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The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) is launching an upgraded digital portal with a new land use verification feature to curb fraudulent property transactions. This will address issues where commercial plots, green belts, and roads were illegally sold as residential properties. The portal will allow users to generate detailed land use reports by entering tehsil, village name, and plot number, along with the option to obtain an official land use NOC for a nominal fee. LDA Vice Chairperson Prathamesh Kumar announced that the portal will use advanced technology for real-time verification, replacing outdated ERP systems and ensuring greater transparency and trust in property transactions.Read more
The Noida Authority has announced strict action against residential plot allottees who have failed to begin construction or clear dues, warning of cancellation of allotments. A recent review by Noida CEO Lokesh M. revealed several plots in Sectors 51 and 151 with overdue payments totaling over INR 8 crore, with the largest single default exceeding INR 3.5 crore. Despite multiple notices since February, no action has been taken by the defaulters. The Authority will proceed with cancellations as per lease agreements and building regulations and continue issuing demand notices to ensure land is used as intended and dues are recovered.
The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has initiated the process to hire an agency for the demolition of 336 HIG and MIG flats in Signature View Apartments, Mukherjee Nagar, after they were deemed unsafe. The demolition, to be completed in 120 days, will include dismantling structures, debris disposal, and material recovery. While the DDA has issued SOPs for evacuation, residents are seeking clarity on document collection, key handovers, and rent reimbursements. Built between 2007 and 2010, the buildings showed structural issues within years, prompting an IIT Delhi audit that advised demolition. Smooth execution now hinges on clear communication and timely compensation.
Supertech Ltd. was ordered by the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) to hand over management of the common areas of its Supernova project in Noida to the registered Apartment Owners Association in a historic decision. Despite only 27% of units having received occupancy certificates, NCLAT clarified that once an association is registered, it is entitled to take over management, even if the project is incomplete. This decision empowers homebuyers of insolvent real estate projects to gain control of their societies sooner, bypassing developers' resistance.
The Odisha High Court has extended its stay on the state government's February 1, 2025, notification that sought to exempt apartments completed before February 25, 2017, from certain provisions of the Odisha Apartment (Ownership and Management) Act, 2023. The move, challenged by a homebuyer, was seen as favoring builders who sold incomplete flats without occupancy certificates. The case highlights broader issues in India's real estate sector, similar to past disputes in Kerala and Mumbai. The court's final decision, expected on March 26, 2025, will significantly impact apartment ownership rights and legal compliance in Odisha.Read more
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The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is developing a mobile app and tracking system to monitor the movement of construction and demolition (C&D) waste from collection to disposal, aiming to curb illegal dumping in water bodies, mangroves, and open spaces. Under the auto-development Control Regulations (DCR) system, applicants for construction or repair permissions must declare the waste volume and select an approved dump site. The system tracks debris movement and time slots and requires truck drivers to upload images during collection and dumping. Site operators must update the system with the quantity dumped. The initiative also supports two underutilized C&D processing plants, as BMC seeks to reduce reliance on unregulated debris handlers and promote responsible waste disposal through designated facilities.
The Chamarajanagar Urban Development Authority (CUDA) has expanded its jurisdiction to include gram panchayats such as Chandakavadi, Haradanahalli, Madapura, Shivapura, and Kudluru, aligning with rapid urbanization spurred by the Badanaguppe-Kellamballi Industrial Area. The 1,595-acre industrial hub, home to major investments like Muttiah Beverage's INR 1,400 crore plant and Tecchren Batteries' INR 2,000 crore facility, is driving housing demand. In response, CUDA has launched a 14-acre residential layout in Jalahallihundi under a 50:50 model. Declared a Special Investment Region, the area is set for further industrial expansion, balancing economic growth with planned urban development.Read more
The CBI's Economic Offences Branch, Chennai, has booked a landlord, builder, bank-valuers, buyers, and unknown-others for defrauding SBI of INR 5.5 crore through a fraudulent housing-loan. In 2020, siblings S Vakisan and S Deivanai secured a INR 4.26 crore loan for a Tiruporur villa, falsely-valued at INR 6.3 crore by bank-empanelled valuers. An audit later revealed the villa was built in 2016 and previously-mortgaged. The actual-value was INR 3.5 crore. The bank suspected the landowner's involvement and filed a CBI complaint. Following a Madras High Court directive, the CBI has registered a case for investigation.Read more
The Gujarat Real Estate Regulatory Authority (GujRERA) has ruled that existing society members in redevelopment projects will have dual status as both "allottees" and "co-promoters," ensuring they receive RERA protections. Previously, they were classified only as co-promoters, limiting their rights. This decision, made in the Antilia apartment case, obligates builders to fulfill commitments to original homeowners, granting them the same legal safeguards as new buyers. The ruling sets a precedent for future redevelopment cases and enhances regulatory oversight. Legal experts see this as a major step towards fairness and accountability in Gujarat's real estate sector.Read more
The Telangana High Court has ordered a status quo on land acquisition for a multi-purpose industrial park in Vikarabad after farmers from Lagacherla and Hakimpet villages challenged the process. Farmers argue that the state bypassed the mandatory social impact assessment, despite the government acquiring 217 acres and distributing compensation. The case reflects ongoing land disputes across India, including similar legal battles in Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra, where courts intervened due to alleged procedural lapses. The ruling underscores the need for transparent land acquisition, fair compensation, and proper consultation to prevent delays in industrial development.Read more
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