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Maha RERA Latest News Updates

May 23: MahaRERA Makes QR Code Mandatory In Project Advertisement. From 1st August the newly registered housing projects would have to mention the QR code in their project advertisements. The MahaRERA made the announcement with the aim to prevent fraudulent ads and also to make things easier for prospective buyers. 

The QR code would help the consumer in getting the complete information, as well as the developer’s MahaRERA registration number. It has been made compulsory that the project website should display the code prominently so that all the information about the project and the company can be received easily and instantly. 

The MahaRERA has already begun issuing QR codes, that include all the necessary details of the housing projects, to the new as well as old projects.

May 23: Registration for new projects would be granted by the Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority (MahaRERA) only when the local authorities complete the verification and issue the Commencement Certificates (CCs). The new rule would come into effect from June 19. 

MahaRERA made it compulsory for the authorities to email the CCs to the official MahaRERA website. After this, the authorities can display the CCS on their web portals. They also have the option of integrating their web portal with the MahaRERA portal. The officials of the regulatory authority mentioned that the local authorities would have to upload the CCs or integrate their portals before March 31st.

May 2023: The officials announced on 16th May, 2023 that MahaRERA (Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority) has allowed the deregistration of two projects in Maharashtra out of 60 applications. The authorities issued an order in February 2023 allowing housing developers to deregister their housing projects under certain conditions. This process was permitted as many developers were unable to start and complete the construction of the building. The order stated that MahaRERA will allow deregistration only if the project has zero homebuyers or allottees. If there are any allottees, then deregistration is allowed, only if the claims and rights of these allottees are settled by the housing developers. 

What is RERA Act in Maharashtra?

As per the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016, every Indian state must have a dedicated Real Estate Regulatory Authority. The special authority oversees the protocols within the real estate industry of the state and undertakes dispute redressal when required. 

In Maharashtra, Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority or MahaRERA functions to regulate the undertakings in the real estate market.

1. Objectives Of RERA Act in Maharashtra

The main objectives of the RERA Act Maharashtra include: 

• Protecting the interest of real estate customers

• Ensuring transparency during the sale of apartments or plots

• Ensuring settlement in times of dispute

• Forming the Appellate Tribunal to address buyer complaints

2. MahaRERA Registration

It is mandatory for the promoters to register their real estate project under the RERA act to sell, advertise, market, book or purchase. Before proceeding to work, it is expected from the promoters to make an application to the authority for registration.

The Maharashtra Government regulates the responsibility of registering real estate projects under the Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority.

How to Search for MahaRERA Registered Projects?

You can check MahaRERA Project Search (महारेरा प्रकल्प शोध) details through the following steps:

• Step 1: Visit the official Maha RERA website.

• Step 2:  Click on ‘Registered Projects’ listed under the sub-heading ‘Select User Type’.

• Step 3: MahaRERA Search for project details either by typing in its name, the name of the promoter, or its registration/certificate number.

• Step 4: Next, click on ‘Search’. The project details will appear in the search results. Click on ‘View’ to see all the details of the project such as locality, project type, ongoing status, and proposed completion date.

How to Register for a Real Estate Project with RERA Maharashtra?

Here are the steps that you must follow to register and MaLogin with RERA Maharashtra (रेरा महाराष्ट्र): 

• Step 1: Visit the official RERA Maharashtra website to do MahaRERA Login, i.e. Login Page : Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority (mahaonline.gov.in).

• Step 2: Click on ‘New Registration’.

• Step 3: A new window will open. Here, you must select ‘User Type’ (promoter/real estate agent/citizen).

• Step 4: Enter the requested information. 

• Step 5: You must then verify your email ID before you login to your account.

How to Register as a Real Estate Agent on MahaRERA?

The steps to register as a real estate agent are as follows:

• Step 1: Log on to the MahaRERA website at https://maharera.mahaonline.gov.in/

• Step 2: Click on the ‘Online Application’ button.

• Step 3: Click on the ‘New Registration’ option on the page you will be redirected to. Select the user type as ‘Real Estate Agent’ post that.

• Step 4: Complete the registration process by making a user ID and setting a password.

How to Search for Registered Agents on RERA Maharashtra

The steps to search for registered agents are as follows:

• Step 1: Go to the official website of MahaRERA at https://maharerait.mahaonline.gov.in/

• Step 2: Click on the ‘Registration’ tab on the homepage and then select ‘Registered Real Estate Agents’ from the dropdown list.

• Step 3: Fill in the requisite details to access information regarding the concerned registered agent.

Documents Required for MahaRERA as a Promoter

• PAN card

• Copy of the legal title report

• Form-B Declaration

• Certificates from the architect (Form-1: mandatory for only ongoing projects)

• Certificates from the architect (Form-4)

• Certificates from the CA (Form-3)

• Certificates from the CA (Form-5)

• Certificates from the Engineer (Form-2: mandatory for only ongoing projects)

• Commencement certificates

• Details of encumbrance

• Copy of the layout approval and building plan approval

• Signed proforma of the allotment letter and agreement for sale

Documents Required for MahaRERA as an Agent

• PAN card

• Memorandum of Association

• Articles of Association

• Self-certified copies of all letterheads

• Self-certified copy of letterhead with a rubber stamp

• Acknowledgement receipts proposed to be used by the real estate agent

• Income tax returns (ITR) of the last 3 years of the declaration

• Any pending criminal or civil cases

• Particulars of MahaRERA registration including the bye-laws

Maha RERA Fees and Charges

How to File a Complaint with Maha-RERA?

