MREAT Rules Part OC No Shield: Lodha Group to Pay Interest for Delay in Possession

In a major boost for homebuyers, the Maharashtra Real Estate Appellate Tribunal (MREAT) has ordered Lodha Crown Buildmart Pvt. Ltd. to pay interest for delayed possession of flats in the New Cuffe Parade project. The Tribunal clarified that partial Occupancy Certificates do not exempt builders from liability and reinforced that delay must be calculated from the date promised in the sale agreement.

Neelkanth Infracon Directed to Compensate Homebuyers for Delay

The Maharashtra Real Estate Appellate Tribunal has dismissed Neelkanth Infracon LLP’s appeal and upheld MahaRERA’s order mandating interest payments to homebuyers for delayed possession of flats in the “Neelkanth Kingdom” project.

MahaRERA Restores Case Against Developer Over Delayed Possession in Mumbai

MahaRERA has reinstated a non-compliance case against Kavya Mira Realty for failing to hand over possession of a property as per its 2021 order. The February 12, 2025, ruling directs the case to the Adjudicating Officer, ensuring the developer fulfills its obligations. The decision underscores MahaRERA’s commitment to protecting homebuyers from project delays and non-compliance issues.

MahaRERA Dismisses Complaints Due to Pre-RERA Contracts,

MahaRERA has ruled that homebuyers with pre-RERA contracts cannot seek relief under the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016, as the terms of these agreements remain binding. However, a homebuyer with a registered sale agreement has been awarded interest compensation for delayed possession.

MahaRERA Clarifies: Possession Without an OC is Not Legally Recognized

MahaRERA has clarified that possession of a property without an Occupancy Certificate (OC) is not legally valid. In a case involving the LEO Group Housing Complex, the regulatory body ruled that homebuyers living in such properties do not hold legal possession. The authority has imposed penalties on the developer and allowed affected buyers to claim compensation for delayed possession.