Maharashtra Co-operative Housing Society Welfare Association

18/11/2025

The new rent agreement guidelines as per government directives for 2025 include:
Mandatory Registration: All rent agreements must be registered within two months of signing to avoid penalties of ₹5,000.
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Security Deposits: The security deposit limits are capped at two months' rent for residential properties and six months for commercial properties.
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Predictable Rent Hikes: Any increase in rent must follow prescribed rules and require advance notice.
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Clear Eviction Procedures: Eviction processes are defined clearly to prevent sudden removal from the property.
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Faster Dispute Resolution: Special Rent Courts and Tribunals will resolve disputes within 60 days.
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These changes aim to create a more structured and predictable rental framework, benefiting both tenants and landlords.

27/10/2025

Every Procedural Lapse By Itself Doesn’t Constitute Actionable Wrong: Bombay High Court The Petitioner, before the Bombay High Court, raised a challenge to the redevelopment process undertaken by a Society, by issuing a Letter of Intent favoring the Developer.

The Bench was of the view that a majority decision taken in a properly convened meeting will prevail. “Thus, taking into consideration the consistent view expressed by this Court, the prayers made by the Petitioner are not maintainable, as the decision for appointment of the Respondent has been taken by the majority, in accordance with law and it is done under the supervision of Authorized Officer of the Respondent No.2. No case for interference is made out by the Petitioner”, it held.

https://www.verdictum.in/court-updates/high-courts/bombay-high-court/devendra-kumar-jain-v-state-of-maharashtra-2025bhc-os17731-db-procedural-lapse-actionable-wrong-violative-statutory-requirement-1594385

https://www.verdictum.in/court-updates/high-courts/bombay-high-court/devendra-kumar-jain-v-state-of-maharashtra-2025bhc-os17731-db-procedural-lapse-actionable-wrong-violative-statutory-requirement-1594385
https://www.verdictum.in/court-updates/high-courts/bombay-high-court/devendra-kumar-jain-v-state-of-maharashtra-2025bhc-os17731-db-procedural-lapse-actionable-wrong-violative-statutory-requirement-1594385

The Petitioner, before the Bombay High Court, raised a challenge to the redevelopment process undertaken by a Society, by issuing a Letter of Intent favoring the Developer.

27/09/2025

https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/other/pune-resident-upset-as-society-member-turns-their-parking-spot-into-party-venue/ar-AA1Nksd9?ocid=msedgdhp&pc=U531&cvid=eed3c41d3e584f70aed8cc53e7a02da3&ei=34

A Pune resident's parking spot was taken over for a committee member's private party. The incident has raised questions about parking rights and society accountability.

15/09/2025

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16/06/2025

The Supreme Court today (June 16) observed that a person who works in a registered society which is a "State" within the meaning of Article 12 cannot be held to be a government servant.

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30/05/2025

⚠️ Urgent for Lucknow Residents!
Flowerpots on balconies could lead to FIRs. Learn how the new laws affect you and your society.
Read the full guide:
https://shoebhakim.com/n-family-and-personal-legal-services/high-rise-flowerpot-safety-legal-guide/