A common concern among members of cooperative housing societies is whether the bye-laws must be updated every time there is a change in law. Many […]
Nominee vs Legal Heir – Who Owns the Flat in Society?
In cooperative housing societies, nomination is often misunderstood as ownership. When a member passes away intestate (without a Will), disputes may arise—especially when there are […]
Recovery of Maintenance Dues from Habitual Defaulters in Housing Societies
Timely payment of maintenance charges is the backbone of a cooperative housing society’s functioning. However, habitual defaulters often create financial strain and unfair burden on […]
ITAT Rules Redeveloped Flat Not Taxable as Other Income: Section 54F Explained
In a significant ruling for property owners and tenants, the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal has clarified that a flat received in a redevelopment project cannot […]
Banks Can Deny NOC For Redevelopment of Property?
When a housing society undergoes redevelopment, flats that are under a housing loan are technically mortgaged to the bank. This means the bank has a […]
Can Housing Societies Use Sinking Fund for Structural Repairs Before Redevelopment?
In many aging housing societies, especially those nearing 25–30 years, structural audits often recommend urgent repairs. However, when redevelopment is being considered in the near […]
Is Rotational Parking Legal in Society Redevelopment?
Parking allocation is one of the most sensitive issues during redevelopment of cooperative housing societies. Many societies consider rotational parking between upper and lower basements, […]
Can Society Deny EV Charging Point Installation in Parking?
With the rapid adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), many residents now seek to install charging points in their society parking spaces. However, delays or non-response […]
Virtual Meetings in Housing Societies – Are They Still Allowed After the Pandemic?
During the COVID-19 pandemic, cooperative housing societies across Maharashtra adopted virtual meetings to ensure that society administration continued without physical gatherings. Managing committee meetings and […]
Maintenance Charges for Unsold Flats – Are Existing Members Liable?
Many residents in newly formed housing societies face disputes regarding maintenance charges for unsold flats. In some cases, managing committees distribute the maintenance burden of […]