Although there are many problems that are common for redevelopment projects of single housing societies, undertaking such a project for multiple societies together is a much more troubling process that comes with a lot of uncertainties. As multiple societies are involved, every possible minor dispute can impact the chances of a redevelopment project being held up in various complications.
A property card issued by the local government in metropolitan areas serves as an official document identifying the real estate owner. It records pertinent details such as the proprietor s name, land acreage, survey number, plot number, district, taluka and village.
Property tax payments are a source of income for development and civic bodies in India, and it is a mandatory levy imposed on owners of immovable assets. It is important to note that property tax is to be paid by owners who are in possession of the property. This means that builders who have not transferred possession of the flat or apartment to the owner are liable to continue paying property taxes until the time of possession.
It is quite common to have disputes and disagreements among residents in a cooperative housing society (CHS), whether it is about leakage, maintenance, car parking or any other issue. In most cases, the managing committee is supposed to arbitrate in the dispute to resolve matters amicably. Still, at times the committee members are at fault or helpless to provide a solution.
Housing societies cannot always be the trouble-free utopias that we imagine them to be, as they do have their own share of woes and problems. Some problems can be resolved by a discussion with the managing committee, but for more complicated issues, one may have to approach the appropriate authorities such as the municipal corporation, deputy registrar for co-operative societies, consumer court or even the police.