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Tribunal Rules Housing Society Not a Promoter Under RERA

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

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.
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.

🏗️ 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.
In a sharp rebuke to misuse of public interest litigation, the Bombay High Court on April 8, 2026, dismissed a 13-year-old PIL challenging the redevelopment of a luxury tower on Altamount Road, calling it a private grievance disguised as a public cause. The court noted that the building was already constructed and partly occupied as per valid approvals, with no proven safety hazards.

Bombay HC Dismisses Suit Blocking Gamdevi Building’s Redevelopment, Says, Case Filed 20 Years Too Late

The Bombay High Court dismissed a 20-year-old suit by heirs opposing the redevelopment of Mantri Building at Gamdevi, calling it a “hopelessly time-barred” case meant to block progress. The ruling reinforces the rights of majority apartment owners to proceed with redevelopment.
building permission for the last 25% of the free-sale component will be granted only after the entire required amount is deposited with SRA.

🏗 Builders to Pay Corpus First in SRA Projects Before Selling Homes

Maharashtra has tightened rules for SRA projects, requiring developers to deposit the full rehab corpus before selling free-sale flats. The move aims to plug financial gaps, secure slum rehabilitation funds, and speed up redevelopment timelines in Mumbai.