Tag: flat

Buyer’s right to refuse possession of flat upheld in case of delay in construction by developer

By Varsha G. Subramanian In a recent case[1], the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (“Commission”) disposed off three complaints regarding inordinate delay in construction of the projects in favour of flat buyers. The Complainants had

Maharashtra Housing (Regulation & Development) Act 2012: Overview – Part II

By Shiju. P.V One of the main reason for the repeal of MOFA[1] was the lack of an effective regulatory arm to implement its provisions. As a result, flat buyers can only approach the consumer forums

Maharashtra Housing (Regulation & Development) Act 2012: Overview – Part I

By Shiju P.V. With the Presidential assent to Maharashtra Housing (Regulation and Development) Act 2012 (the “Act”)[2] in February this year, the State is all set to establish a new authority to regulate the housing