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In a ruling that empowers dissenting flat owners, Bombay High Court refuses to appoint arbitrator against a Mulund resident who never signed the redevelopment deal — builders can't force private arbitration if you say no from day one.

No Signature, No Private Court Hassle: Landmark Win for Society Members Opposing Redevelopment

In a ruling that empowers dissenting flat owners, Bombay High Court refuses to appoint arbitrator against a Mulund resident who never signed the redevelopment deal — builders can’t force private arbitration if you say no from day one.
“The rates mentioned in the Ready Reckoner are basically for the purpose of collection of stamp duty and cannot be the basis for determination of the compensation for the lands acquired under the Land Acquisition Act,” the Bombay High Court reiterated while slamming the SLAO’s flawed approach and upholding enhanced compensation of ₹3.99 crore.

Bombay HC Strips Developer of Mulund Project, Society Wins Back Land

In a landmark February 16, 2026 ruling, Bombay High Court Justice Somasekhar Sundaresan directed defaulting developer Alag Property to hand over Mulund Endeavour CHS redevelopment site, appointing Court Receiver amid ₹9.77 crore dues and 5+ years displacement. A rare win empowering societies against stalled projects.
“After paying ₹10,500 in 1977 and waiting decades, she never got the flat she had booked and was ready to pay for — but the court has finally ordered her money back with interest.”

Mumbai Building Saga: ₹12 Cr Deal Stands — Owner’s 13-Yr U-Turn Crushed by Bombay HC!

In a landmark interim ruling, Bombay HC protects Pankh Properties’ title to Matunga’s Adenwalla Building after 13 years, rejecting original owner Rusi Sorabji Khambatta’s sudden termination bid over a ₹12 crore 2012 deal. “Cannot unwind after pocketing the money,” court observes.
“After paying ₹10,500 in 1977 and waiting decades, she never got the flat she had booked and was ready to pay for — but the court has finally ordered her money back with interest.”

82-Year-Old’s Flat Sold by Impersonator: Bombay HC Cancels Fake Deeds, Sets Key Lesson for Buyers

In a fraud case, an 82-year-old’s flat was sold via impersonation. Bombay HC cancelled the fake deeds after the buyer admitted he was deceived—highlighting quick remedies for victims.
In a key ruling reinforcing finality in MOFA proceedings, the Bombay High Court has cancelled the 2023 deemed conveyance granted to Magnum Tower CHS over a large portion of land in Lokhandwala Complex, holding that the claim was barred by res judicata following a 2017 rejection on similar grounds. The decision protects row house societies' long-standing possession and exclusive garden rights.

High Court Sides with Lokhandwala Row House Societies, Cancels Magnum Tower’s Land Conveyance

In a key ruling reinforcing finality in MOFA proceedings, the Bombay High Court has cancelled the 2023 deemed conveyance granted to Magnum Tower CHS over a large portion of land in Lokhandwala Complex, holding that the claim was barred by res judicata following a 2017 rejection on similar grounds. The decision protects row house societies’ long-standing possession and exclusive garden rights.