Practice area

K-RERA complaints and compensation

Drafting and prosecuting complaints before the Karnataka Real Estate Regulatory Authority and the Adjudicating Officer.

Complaints about registered real estate projects are filed under Section 31 of the RERA Act before the Karnataka Real Estate Regulatory Authority (K-RERA). Claims for compensation are decided by the Adjudicating Officer under Section 71. Choosing the right forum, and sometimes filing in both, is an early decision that shapes the case.

What this work involves

• Identifying the violation: delay, misrepresentation, change to sanctioned plans, structural defects, non-payment of amounts due or non-registration
• Preparing the complaint in the prescribed form with the supporting documents
• Drafting the relief sought, including refund, interest and compensation
• Appearing at hearings, filing rejoinders and written arguments
• Handling interim applications and compliance of orders

For residents' associations

Associations of allottees often have common grievances, such as common-area handover, amenities and defects. These can be raised through carefully drafted complaints that show the promoter's obligations under the Act and the sanctioned plan.

For promoters

Developers served with complaints are advised on filing replies, producing the right project records and, where appropriate, settling before the Authority.

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