{"id":8241,"date":"2025-10-27T07:48:59","date_gmt":"2025-10-27T07:48:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/?p=8241"},"modified":"2026-01-30T10:18:07","modified_gmt":"2026-01-30T10:18:07","slug":"what-rights-do-buyers-have-under-rera-in-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/what-rights-do-buyers-have-under-rera-in-2025","title":{"rendered":"What Rights Do Buyers Have Under RERA in 2026?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016, commonly known as <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/blogs\/category\/rera-updates\">RERA<\/a><\/strong>, remains one of the most transformative reforms in India\u2019s property sector. As of 2026, RERA continues to evolve\u2014strengthening transparency, accountability, and buyer protection in the real estate market. Whether you\u2019re investing in a new project, awaiting possession, or dealing with a construction delay, understanding what rights buyers have under RERA in 2026 is essential to protect your interests.<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s dive deep into the rights and duties of allottees under RERA, crucial legal provisions, and the real-life implications that every homebuyer must know before signing on the dotted line.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg 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href=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/what-rights-do-buyers-have-under-rera-in-2025\/#What_Are_the_Key_Rights_of_Homebuyers_Under_RERA_in_2026\" >What Are the Key Rights of Homebuyers Under RERA in 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/what-rights-do-buyers-have-under-rera-in-2025\/#What_Are_the_Rights_and_Duties_of_Allottees_Under_RERA\" >What Are the Rights and Duties of Allottees Under RERA?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/what-rights-do-buyers-have-under-rera-in-2025\/#What_Are_the_Rights_and_Duties_of_Promoters_Under_RERA\" >What Are the Rights and Duties of Promoters Under RERA?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/what-rights-do-buyers-have-under-rera-in-2025\/#What_Happens_If_There_Is_a_Violation_of_Section_13_of_the_RERA_Act\" >What Happens If There Is a Violation of Section 13 of the RERA Act?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/what-rights-do-buyers-have-under-rera-in-2025\/#How_Does_RERA_Protect_Buyers_in_Case_of_Project_Delays\" >How Does RERA Protect Buyers in Case of Project Delays?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/what-rights-do-buyers-have-under-rera-in-2025\/#How_to_Claim_Refund_With_Interest_Under_RERA_Section_18\" >How to Claim Refund With Interest Under RERA Section 18?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/what-rights-do-buyers-have-under-rera-in-2025\/#What_Are_RERA_Rules_for_Redevelopment_Projects\" >What Are RERA Rules for Redevelopment Projects?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/what-rights-do-buyers-have-under-rera-in-2025\/#What_Are_RERA_Rules_for_Society_Handover_in_2026\" >What Are RERA Rules for Society Handover in 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/what-rights-do-buyers-have-under-rera-in-2025\/#How_Does_RERA_Handle_Structural_Defects_After_Possession\" >How Does RERA Handle Structural Defects After Possession?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/what-rights-do-buyers-have-under-rera-in-2025\/#How_Does_RERA_Manage_Maintenance_Charges_and_Transparency\" >How Does RERA Manage Maintenance Charges and Transparency?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/what-rights-do-buyers-have-under-rera-in-2025\/#What_Are_the_Offences_Penalties_and_Adjudication_Under_RERA_Act\" >What Are the Offences, Penalties and Adjudication Under RERA Act?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/what-rights-do-buyers-have-under-rera-in-2025\/#What_Are_the_Benefits_of_Investing_in_a_RERA_Approved_Project\" >What Are the Benefits of Investing in a RERA Approved Project?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/what-rights-do-buyers-have-under-rera-in-2025\/#How_to_Check_Project_Details_and_Status_on_RERA_Portal\" >How to Check Project Details and Status on RERA Portal?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/what-rights-do-buyers-have-under-rera-in-2025\/#What_Is_the_Grievance_Redressal_Process_and_Timeline\" >What Is the Grievance Redressal Process and Timeline?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/what-rights-do-buyers-have-under-rera-in-2025\/#What_Is_the_Buyers_Right_to_Withdraw_and_Refund\" >What Is the Buyer\u2019s Right to Withdraw and Refund?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/what-rights-do-buyers-have-under-rera-in-2025\/#How_Does_RERA_Promote_Transparency_Through_Its_Digital_Portal_Integration_2026\" >How Does RERA Promote Transparency Through Its Digital Portal Integration 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/what-rights-do-buyers-have-under-rera-in-2025\/#What_Rights_Do_Buyers_Have_in_Redevelopment_and_Society_Projects\" >What Rights Do Buyers Have in Redevelopment and Society Projects?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/what-rights-do-buyers-have-under-rera-in-2025\/#What_Happens_When_a_Developer_Defaults\" >What Happens When a Developer Defaults?