Possession Dates Are Not Up For Negotiation

In a landmark relief for homebuyers, the Maharashtra Real Estate Appellate Tribunal has stayed a MahaRERA order that overturned refund reliefs, ruling that review powers cannot amend substantive orders. This precedent strengthens homebuyer protections against promoter tactics.

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.