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Pre-RERA Bookings

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In a major win for homebuyers, MahaREAT has ruled that "soft possession" without an Occupation Certificate does not count as lawful possession under RERA.

A Registered Agreement for Sale Is NOT Mandatory for RERA Relief

In a boost for homebuyers, MREAT rules that allotment letters and receipts suffice for RERA claims, ordering Siddhitech Homes to refund Rs. 19.5 lakh to Kapadia sisters with interest from 2012 in the stalled Lake Riveira project, emphasizing no formal agreement is mandatory for relief.
India’s housing market is shifting toward bigger homes, with average apartment sizes rising 17% in two years as luxury demand surges and buyers prioritize space, lifestyle, and premium living.

Even Unregistered Allotment Letters Before RERA Hold Value If Money Was Paid and Flats Promised

MahaRERA’s latest order states that even pre-RERA allotment letters are valid proof of flat booking if money was paid and possession was promised. AAP Realtors and Samta Builders have been ordered to refund or allot alternate flats in the Tirumala Habitats project, with a ₹1 lakh penalty for non-disclosure.