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Maharashtra Cooperative Societies Act

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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.

Recovery Can Be Made From Occupiers / Flat Holders: Liability Runs With the Flat, Rules Bombay High Court

In a landmark ruling, the Bombay High Court has held that society maintenance dues can be recovered from occupiers and flat holders even without registered sale agreements, ruling that liability runs with the flat and follows possession rather than paperwork.
In a key ruling, ITAT Mumbai allowed Valencia Co-Operative Housing Society in Powai to claim tax deduction on interest earned from co-operative bank deposits, clarifying when housing societies can legally avoid tax on such income.

Full Payment to Builder Is NOT a Pre-Condition for Society Membership

In a landmark ruling, the Bombay High Court held that full payment to a builder is not a prerequisite for membership in a cooperative housing society. The court restored deemed membership for a MOFA flat buyer, emphasizing that statutory rights under the Maharashtra Ownership Flats Act cannot be denied due to payment disputes.
In a key ruling, ITAT Mumbai allowed Valencia Co-Operative Housing Society in Powai to claim tax deduction on interest earned from co-operative bank deposits, clarifying when housing societies can legally avoid tax on such income.

Big Changes Ahead for Housing Societies? Maharashtra Sets Up High-Level Panel to Rewrite Cooperative Law

Maharashtra has set up a high-level expert committee to overhaul the Cooperative Societies Act and related rules—a move that could significantly impact housing society governance, elections and member rights across the state.
The Bombay High Court has ruled that Vallabhnagar Co-operative Housing Society, Vile Parle, cannot deny membership to Andheri purchasers by demanding lease premium beyond the statutory ceiling fixed under Section 79A.

Bombay HC Clears Path for Companies to Join Housing Societies, Scraps Share Limit Barrier

In a pivotal December 24, 2025, ruling, the Bombay HC ruled that companies can join cooperative housing societies without old share limits, dismissing petitions from a Thane society against a firm owning five bungalows. This opens doors for developers while mandating compliance with residential rules.
The Bombay High Court has ruled that Vallabhnagar Co-operative Housing Society, Vile Parle, cannot deny membership to Andheri purchasers by demanding lease premium beyond the statutory ceiling fixed under Section 79A.

Redevelopment Disputes Can’t Be Thrown Out Without Trial: Bombay High Court

The Bombay High Court has ruled that redevelopment disputes in cooperative housing societies cannot be summarily dismissed solely on jurisdictional objections, allowing members to challenge general body decisions in the Co-operative Court after proper trial.