RERA Cracks Down on Vatika Ltd, Imposes Rs 5 Crore Penalty for Non-Compliance
The Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA), Gurugram, has imposed a hefty fine of Rs 5 crore on Vatika Limited for violating Section 3 (1) of the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act 2016.
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Vatika Limited had launched its Vatika India Next residential project in 2013, but failed to register the project with RERA within the stipulated three months after the Act was notified in Haryana in 2017. Despite RERA's intervention in 2022, the promoter delayed registration, which was deemed a serious violation of the Act.
RERA mandates registration for all ongoing projects initiated before the Act came into effect. The authority observed that Vatika obtained a license for its residential real estate project Vatika India Next in 2013 from the Town and Country Planning (TCP) Department of Haryana. However, the promoter failed to apply for RERA registration within the required timeframe.
Arun Kumar, Chairman of RERA Gurugram, emphasized that RERA registration is mandatory for all ongoing real estate projects where completion certificates were not issued before the Act came into force in 2016. He stated that the promoter should have applied for RERA registration in a timely manner to avoid penalties.
Section 3 (1) of the Act 2016 clearly states that no promoter shall advertise, market, book, sell, or offer for sale any plot, apartment, or building without registering the real estate project with the Real Estate Regulatory Authority established under the Act.
After submitting all mandatory approvals for registration of the project, the authority approved the registration of the project. However, the authority also concluded penal proceedings for violation of Section 3, which is a punishable offense under Section 59 of the Act 2016, and imposed a penalty of Rs 5 crore on Vatika Limited.
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Vatika Limited is a well-established real estate developer in the National Capital Region (NCR), with a presence in Gurgaon, Sohna, and other areas. The company has developed several residential and commercial projects in the region.
RERA, or the Real Estate Regulatory Authority, is a statutory body established under the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act 2016 to regulate the real estate sector in India. The authority aims to protect the interests of homebuyers and ensure that developers comply with the provisions of the Act.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the penalty imposed on Vatika Limited?
Vatika Limited has been imposed a penalty of Rs 5 crore by RERA for violating Section 3 (1) of the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act 2016.
What was the violation committed by Vatika Limited?
Vatika Limited failed to register its Vatika India Next residential project with RERA within the stipulated three months after the Act was notified in Haryana in 2017.
What is the purpose of RERA registration?
RERA registration is mandatory for all ongoing real estate projects where completion certificates were not issued before the Act came into force in 2016, to ensure transparency and accountability in the real estate sector.
What is the consequence of non-compliance with RERA regulations?
Non-compliance with RERA regulations can lead to penal proceedings and imposition of fines, as seen in the case of Vatika Limited.
What is the role of RERA in the real estate sector?
RERA aims to regulate the real estate sector in India, protect the interests of homebuyers, and ensure that developers comply with the provisions of the Act.
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