Membership records are the foundation of a cooperative housing society (CHS). These records establish the legal rights of members, define their shareholding, and ensure transparency […]
Can Administrator Be Appointed After Election Date Is Notified in a Housing Society?
Elections in cooperative housing societies are an essential process to ensure democratic functioning. The Maharashtra Cooperative Societies (MCS) Act, 1960 and the MCS (Election to […]
Can a Housing Society Committee Allow Film Shooting Without General Body Approval?
Housing societies often look for ways to generate additional revenue, and one common option is granting permission for film shootings in common areas like gardens, […]
Can a Housing Society Send General Body Meeting Notices on WhatsApp?
In today’s digital age, WhatsApp groups have become a quick and convenient way for housing societies to share information with members. Notices, circulars, minutes of […]
Company Membership Rules in Housing Society: Limits, Rights, and Compliance
Many housing societies face situations where companies purchase multiple flats for their employees. While this is legally permitted, there are specific rules and limits that […]
Bank Guarantee in Redevelopment: Why It Is Mandatory for Housing Societies
Redevelopment is a crucial process for many cooperative housing societies in Maharashtra. While selecting a developer, it is important to safeguard members’ interests through proper […]
By-law 175: Society Can Terminate Developer if No Development Agreement is Executed
In cooperative housing society redevelopment, one of the most critical steps is the execution of the Development Agreement (DA) with the selected developer. By-law 175 […]
FAQs on Redevelopment of Housing Societies in Maharashtra
Q1: Why is redevelopment important in cities like Mumbai?SRELJ: Redevelopment is vital because old buildings have a shelf-life and become unsafe or difficult to maintain […]
Sahakar Samwad Portal – Services, Benefits, and Complaint Filing Guide
What is Sahakar Samvad?Sahakar Samvad is an initiative by the Maharashtra State Cooperative Housing Societies and Apartments Federation Ltd. It is a dedicated online platform […]
Registrar Rules Against Illegal Levy of Development Fund on Flat Owners Renting Out Their Units
The office of the deputy registrar of co-operative societies has ruled that cooperative housing societies cannot levy additional charges on members who rent out their […]