Question: Can builder ask court to allow him to refund the buyer in installments. The litigation expenses and agony expenses. If yes, what counter arguments can be told to the judge to force him to pay me in lumpsum. Possibility is that the builder will default in installments after a while then...
RERA
What is the Meaning of Association of Allotee as per Sec 31 of RERA
Question: Is it a mandatory requirement that Association formed by Allotees needs to be registered under any law to be able to file a complaint in RERA? Or The Association of Allotees can file complaint without the need to get registered in any law. Asked from: Maharashtra The term "Association of...
How to regain property through RERA
Question: Sir, we have purchased a property under mortgage. The seller and his son litigated the property without knowing the bank. The bank sanctioned with additional loan and sold the property. But seller's son and daughter encroached part of property by filing civil suit by referring pending...
What precautions should the purchaser take before buying a flat in India?
When purchasing a flat in India, it's important for the purchaser to take certain precautions to ensure that they are making a safe and sound investment. Here are a few things to consider: Research the builder and the project: It's important to research the builder and the project before making a...
General fraud committed by the builders and promoters of real estate projects
There are various types of fraud that builders and promoters of real estate projects may commit. Here are a few examples: Misrepresentation of facts: Builders and promoters may provide false or misleading information about the project, such as the location, the size of the units, and the amenities...
What is called carpet area in real estate?
Carpet area refers to the actual area of a building unit that can be covered by a carpet. It is the area enclosed within the walls of the unit and does not include the thickness of the inner walls. It's the area where the buyer can actually lay a carpet or put up furniture. It is usually smaller...
What is called super built-up area?
Super built-up area, also known as the saleable area, is a term used in real estate to refer to the total area of a building unit, including the carpet area, the built-up area, and any additional amenities or facilities provided by the developer. It is calculated by adding the carpet area and...
What is called built-up area?
Built-up area, also known as the plinth area, is a term used in real estate to refer to the total area of a building unit, including the area covered by the walls and the common areas such as hallways and stairwells. It is calculated by adding the carpet area (the area enclosed within the walls of...
Which information can RERA seek from developers and builders?
The Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 (RERA) requires developers and builders to disclose certain information about their projects to the state-level regulatory authority and to the buyers. Here are some of the key information that RERA seeks from developers and builders: Project...
What is approved plans and layout plans?
Approved plans and layout plans refer to the architectural and engineering plans that have been reviewed and approved by the local municipal corporation or development authority before the construction of a real estate project. Approved plans are the final set of architectural and engineering...
Silent features of RERA
The Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 (RERA) is a law that regulates the real estate sector in India. It was enacted to protect the rights of buyers and to ensure transparency and accountability in the real estate sector. Here are some of the key features of RERA: Project...
What is occupancy certificate
An Occupancy Certificate (OC) is a document issued by the local municipal corporation or development authority that certifies that a building has been constructed in accordance with the approved plans and that it is fit for occupation. It is a proof that the building has been constructed as per...
Can conveyance deed be done with the developer ?
Question: Cooperative Housing society is on 98 years leased land. Property is going for redevelopment. Can conveyance deed be done with the developer.? Builder is going to give freehold ownership flats to tenants. Builder is asking us, who are the landowners, to do a conveyance deed with the...
Builder address not available for RERA filing
Question: Can we file a case against the builder if his address is not available for RERA filing? Builder address given during registration not active. How to file a complaint to RERA if the builder address is not found to send a summon. He has left that office but the website is reflecting the...
Can RERA complete the pending project in the interest of allottees?
Question: Builder absconding with booking money of allottees. Can rera complete the pending project in the interest of allottees? Builder has not started work in 7 years after initial mobilisation. Can landowner and few allottees jointly complete the project as builder absconding with booking...