LDA City Lahore Map, Location, Sectors & Latest Updates
View the current LDA City Lahore map and explore this major Lahore Development Authority housing project covering Jinnah Sector and Iqbal Sector. This guide brings together the project's location, access routes, blocks, development status, possession milestones, balloting history and map, residential and commercial areas, buyer-verification guidance and important historical announcements in one central resource.
View LDA City Lahore Map ↓Current layout plan · Jinnah Sector · Iqbal Sector · Blocks · PDF download
Content reviewed & refreshed: 13 September 2026
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Latest LDA City Lahore Prices, Business Bay & Buyer Guides
Use the specialist pages below for current market data and detailed transaction guidance. This main page remains the central project guide so daily prices and time-sensitive updates are not unnecessarily duplicated.
What Is LDA City Lahore?
LDA City Lahore is a large planned housing development associated with the Lahore Development Authority and has evolved through land acquisition, file allocation, plot balloting, infrastructure development and phased possession.
People searching for LDA City Lahore often have very different needs. A home builder may want to know which blocks have possession and usable access. A file holder may be waiting for allocation or balloting. A plot buyer may be comparing Jinnah Sector and Iqbal Sector. A commercial buyer may be studying Business Bay or earlier commercial schemes. The correct answer therefore depends on the exact sector, block, plot or file category.
The project is commonly discussed in two principal sectors: Jinnah Sector, the older and more developed portion, and Iqbal Sector, the expanding area where development and allocation-related activity remains especially important. These sectors should not be treated as having identical possession, infrastructure or market conditions.
Jinnah Sector
More mature development, multiple possession milestones and growing relevance for buyers who want on-ground plots or eventual construction.
Iqbal Sector
A developing sector followed closely for future infrastructure, file allocation and balloting-related opportunities.
Commercial Areas
Include historical commercial schemes and newer commercial concepts such as Business Bay, each requiring date-specific verification.
LDA City Lahore Latest News & Important Updates
The most useful current signals are official possession, published LDA status/ballot services and visible development—not recycled promotional claims.
Business Bay Ballot – September 2026
The latest LDA offering included 40 four-Marla commercial plots in LDA City Business Bay. The official LDA advertisement showed a rate of Rs 75 lakh per Marla, equal to an approximate base value of Rs 3 crore for 4 Marla. The computerized ballot was held on 9 September 2026, with payment spread over three years.
Read the complete Business Bay price, ballot & installment history →
Development Charges – Verify the Latest Individual Challan
The latest broadly verified public dues deadline was extended to 6 January 2025. In 2026, buyers should not rely on that old date as a current deadline: generate or verify the latest LDA challan for the exact file/plot. LDA challans can carry late-payment markup and the final liability is property-specific.
Possession Has Become a Major Project Milestone
APP reported in September 2025 that more than 6,500 plots had received possession across LDA City. The same report said possession of more than 2,800 plots in A1, B1, H and L of Jinnah Sector had been opened.
Official Online Verification Matters More Than Ever
LDA's website provides LDA City status access, one-window application tracking, sifting-status services and ballot-result resources. Buyers should use these official tools alongside physical site inspection.
LDA City Lahore Jinnah Sector
Jinnah Sector is the older and more established development zone of LDA City Lahore and contains many of the project's best-known residential blocks.
Search interest around LDA City Jinnah Sector commonly focuses on possession blocks, construction, block-wise plots, access roads, development progress and plot prices. Because Jinnah Sector has passed through several phases of infrastructure and possession, buyers should distinguish between an allocated plot, a developed plot, a possession plot and a plot that is practically ready for immediate building activity.
Jinnah Sector Development
Jinnah Sector has recorded major infrastructure and possession progress over time. The strongest recent possession evidence is the September 2025 APP report naming A1, B1, H and L. Other blocks may have separate possession or development histories, so their exact status should be checked plot by plot rather than inferred from neighboring blocks.
Historical Jinnah Sector / Phase 1 Project Data
Earlier information preserved on this page recorded approximately 11,397 plots across 5,871 Kanal in the original Jinnah Sector / Phase 1 dataset. This is historical project information, not a statement of current unsold inventory.
| Plot Size | Historical Recorded Quantity | How to Use This Data |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Kanal | 85 plots | Historical planning reference only |
| 1 Kanal | 2,288 plots | Historical planning reference only |
| 10 Marla | 4,231 plots | Historical planning reference only |
| 5 Marla | 4,783 plots | Historical planning reference only |
LDA City Lahore Iqbal Sector
Iqbal Sector is closely followed by file holders and investors because future development, allocation and balloting can materially change the status of an individual property.
