KARACHI BUILDING &TOWN PLANNING REGULATIONS-2002 

CHAPTER 23 – GENERAL STANDARDS: COASTLINE RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT 

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23-1. Interim control area: 

As per the Karachi Coastal Recreation Development Plan entire 40 mile strip of Karachi Coastline right from Hub River estuary passing through Paradise Point, Hawkesbay, Manora and Western back-water, Eastern back-water and Clifton, Gizri Defence and Korangi Creek, Phitti Creek Kadera Creek and right upto Ghara Creek is an interim control area for the purpose of recreation and tourism. 

23-2. Sectors of Karachi Coastal Zone: 

The Karachi Coastal zone is divided into following sectors: A- From Hub River estuary upto Paradise Point. B- From Paradise Point upto Hawkesbay. C- From Hawkesbay to Manora including western back-water. D- Clifton including western back-water of China Creek. E- From Clifton to Gizri Creek upto Malir River Estuary. F- Korangi Creek, Phitti Creek, Kadero Creek and Gharo Creek. 

23-3. Environmental Planning Zones: 

The following environmental planning zones as per the Karachi Coastal Recreation Development Plan should be considered while planning a recreation scheme within coastal area. 

23-3.1. Conservation area: 

23.3.1.1. Where no infra-structural development is required nor access is allowed. 

23.3.1.2. Where controlled / limited infrastructural development may be allowed and public access may also be allowed. These include following areas along Hawkesbay and Sandspit and Manora Beach: green turtle, mangrave swamps, coral reef, oyster beds, Rock Pools and bird roasting and nesting sites. 

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23.3.2. Utilization Area: 

23.3.2.1. This is a sensitive area affecting other areas. The natural character of the area should be maintained or improved.

23.3.2.2. There are areas which are suitable for development. 

23.3.3. Area of concern: 

23-3.3.1. It is a developments and condition affecting area. Improvement in this area may be beneficial. 

23-3.3.2. Future developments may affect area, hence control is required. 

23.3.4. Restricted zone: 

23-3.4.1. Access is restricted within a radius of 1.24 miles (2 Km) of KANUP. No development is allowed. 

23-3.4.2. Public access may be allowed but no permanent structures may be constructed. 

23-4. Utilization Area (Aras for planning). 

23-4.1. These areas are suitable for development area marked as 3b. The coastal areas need special consideration both from the point of view of safety and to maintain their simple natural beauty which is the principle ingredient in their attraction to day-tippers and holiday makers. Expert views in the field of planning, architecture, oceanography, geography, engineering, environmental sciences and laws to be applied. 

23-4.2. The following aspects may be given special consideration in planning: 

23-4.2.1. Ample space between property line and high water line. 

23-4.2.2. Ample beach space per person. 

23-4.2.3. Location of car parking area away from the beach area. 

23-4.2.4. Design of marinas and pairs etc. may not hamper free flow of tides. 

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23-4.2.5. Prepare arrangement for garbage collection, waste water disposal etc. 

23-4.2.6. Safety measures to check pollution of the sea by beach activities. 

23-4.2.7. Safety measures such as life-guard and medical aid. 

23-4.2.8. Arrangement for fire fighting, alarming system in case of tidal waves, cyclone etc. 

23-5. Building Regulations 

Each Recreation and amusement project requires special design compatible with most modern facilities and buildings in other parts of the world, both for holiday makers and for local and foreign tourists for development of tourism. A proper feasibility of the project is to be drawn by the Consultants covering all aspects and the maximum gross density should not exceed 25 persons per acre.

23-5.1. Sanitation and drainage facilities will be provided to the maximum efficiency for the disposal of waste water and removal of solid waste without polluting the Coastline 

23-5.2. As a special feature any other special element, building, equipment may be allowed. Innovative structures and buildings of special architectural character may be allowed. 

23-5.3. Following land use composition shall be allowed for recreation project: % of total Acres/hectare 

23-5.3.1. Boarding and lodging area 20 

23-5.3.2. Open area with landscaping For recreation 70 

23-5.3.3. Circulation roads and Car Parking Area 10 

23-5.3.4. A plot ratio of 1:1 shall be used for all buildings for hotels, motels, amusement halls. 

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23-5.3.5. Recreation project may include hotels, motels for boarding and lodging, restaurant, marina clubs, swimming pools, casino, yachting clubs, boating basins, Dolphine Parks and other modern types of amusements and water based recreation without damaging the natural environment of the Coastline. 

23-5.3.6. Large open space for car parking along the approach road will be provided. Proper car parking facilities will be designed.