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/what-rights-do-buyers-have-under-rera-in-2025\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/what-rights-do-buyers-have-under-rera-in-2025\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Key_Rights_of_Homebuyers_Under_RERA_in_2026\"><\/span><strong>What Are the Key Rights of Homebuyers Under RERA in 2026?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The rights of homebuyers under RERA are explicitly defined to ensure fair dealing and timely delivery of projects. These include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Timely possession rights under RERA:<\/strong> Buyers are entitled to receive possession within the timeline promised in the agreement for sale.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Right to information:<\/strong> Every buyer can access complete project details, including sanctioned plans, approvals, and construction status, on the <strong>RERA portal<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Right to refund and interest:<\/strong> If a developer fails to deliver on time, buyers can seek <strong>RERA refund and interest (Section 18)<\/strong>, which ensures repayment with a defined <strong>RERA interest rate for delay payment by buyer<\/strong> or developer.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Right to structural safety:<\/strong> Developers are liable for <strong>structural defect liability (5 years under RERA)<\/strong> post-possession.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Right to file a complaint:<\/strong> Any grievance can be raised through <strong>complaint filing on RERA portal 2026<\/strong>, ensuring digital accessibility and time-bound redressal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These rights empower buyers to make informed decisions and hold erring developers accountable.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Rights_and_Duties_of_Allottees_Under_RERA\"><\/span><strong>What Are the Rights and Duties of Allottees Under RERA?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8257 size-medium\" title=\"What Are the Rights and Duties of Allottees Under RERA?\" src=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Are-the-Rights-and-Duties-of-Allottees-Under-RERA-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"What Are the Rights and Duties of Allottees Under RERA?\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Are-the-Rights-and-Duties-of-Allottees-Under-RERA-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Are-the-Rights-and-Duties-of-Allottees-Under-RERA-640x853.jpg 640w, https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Are-the-Rights-and-Duties-of-Allottees-Under-RERA-150x200.jpg 150w, https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Are-the-Rights-and-Duties-of-Allottees-Under-RERA.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>While RERA primarily safeguards homebuyers, it also places certain obligations on them. The <strong>rights and duties of allottees under RERA<\/strong> include:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Rights:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>To obtain all relevant documents related to the project.<\/li>\n<li>To receive possession and a registered conveyance deed.<\/li>\n<li>To claim compensation in case of delay, defect, or false representation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Duties:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>To make timely payments as per the agreement.<\/li>\n<li>To participate in the <strong>society handover process<\/strong> as per <strong>RERA rules for society handover pdf<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>To bear maintenance and related charges as outlined in <strong>RERA rules for maintenance charges<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In essence, RERA aims to maintain balance\u2014while it ensures developers deliver, it expects buyers to uphold their contractual obligations.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Rights_and_Duties_of_Promoters_Under_RERA\"><\/span><strong>What Are the Rights and Duties of Promoters Under RERA?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8255 size-medium\" title=\"What Are the Rights and Duties of Promoters Under RERA?\" src=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Are-the-Rights-and-Duties-of-Promoters-Under-RERA-300x158.jpg\" alt=\"What Are the Rights and Duties of Promoters Under RERA?\" width=\"300\" height=\"158\" srcset=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Are-the-Rights-and-Duties-of-Promoters-Under-RERA-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Are-the-Rights-and-Duties-of-Promoters-Under-RERA-150x79.jpg 150w, https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Are-the-Rights-and-Duties-of-Promoters-Under-RERA.jpg 670w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The rights and duties of promoters under RERA form the backbone of compliance. Developers must:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Register projects before advertising or selling.<\/li>\n<li>Deposit <strong>70 percent of buyer funds in an escrow account<\/strong>, ensuring funds are used only for that project.<\/li>\n<li>Provide quarterly updates on the <strong>RERA portal<\/strong> regarding construction status.<\/li>\n<li>Adhere strictly to <strong>MahaRERA rules for builders<\/strong> in Maharashtra and equivalent state authorities elsewhere.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Promoters also have the right to receive timely payments from buyers and impose RERA interest rate for delay payment by buyer if payments are delayed.