Browsing Tag

Bombay High Court

196 posts
“4 lakh lives at risk… yet redevelopment was frozen.” The Devadhar Committee report submitted to Bombay HC largely clears MHADA’s Section 79-A path, warning that further delay could prove fatal for Mumbai’s crumbling cessed buildings.

Signing a Rehab Agreement and Still Going to Court? Bombay HC Says It Can Cost You Dearly

The Bombay High Court has delivered a sharp warning to occupants who sign rehabilitation agreements and still approach courts to delay demolition. Calling such conduct an abuse of process, the Court dismissed multiple suits and imposed heavy costs, reinforcing that redevelopment cannot be stalled through strategic litigation.
In a stark reminder of delayed justice in Mumbai’s property cases, the Bombay High Court has finally ordered eviction of a licensee from a Bandra flat after nearly 48 years of legal battle. (130 characters)

One Common Member, One Request — and an Entire Society Committee Is Removed for 5 Years

In a landmark ruling, the Bombay High Court has shown that even a single society member can bring down an entire managing committee. A simple request for meeting minutes led to a five-year ban on committee members, reinforcing that transparency in housing societies is not optional.
Bombay HC upholds deemed conveyance for Malad jewellery market society after 17-yr wait, rules MOFA agreements prevail over lease claims by Nusli Wadia & Raheja group entities. Justice Borkar dismisses writs.

Stamp Duty Refunds Now Virtually Guaranteed for Unexecuted Flat Agreements

In a relief for homebuyers, the Bombay High Court has ruled that stamp duty paid on never-signed flat agreements must be refunded in full, even years later—declaring it “unjust enrichment” for the state and prioritizing family hardships over procedural delays.
Maharashtra Govt has centralized approvals for land dealings in hill stations like Mahabaleshwar and Matheran. All encroachments, lease renewals and Class-2 conversions now require state approval.

Sold Land for ₹300 in 1962, Lost It Forever: Bombay HC Reminds Why Agreements Must Be Clear

A man who claimed his father sold land for ₹300 in 1962 under a loan-like arrangement has lost his bid to reclaim it. The Bombay High Court ruled the deal was a valid sale, highlighting the importance of clear and legally drafted property agreements.
“Being the owner gives you preferential rights, but not unlimited time.” In a firm order, SRA removes a private landowner as developer after three years of zero progress on a Lower Parel slum scheme, prioritising slum dwellers’ right to timely rehabilitation.

Court Asks Govt To Fix Time Frame For Stamp Duty Refund

The Bombay High Court has slammed the State for a nine-year delay in refunding stamp duty and directed the Revenue Department to issue, within eight weeks, a circular prescribing clear timelines for all refund applications — a move that could streamline property-related processes for thousands across Maharashtra.