In a landmark decision: MahaRERA Tribunal Upholds RERA Act’s Retroactive Power

Based on the provided news article, here is an excerpt that captures the essence of the ruling: “In a significant legal victory for homebuyers, the Maharashtra Real Estate Appellate Tribunal (MahaRERA Tribunal) has delivered a detailed order affirming the retroactive power of the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 (RERA Act). The ruling came in the appeals of two allottees from an incomplete project in Malad, solidifying the protection RERA offers to consumers even for agreements made before the law was enacted.

Indiabulls Sky Forest Case: Landmark RERA Ruling Orders Developer to Issue Full Refunds with Interest

The Maharashtra Real Estate Appellate Tribunal has issued a pivotal ruling in the Indiabulls Sky Forest case, directing the developer to provide homebuyers full refunds with interest, notably calculating interest on a significant portion from the original payment dates. This decision underscores RERA’s strength in safeguarding consumers against project delays.

Homebuyer Loses Flat, Payment Forfeited After Ignoring MahaRERA Order to Clear Dues

A recent MahaRERA order highlights the severe consequences for homebuyers who default on property payments and disregard regulatory directives. In a notable case, a homebuyer lost his flat and forfeited a significant amount already paid, serving as a critical warning for all property aspirants.

Homebuyer Wins Relief: Developer Ordered to Fix Structural Issues in Flat

A Mumbai homebuyer, Palvinder Singh, has secured a partial victory against developer Mohan Lifespaces LLP, with MahaRERA ordering the rectification of structural defects in his flat. While a refund request was denied due to the timely issuance of the Occupancy Certificate and delayed possession by the buyer, the Authority mandated the developer to fix issues like wall cracks and tile problems within 30 days, upholding Section 14(3) of the RERA Act.

MahaRERA Updates Guidelines for Hearing Complaints, Prioritizes Seniority

MahaRERA has issued a new circular revising the guidelines for hearing complaints filed under Section 31 of the RERA Act. The circular emphasizes that complaints will generally be heard based on the seniority of their filing date, with exceptions for cases involving serious illness, order reviews, settled disputes, and other specific circumstances.