<\/p>\n<p>Failure to comply may lead to penalties under section 59 of RERA Act, which includes imprisonment or hefty fines.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Happens_If_There_Is_a_Violation_of_Section_13_of_the_RERA_Act\"><\/span><strong>What Happens If There Is a Violation of Section 13 of the RERA Act?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8254 size-medium\" title=\"What Happens If There Is a Violation of Section 13 of the RERA Act?\" src=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Happens-If-There-Is-a-Violation-of-Section-13-of-the-RERA-Act-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"What Happens If There Is a Violation of Section 13 of the RERA Act?\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Happens-If-There-Is-a-Violation-of-Section-13-of-the-RERA-Act-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Happens-If-There-Is-a-Violation-of-Section-13-of-the-RERA-Act-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Happens-If-There-Is-a-Violation-of-Section-13-of-the-RERA-Act.jpg 764w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Violation of Section 13 of RERA Act occurs when a developer accepts advance payments without entering into a registered agreement for sale.<br \/>\nThis section ensures:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>No more than 10% of the cost of the apartment or plot can be taken as advance before signing the agreement.<\/li>\n<li>Buyers get full transparency on payment milestones and project timelines.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In 2026, authorities are strictly enforcing this provision to prevent unauthorized fund collection practices.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_RERA_Protect_Buyers_in_Case_of_Project_Delays\"><\/span><strong>How Does RERA Protect Buyers in Case of Project Delays?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>RERA provides robust protection for delay-related grievances. Under <strong>RERA Section 18<\/strong>, buyers can either:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Withdraw and claim refund with interest<\/strong>, or<\/li>\n<li><strong>Continue with the project and claim compensation for delay.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The <strong>RERA compensation for delay 2026<\/strong>\u00a0provision ensures developers pay an interest rate comparable to what they charge buyers for delayed payments. This parity reinforces fairness and accountability.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Claim_Refund_With_Interest_Under_RERA_Section_18\"><\/span><strong>How to Claim Refund With Interest Under RERA Section 18?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Wondering how to claim refund with interest under RERA Section 18? Here\u2019s the process:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Log in to the respective state <strong>RERA portal<\/strong> (for example, MahaRERA for Maharashtra).<\/li>\n<li>File a complaint under <strong>RERA refund and interest Section 18<\/strong>, mentioning the project registration number and supporting documents.<\/li>\n<li>The authority reviews the complaint and issues a refund order within the <strong>grievance redressal timeline of 60\u201390 days<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Buyers receive both the principal amount and interest, typically aligned with the State Bank of India\u2019s MCLR + 2% as per the RERA interest rate guidelines.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_RERA_Rules_for_Redevelopment_Projects\"><\/span><strong>What Are RERA Rules for Redevelopment Projects?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-8253 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Are-RERA-Rules-for-Redevelopment-Projects-300x157.jpg\" alt=\"What Are RERA Rules for Redevelopment Projects?\" width=\"300\" height=\"157\" srcset=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Are-RERA-Rules-for-Redevelopment-Projects-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Are-RERA-Rules-for-Redevelopment-Projects-1024x536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Are-RERA-Rules-for-Redevelopment-Projects-768x402.jpg 768w, https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Are-RERA-Rules-for-Redevelopment-Projects-150x79.jpg 150w, https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Are-RERA-Rules-for-Redevelopment-Projects.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>With an increasing number of societies opting for redevelopment, RERA rules for redevelopment have gained prominence. As per MahaRERA rules for builders:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Redevelopment projects must be registered under RERA if new units are being sold.<\/li>\n<li>Existing society members must be treated as allottees with equal <strong>rights of allottees under RERA<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Developers must execute agreements and ensure compliance with <strong>RERA rules for society handover<\/strong> post-completion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This framework safeguards societies from exploitation and ensures transparent redevelopment practices.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_RERA_Rules_for_Society_Handover_in_2026\"><\/span><strong>What Are RERA Rules for Society Handover in 2026?