A search for LDA City Iqbal Sector may refer to files, balloted plots, blocks, maps, development work or future possession. These are not interchangeable. An Iqbal Sector file may not yet represent the same on-ground position as a demarcated possession plot in a mature Jinnah Sector block.
Development
Inspect road formation, drainage, access and surrounding civil works instead of relying only on a sector-level label.
Files
Verify file category, entitlement/exemption documentation where relevant, LDA record and current market before buying.
Balloting
Use official LDA announcements for confirmed dates, eligible categories and results. Market expectations are not official dates.
For current file prices, see LDA City Lahore Files Rates. For plots and block-wise plot-market information, see LDA City Lahore Plots for Sale.
LDA City Lahore Possession Status
Possession is one of the most important search topics because it changes a property's practical use, construction potential and buyer profile.
What Does Possession Mean for a Buyer?
Possession generally indicates that the authority has advanced the property to a stage where the allottee can proceed with possession-related formalities. It does not eliminate the need to confirm dues, demarcation, road access, building-plan requirements, available utilities and any plot-specific restrictions.
Possession Plot vs Non-Possession Plot
| Factor | Possession Plot | Non-Possession / Developing Plot |
|---|---|---|
| Physical use | May be closer to construction subject to approvals | Usually requires more development or authority progress |
| Verification | Plot, possession letter, dues, demarcation and utilities | Allocation, development status, documentation and future timeline |
| Buyer type | Can attract end-users and builders | Often more development-horizon dependent |
| Risk | Still plot-specific | Typically carries more timing uncertainty |
LDA City Lahore Development Status
“Is LDA City developed?” is too broad. Development must be checked at sector, block, street and plot level.
Real development includes more than visible roads. Buyers should inspect road formation and carpeting, sewerage, drainage, water infrastructure, electricity readiness, street access, plot demarcation, surrounding construction and links to major approach roads. A developed boulevard does not automatically prove that every internal street is equally ready.
Roads
Check the actual road leading to the plot, not only the main boulevard.
Sewerage
Confirm completed infrastructure in the exact street and block.
Electricity
Differentiate installed infrastructure from live utility availability.
Construction
Existing houses can be a useful on-ground maturity signal, but building approval remains plot-specific.
LDA City Lahore Development Charges 2026 – Challan, Dues & Late Payment
Development charges are an important part of the total cost of an LDA City plot. Buyers and owners should verify the latest property-specific challan instead of relying on an old deadline, screenshot or dealer estimate.
How LDA City Development Charges Work
Development charges are collected by LDA against infrastructure and development obligations attached to the relevant LDA City property. The amount can depend on the plot/file record, installments already paid, outstanding dues and the challan generated against that property. For this reason, there is no single development-charge figure that should be copied across every LDA City plot.
1. Check the Exact File / Plot
Match the file number, plot number, block, owner record and category before relying on any challan or payment calculation.
2. Generate / Verify the Challan
Use the current LDA system or LDA facilitation channel to confirm the latest payable amount and due date for the exact property.
3. Recheck Before Transfer
Outstanding development charges and other dues should be checked before finalizing a purchase because they affect the buyer's total acquisition cost.
Late-Payment Markup
An official LDA City development-charge challan available through LDA states that if payment is not made by the due date, markup at 17.50% per annum may be charged on belated payment until final payment. The same challan also states that the listed charges are provisional/ad hoc and that actual charges can be reconciled when the full recovery certificate is issued and before execution of the transfer deed.
How to Check Development Charges Before Buying
- Obtain the exact LDA City file/plot number and ownership details.
- Check the latest LDA record and outstanding dues.
- Verify the development-charge challan and due date for that property.
- Confirm previous paid installments/receipts instead of relying only on the seller's statement.
- Include unpaid charges, markup and other authority dues in your total purchase calculation.
- Recheck liabilities before transfer or final payment.
If you are comparing the cost of a possession plot with a developing plot, also review the LDA City plot-price guide because development status, possession and outstanding liabilities can materially change the effective purchase cost.
