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MahaRERA Issues SOP to Enforce Homebuyer Payouts in 60 Days With Court Escalation for Defaulters

The change follows Bombay High Court directions urging time-bound enforcement.

Overview

  • The new procedure sets an expectation that developers pay compensation within 60 days of a MahaRERA order.
  • If payment is not made, the homebuyer must file a non-compliance application, which MahaRERA will hear within four weeks.
  • Developers found in default may be directed to file an affidavit disclosing movable and immovable assets, bank accounts and investments.
  • MahaRERA can issue a recovery warrant to the District Collector to attach or seize assets and bank accounts to recover dues.
  • Persistent non-compliance will be referred to the Principal Civil Court, where defaulting builders may face imprisonment of up to three months under the Code of Civil Procedure.