UP RERA Makes Co-Allottees Inclusion Mandatory in Complaints

The Uttar Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority (UP RERA) has issued a directive mandating the inclusion of co-allottees in complaints filed by homebuyers. This decision aims to ensure fair hearings and protect the interests of all parties involved in real estate disputes. According to UP RERA, many complaints have been disposed of without considering the perspectives of all co-allottees. In some cases, only one allottee's grievances were heard, neglecting the rights and concerns of others. Recognizing the common practice of joint allotment among family members and other associates, UP RERA emphasized that disputes among co-allottees can arise, necessitating their inclusion in complaints. To address this issue, UP RERA has made it mandatory for complainants to add co-allottees as co-complainants in all future complaints, provided their names are mentioned in the Agreement for Sale (BBA) and allotment letter. Chairman of UP RERA, Sanjay Bhoosreddy, stated, This initiative will protect the interests of all allottees of the unit, highlighting the importance of including co-allottees for a comprehensive resolution of disputes. UP RERA has created an online facility on its portal for complainants to submit applications for adding co-allottees to pending complaints. This move is expected to streamline the resolution process and ensure justice for all parties involved. The directive, issued on March 5, 2024, underscores UP RERA's commitment to fairness and equity in real estate dispute resolution.