LDA City Lahore Balloting – Current Status & Historical Record
Balloting information ages quickly. This page separates completed events from current expectations so old announcements are not mistaken for present-day instructions.
Current Balloting Verification
LDA's official website provides ballot-result resources and LDA City status services. Before acting on a balloting rumor, verify the announcement directly with LDA and check whether it applies to your exact file or plot category.
LDA City Lahore Blocks & Plot Sizes
Block names are among the most common search modifiers because location, possession, road width and development can produce major price differences inside the same sector.
Jinnah Sector Blocks
Commonly mapped Jinnah Sector blocks include A, A1, B, B1, C, D, E, F, G, G1, H, J, K, L, M, N, P and Q. Buyers should not assume equal status across these blocks; possession, surrounding construction and premium location features can differ.
Iqbal Sector Blocks
Iqbal Sector maps use a broad alphabetic block structure, including double-letter block names. Because this sector continues to evolve, the latest authority map and plot-specific record should take priority over an old screenshot, brochure or dealer map.
Residential Plot Sizes
Search demand frequently centers on 5 Marla, 10 Marla, 1 Kanal and 2 Kanal residential options. Availability depends on sector and block. For current market details rather than general project information, use the dedicated plots page.
LDA City Lahore Location, Main Roads & Accessibility
Location searches usually focus on Ferozepur Road, Lahore Ring Road, Defence Road and the practical route to a particular sector or block.
LDA City Lahore is associated with the southern and southwestern Lahore growth corridor. APP described the project as being positioned between Ferozepur Road, Defence Road and Lahore Ring Road. These routes are important because connectivity affects both daily usability and how buyers compare blocks.
Ferozepur Road
A principal Lahore corridor used when describing access toward the wider project area.
Lahore Ring Road
Provides regional connectivity and influences how buyers evaluate travel across Lahore.
Defence Road
Another major reference route connected with LDA City's broader location context.
Why Exact Access Matters
Two plots in the same project can have different practical accessibility because of distance from entrances, road condition, internal boulevard connections and ongoing civil works. Always drive to the exact plot rather than judging location only from a pin or society name.
LDA City Lahore Map – Jinnah Sector, Iqbal Sector & Blocks
View the current LDA City Lahore layout plan for sector, block and main-road orientation.
Buyers often search for the LDA City Lahore map, Jinnah Sector map, Iqbal Sector map, block map and plot-number map. The map below is the current LDA City Lahore layout plan. It provides a broad view of residential areas, major roads, green spaces, commercial land uses, villages and other planned land uses across the scheme. Because the source plan is provided for orientation. Confirm the latest plot record, status and demarcation through LDA before a transaction.
Jinnah Sector Map
Use the plan to understand the approximate relationship between Jinnah Sector blocks, major boulevards, green areas and surrounding land uses.
Iqbal Sector Map
Iqbal Sector contains a broad block structure. Confirm the latest block and plot status against the current authority record before a transaction.
Plot Location Check
A map position does not prove ownership, possession or development status. Match the plot number with LDA records and inspect the location on the ground.
How to Use the LDA City Lahore Map
- Identify whether the property belongs to Jinnah Sector or Iqbal Sector.
- Locate the relevant block and nearby main road on the layout plan.
- Compare access, surrounding land use and the approximate position within the block.
- Verify ownership, allocation, dues, possession and demarcation through the latest LDA record.
- Visit the exact site before making a final property decision.
For plot-specific block navigation and current plot-market content, visit LDA City Lahore Plots for Sale.
LDA City Lahore Commercial Plots & Commercial Areas
Commercial property searches must be separated by scheme and date because old application prices and payment plans can remain indexed long after they expire.
LDA City has a historical commercial-plot scheme in Jinnah Sector as well as newer commercial-market discussion around areas such as Business Bay. A 2021 government-linked offer should not be confused with a 2026 resale market or a future commercial launch.
