When Housing Societies in Maharashtra Cannot Call Their Land Their Own Imagine living in a building for decades paying maintenance, funding repairs, managing society affairs only to discover your housing society in Maharashtra doesn’t truly own the land. It’s leased from the government. This is the harsh reality for thousands of housing societies in Maharashtra, many of which are stuck with leasehold government land, unable to exercise full…

Facing Illegal Occupation of Your Property? Here’s What You Need to Know about Unauthorised Occupant Removal Maharashtra Imagine returning to your property your home, your office, or your land only to find it occupied by strangers. They refuse to leave. They claim rights they don’t have. You’re overwhelmed, angry, and unsure of your legal standing. Unfortunately, this isn’t uncommon in Maharashtra. Many property owners, NRIs, and even housing…

Introduction: When Homeownership Becomes a Legal Battle – Navigating the RERA Appeals Process Maharashtra Imagine investing your life savings into a flat only to face indefinite delays, half-completed projects, or one-sided contract cancellations. Or, as a builder, being penalised unfairly for delays caused by force majeure. For thousands in Maharashtra, this is more than just a worst-case scenario it’s real. Thankfully, the RERA appeals process Maharashtra offers a…

BMC Building Maintenance Rules: Legal Duties of Civic Bodies in Mumbai & Thane Imagine waking up to a leaking ceiling or a cracked wall and your housing society says it’s not their problem. Or picture a dangerous footpath or unstable drainage right outside your building with no repair in sight. In Mumbai and Thane, these are not just daily inconveniences they represent critical safety and legal challenges. This…

Legal Guide to Buying or Selling an SRA Resale Flat in Mumbai Are you planning to buy or sell an SRA resale flat in Mumbai? If yes, it’s crucial to understand the legal roadmap before committing to the deal. While these properties may seem affordable, a single legal misstep could lead to severe financial and emotional losses. Whether you’re a buyer dreaming of homeownership in the city or…

Trapped in a Property Dispute? Explore Alternative Dispute Resolution Real Estate Property disputes can quickly turn a dream home into a legal nightmare. In Maharashtra and across India, delayed possession, builder defaults, title issues, and ownership conflicts are increasingly common. Instead of long and expensive court battles, many buyers and owners are turning to alternative dispute resolution in real estate such as arbitration, mediation, and conciliation to resolve…

Property Boundary Disputes Maharashtra: Legal Ways to Resolve Stressful Land Conflicts Property boundary disputes in Maharashtra are common, especially in urbanising areas where land values are high and documentation may be unclear. Disagreements over plot demarcation, encroachment, and survey inaccuracies often lead to legal battles between neighbors or family members. This article outlines the legal remedies available under Maharashtra’s land and property laws, the role of government surveyors,…

Rehabilitation and Resettlement in Maharashtra: When Development Reaches People’s Homes As Maharashtra accelerates infrastructure and urban development projects, the state faces growing challenges around rehabilitation and resettlement. Families displaced by road widening, metro expansion, dam construction, and redevelopment schemes often struggle with delayed compensation, inadequate housing, and lack of legal clarity. This article explores the legal framework governing rehabilitation and resettlement in Maharashtra, the rights of affected residents,…

Society Managing Committee Thane: Understand Legal Responsibilities and Compliance Needs In Thane’s growing housing societies, many residents often ask: who is legally responsible for smooth operations, collecting maintenance, or ensuring proper building repairs? The answer lies with the Society managing committee Thane, a group of elected members who manage your society’s daily affairs. However, most people underestimate the housing society committee legal duties and the serious risks of…

Landlords Locked Out of Their Own Properties? Understanding Your Rights Under the Maharashtra Rent Control Act Being a landlord in Mumbai can be rewarding, yet many property owners face the harsh reality of tenants overstaying their welcome, defaulting on rent, or misusing their premises. Reclaiming your property legally may feel overwhelming, but the maharashtra rent control act provides clear procedures to protect landlord rights. This article explains the…

Encumbrance Certificate Maharashtra: Why It Matters for Safe Property Transactions Buying property in Maharashtra? While documents like sale deeds and tax receipts are essential, many buyers overlook a critical document – the Encumbrance Certificate Maharashtra. This certificate acts as legal proof that the property is free from any financial or legal liabilities, making it a must-have for any safe property transaction. In this guide, you will learn why…

Facing the Reality of Abandoned Real Estate in Maharashtra In Maharashtra, abandoned real estate projects have left thousands of homebuyers in legal and financial limbo. Delayed construction, stalled redevelopment, and non-compliance with occupation certificate norms continue to plague both urban and semi-urban regions. This article explores the legal, financial, and regulatory challenges of abandoned real estate in Maharashtra and outlines the steps property owners and buyers can take…

Leasehold Property Rights Maharashtra: Do You Truly Own Your Home? Thousands of property owners across Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Thane, and other cities in Maharashtra live in properties they paid for but still don’t have absolute ownership. Why? Because of leasehold property rights Maharashtra, where land remains owned by a government body like CIDCO, MHADA, or MCGM, while you only lease it for decades. But here’s the good news:…

RERA Complaint in Maharashtra: Legal Process, Authority Powers & Order Enforcement Explained Have you invested your savings into your dream home, only to face endless delays, poor construction, or vanishing developers? You are not alone. Across Maharashtra, thousands of buyers face similar nightmares. Fortunately, the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 (RERA) empowers you to act. This article explains everything about filing a RERA complaint in Maharashtra,…

Senior Citizen Property Rights Maharashtra: Why They Matter In Maharashtra, senior citizen property rights are protected under various laws, including the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007. These rights ensure that elderly individuals are not deprived of their property or forced to transfer ownership under undue pressure. Seniors can reclaim property transferred without fair consideration or revoke gifts if the recipient fails to provide…