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8252 size-medium\" title=\"What Are RERA Rules for Society Handover in 2025?\" src=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Are-RERA-Rules-for-Society-Handover-in-2025-300x110.jpg\" alt=\"What Are RERA Rules for Society Handover in 2025?\" width=\"300\" height=\"110\" srcset=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Are-RERA-Rules-for-Society-Handover-in-2025-300x110.jpg 300w, https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Are-RERA-Rules-for-Society-Handover-in-2025-150x55.jpg 150w, https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Are-RERA-Rules-for-Society-Handover-in-2025.jpg 371w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The RERA rules for society handover pdf outline the procedure for transferring building maintenance from the builder to residents. Key points include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Handover must occur within three months of obtaining the occupancy certificate.<\/li>\n<li>The builder must submit detailed accounts of maintenance charges, escrow balance, and service warranties.<\/li>\n<li>Any pending defect liability remains valid for five years as per structural defect liability 5 years RERA.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Failure to comply can lead to penalties under section 65 of RERA Act.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_RERA_Handle_Structural_Defects_After_Possession\"><\/span><strong>How Does RERA Handle Structural Defects After Possession?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8251 size-medium\" title=\"How Does RERA Handle Structural Defects After Possession?\" src=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/How-Does-RERA-Handle-Structural-Defects-After-Possession-300x215.jpg\" alt=\"How Does RERA Handle Structural Defects After Possession?\" width=\"300\" height=\"215\" srcset=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/How-Does-RERA-Handle-Structural-Defects-After-Possession-300x215.jpg 300w, https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/How-Does-RERA-Handle-Structural-Defects-After-Possession-150x108.jpg 150w, https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/How-Does-RERA-Handle-Structural-Defects-After-Possession.jpg 390w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Under RERA rules on structural defects after possession, the developer remains liable for five years from the date of possession.<br \/>\nBuyers can report any structural, workmanship, or quality defect during this period.<\/p>\n<p>The promoter must rectify the defect within 30 days. If not, the buyer is entitled to compensation as per RERA Section 18.<br \/>\nThis clause assures long-term protection and reinforces construction quality standards.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_RERA_Manage_Maintenance_Charges_and_Transparency\"><\/span><strong>How Does RERA Manage Maintenance Charges and Transparency?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8250 size-full\" title=\"How Does RERA Manage Maintenance Charges and Transparency?\" src=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/How-Does-RERA-Manage-Maintenance-Charges-and-Transparency.jpg\" alt=\"How Does RERA Manage Maintenance Charges and Transparency?\" width=\"294\" height=\"171\" srcset=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/How-Does-RERA-Manage-Maintenance-Charges-and-Transparency.jpg 294w, https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/How-Does-RERA-Manage-Maintenance-Charges-and-Transparency-150x87.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 294px) 100vw, 294px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The RERA rules for maintenance charges demand clear disclosure of all recurring costs. Builders cannot levy arbitrary charges or change maintenance fees without consent.<\/p>\n<p>Buyers must receive:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A breakup of monthly and annual maintenance costs.<\/li>\n<li>Account details of the maintenance corpus fund.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These steps strengthen accountability during the <strong>society handover<\/strong> phase and post-possession management.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Offences_Penalties_and_Adjudication_Under_RERA_Act\"><\/span><strong>What Are the Offences, Penalties and Adjudication Under RERA Act?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8249 size-medium\" title=\"What Are the Offences, Penalties and Adjudication Under RERA Act?\" src=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Are-the-Offences-Penalties-and-Adjudication-Under-RERA-Act-300x150.jpg\" alt=\"What Are the Offences, Penalties and Adjudication Under RERA Act?\" width=\"300\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Are-the-Offences-Penalties-and-Adjudication-Under-RERA-Act-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Are-the-Offences-Penalties-and-Adjudication-Under-RERA-Act-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Are-the-Offences-Penalties-and-Adjudication-Under-RERA-Act-150x75.jpg 150w, https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Are-the-Offences-Penalties-and-Adjudication-Under-RERA-Act.jpg 825w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>RERA enforces a stringent framework for misconduct. The offences, penalties and adjudication under RERA Act include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Section 59 of RERA Act:<\/strong> Non-registration of project \u2013 punishable with up to 10% of project cost or imprisonment.