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.  

MahaRERA Appellate Tribunal Overturns RERA Order, Emphasizes Homebuyer Rights Over Arbitration Agreements

The Maharashtra Real Estate Appellate Tribunal has overturned a RERA order, clarifying that arbitration clauses in prior agreements do not override the jurisdiction of the RERA Act in homebuyer disputes. The tribunal’s decision reinforces the importance of RERA in protecting homebuyers and ensures cases are decided on their merits.

MahaRERA’s Conciliation Forum Redresses 1,749 Complaints

MahaRERA’s Conciliation Forums have redressed 1,749 complaints from homebuyers, emphasizing timely and amicable resolutions. With 533 ongoing hearings and expanding operations, the initiative is gaining traction both within Maharashtra and in other states seeking to adopt similar models.