Grey Structure Cost in Bahria Town Lahore
Current rate: PKR 2,700 – 3,300 per square foot with material. This page lists exactly what that includes, the material brands we use, and the stage-wise payment plan — so you can compare quotes properly.
Rates updated: July 2026
Grey Structure Totals by Plot Size (2026)
| Plot Size | Covered Area (Double Storey) | Grey Structure Total | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Marla | 1,800 – 2,200 sq ft | PKR 49 – 73 lac | 4 – 6 months |
| 10 Marla | 3,000 – 3,400 sq ft | PKR 81 lac – 1.12 crore | 6 – 8 months |
| 1 Kanal | 5,000 – 6,500 sq ft | PKR 1.35 – 2.15 crore | 8 – 10 months |
Rate applied: PKR 2,700–3,300/sq ft. Basements add 25–35%. Steel and cement prices are locked in your written agreement.
What Our Grey Structure Rate Includes
- Excavation, termite treatment and foundation (footing + DPC)
- RCC columns, beams and both roof slabs — Grade-60 steel
- Branded cement (DG / Bestway / Maple Leaf class)
- A-grade bricks for all internal and external walls
- Internal and external plaster
- Electrical conduiting and plumbing rough-ins in walls and slabs
- Stairs, parapet walls and mumty
- Boundary wall and main gate structure per Bahria specification
- Underground and overhead water tanks
- All Bahria Town stage inspections cleared (foundation, slabs)
Not included (these are finishing items): tiles and flooring, paint, doors and woodwork, kitchen, sanitary fittings, electrical switches and fixtures, and grills/railings. When comparing quotes, confirm the other contractor's rate covers the full list above — a low headline rate that excludes the boundary wall, water tanks, or plaster is not cheaper.
Compare Our Written Grey Structure Quote
Send your plot details — we'll give you an itemized quote listing steel, cement and brick quantities, so you can compare line by line.
Stage-Wise Payment Plan
| Milestone | Payment | You Verify |
|---|---|---|
| Agreement & mobilization | 10 – 15% | Written agreement with material specs and drawings |
| Foundation complete (DPC level) | 20% | Bahria foundation inspection passed |
| Ground floor slab poured | 20 – 25% | Slab inspection passed, steel per drawings |
| First floor slab poured | 20 – 25% | Slab inspection passed |
| Brickwork & plaster complete | 15 – 20% | Site walkthrough (in person or video) |
| Handover | 5 – 10% | Snag list cleared |
Every payment releases against a completed, verifiable stage — never against promises. Overseas clients verify via video walkthrough.
Red Flags When Choosing a Grey Structure Contractor in Bahria
After 15+ years in Bahria Town we've seen every way projects go wrong. Watch for: rates quoted verbally without an itemized list; steel quantity left unspecified (the most common corner cut — it's invisible after the pour); no mention of who handles Bahria inspections and fines; large upfront payments; and no fixed timeline with penalty terms. A serious contractor puts all five in writing. Also confirm the contractor actually operates in Bahria — ask to visit two running sites, which is exactly what we'll offer you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the grey structure rate in Bahria Town Lahore in 2026?+
As of July 2026, grey structure construction in Bahria Town Lahore costs PKR 2,700–3,300 per square foot including material. The exact rate within this range depends on your design (basement, double-height spaces, span sizes) and steel/cement market prices at agreement time.
Why is grey structure more expensive in Bahria Town than other areas of Lahore?+
Bahria Town enforces its own building standards: mandatory map approval, plot demarcation, stage inspections at foundation and slab level, and boundary-wall specifications. Contractors must also follow Bahria's site-management rules (debris handling, material storage). This compliance overhead adds roughly PKR 200–400 per sq ft versus an unregulated area — but it also protects your structure's quality and resale value.
What is included in grey structure?+
Grey structure covers everything up to a plastered shell: excavation, foundation, columns, beams, roof slabs, internal and external brickwork, plaster, stairs, boundary wall, underground and overhead water tanks, and electrical/plumbing rough-ins (conduits and pipes inside walls and slabs). It excludes tiles, paint, woodwork, fittings and fixtures — those are finishing items.
Is it better to build grey structure with material or without material (labour rate)?+
With-material contracts make the builder responsible for quality, quantity and theft — you get one accountable party and a fixed rate. Labour-only contracts look cheaper but you spend months managing suppliers, and disputes over material wastage are common. For Bahria Town, where inspections can reject sub-standard work, we recommend with-material contracts and provide full material brand specifications in writing.
What are grey structure totals for 5 marla, 10 marla and 1 kanal in Bahria Town?+
At current rates: 5 marla PKR 49 – 73 lac (1,800–2,200 sq ft), 10 marla PKR 81 lac – 1.12 crore (3,000–3,400 sq ft), 1 kanal PKR 1.35 – 2.15 crore (5,000–6,500 sq ft), for double-storey designs.
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