Maha-RERA has developed a dedicated online portal for complaint registration. To file a complaint through the portal, follow these below-mentioned steps:

• Step 1: Register yourself on the maharera online portal by creating a unique username and password. 

• Step 2: Next, click on ‘New Registration’.

• Step 3: Enter all the details such as the user type, state, username, password, mobile number, email ID, and captcha code.

• Step 4: Enter the username and password to log in to the system.

• Step 5: Click on ‘Accounts’ and ‘My Profile’.

• Step 6: Enter other requested details such as name, address for official communication, mobile number, and email ID.

• Step 7: Click on the ‘Complaint Details’ tab before selecting ‘Add New Complaints’. Start filling up the requested details. 

• Step 8: Upload documents and approve the declaration. 

• Step 9: Click on the ‘Payment’ tab post submission. The payment can be made using the online or offline mode. 

How to check which MahaRERA-Registered Projects have Expired?

MahaRERA allows users to view information on expired or lapsed real estate projects as well. If you want to know which MahaRERA projects have expired, you should:

• Step 1: Visit the official RERA website, i.e. https://maharera.mahaonline.gov.in/Home/Index.

• Step 2: Click on 'Lapsed Projects’ listed under the ‘Registration’ tab. 

• Step 3: You should be able to view the completed list of expired projects.

How to Check which Projects had their Registrations Revoked by Maha-RERA?

MahaRERA can cancel or revoke the registration of a project based on complaints of unfair practices or violation of RERA rules. To find out which MahaRERA projects have been revoked:

• Step 1: Visit the official RERA Website i.e https://maharera.mahaonline.gov.in/Home/Index.

• Step 2: Click on 'Projects’ listed under the ‘Registration’ tab - Registration Revoked or Ab initio void'.

• Step 3: You should be able to view the complete list of revoked projects. The copies of the revocation order may be downloaded too.

How to Check Litigations on Real Estate Projects on MahaRERA Portal?

The MahaRERA portal allows citizens to find the details of a project undergoing litigation. To do so:

• Step 1: Visit the official MahaRERA portal.

• Step 2: Click on ‘Appellate Tribunal’ followed by ‘Orders’.

• Step 3: To view the results, you can type the name in the search bar. 

• Step 4: You can also choose to look out for the same under the list that appears on the screen.

Which projects are not required to be registered with MahaRERA?

The following projects need not be registered under the MahaRERA act:

• Plot of land where a house is going to be constructed and is under 500 square metres in area.

• Projects where the number of apartments do not exceed 8.

• Projects that received their completion certificate before the MahaRERA act came into existence.

• Projects which are being redeveloped.

MahaRERA Permits Developers to De-register a Residential Project

As of June 20, 2022, MahaRERA has given developers the option to de-register residential projects if they are unable to move on with them since the RERA Act makes no provision for forcing the completion of a project when the developer declares an unwillingness to do so. As per legal professionals, this historic decision may give other developers who are unable to move on with the project a road to examine the option of de-registration.

Benefits of MahaRERA Registration

MahaRERA registration carries innumerable benefits for real estate stakeholders, namely: 

• RERA ensures a smooth system by establishing a separate escrow account for borrowers undertaking real estate transactions 

• The RERA certification surveils the authentication of promoters and brokers to safeguard the interest of real estate buyers

• The system allows registered promoters and brokers the authority to file a complaint with the authority about any issue within the sector

• Maha RERA enables promoters to settle on the date of project completion based on their preferences

• The authority intends to strengthen the real estate industry in the nation. It also aims to foster a sense of professionalism and ensures a clear path for people wishing to join the real estate industry

Contact in Case of Challenges on Maha RERA Official Website

To effectively address the issues of citizens, MahaRERA has also established a toll-free helpline. Enquirers can call on the following numbers with their queries:

• Toll-free number: 1800 210 3770

• Primary Rate Interface (PRI) Line (could be chargeable): 022 6915 7100

The helpline operates from 7 am to 11 pm through Monday and Saturday, except on Sundays and government holidays.

RERA Maharashtra Office Address

The addresses for MahaRERA head office and other regional offices is as follows:

• RERA Mumbai Office Address: Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority, 3rd Floor, A-Wing, Slum Rehabilitation Authority, Administrative Building, Anant Kanekar Marg, Bandra (E), Mumbai, Maharashtra 400051 Phone No: 022 68111600 

• RERA Pune Office Address: Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority, 109 to 113, 1st Floor, Sayajirao Gaikwad Udyog Bhavan, Aundh, Pune, Maharashtra 411 007 Phone No: 020 2980 6545 

• RERA Nagpur Office Address: Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority, Administrative Building No.1, 1st Floor, Adjacent to Udyog Bhavan, Civil Line, Nagpur, Maharashtra 440001 Phone No: 0712 255 1400

RERA Maharashtra Rules in Regional Language 

To view the RERA rules in Maharashtra in the regional language, visit maharera.mahaonline.gov.in. 

Conclusion

Over the course of this article, we have shed light on the RERA Act in Maharashtra, its objectives, benefits, functions, fees, and various other important services you can avail of. By registering on the official website, and by entering your credentials, you can check a host of services, including the full list of registered projects, expiry of projects, projects revoked, and even file a complaint. If purchasing a plot or property is on your mind, you can visit the Bajaj Markets website.Bajaj Markets has now partnered with a range of housing loan providers, through whom you can opt for loans at attractive interest rates. Additionally, you can make use of the Home Loan Calculator to ascertain the EMI amount that you will need to pay when opting for Home Loan.

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