequently, the district strengthens Lahore’s tourism and commercial activity.
CBD Phase 3 – Lahore Digital District
Finally, the Digital District accelerates tech innovation, startup ecosystems, and IT-enabled services. Moreover, global tech partners plan anchor campuses and innovation labs here, which increases demand for commercial and residential spaces.
4. Project Components
Commercial High-Rise District
CBD enables premium office towers, global franchises, tech parks, and business centers. Thus, corporations move operations into a futuristic environment with smarter infrastructure.
Mixed-Use Lifestyle Towers
Developers design towers with hotels, corporate floors, branded residences, serviced apartments, and luxury retail. Therefore, CBD becomes a walkable, integrated district.
Green Public Spaces
The district includes green pockets, pedestrian walkways, water features, and recreational zones. Consequently, CBD merges nature with high-density business activity.
Smart Infrastructure
CBD brings:
- High-capacity smart utilities
- 5G-ready infrastructure
- Intelligent traffic systems
- Underground power corridors
- Modern parking structures
Thus, investors secure long-term project stability and performance.
5. Investment Opportunities in CBD Lahore
CBD offers Pakistan’s highest commercial potential, and therefore, investors move aggressively toward this new business hub.
Commercial Plots
Investors acquire plots for high-rise commercial towers, corporate offices, hospitality, and retail complexes. Since CBD offers limited commercial inventory, values grow rapidly.
Mixed-Use Developments
Developers integrate residential, commercial, and hospitality functions into single towers. As a result, rental yields strengthen and capital appreciation accelerates.
Branded Offices & Retail Spaces
Retail brands choose CBD for flagship stores. Meanwhile, corporate tenants prefer purpose-built office floors with global infrastructure.
6. Why Investors Choose CBD Lahore
Investors shift toward CBD Punjab because:
- The project sits at the most premium location in Lahore
- The district introduces vertical, high-density planning
- Commercial zones offer scarcity value and rising demand
- Global companies express interest in premium office spaces
- CBD delivers long-term appreciation and rental performance
- The authority maintains strong governance and structured development
Consequently, CBD becomes Pakistan’s most attractive commercial investment hub.
7. Development Progress
CBD Punjab now moves through rapid development cycles. Therefore, infrastructure, access roads, utilities, and zoning approvals move forward in steady phases. Meanwhile, the authority continues approving new high-rise proposals, tower concepts, and mixed-use designs.
Thus, investors gain confidence and enter the project aggressively.
8. Future Prospects
CBD will reshape Lahore’s economy over the next decade. Therefore, the district attracts multinational companies, hotel chains, tech startups, and corporate headquarters.
Furthermore:
- High-rise skyline
- Digital enterprise district
- Luxury hospitality
- Smart mobility
- Retail promenades
- Entertainment corridors
Together, these elements turn CBD Lahore into Pakistan’s most advanced financial and lifestyle center.
9. Why Choose eProperty.pk for CBD Investments
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For premium commercial plots, tower partnerships, joint ventures, and mixed-use planning, connect directly with your trusted CBD specialist.
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Upcoming projects in CBD Lahore
Sirius
Located in the heart of Lahore on CBD Punjab Boulevard 24 Kanals Kanals of land with an approved build height of 750 ft. Raising the skyline of Lahore,connecting the land to the stars.
Upcoming projects in CBD Lahore
The Run Way
A launchpad for all international retail brands that have yet to arrive in Pakistan, as well as the central area of the city for all high-end retail shopping needs.
Upcoming projects in CBD Lahore
The Node
A space that nurtures entrepreneurship, a place where startups are encouraged, and a welcome space for top brands from all walks of life to set up their corporate offices.
Upcoming projects in CBD Lahore
SANO – The Health District
The best name to be in the Medical Sector. The Health District at CBD Punjab will host a state-of-the-art Medical Facility, and a teaching institution that resonates with the biggest Medical Institutions of the world.