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Section 65 of RERA Act:<\/strong> Failure to comply with authority\u2019s orders \u2013 penalty up to 5% of project cost.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Section 69 of RERA Act:<\/strong> Real estate agent violations \u2013 imprisonment or fine for repeated offences.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This framework ensures every stakeholder, whether a developer, agent, or buyer, operates responsibly within the law.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Benefits_of_Investing_in_a_RERA_Approved_Project\"><\/span><strong>What Are the Benefits of Investing in a RERA Approved Project?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8248 size-medium\" title=\"What Are the Benefits of Investing in a RERA Approved Project?\" src=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Are-the-Benefits-of-Investing-in-a-RERA-Approved-Project-300x169.png\" alt=\"What Are the Benefits of Investing in a RERA Approved Project?\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" srcset=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Are-the-Benefits-of-Investing-in-a-RERA-Approved-Project-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Are-the-Benefits-of-Investing-in-a-RERA-Approved-Project-150x84.png 150w, https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Are-the-Benefits-of-Investing-in-a-RERA-Approved-Project.png 726w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>RERA approved project benefits include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Legal protection and verified documents.<\/li>\n<li>Transparent pricing with no hidden costs.<\/li>\n<li>Assurance of timely delivery due to escrow 70 percent buyer funds rule.<\/li>\n<li>Verified project status accessible through the RERA digital portal integration 2026.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These advantages make RERA-registered projects the safest choice for buyers in 2026.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Check_Project_Details_and_Status_on_RERA_Portal\"><\/span><strong>How to Check Project Details and Status on RERA Portal?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8247 size-medium\" title=\"How to Check Project Details and Status on RERA Portal?\" src=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/How-to-Check-Project-Details-and-Status-on-RERA-Portal-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"How to Check Project Details and Status on RERA Portal?\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" srcset=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/How-to-Check-Project-Details-and-Status-on-RERA-Portal-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/How-to-Check-Project-Details-and-Status-on-RERA-Portal-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/How-to-Check-Project-Details-and-Status-on-RERA-Portal.jpg 716w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Buyers can easily learn <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/blogs\/how-to-check-project-details-in-maharera\">how to check project details and status on RERA<\/a><\/strong> portal by:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Visiting the official state RERA website.<\/li>\n<li>Searching using the builder\u2019s name or project registration number.<\/li>\n<li>Viewing approvals, sanctioned plans, completion percentage, and complaint history.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>This transparency minimizes fraud and enables data-backed investment decisions.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_the_Grievance_Redressal_Process_and_Timeline\"><\/span><strong>What Is the Grievance Redressal Process and Timeline?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8246 size-medium\" title=\"What Is the Grievance Redressal Process and Timeline?\" src=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Is-the-Grievance-Redressal-Process-and-Timeline-300x169.png\" alt=\"What Is the Grievance Redressal Process and Timeline?\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" srcset=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Is-the-Grievance-Redressal-Process-and-Timeline-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Is-the-Grievance-Redressal-Process-and-Timeline-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Is-the-Grievance-Redressal-Process-and-Timeline-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Is-the-Grievance-Redressal-Process-and-Timeline-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Is-the-Grievance-Redressal-Process-and-Timeline-150x84.png 150w, https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Is-the-Grievance-Redressal-Process-and-Timeline.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>RERA authorities follow a defined grievance redressal timeline of 60\u201390 days. The process includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Filing an online complaint.<\/li>\n<li>Hearing before the Adjudicating Officer or RERA tribunal.<\/li>\n<li>Issuance of judgment or compensation order.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If unsatisfied, buyers can appeal before the RERA Appellate Tribunal. This swift process prevents legal delays common in pre-RERA times.