RERA Cases Weekly Round-Up: Relief for Homebuyers Across India
From refund orders to structural defect rectification
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In addition, the Assam Real Estate Appellate Tribunal clarified that RERA provisions do not have retroactive application to already completed real estate projects. The Maharashtra Real Estate Appellate Tribunal, on the other hand, dismissed a homebuyer's application for condonation of a 225-day delay in filing an appeal.
RERA, or the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016, is a legislation aimed at protecting the interests of homebuyers and promoting transparency in the real estate sector. The Act establishes Real Estate Regulatory Authorities (RERAs) at the state and national levels to regulate the sector.
Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority (MahaRERA) is the regulatory authority established under RERA to regulate the real estate sector in Maharashtra. Himachal Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority (HP RERA) and Telangana Real Estate Regulatory Authority (TSRERA) are similar authorities established in their respective states. Assam Real Estate Appellate Tribunal (Assam REAT) and Maharashtra Real Estate Appellate Tribunal (MahaREAT) are appellate tribunals established to hear appeals against decisions of the regulatory authorities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is RERA?
RERA or the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act 2016 is a legislation aimed at protecting the interests of homebuyers and promoting transparency in the real estate sector
What is the role of RERA authorities?
RERA authorities regulate the real estate sector protect homebuyers' interests and ensure compliance with RERA provisions by builders and developers
Can RERA provisions be applied retroactively to completed projects?
No according to the Assam Real Estate Appellate Tribunal RERA provisions do not have retroactive application to already completed real estate projects
What is the purpose of RERA appellate tribunals?
RERA appellate tribunals hear appeals against decisions of the regulatory authorities and provide a platform for aggrieved parties to seek redressal
How do RERA authorities protect homebuyers' interests?
RERA authorities protect homebuyers' interests by ensuring compliance with RERA provisions directing refunds or compensation to homebuyers and rectifying structural defects in projects among other measures
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