Odisha Introduces Groundbreaking Real Estate Reforms to Enhance RERA Implementation
In a bold step to strengthen the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 (RERA), the Odisha government has rolled out a series of comprehensive reforms aimed at boosting transparency, coordination, and enforcement in the real estate sector.
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The decisions were taken during a high-level meeting chaired by the Chief Secretary at Lok Seva Bhawan in Bhubaneswar. These reforms are designed to address long-standing issues in the real estate market and ensure that the interests of homebuyers are protected.
A key reform mandates that all planning and development authorities under the Housing and Urban Development (H&UD) Department must notify the Odisha Real Estate Regulatory Authority (ORERA) in real time regarding any project plan approvals. A digital data-sharing protocol will soon be developed to eliminate long-standing inter-departmental communication gaps. This will ensure that all stakeholders have access to the latest and most accurate information.
The government also announced that ORERA 2.0 will be integrated with the Bhulekh (land records) and SUJOG portals, allowing automatic data synchronization and cross-verification of approved projects. This is expected to significantly reduce duplication and misinformation, making the regulatory process more efficient and reliable.
Further strengthening enforcement, the H&UD Department will now work in coordination with the Revenue & Disaster Management Department to recover penalties imposed by ORERA under the Odisha Public Demand Recovery (OPDR) Act. This will ensure that builders and developers who violate RERA regulations face the consequences of their actions.
For the first time, enforcement support from BDA (Bhubaneswar Development Authority) and BMC (Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation) will be extended to ORERA. A monthly enforcement calendar will be published to ensure systematic action. This will help in maintaining a consistent and transparent enforcement process.
In addition, monthly coordination meetings between ORERA, H&UD, and Revenue Departments will be institutionalized. District Collectors and Tehsildars will be required to submit regular reports on illegal real estate activities, bringing local-level monitoring into the fold. This will ensure that all levels of government are actively involved in the regulatory process.
The implementation of RERA provisions has now been made a standing agenda item in collector review meetings, guaranteeing consistent attention at the district level. This will help in addressing issues at the ground level and ensuring that the regulations are being followed.
To address capacity gaps, ORERA will expedite recruitment for crucial sanctioned posts such as Joint Secretary (Admin) and Deputy Secretary (Enforcement). Moreover, it will be empowered to recruit retired government officials via open advertisements to fill vacant positions. This will ensure that ORERA has the necessary resources to carry out its functions effectively.
Lastly, regular grievance redressal meetings will be held between ORERA and H&UD officials to ensure time-bound solutions to citizen complaints. This will help in building trust and confidence among homebuyers and other stakeholders in the real estate market.
These reforms signify a paradigm shift in Odisha’s real estate regulation, with a focus on protecting homebuyers’ interests, enhancing transparency, and enforcing builder accountability. The government’s commitment to these reforms is expected to bring about significant improvements in the real estate sector, making it more reliable and trustworthy for all.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 (RERA)?
The Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 (RERA) is a law enacted by the Indian government to regulate the real estate sector, protect homebuyers, and ensure transparency and accountability in real estate transactions.
What is ORERA?
ORERA stands for Odisha Real Estate Regulatory Authority. It is the regulatory body established under RERA to oversee and enforce the provisions of the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 in the state of Odisha.
What are the key reforms introduced by the Odisha government?
The key reforms include real-time notifications of project approvals, digital data-sharing protocols, integration with land records and SUJOG portals, enhanced enforcement mechanisms, and regular coordination meetings among departments.
How will these reforms benefit homebuyers?
These reforms will benefit homebuyers by ensuring greater transparency, accountability, and enforcement of RERA provisions. Homebuyers can expect more reliable and trustworthy real estate transactions, with better protection of their interests.
What steps are being taken to address capacity gaps in ORERA?
To address capacity gaps, ORERA will expedite recruitment for crucial posts such as Joint Secretary (Admin) and Deputy Secretary (Enforcement). Additionally, ORERA will be empowered to recruit retired government officials via open advertisements to fill vacant positions.
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