Upcoming projects in CBD Lahore
The Regalia
The Branded Residence experiecne for the first time high end exclusive by invitation only residence with all the luxurious amenities you can think of. CBD takes the exclusive and luxury living experience to whole new level.
Remodeling of Kalma Chowk
Punjab Central Business District Development Authority (PCBDDA) has awarded the contract for the construction of CBD Boulevard and the remodeling of Kalma Chowk underpass to National Logistic Cell (NLC).
Executive Director Technical PCBDDA Riaz Hussain said on Monday that after completing the formalities, the contract was awarded to NLC. Three government-owned organizations participated in the bid including National Construction Company (NCC) and Frontier Works Organization (FWO).
He further added that the contract was awarded to NLC at the quoted price of Rs4.218 billion PKR. The authority has already allocated a budget of approx. Rs5 billion PKR for CBD Boulevard and the remodelling of the Kalma Chowk underpass.
The 365-meter-long Boulevard will be constructed in two phases within a time span of 180 days. The project will provide a signal-free corridor from Barkat Market and Ali Zaib Road to Jail Road. The master plan was designed to give a hassle-free easy entry and exit to Pakistan’s first business district.
While expressing his views about the project CEO, Punjab Central Business District Development Authority, Imran Amin said the project would be a landmark of excellence in the infrastructure development of Punjab.
“There is a healthy working relationship with NLC and with our mutual cooperation and efforts we will turn this dream into reality. NLC has the capacity to deliver this project within the deadline,” he said.
DG National Logistic Cell Maj-Gen Yousaf Jamal said, “Winning this contract is a moment of immense pride that NLC has once again chosen to play its role in national development. We assure you that high-quality standards will be maintained and will complete the project on time”.
This project will be an amenity for all the residents of Lahore, which will not only provide swift entry and exit from the adjoining areas but will be beneficial in different ways including modern infrastructure development, easy mobility, a green sustainable environment and traffic flow uniformity.
Source: The News
CBD has generated over pkr 35.89 billion in Downtown Lahore
Lahore Central Business District Development Authority has generated over 35.89 billion in revenue through the auction of 7 commercial plots of Lahore’s first Downtown. CBD Punjab is going to be Pakistan’s first environment friendly and comprehensively planned business district.
Lahore CBD Downtown 7 sold at 6,146,000,000
Plot Size: 14 Kanal
FAR Ratio: 1:15
Reserve Price per Kanal: 15 crore
Mixed Use, High Rise
Access from CBD Boulevard Gulberg Lahore
Lahore CBD Downtown 6 sold at 5,286,000,000
Plot Size: 12 Kanal
FAR Ratio: 1:15
Reserve Price per Kanal: 15 crore
Mixed Use, High Rise
Access from CBD Boulevard Gulberg Lahore
Lahore CBD Downtown 5 sold at PKR 4,210,000,000
Plot Size: 10 Kanal
FAR Ratio: 1:15
Reserve Price per Kanal: 15 crore
Mixed Use, High Rise
Access from CBD Boulevard Gulberg Lahore
Lahore CBD Downtown 4 sold at PKR 3,600,000,000
Plot Size: 10 Kanal
FAR Ratio: 1:15
Reserve Price per Kanal: 15 crore
Mixed Use, High Rise
Access from CBD Boulevard Gulberg Lahore
Lahore CBD Downtown 3 sold at PKR 4,085,000,000
Plot Size: 10 Kanal
FAR Ratio: 1:15
Reserve Price per Kanal: 15 crore
Mixed Use, High Rise
Access from CBD Boulevard Gulberg Lahore
Lahore CBD Downtown 2 sold at PKR 5,010,000,000
Plot Size: 12 Kanal
FAR Ratio: 1:15
Reserve Price per Kanal: 15 crore
Mixed Use, High Rise
Access from CBD Boulevard Gulberg Lahore
Lahore CBD Downtown 1 sold at PKR 6,552,000,000
Plot Size: 14 Kanal
FAR Ratio: 1:15
Reserve Price per Kanal: 15 crore
Mixed Use, High Rise
Access from CBD Boulevard Gulberg Lahore
Lahore First Downtown at CBD Punjab, Main Boulevard Gulberg
Grand Open Auction of 7 Commercial plots on 5-year payment plan
Lahore Central Business District Development Authority brings Lahore first planned Downtown. A unique prospect for businesses to obtain premium mix-use commercial plots on a buy to build basis via open auction. A lifetime chance to build ultra-high-rise- signature towers, mix-use complexes, financial towers, digital hubs or any promising business center.
