MahaREAT Landmark Ruling: Housing Societies Not Automatically ‘Promoter’ for Erstwhile Developer’s Liabilities

The Maharashtra Real Estate Appellate Tribunal (MahaREAT) set aside a MahaRERA order, ruling that a cooperative housing society that terminates a developer and undertakes self-redevelopment is not a ‘Promoter’ under RERA and is not liable for the former developer’s debts or obligations to third-party allottees.

🏢 Developers Get Relief: 120–180 m Towers on Big Plots No Longer Need High-Rise Committee Approval

In a major policy shift, Maharashtra has allowed 120–180 m buildings on plots above 2,000 sq.m to skip High-Rise Committee clearance. Municipal Commissioner can now approve these projects directly — a move expected to speed up redevelopment and reduce delays in Mumbai’s real estate sector.

Delayed Homes, Missing Promises: MahaRERA Clears Over 5,000 Complaints in 10 Months

MahaRERA has cleared more than 5,000 homebuyer complaints in just 10 months, a move that brings long-awaited relief to families struggling with delayed homes and broken promises. With faster hearings and tighter checks on new projects, the regulator is aiming to protect buyers and prevent future disputes.

Supreme Court Relief for 493+ Stalled Projects, Restores Environmental Clearance Mechanism

The Supreme Court has ruled in favor of CREDAI-MCHI’s petition, reaffirming SEIAA and SEAC’s authority over environmental clearances. The verdict revives over 493 stalled projects in MMR and Pune, boosting affordable and mid-income housing supply.

MahaRERA Must Allow In-Person Hearings Too, Rules Bombay High CourtVirtual-only model no longer acceptable; hybrid system mandatory within four weeks

In a major boost for homebuyers, the Bombay High Court has ordered MahaRERA to start hybrid hearings, giving litigants the choice to appear physically or virtually. The court criticized the Authority’s virtual-only model and directed urgent reforms in how real estate cases and execution matters are handled.