RERA Section 14: Developer's Liability for Structural Defects and Warranty Provision

Friends, often whenever we buy an item from the market, generally we ask the shopkeeper how much will be the warranty period of the item and which defects will be rectified during that time. Did this question come in your mind while buying your dream house??

Yes, today we will know such a provision of RERA that protects the same rights of home buyers. The Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 (RERA) is an important legislation that seeks to regulate the real estate sector in India. One of the key provisions of the Act is Section 14, which provides for a warranty on the real estate product offered by the developer. This section states that the developer is liable to rectify any structural defects in the real estate project within a period of five years from the date of possession.

The purpose of this provision is to ensure that the developer is held responsible for any structural defects that may arise in the real estate project after the buyer has taken possession of the property. This is important because structural defects can be costly to rectify and can cause a great deal of inconvenience to the buyer.

Under Section 14 of the RERA Act, the developer is required to rectify any structural defects that are brought to their attention by the buyer within a period of 30 days from the date of receipt of such a complaint. If the developer fails to rectify the defect within the specified time period, the buyer can then file a complaint with the appropriate authority under the RERA Act. 

The warranty period of five years begins from the date of possession of the property by the buyer. This means that if the buyer takes possession of the property on 1st January 2022, the warranty period will end on 31st December 2026. During this period, the developer is liable to rectify any structural defects that may arise in the property.

It is important to note that the warranty provided under Section 14 of the RERA Act applies only to structural defects and not to other types of defects or deficiencies in the property. The developer is also not liable for defects or damages caused by the buyer or due to natural wear and tear. 

In conclusion, Section 14 of the RERA Act provides an important warranty for buyers of real estate properties. It ensures that developers are held responsible for any structural defects that may arise in the property and provides a mechanism for buyers to seek redressal if the developer fails to rectify such defects within the specified time period.

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