Unpaid maintenance is one of the most common and frustrating issues in cooperative housing societies. While every resident enjoys common facilities, not all contribute equally. […]
Category: Co-operative Society
How Housing Societies Can Act Against Junk, Waste and Abandoned Vehicles
A clean and hygienic society environment is essential for the safety and well-being of all residents. When junk, unused vehicles, and construction debris accumulate in […]
Is It Necessary to Share Flat-Sale Details in the Society WhatsApp Group?
Many housing societies today use WhatsApp groups for quick updates and informal communication. However, when it comes to official matters—such as selling a flat—members often […]
Managing Committee Composition Rules for Housing Societies With Less Than 50 Members
The structure of the managing committee in a cooperative housing society is governed by the Maharashtra Cooperative Societies (MCS) Act, 1960 and the amended Chapter […]
Can a Housing Society Cancel a Resolution Passed in the General Body?
Housing societies operate based on democratic principles. Members collectively take decisions through resolutions during general body meetings. Once a resolution is passed, it becomes binding […]
Maharashtra Approves New MHADA Colony Redevelopment Policy
The Maharashtra cabinet has cleared a landmark policy for the integrated and cluster redevelopment of ageing MHADA colonies across Mumbai and its suburbs. Under the […]
Society Cannot Charge Entry and Exit Fees for Leave & License Renewal
Housing societies often introduce charges that may seem routine but are actually not permitted under cooperative laws. One such recurring issue is the demand for […]
Can a Builder Use Old Agreement Clauses to Construct Extra Floors Without Consent?
Many housing projects built under the Maharashtra Ownership Flats Act (MOFA) include clauses stating that the developer can use available FSI and construct additional buildings […]
Is an NOC Enough to Transfer Property Rights Between Family Members
Property transfers within families often happen out of mutual understanding and goodwill. However, when it comes to legally transferring ownership, particularly of a flat, the […]
Bombay High Court Reaffirms Eviction Principles under the Public Premises Act
The Bombay High Court, in the case of LIC vs. Niloufer Marshall and Ors., delivered a significant ruling concerning eviction proceedings under the Public Premises […]