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CDA Plans to Shift I-10 and I-11 Garbage to I-9, Proposes Waste Collection Fees
By Mariam Khan
Real Estate Analyst
3 min read
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) plans to transfer accumulated garbage from between Islamabad's I-10 and I-11 sectors to a designated facility in I-9. The facility is expected to become operational within two to three months. Officials also discussed introducing waste-collection charges for residential areas, although no final fee schedule was announced. The plans were reported on October 20, 2026. The changes could improve sanitation conditions around residential and commercial properties while adding municipal service costs. Government announcements are also published by the Press Information Department.
Why the I-9 Facility Is Described as Expected
The facility is expected to be operational in two to three months. The reports we have seen do not say whether it is built, what its capacity is or how the garbage will be moved. We therefore treat the timeline as the CDA's expectation and not as a commitment, and we do not say that the move will happen on time.
What Is Planned for the I-10 and I-11 Garbage
The plan is to transfer accumulated garbage from between the I-10 and I-11 sectors. The reports do not say how much garbage has built up, how long it has been there or when the transfer will begin. We do not describe the condition of the site beyond the word "accumulated".
Why Collection Fees Are a Discussion, Not a Decision
Officials discussed introducing waste-collection charges for residential areas. No final fee schedule was announced. The reports do not say what the charges might be, who would pay them or when they would start. We therefore treat them as a proposal. Households should not assume a particular amount, and we do not give one.
Why This Matters for Property Occupants
Better waste management can improve sanitation around homes and businesses. Collection charges, if introduced, would add to the running costs of occupying property, and they could affect owners and tenants. The reports do not link either change to property values or rents, and we do not claim any effect.
What This Means for Residents, Owners and Tenants
Residents of the sectors near I-9, I-10 and I-11 should watch for CDA notices about the facility and its operation. Owners and tenants should not expect a charge until a schedule is announced. The signals to watch are a published fee schedule, the date the I-9 facility opens, the start of the garbage transfer and any consultation with residents.