Historical 2021 Commercial Plot Offer
The archived 2021 offer included 5 Marla, 7 Marla, 10 Marla and 15 Marla categories and was balloted on 1 October 2021. The original material recorded 7,516 fee-paid applications entering the commercial lottery, with category counts of 3,176 for 5 Marla, 2,619 for 7 Marla, 845 for 10 Marla and 876 for 15 Marla.
| Historical 2021 Category | Recorded Applications / Detail |
|---|---|
| Total applications received | 12,789 |
| Fee-paid applications recorded | 7,516 |
| 5 Marla | 3,176 |
| 7 Marla | 2,619 |
| 10 Marla | 845 |
| 15 Marla | 876 |
Historical 2021 Payment Terms
The archived offer recorded a base price of Rs. 31 lakh per Marla, a 20% down payment and the remaining 80% in quarterly installments over two years. These were terms of the historical offer and must not be presented as a current 2026 LDA payment plan without fresh official confirmation.
View archived down-payment examples from the 2021 offer
| Plot Size | Historical Recorded Down Payment |
|---|---|
| 5 Marla | Rs. 3,100,000 |
| 7 Marla | Rs. 4,340,000 |
| 10 Marla | Rs. 6,200,000 |
| 15 Marla | Rs. 9,300,000 |
Archive only. Do not use these figures as current transaction terms.
LDA City Business Bay – Latest Commercial Plot Ballot & Rs 75 Lac/Marla Price
Business Bay is now one of the most important commercial-property topics in LDA City. The September 2026 offering provides a fresh official reference for 4 Marla commercial plots.
Latest Size
4 Marla Commercial
Rate
Rs 75 Lac / Marla
Base Value
Approx. Rs 3 Crore
Payment Period
3 Years
September 2026 Business Bay Ballot
LDA's sixth computerized ballot included 40 four-Marla commercial plots in Business Bay, LDA City. LDA reporting after the draw said 1,520 applications were received across the schemes included in the ballot. Successful applicants were offered a 5% discount for lump-sum payment, while the installment option spread the price over 12 equal installments across three years.
Earlier Rs 65 Lac vs Latest Rs 75 Lac Per Marla
The earlier 2026 Business Bay offering was associated with a rate of Rs 65 lakh per Marla. The September 2026 official advertisement shows Rs 75 lakh per Marla for the newer 4 Marla offering. That is a difference of Rs 10 lakh per Marla, or approximately Rs 40 lakh across a 4 Marla base price.
Business Bay Location & Commercial Potential
LDA described the latest Business Bay plots as being approximately three minutes from Ferozepur Road and Lahore Ring Road. For a commercial buyer, exact frontage, road width, corner status, surrounding development, access and future footfall can materially affect value.
To compare Business Bay with the wider LDA City market, see LDA City plot prices and plots for sale. For file categories and current file trading, use LDA City file rates today.
LDA City File vs Plot – What Is the Difference?
This is one of the most important questions for new buyers because a file and an allocated/on-ground plot are not the same asset stage.
| Point | LDA City File | LDA City Plot |
|---|---|---|
| Meaning | Property right/document category that may await allocation or other project processes | Specific plot identity/location after allocation |
| Location certainty | Depends on category and allocation status | Specific plot number can be assessed on map/on ground |
| Key checks | File type, authority record, eligibility, entitlement/exemption status where relevant | Plot number, block, possession, dues, location, development and transfer |
| Best page | Files Rates | Plots for Sale |
How to Check LDA City Lahore Property Before Buying
A good property decision starts with verification before price negotiation, not after payment.
- Identify the exact asset: file, allocated plot, possession plot, residential plot or commercial plot.
- Check the LDA record: use official status or authority verification channels where applicable.
- Verify seller documentation: confirm identity, ownership chain and relevant transfer documents.
- Check outstanding dues: confirm development charges, authority dues, late-payment markup where applicable and other payable amounts.
- Visit the location: inspect access, road level, neighboring plots, development and any physical issue.
- Confirm possession/demarcation: do not rely only on a dealer's block-level statement.
- Compare the market: evaluate recent trading levels for the same block, size and location type.
- Complete transfer through the proper process: follow current LDA requirements and applicable taxes/fees.
Is LDA City Lahore Good for Investment?
Investment suitability depends on your time horizon, property type, entry price, development risk and need for liquidity—not on a guaranteed-return claim.
End-User Strategy
Prioritize possession, usable access, building feasibility, utilities and surroundings over speculative future announcements.
Medium-Term Strategy
Compare developing blocks where infrastructure progress may improve usability, while allowing for schedule uncertainty.
