In a cooperative housing society, situations may arise where the Secretary and the Chairman wish to resign simultaneously. This is legally permissible and the Maharashtra […]
What Is Corpus Fund in Housing Societies and When Should the Builder Pay It?
A corpus fund is a significant financial component in housing society redevelopment or new housing projects, especially in cities like Mumbai, Pune, and other parts […]
Election of Board Members in a Condominium: Can Authority Letters Override Bye-Laws?
In Maharashtra, condominiums are governed by the Maharashtra Apartment Ownership Act, 1970 (MAOA). Unlike cooperative housing societies, which are governed by the Maharashtra Cooperative Societies […]
Who Is Liable for Unpaid Electricity Dues After Buying a Property in a Bank Auction?
When a property is purchased through a bank auction, especially under SARFAESI or DRT proceedings, it is typically sold on an “as is where is”, […]
Do All Members Need to Sign a Redevelopment Agreement?
The process of redeveloping a housing society is a significant undertaking, often fraught with questions and concerns from its members. One of the most frequently […]
Associate Member in Housing Society – Rights, Voting & Legal Status as per MCS Act
With the 2019 amendment to the Maharashtra Cooperative Societies (MCS) Act, the concept and role of an associate member have been clearly defined and legally […]
Lucknow Development Authority Launches Demand Survey for Citizen-Centric Housing Projects
In a major push towards participatory urban planning, the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has launched a public demand survey to plan and construct high-rise residential […]
Appointing a Society Manager Through Housing Federation: What You Need to Know
If your housing society is looking to appoint a trained and qualified manager to handle its daily operations, you can approach a notified housing federation, […]
What to Do If the Secretary Does Not Record Dissent in Society Meeting Minutes
In cooperative housing societies, transparency and accurate record-keeping are essential, especially when it comes to recording minutes of general body meetings. If a secretary fails […]
What Can Be Done If a Housing Society Fails to Maintain Accounts and Call AGMs for Years?
Housing societies are governed by the Maharashtra Cooperative Societies Act (MCS Act), 1960, and are bound to follow statutory obligations such as maintaining books of […]