Transit Rent Default Can Cost Builders Their Personal Assets, Bombay HC Signals in Strong Order

The Bombay High Court has ruled that developers who default on paying transit rent to slum dwellers can now have dues recovered from their personal assets, thanks to the newly inserted Section 33B. Calling for strict implementation, the Court directed SRA to decide transit rent complaints within 15 days and ensure immediate disbursal with interest.

Piling Work on Elphinstone Bridge Stalled After Residents Raise Safety Concerns

Piling work on the Elphinstone Bridge redevelopment project was halted after nearly 50 residents protested, citing fear that vibrations could damage their century-old buildings. MMRDA and VJTI experts have now stepped in with real-time vibration monitoring and safety measures to reassure locals.

Tribunal Rules Housing Society Not a Promoter Under RERA

In a landmark order, MREAT has clarified that a housing society redeveloping its property is not a “promoter” under RERA. The ruling could impact thousands of societies undertaking redevelopment across Mumbai and Maharashtra.

Japanese Delegation Explores Housing Redevelopment Ties with MHADA in Mumbai

A Japanese delegation from the Urban Renaissance Agency met with MHADA officials in Mumbai to discuss collaboration on major housing and redevelopment projects, signaling growing India-Japan ties in urban development.

🏗️ Bombay High Court Quashes SRA Land Acquisition in Mumbai, Upholds Landowner’s Preferential Right for Redevelopment

The Bombay High Court quashed the SRA’s 2015 acquisition of Bhandup land, declaring it illegal for bypassing the landowners’ preferential right to redevelop. The ruling reinforces that issuing a Section 13 notice is a must before any acquisition — a major victory for landowners across Mumbai.