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_the_Buyers_Right_to_Withdraw_and_Refund\"><\/span><strong>What Is the Buyer\u2019s Right to Withdraw and Refund?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-8245 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Is-the-Buyers-Right-to-Withdraw-and-Refund-300x216.png\" alt=\"What Is the Buyer\u2019s Right to Withdraw and Refund?\" width=\"300\" height=\"216\" srcset=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Is-the-Buyers-Right-to-Withdraw-and-Refund-300x216.png 300w, https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Is-the-Buyers-Right-to-Withdraw-and-Refund-768x553.png 768w, https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Is-the-Buyers-Right-to-Withdraw-and-Refund-150x108.png 150w, https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/What-Is-the-Buyers-Right-to-Withdraw-and-Refund.png 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The buyer right to withdraw and refund applies if:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The builder alters plans without consent.<\/li>\n<li>Possession is delayed beyond the agreed timeline.<\/li>\n<li>False promises are made in advertisements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Buyers can seek full refund plus interest, ensuring complete financial protection under RERA refund and interest Section 18.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_RERA_Promote_Transparency_Through_Its_Digital_Portal_Integration_2026\"><\/span><strong>How Does RERA Promote Transparency Through Its Digital Portal Integration 2026?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The RERA digital portal integration 2026 initiative has merged state-level portals into a centralized system. It allows buyers to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Track national-level project data.<\/li>\n<li>Access the rights and duties of allottees under RERA instantly.<\/li>\n<li>File complaints online and monitor real-time status.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This digital leap makes RERA more accessible, transparent, and buyer-friendly than ever before.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Rights_Do_Buyers_Have_in_Redevelopment_and_Society_Projects\"><\/span><strong>What Rights Do Buyers Have in Redevelopment and Society Projects?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In <strong>RERA rules for redevelopment<\/strong>, buyers and society members have the right to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Fair agreement terms with no forced vacating without assurance of redevelopment timelines.<\/li>\n<li>Transparent disclosure of FSI usage, flat area, and completion schedule.<\/li>\n<li>Equitable treatment during allotment of redeveloped units.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These measures ensure redevelopment remains beneficial and transparent for all parties.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Happens_When_a_Developer_Defaults\"><\/span><strong>What Happens When a Developer Defaults?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If a developer defaults in delivering possession, violates agreement clauses, or fails to register under RERA:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The authority can freeze project accounts.<\/li>\n<li>Impose penalties under section 59 or section 65 of RERA Act.<\/li>\n<li>In severe cases, the project can be taken over for completion by another agency under authority supervision.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This strengthens buyer faith and minimizes stalled projects across states.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>RERA, as of 2026, stands as the cornerstone of homebuyer empowerment in India. It ensures that every buyer\u2019s right to information, timely possession, and refund is protected under a legally robust mechanism. From escrow 70 percent buyer funds rule to structural defect liability for 5 years, every clause works toward a singular goal\u2014fair and transparent real estate transactions.<\/p>\n<p>At <a href=\"http:\/\/Housiey.com\"><strong>Housiey<\/strong><\/a>, we believe that an informed buyer is a protected buyer. Our platform not only connects you directly with verified builders but also ensures transparency throughout your home-buying journey.<\/p>\n<p>To explore how developers are penalized for non-compliance, <strong>read our detailed blog on \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/housiey.com\/blogs\/blogs\/what-penalties-do-developers-face-for-rera-violations-in-2025\">RERA Penalties for Developers<\/a>.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><strong>FAQs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016, commonly known as RERA, remains one of the most transformative reforms&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":8242,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[79,86],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-8241","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-general","category-rera-updates"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v25.4 (Yoast SEO v26.2) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>What Rights Do Buyers Have Under RERA in 2026?<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"now your homebuyer rights under RERA in 2025 \u2013 from refunds to defect liability. 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