Real Estate & RERA
RERA compliance, real estate litigation, and property dispute resolution
DC Law Offices advises real estate developers, investors, and buyers on RERA compliance, consumer disputes, collaboration agreements, and title investigations. Satyam Dwivedi represents clients in class action real estate complaints and high-value property disputes before consumer forums, RERA authorities, and courts.
Real estate law in India is governed by the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act 2016 (RERA), the Transfer of Property Act 1882, the Registration Act 1908, the Indian Stamp Act 1899, and state-specific legislation. Disputes and regulatory proceedings are adjudicated before state Real Estate Regulatory Authorities (RERA), Real Estate Appellate Tribunals, National and State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commissions under the Consumer Protection Act 2019, High Courts, and civil courts. Key issues include mandatory RERA registration and compliance for developers, escrow account maintenance, timely disclosure of project information, possession delay claims under Section 18, collaboration agreements between landowners and promoters, title investigations, and conveyancing. Buyers face risks of project delays, unclear titles, non-compliance with sanctioned plans, and diversion of funds from escrow accounts. Developers face regulatory exposure from RERA compliance gaps, class action complaints, and evolving state-level RERA rules. A specialist real estate counsel is essential for navigating this multi-forum regulatory landscape. Satyam Dwivedi, trained at Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas and L&L Partners and recognised as a BW Top 30 Under 30 lawyer, handles class action real estate complaints, RERA compliance advisory, title investigations, and collaboration agreement drafting for developers and institutional investors.
Services in Real Estate & RERA
Where We Appear
Notable Matters in Real Estate & RERA
Handled multiple class action real estate consumer complaints for major developers before consumer forums and RERA
Secured injunctions on properties in enforcement proceedings
Completed due diligence exercises and advised clients on RERA compliance
Drafted collaboration agreements between land owners and promoters
Advised international school on creation and management of trust under Delhi School Education Act
Questions on Real Estate & RERA
Is RERA compliance mandatory for all real estate projects in India?
Yes. Under RERA (Real Estate Regulation and Development Act 2016), all real estate projects above a certain size must be registered with the state RERA authority. Developers must maintain escrow accounts and disclose project details. Satyam Dwivedi advises on complete RERA compliance frameworks.
How do I file a RERA complaint against a builder in India?
A RERA complaint can be filed online or physically before the state Real Estate Regulatory Authority where the project is registered. The complainant must provide details of the project, allotment, payments made, and the specific grievance (delay, defect, or non-compliance). The authority is required to dispose of the complaint within 60 days. Satyam Dwivedi represents both allottees and developers in RERA proceedings and advises on the most effective forum — RERA authority, consumer forum, or civil court — based on the nature of the dispute.
What compensation can a buyer claim for builder delays under RERA?
Under Section 18 of RERA, if a promoter fails to deliver possession by the agreed date, the allottee can claim a full refund with interest at the SBI MCLR plus 2% rate, or choose to continue and claim interest for every month of delay until possession. Several state RERA authorities have also awarded compensation for mental harassment and litigation costs. DC Law Offices has handled class action complaints against major developers seeking refunds and delay compensation.
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