In cooperative housing societies, membership can be held either as a regular (original) member or an associate member. Associate members typically include spouses or relatives […]
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Society Elections Not Held on Time: Can Managing Committee Contest Again?
Elections to the managing committee of a cooperative housing society are not a formality but a statutory obligation. The tenure of the managing committee is […]
Maintenance Charges for Unsold Flats: Society vs Builder Legal Rights
A frequent dispute in newly formed housing societies arises when members are asked to bear maintenance charges of unsold flats, despite having already paid advance […]
Transfer of Jointly Owned Flat After Death: Nomination, Will & Legal Heirs
In many housing societies, disputes arise when a joint flat owner passes away, especially where legal heirs are estranged and a third party has been […]
Bombay High Court Upholds Arbitral Award Against Developer for Illegal Alterations and Failure to Obtain OC
In a significant ruling impacting redevelopment projects in Mumbai, the Bombay High Court has upheld an arbitral award directing a city-based developer to regularise illegal […]
Suspected Financial Irregularities in a Housing Society: How to Seek an Inquiry by the Registrar
Transparency and accountability are the backbone of a cooperative housing society. When a managing committee fails to explain financial transactions or does not cooperate in […]
Can a Society Refuse Leave and License to an Unmarried Brother and Sister?
Housing societies often pass general body resolutions restricting bachelors or spinsters from residing in the premises, usually citing concerns of discipline, security, or past experiences. […]
Are All Real Estate Projects Required to Register with MahaRERA? A Clear Legal Explanation
The Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 (RERA) was enacted to bring transparency, accountability, and consumer protection in the real estate sector. In Maharashtra, […]
Can a Pets Care Centre Be Run in a Residential Housing Society?
While Indian law strongly protects animal welfare and the right to keep pets, it draws a clear distinction between keeping pets for personal companionship and […]
How to Escalate Complaints in a Cooperative Housing Society
In a cooperative housing society, members often first approach the managing committee with complaints related to administration, finances, misconduct, or non-compliance with bye-laws. However, if […]