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Bombay HC quashes ₹3 Cr+ stamp duty demand against Romell Real Estate in Malad slum redevelopment case. Court rules Permanent Transit Camp (PTC) cannot be added to consideration per Guideline 26 & holds CCRA order time-barred beyond 6-year limit under Section 53A.

Developer’s Residual Rights in a Real Estate Project and How it Impacts Homebuyers

In a significant ruling, the Bombay High Court quashed a unilateral deemed conveyance order, emphasizing the need for independent architect verification in multi-building layouts. The December 23, 2025 judgment in Velantine Properties highlights the tension between developers’ residual rights to unused land and FSI, and homebuyers’ demand for timely property transfer under MOFA—illustrating why clear contracts and fair assessments are crucial for both sides.
In a landmark ruling on November 25, 2025, the Bombay High Court clarified that the contractual term 'built-up area wall to wall' equates to carpet area, dismissing a developer's challenge to an arbitral award in a Mumbai land development dispute. The decision highlights the need for precise language in real estate agreements to prevent ambiguities over usable space.

Bombay High Court Clarifies ‘Built-Up Area Wall to Wall’ Equals Carpet Area in Real Estate Development Dispute

In a landmark ruling on November 25, 2025, the Bombay High Court clarified that the contractual term ‘built-up area wall to wall’ equates to carpet area, dismissing a developer’s challenge to an arbitral award in a Mumbai land development dispute. The decision highlights the need for precise language in real estate agreements to prevent ambiguities over usable space.
MahaRERA orders new developer to hand over flat and pay interest despite claiming it never received payment, holding both builders jointly liable in Mumbai Evergreen Woods case.

Can Homebuyers Stop a Builder from Loading Additional FSI After Decades of Handing Over Possession? Court Says No

The Bombay High Court’s November 7, 2025, ruling allows Jaydeep Developers to build Wing C5 in Mumbai’s Lok Everest project, rejecting homebuyers’ objections. Citing 1993 disclosures, the court upheld the developer’s right to additional FSI, emphasizing timely action under MOFA.
Mumbai recorded 12,070 property registrations in September 2025, marking a 32% YoY rise and the best September since 2013. Stamp duty revenues grew 47% YoY to ₹1,292 crore, boosted by festive demand and strong buyer confidence in suburban markets.

ALL IN THE NAME OF POOR! The Detrimental Impact of DCR 33(11)

It’s a matter of great concern for all Mumbaites that successive governments have shown little interest in resolving the burning issue of housing, including the recent phenomenon of private property redevelopment. This article exposes how new DC regulations, particularly DCR 33(11), are ironically worsening the city’s housing crisis in the name of the poor.
Occupiers & developers step up towards net-zero journey

Builders get time till Jan 31 to pay the 50% discount in building premiums

By Varun Singh The state government extended the deadline for the 50%…