Salient Features:
DOWNTOWN-1
14 KANAL – FAR 1:15
DOWNTOWN 2
12 KANAL – FAR 1:15
DOWNTOWN 3
10 KANAL – FAR 1:15
DOWNTOWN 4
10 KANAL – FAR 1;15
DOWNTOWN 5
10 KANAL – FAR 1:15
DOWNTOWN 6
12 KANAL – FAR 1:15
DOWNTOWN 7
14- KANAL – FAR 1:15
Brochures are available at the LCBDDA office on payment of Rs. 25,000/- (Pay order, Bank Draft – Non-Refundable)
For Further details: Visit CBD Punjab House 60-A, Garden Block, Garden Town, Lahore
https://lcbda.punjab.gov.pk/
CBD Lahore First auction fetches Rs21.6 bn from five plots
LAHORE: The first auction of the Walton Airport land was made successful in the second attempt Tuesday as the Lahore Central Business District Development Authority (LCBDDA) managed to fetch Rs21.588 billion from the sale of the five plots.
The first of auction failed due to multiple reasons. Following the first failing attempt, the LCBDDA kept the public away from the Tuesday auction while only interested auctioneers were allowed to enter the auction place. The LCBDDA also commonly known as Central Business District (CBD) Tuesday auctioned five plots with total 62 kanals. Overall, 13 local and international individuals and consortiums participated in the bidding process.
The biggest size of plot with total land of 18 kanals fetched Rs7.632 billion price. The reserve price of the plot was fixed at Rs160 million per kanal while it was auctioned at final bid of Rs424 million. Thus the CBD was able to fetch Rs7.632 billion against the plot.
The successful bidder was a consortium of local and Turkish builder named Nova City Developers and Bayraktar Insaat (Turkish real estate giant). The second plot measuring 11 kanals with reserve auction price of Rs 160 million per kanal was managed to auction at Rs382 million per kanal.
The CBD got Rs4.202 billion of total price of the plot from successful bidder AEC, Lahore. The third plot auction measuring 10 kanals with reserve price of Rs140 million per kanal was auctioned at Rs284 million per kanal. M. Abbas Khan was the successful bidder of the plot with auction money of Rs 2.84 billion.
Two plots were taken by Pakistan Corporate Consortium. The size of the plots is 10 and 13 kanal each. The reserve price of 10 kanal plot was Rs 140 million per kanal while it auctioned at Rs284.5 million per kanal. The CBD fetched Rs2.845 billion against the plot.
The reserve price of 13 kanal plot was Rs160 million per kanal and finally auctioned at Rs 313 million per kanal. The total auctioned price of the plot was Rs4.069 billion.
Speaking on the occasion, LCBDDA CEO Imran Amin said the project will be a sign of inspiration and a class of new beginning in the field of construction.The CBD team is striving to put every effort for the success of this project and sincerely hopes that it will benefit all the stakeholders.
According to a statement, sharing views on successful auction of Pakistan’s first business district, Punjab Chief Minister Usman Buzdar said he was overwhelmed to announce about the successful auction event that LCBDDA aimed to provide to the people an appropriate ecosystem and infrastructure supporting the livelihood of city dwellers.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/889584-walton-airport-land-first-auction-fetches-rs21-6-bn-from-five-plots