Can a Builder Delay Possession of a Flat Without Compensation?" 🏠⚖️
🚀 Client Question:
"I booked a flat years ago, but the builder keeps delaying possession. Can I claim compensation?" 🤔🏢 #RealEstateLaw #DelayedPossession #HomeBuyersRights
✅ The Answer:
No! Builders cannot delay possession indefinitely without legal consequences. Under the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act (RERA), 2016, homebuyers have the right to compensation or a refund for delays. 🏛️📜 #RERAAct #IndianLaw
🔍 Your Rights as a Homebuyer:
📌 Timely Possession 🕰️ – Builders must hand over the flat as per agreement. #HomeBuying
📌 Compensation for Delay 💰 – Buyers can claim interest or a full refund. #ConsumerRights
📌 Penalty on Builder ⚖️ – Non-compliant builders can face legal action. #LegalRemedies
📌 Transparency Under RERA 🏗️ – Project delays must be justified and approved by RERA. #RealEstateRegulations
🔍 What Can You Do?
✅ Check Your Agreement 📑 – Look for the possession deadline and penalty clause. #PropertyLaw
✅ File a Complaint with RERA 🏛️ – Every state has a RERA authority for homebuyer disputes. #LegalProtection
✅ Approach Consumer Court ⚖️ – If RERA isn't applicable, file a case under consumer laws. #ConsumerForum
⚠️ Common Builder Tactics to Delay Possession:
🚫 False Project Delays – Blaming approvals or infrastructure issues.
🚫 Avoiding RERA Registration – Many delay registration to escape liability.
💡 Pro Tip: Before booking a flat, always check if the project is RERA-registered! ✅
🔹 Stuck in a delayed possession dispute? Need legal help? Lexis and Company can assist! 🏛️
📞 Call: +91-9051112233
🌐 Website: https://www.lexcliq.com
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