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Real Estate India: What kind of legal action can be taken if the builder does not fulfill the promises they make at the time of the booking?

Question asked by Mr Pankaj Shrivastava: I have purchased a flat at Kalyan, Maharashtra. At the time of booking it was told that all the trivial issue would be taken care of however now they are backing out. Some of the issue that I’m facing is listed below please let me know what kind of legal action can be taken. For their safety they have no prints / brouchers etc. Issues: 1. Irregularity in color shade of Bathroom tiles. 2. No night lamp point in Bedroom 3. No electric point for dining area 4. Electric point placed just beside the shower 5. Broken titles in Bathrooms and living room. Mr. Pankaj Shrivastava Vatsala Answers: If the builder has not specifically undertaken to give night lamp point, electric point in dining area, it cannot be enforced. However, the broken tiles and electric point just below the shower can be rectified by going to the Consumer court (within the limitation period) as it will constitute deficiency in service.Vatsala http://www.atoneplace.com For more infor...

What steps can be taken if any to ensure that another piece of land is given, if the developer seme piece to two parties?

Question asked by Ms. Aradhana from Bangalore: Hello, I am looking for some advice on the following: My friend bought some land from a developer and only has khatha for it (no registration). Meanwhile, the developer sold the land to another party who has completed khatha as well as registration. While the developer initially offered another piece of land, he does not seem to be forthcoming with his offer anymore. What steps can be taken if any to ensure that another piece of land is given or at least the money is returned? Any advice is appreciated. Thanks! -Aradhana Vatsala Answers: If receipts are available, a simple money suit can be filed demanding the return of monies paid with interest. If a valid agreement of sale is available (and it has not become time barred due to limitation) and if it can be proved that the registered owner had purchased the land after being aware of the prior agreement, then you can sue in a court of law. Otherwise you cannot get another site, but can get ...