MHADA Eases Financial Burden: Maintenance Fees Post-Possession Only
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MHADA Eases Financial Burden: Maintenance Fees Post-Possession Only

In a landmark policy reform, the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) has announced that maintenance charges and property taxes for scattered housing units and plots will now only be applicable from the date of possession. This move, led by IAS officer Sanjeev Jaiswal, Vice President and CEO of MHADA, is a significant relief for beneficiaries of its housing schemes.

Previously, beneficiaries were required to pay these charges from the date of allotment, even if possession was delayed. This often placed an unfair financial burden on individuals while properties remained under MHADA’s control. Under the new policy, beneficiaries will only incur costs from the date they take possession, ensuring a more equitable and transparent system.

Highlighting the importance of this change, Sanjeev Jaiswal stated, "Beneficiaries should not bear financial burdens for delays beyond their control. This decision ensures fairness for all."

To further enhance transparency, MHADA has instructed Executive Engineers to include pending charges like maintenance fees and property taxes in the sale price of flats and plots during future allocations, ensuring clear pricing without hidden costs.

For beneficiaries who have already taken possession but continue to pay these charges to housing societies, MHADA will settle such dues directly with the societies. These costs will be adjusted in upcoming housing schemes, although individuals who have already paid these charges are excluded from this benefit.

Additionally, MHADA plans to utilise cushion funds, such as those reserved for anticipated liabilities or location-based premiums, to clear outstanding dues from earlier months. This ensures that no additional costs will be passed on to beneficiaries due to administrative delays.

This reform reflects MHADA’s commitment to fairness, transparency, and easing financial stress for beneficiaries across Maharashtra.

In a landmark policy reform, the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) has announced that maintenance charges and property taxes for scattered housing units and plots will now only be applicable from the date of possession. This move, led by IAS officer Sanjeev Jaiswal, Vice President and CEO of MHADA, is a significant relief for beneficiaries of its housing schemes.Previously, beneficiaries were required to pay these charges from the date of allotment, even if possession was delayed. This often placed an unfair financial burden on individuals while properties remained under MHADA’s control. Under the new policy, beneficiaries will only incur costs from the date they take possession, ensuring a more equitable and transparent system.Highlighting the importance of this change, Sanjeev Jaiswal stated, Beneficiaries should not bear financial burdens for delays beyond their control. This decision ensures fairness for all.To further enhance transparency, MHADA has instructed Executive Engineers to include pending charges like maintenance fees and property taxes in the sale price of flats and plots during future allocations, ensuring clear pricing without hidden costs.For beneficiaries who have already taken possession but continue to pay these charges to housing societies, MHADA will settle such dues directly with the societies. These costs will be adjusted in upcoming housing schemes, although individuals who have already paid these charges are excluded from this benefit.Additionally, MHADA plans to utilise cushion funds, such as those reserved for anticipated liabilities or location-based premiums, to clear outstanding dues from earlier months. This ensures that no additional costs will be passed on to beneficiaries due to administrative delays.This reform reflects MHADA’s commitment to fairness, transparency, and easing financial stress for beneficiaries across Maharashtra.

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