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 […]
Subletting a Flat to Your Family Member: Rules, Charges, and Required Compliances
Many housing society members temporarily allow close family members to stay in their flats for study, medical, or work-related reasons. In this case, a grandfather […]
Heirship Requirements for Flat Transfer After the Death of a Spouse in a Housing Society
When a flat owner passes away without leaving behind a will, the transfer of ownership can become confusing for the surviving family members. Even if […]
AGM Notice and Minutes Rules for Housing Societies under MCS Act
The Annual General Meeting (AGM) is one of the most important events in a cooperative housing society’s calendar. It ensures transparency, accountability, and collective decision-making […]
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 […]
Can a Builder Collect Payment in Someone Else’s Name After Receiving OC?
Homebuyers must exercise caution when purchasing a flat, especially in a building where the Occupancy Certificate (OC) has already been received and most flats are […]
How to Obtain Conveyance When Developer Fails to Execute It and OC Is Pending
Many housing societies in Maharashtra face challenges when their buildings are not registered under MahaRERA and the developer fails to execute the conveyance deed. In […]
Who Is Responsible for Internal Leakage Between Flats in a Housing Society?
Leakage and seepage between flats are among the most common disputes faced in old housing societies. When such leakage originates from the upper flat and […]