TG RERA Orders Hyderabad Builder to Fix Water Seepage Without Additional Charges
The Telangana Real Estate Regulatory Authority (TG RERA) has directed a Hyderabad-based builder to resolve water seepage issues in a flat owner's property within 60 days, without charging any additional fees. Penalties will be imposed if the builder fails to comply.
Tg ReraWater SeepageFlat OwnerSri Karthikeya ConstructionsRera Act 2016Real EstateJun 05, 2025
The complainant, Madhusudhan Rao Udutha, residing in flat no. 432 of Sri Karthikeya Constructions (SKC) Bliss in Bachupally, reported noticing water seepage in the master bedroom, washroom, and kitchen areas from December 1, 2023. He had purchased the flat for Rs 46 lakhs with a built-up area of 1,336 sq ft in 2022. Despite notifying the developer multiple times through phone calls and emails, the issue remained unresolved.
Furthermore, the complainant alleged that the external walls were constructed with a thickness of six inches instead of the agreed eight inches, violating the construction standards and compromising the structural integrity and safety of the building. The complainant sought several reliefs from the builder, including carrying out necessary repairs at no cost, ensuring compliance with the agreed specifications for wall thickness, and making the required corrections. Additionally, the complainant requested that a penalty be imposed on the builder for the delay and distress caused.
The builder, Sri Karthikeya Constructions, filed a counterclaim, disputing the allegations. They argued that the water seepage was due to the improper usage of washrooms and kitchen sinks by the complainant, leading to blockages in the PVC water lines. The builder also denied the complaint about the wall thickness, stating that the walls were constructed using six-inch bricks with plastering on both sides, ensuring compliance with the specified 8-inch thickness. They claimed that all seepage issues had been promptly resolved.
The complainant refuted these claims, stating that the allegations made by the builder were false and defamatory, and that the builder was attempting to avoid addressing the pipeline defects and wall seepage.
In response to the complaint, the TG RERA chairperson, N Satyanarayana, and two other RERA members, K Srinivasa Rao and Laxmi Naryana Jannu, issued orders directing the builder to complete the rectification work related to the water seepage in the master bedroom, washrooms, and kitchen area of the complainant’s unit within 60 days, without any additional charge to the complainant. If the builder fails to comply with the orders, penalties will be imposed following section 61 of the RERA Act 2016.
This decision by TG RERA underscores the importance of adhering to construction standards and addressing the concerns of flat owners promptly. It also highlights the role of regulatory authorities in ensuring that builders are held accountable for the quality and integrity of their projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Telangana Real Estate Regulatory Authority (TG RERA)?
The Telangana Real Estate Regulatory Authority (TG RERA) is a regulatory body established under the RERA Act 2016 to protect the rights of homebuyers and ensure transparency, accountability, and fairness in the real estate sector in Telangana.
What was the main issue reported by the flat owner?
The flat owner, Madhusudhan Rao Udutha, reported water seepage in the master bedroom, washroom, and kitchen areas, as well as the construction of external walls with a thickness of six inches instead of the agreed eight inches.
What did the builder claim in response to the complaint?
The builder, Sri Karthikeya Constructions, claimed that the water seepage was due to the improper usage of washrooms and kitchen sinks by the flat owner, causing blockages in the PVC water lines. They also denied the complaint about the wall thickness, stating that the walls were constructed as per the agreement.
What did TG RERA order the builder to do?
TG RERA ordered the builder to resolve the water seepage issues in the flat owner's unit within 60 days without charging any additional fees. Penalties will be imposed if the builder fails to comply.
What is the RERA Act 2016?
The Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act 2016 (RERA Act 2016) is a law enacted to regulate the real estate sector in India, ensuring transparency, accountability, and the protection of homebuyers' rights. It mandates the establishment of regulatory authorities in each state to oversee the sector.
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