The question of whether 18% GST applicable on maintenance charges collected by builders before the housing society is formally formed has been a subject of […]
Category: Legal
Can a Treasurer Resign Without Committee Acceptance?
In a housing society or cooperative society, office-bearers such as the treasurer play a crucial role in maintaining the financial integrity of the organization. The […]
Quorum Rules for Developer Appointment in Housing Society Redevelopment
With aging buildings and the growing need for modern infrastructure, redevelopment has become a pressing issue for many cooperative housing societies in Maharashtra. The state […]
How to Challenge a C1 Structural Audit Report Declaring Your Building Dilapidated
A structural audit is a mandatory exercise for older buildings, aimed at assessing the safety and stability of the structure. In Mumbai, buildings over 30 […]
Bombay High Court Clears Society to Appoint New Developer
In a significant judgment impacting delayed housing society redevelopment projects, the Bombay High Court has upheld the termination of a redevelopment agreement between Madhugiri Co-operative […]
Bombay HC: 51% Rule Mandatory for Housing Society Registration
In a significant ruling, the Bombay High Court has upheld the validity of a circular issued in March 2016 by the Registrar of Cooperative Societies, […]
Bombay HC: Shop and Office Owners Have Equal Housing Society Rights
The Bombay High Court has reaffirmed the legal principle that all unit owners—whether of commercial offices, shops, or residential flats—have equal rights in managing a […]
Maharashtra Government Tightens Norms for MLA Fund Utilization in Housing Societies
The Maharashtra government has introduced stricter guidelines for the utilization of Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Local Area Development (LAD) funds in cooperative housing societies. […]
Is It Legal for Housing Societies to Restrict Water Supply? Know Your Rights
Water is a fundamental necessity, and restricting access to it can cause severe inconvenience, particularly for senior citizens, individuals with medical conditions, and families with […]
Impact of New India Cooperative Bank Crisis on Housing Societies and Depositors
The recent financial crisis at New India Cooperative Bank has left not only individual account holders but also cooperative housing societies struggling to manage their […]