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Flat owners in completed buildings win big — Supreme Court confirms housing societies need not wait for the builder to finish other wings to claim their land.

Landmark Verdict: Housing Societies Need Not Wait for Builder to Complete Entire Project to Claim Their Land, Rules Supreme Court

Flat owners in completed buildings win big — Supreme Court confirms housing societies need not wait for the builder to finish other wings to claim their land.
In a relief for homebuyers, Bombay HC struck down a builder's fast-track eviction bid over a tiny ₹36k shortfall, ruling Section 6 can't shortcut deep payment disputes after 17 years of peaceful occupation.

Builder’s Quick Eviction Bid Over ₹36k Fails: Bombay HC Protects Homebuyer’s 17-Year Home Haven

In a relief for homebuyers, Bombay HC struck down a builder’s fast-track eviction bid over a tiny ₹36k shortfall, ruling Section 6 can’t shortcut deep payment disputes after 17 years of peaceful occupation.
In a powerful pro-homebuyer verdict, the Bombay High Court has held that allottees are “generally very vulnerable” and cannot be placed on equal footing with promoters, clearing the way for withdrawal of deposited refund amounts during developer appeals.

Bombay HC Quashes ₹3 Cr+ Stamp Duty Demand on Romell Real Estate’s Malad Slum Project

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.
MahaRERA orders new developer to hand over flat and pay interest despite claiming it never received payment, holding both builders jointly liable in Mumbai Evergreen Woods case.

Booked a Flat but Didn’t Sign Agreement? MahaRERA Says Builder Can’t Keep Your Money

MahaRERA has ruled that builders cannot forfeit the entire booking amount if a homebuyer cancels before signing an agreement for sale. Allowing only a 2% deduction, the Authority reinforced consumer protection principles under RERA.
MahaRERA orders new developer to hand over flat and pay interest despite claiming it never received payment, holding both builders jointly liable in Mumbai Evergreen Woods case.

Refund Allowed — But Not Final: Homebuyers Must Repay If Builder Wins Appeal

The MahaRERA Appellate Tribunal has allowed homebuyers to withdraw refund amounts ordered by MahaRERA—but with a key condition: if the builder succeeds in appeal, the buyers must return the money with interest. The ruling attempts to balance buyer hardship with developer rights amid long-pending real estate disputes.