MahaRERA Issues Landmark Order Against Shree Tirupati Builders for Multiple Failures
The Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority (MahaRERA) has issued a landmark order against Shree Tirupati Builders and Developers for failing to meet numerous commitments and statutory obligations under the RERA Act.
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The society accused Shree Tirupati Builders and Developers, a joint venture, of failing to meet numerous commitments. The complaint detailed a series of grievances, including the developer's failure to execute a deed of conveyance for the land and a deed of lease/assignment in favor of the society as required by Section 17(1) of the RERA Act. The society also sought directions for the developer to obtain the building completion certificate and hand over necessary documents under Section 17(2) of the Act.
Further allegations included the developer's failure to provide proof of lease rent paid to MCGM, a statement of accounts for the society, and the corpus fund. The society claimed reimbursement for Rs. 13,69,836 paid by members towards maintenance and other charges. Structural issues were also highlighted, with demands for repairs to the entire tower, including the roof over the car lift entrance and terrace garden, as well as addressing leakages throughout the building, all at the developer's cost.
Other significant issues raised by Saffalya CHSL included the need for a suitable platform for drainage pipe maintenance, replacement/repair of defective stack parking, provision of adequate car lifts, a roof cover on podium level 4 parking, and removal of illegal partition walls on the terrace. The society also sought reimbursement of Rs. 2,98,181 for expenses incurred in completing the fire-fighting systems.
Additionally, the developer was asked to install a signboard for the building and complete pending project amenities and utilities such as the society office, security guard cabins, pipe gas connection, gymnasium, and rainwater harvesting.
The MahaRERA noted that the proposed and revised completion dates for the 'AVENUE 14' project were both December 31, 2018. Despite repeated communications and complaints to authorities, the developer failed to address the issues. The respondent, Shree Tirupati Builders and Developers, was absent from all hearings, leading the Authority to proceed ex-parte.
Advocate Anil D’Souza, hon secretary of the Bar association, MahaRERA, represented the Dadar-based Saffalya CHSL. Advocate Anil, while speaking to FPJ, said, “This is a landmark order and the first one from RERA on sections 11, 14, and 17 combined. It casts full and total responsibility on the builder on three fronts: statutory documentation handover, financial documents handover, and liability under the defect liability clause for structural damage in the first five years. Further, it says that the builder has the responsibility of giving proper handover of all statutory documents. Under the five-year defect liability clause, it is the builder's responsibility to maintain the building free from structural defects and liable for repairs and bear costs if the society had to undertake the refund in the first five years.”
“This order is the first of its kind and is a refresher and a welcome break from a consumer-centric outlook of Maha RERA, even after possession is handed over. Now we will file a detailed monetary claim before the Adjudicating Authority as directed by the Chairman of RERA Authority,” said Advocate Anil.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the RERA Act?
The Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 (RERA Act) is a law in India designed to protect home buyers and regulate the real estate sector. It mandates developers to fulfill statutory obligations and ensures transparency and accountability in real estate transactions.
What were the main grievances of Saffalya CHSL?
The main grievances of Saffalya CHSL included the developer's failure to execute a deed of conveyance, obtain a building completion certificate, provide necessary documents, and address structural issues. The society also sought reimbursement for maintenance charges and expenses incurred in completing project amenities.
What is the significance of the MahaRERA order?
The MahaRERA order is significant as it is the first of its kind, combining sections 11, 14, and 17 of the RERA Act. It holds the developer fully responsible for statutory documentation, financial handover, and defect liability for structural issues in the first five years.
What are the key responsibilities of the developer under the RERA Act?
Under the RERA Act, the developer is responsible for providing statutory documents, financial transparency, and maintaining the building free from structural defects for the first five years. They must also complete all project amenities and utilities as promised.
What happens if the developer fails to comply with the RERA Act?
If a developer fails to comply with the RERA Act, they can face legal consequences, including monetary penalties, legal actions, and orders from regulatory authorities like MahaRERA to fulfill their obligations.
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