Property Law: In today’s era, many people trust the builder to buy their dream house. The builder promises that he will give possession of the house or flat in the stipulated time, but when the buyer does not get the house even after years, it becomes a cause of financial and mental stress. In such cases, you have legal avenues and consumer rights, using which you can get justice.
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Violation of the agreement and your rights
When a builder does not give the property on time, it is a violation of the agreement. The amount given by the buyer is on the basis of the contract, and it is necessary to follow it. If you have not got the property on time, then you can take legal action. Especially if your project is registered with RERA (Real Estate Regulatory Authority), then you have a strong basis.
Process to file a complaint in RERA
Each state has its own RERA website, such as UP RERA, Maharashtra RERA. To file a complaint, first you have to register on the portal. After this, you have to fill out the complaint form, which includes the name of the builder, details of the project, details of the problem, date and amount of payment, as well as all the proofs you have, such as agreements, receipts, and emails.
You have to upload scanned documents. In some states, a fee of Rs 1000 to Rs 5000 has to be deposited. After the complaint is filed, you get a receipt and a complaint number, through which you can track the status of the case.
Recent case and strict action
Recently, Haryana RERA showed strictness in a big case. A buyer got possession after a long delay of 14 years, but the builder did not pay the ordered compensation of Rs 8.6 lakh. Due to this, RERA issued arrest warrants against the directors of the builder company. One of these directors was abroad, yet the process of action was started against him. This case shows that RERA is now very active in protecting the interests of buyers.
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Recourse to the consumer court
If you have faced fraud, deficiency in service, or mental harm, then you can knock on the door of the Consumer Court. Under the Consumer Protection Act, you can demand a refund, compensation, or possession. Filing a case in court requires time and patience, but this is also a strong way for buyers.