File Strategy
Understand ballot/allocation risk, file category and official documentation before focusing on price movement.
Factors That Can Influence LDA City Property Value
Important factors include possession, development progress, road access, new infrastructure, construction activity, commercial development, balloting/allocation progress, documentation clarity, overall Lahore property demand, taxes, transfer costs and the difference between asking prices and actual transaction prices.
LDA City Lahore Project History & Past Announcements
Older information remains valuable when it is clearly dated and rewritten as history instead of being left online as a false “latest update.”
Historical figures and past payment plans are intentionally retained for research and project-history value. They should not be interpreted as current inventory, current prices or current authority procedures.
33 Frequently Asked Questions About LDA City Lahore
These FAQs answer different user intents without repeating the same question with keyword variations.
1. What is LDA City Lahore?
LDA City Lahore is a large housing development associated with the Lahore Development Authority. Its major project areas are commonly described as Jinnah Sector and Iqbal Sector, with residential, commercial, file, plot and development-related activity.
2. Who is the authority behind LDA City Lahore?
The project is associated with the Lahore Development Authority (LDA). For authority notices, status checks, ballot results and procedures, buyers should use LDA's official channels.
3. Where is LDA City Lahore located?
LDA City Lahore is in Lahore's southern/southwestern growth corridor. APP has described its location in relation to Ferozepur Road, Defence Road and Lahore Ring Road. Exact access varies by sector and block.
4. What are the main sectors of LDA City Lahore?
The two main sectors commonly used in project and market discussions are Jinnah Sector and Iqbal Sector. Jinnah Sector is generally the more mature development zone, while Iqbal Sector remains more development- and allocation-focused.
5. Which is more developed, Jinnah Sector or Iqbal Sector?
Jinnah Sector is generally more developed and has stronger recent possession evidence. Iqbal Sector is developing and should usually be evaluated with a longer development horizon and careful block-level verification.
6. Is LDA City Lahore fully developed in 2026?
No. LDA City has achieved substantial development and possession milestones, particularly in parts of Jinnah Sector, but development is not uniform across every block and street. Check the exact property on ground.
7. How many LDA City plots have received possession?
Associated Press of Pakistan reported in September 2025 that more than 6,500 plots had been given possession across LDA City.
8. Which blocks were specifically named in the September 2025 possession update?
APP reported that possession of more than 2,800 plots had been opened in Jinnah Sector Blocks A1, B1, H and L.
9. Does block possession mean every plot is ready for immediate construction?
No. A possession milestone is important, but an owner should still verify dues, possession documentation, demarcation, road access, utility readiness and building-plan requirements for the exact plot.
10. What is the difference between an LDA City file and a plot?
A file is a property/document category that may be subject to allocation or other authority processes, while a plot has a specific plot identity/location after allocation. Their verification requirements and market behavior are different.
11. Where can I check LDA City Lahore file rates today?
Use the dedicated LDA City Lahore Files Rates page. This main project page avoids duplicating the daily file-rate dataset.
12. Where can I check LDA City Lahore plot prices and plots for sale?
Use the dedicated LDA City Lahore Plots for Sale page for plot-focused, block-wise market information.
13. What plot sizes are commonly searched in LDA City Lahore?
The most commonly searched residential sizes include 5 Marla, 10 Marla, 1 Kanal and 2 Kanal. Availability and location differ by sector and block.
14. What are the main Jinnah Sector blocks?
Commonly mapped Jinnah Sector blocks include A, A1, B, B1, C, D, E, F, G, G1, H, J, K, L, M, N, P and Q. Their development and possession status should be verified individually.
15. Where can I view and download the LDA City Lahore map?
You can view or download the current LDA City Lahore layout-plan PDF from the map section on this page. Use it for orientation, then verify the exact plot and current record through LDA before a transaction.
16. Is the LDA City Iqbal Sector 6th balloting date confirmed?
This page does not treat a market-expected date as confirmed. Check LDA's official notice/result channels for the exact date, eligible categories and procedure before acting.
17. How do I check an LDA City balloting result?
Use LDA's official ballot-result or LDA City status resources and enter the required official details. Avoid giving sensitive identity information to an unverified third party just to check a result.
18. What was the LDA City third balloting date in 2021?
Historical material preserved by BODLA BROTHERS® records the third LDA City balloting as 4 September 2021. It is a past event, not a current ballot date.
