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RERA stands for the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act. Put simply, it is the law that brings real estate projects under a regulator, so a buyer has a route to information and to complaint.
Why it matters to a buyer
The biggest problem before it was that buyers had no information — when a project would finish, how much was built, whether the papers were in order. The central idea of RERA is that this information should be public.
In practical terms, for a buyer:
- A registered project's details can be looked up
- The builder has to comply with what has been declared
- There is a defined route for complaints
When it applies
RERA applies mainly to projects — new and ongoing ones above a certain size. Not every property falls under it; an individual selling their own older house generally does not.
The rules on size and scope apply state by state, which is why no threshold is given here — check the position for the specific project you are considering.
How to check a registration
- Ask the builder or seller for the RERA registration number
- Enter that number on your state RERA authority's official portal
- Compare — the project name, the promoter, and what is declared there
What RERA does not do
Worth understanding too, so no false confidence forms:
- It is not a guarantee the project will finish on time
- It guarantees nothing about price or profit
- It does not replace your own checks — the papers still need reading
Documents to check when buying
Buying under construction
- Check the RERA status
- Look at the builder's completed work, not just their paperwork
- Get the payment terms in writing
- Ask what happens on delay, before committing
On the risks of under-construction: Property investment risks
Frequently asked questions
- Is every property registered under RERA?
- No. RERA applies mainly to projects within a defined scope. Individual resale property generally does not fall under it.
- Where do I check a RERA number?
- On your state RERA authority's official portal. Check it yourself rather than trusting the builder's documents.
- If a project is RERA registered, is it safe?
- It is a good sign, not complete safety. Your own document checks are still required.
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