Attention Homebuyers! Maharashtra Halts Registration Of Flats Built In Violation Of Approved Plans; Here's What You Should Know

The Maharashtra government has announced a ban on registering property documents for flats built in violation of approved building plans. This move, aimed at curbing unauthorized construction and preventing fraud in property transactions, applies to flats in buildings where construction has exceeded the approved plan, including cases involving unauthorised additional floors.

The restriction covers first-sale agreements, sale and purchase documents, apartment deeds, and documents used to transfer flats to another person. While the precise applicability of the order will depend on its terms and the nature of the violations, the move is expected to create difficulties for buyers seeking to complete property transactions and establish legal ownership through registration.

Prospective buyers are advised to verify a property's legal and construction status before booking a flat or making a substantial payment, including checking the building's sanctioned plan, verifying whether the construction matches the approved layout, and checking relevant permissions and other property documents with the competent planning or civic authority.

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