19. When was the 2021 LDA City commercial plots balloting?
The historical commercial-plot ballot was held on 1 October 2021. The old application/payment instructions from that offer should not be used as current 2026 instructions.
20. What commercial plot sizes were included in the 2021 offer?
The archived 2021 commercial material lists 5 Marla, 7 Marla, 10 Marla and 15 Marla categories, with references to larger categories in the original scheme documentation.
21. What was the historical 2021 commercial plot price per Marla?
The archived offer recorded Rs. 31 lakh per Marla. This figure belongs to the historical 2021 offer and is not automatically a current 2026 market or authority price.
22. What was the historical down payment for the 2021 commercial offer?
The archived terms recorded a 20% down payment, with the remaining 80% payable in quarterly installments over two years. These were historical terms and require current confirmation if a present transaction references them.
23. What is the latest LDA City Business Bay price?
The September 2026 official LDA advertisement offered 4 Marla Business Bay commercial plots at Rs 75 lakh per Marla, giving an approximate base value of Rs 3 crore for 4 Marla. For the full history, see the Business Bay commercial plots guide.
24. Is LDA City Lahore good for building a house?
Possession-ready, accessible and properly verified plots may suit end-users, but suitability depends on the exact block, utilities, road access, neighborhood construction, building approvals and your budget.
25. Is LDA City Lahore good for investment?
It can suit some investors, but there is no guaranteed-return answer. Compare entry price, possession, development stage, documentation, location, time horizon, liquidity and alternative investments before deciding.
26. What affects LDA City Lahore plot prices?
Important factors include block, plot size, possession, development, road width, corner or park-facing location, commercial proximity, access, documentation, market liquidity and actual transaction demand.
27. How should I verify an LDA City plot before paying?
Confirm the seller, ownership/document chain, official LDA record, outstanding dues, exact plot number, map location, possession/demarcation, physical condition and current transfer requirements before making final payment.
28. Should I rely only on online LDA City prices?
No. Online asking prices can differ from actual trading rates. Compare multiple recent market observations for the same block, size and location type, then verify the property itself.
29. Where can I compare LDA City file prices with DHA and other projects?
Use the BODLA BROTHERS® Daily Files Price Update for a broader market view across LDA City and other major property-file markets.
30. What is the safest way to follow future LDA City Lahore updates?
Use official LDA notices/status services for authority facts and use a current market source for trading information. Keep historical announcements clearly dated so an old ballot, price or payment plan is not mistaken for a current update.
31. What is the latest verified LDA City development-charges deadline?
The latest broadly verified public extension found for LDA City dues was 6 January 2025. That is historical, not a new 2026 deadline. In 2026, check the current property-specific LDA challan and outstanding dues before payment or transfer.
32. Is there late-payment markup on LDA City development charges?
An official LDA City development-charge challan states that belated payment can carry 17.50% per annum markup until final payment. The exact current liability should be checked against the latest challan for the relevant property.
33. Where can I read the complete LDA City development-charges guide?
See the dedicated LDA City Development Charges 2026 page for the deadline history, challan guidance, late-payment information and buyer checks.
LDA City Lahore – Buy • Sell • Consult
BODLA BROTHERS® provides property-market consultancy for LDA City Lahore buyers, sellers and investors, including Jinnah Sector, Iqbal Sector, files, residential plots and commercial property.
Sources, Verification & Content Method
Current authority facts and historical market/archive material are intentionally separated.
Official authority: Lahore Development Authority (LDA) — use for official LDA City status, notices, application tracking, sifting status and ballot-result resources.
Possession milestone: Associated Press of Pakistan — September 2025 LDA City possession report.
Business Bay 2026: latest scheme details are based on the official LDA advertisement supplied for the 9 September 2026 ballot and post-ballot LDA reporting. The ballot included 40 four-Marla Business Bay commercial plots and a three-year payment facility.
Development charges: the January 2025 deadline history is cross-checked against published LDA reporting, while late-payment markup and provisional-charge wording are taken from an official LDA City development-charge challan. Current liabilities remain property-specific.
Historical archive: older BODLA BROTHERS® LDA City material has been preserved as dated project history instead of being presented as current news.
Private market commentary, estimated prices and future expectations are not presented as official LDA facts unless independently confirmed.