{"id":4111,"date":"2025-08-28T06:31:10","date_gmt":"2025-08-28T06:31:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dearsociety.in\/post\/?p=4111"},"modified":"2025-08-28T06:33:26","modified_gmt":"2025-08-28T06:33:26","slug":"maharera-project-extension-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dearsociety.in\/post\/2025\/08\/28\/maharera-project-extension-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"MahaRERA Project Extension Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"233\" data-end=\"814\">In recent years, several real estate projects have faced delays and could not be completed within the stipulated timeline. The Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 provides a mechanism to deal with such situations. Specifically, <strong data-start=\"476\" data-end=\"492\">Section 7(3)<\/strong> of the Act allows MahaRERA to extend a project\u2019s registration even after the maximum period under Section 6 has expired \u2014 provided it is in the interest of homebuyers (allottees). However, this is not an automatic extension. The promoter must follow a strict legal procedure with proper documentation and justification.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"865\"><strong data-start=\"824\" data-end=\"865\">The Legal Framework and Recent Orders<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"866\" data-end=\"1411\">Earlier, under <strong data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"902\">Order No. 07\/2019<\/strong>, promoters were required to obtain 51% consent from the Association of Allottees (AoA) to continue with the same developer for completion. However, in practice, many projects remained stuck due to the difficulty of obtaining this majority consent. To address this, MahaRERA issued <strong data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1205\">Order No. 40\/2022<\/strong> and subsequently <strong data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1259\">Supplementary Order No. 40A\/2023<\/strong>, allowing promoters to apply for an extension even without 51% consent \u2014 subject to filing a detailed application and demonstrating sufficient cause.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\u092e\u0939\u093e\u0930\u0947\u0930\u093e \u0911\u0928\u0932\u093e\u0908\u0928 \u0924\u0915\u094d\u0930\u093e\u0930 \u0938\u0941\u0928\u093e\u0935\u0923\u0940\u0926\u0930\u092e\u094d\u092f\u093e\u0928 \u0915\u093e\u092f \u0936\u093f\u0937\u094d\u091f\u093e\u091a\u093e\u0930 \u092a\u093e\u0933\u093e\u092f\u091a\u0947 #werunsocieties\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/fDlxbtgozUs?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1459\"><strong data-start=\"1421\" data-end=\"1459\">Application through Form E<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1721\">For seeking an extension, the promoter must submit an application in <strong data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1539\">Form E<\/strong> as prescribed under Rule 7(1) of the Maharashtra Real Estate Rules, 2017. This is the official form for extension of project registration and must be filed with complete accuracy.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1728\" data-end=\"1794\"><strong data-start=\"1731\" data-end=\"1794\">\u00a0Payment of Extension Fee and Submission of Consents<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1795\" data-end=\"2112\">Along with Form E, promoters must pay the prescribed <strong data-start=\"1848\" data-end=\"1865\">extension fee<\/strong> under Rule 7(3). Additionally, any consent letters collected from allottees must be filed in <strong data-start=\"1959\" data-end=\"1971\">Format B<\/strong> as per MahaRERA Circular No. 28\/2021. Even if 51% consent is not available, whatever support has been collected should still be submitted.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\u092e\u0939\u093e\u0930\u0947\u0930\u093e\u091a\u0947 \u0917\u0941\u0923\u0935\u0924\u094d\u0924\u093e \u0939\u092e\u0940 \u092a\u094d\u0930\u092e\u093e\u0923\u092a\u0924\u094d\u0930 #werunsocieties\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/W4nr6AE3k90?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2119\" data-end=\"2175\"><strong data-start=\"2122\" data-end=\"2175\">Explanation for Lack of Consent and Delay<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2176\" data-end=\"2279\">If the promoter fails to secure 51% consent, a letter on company letterhead must be filed explaining:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2280\" data-end=\"2426\">\n<li data-start=\"2280\" data-end=\"2326\">\n<p data-start=\"2282\" data-end=\"2326\">Why majority consent could not be obtained<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2327\" data-end=\"2356\">\n<p data-start=\"2329\" data-end=\"2356\">Efforts made to gather it<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2357\" data-end=\"2426\">\n<p data-start=\"2359\" data-end=\"2426\">Why the extension is still necessary in the interest of allottees<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2428\" data-end=\"2642\">Further, the promoter must submit an <strong data-start=\"2465\" data-end=\"2485\">explanatory note<\/strong> outlining the reasons for project delay, supporting documents, and a revised completion plan such as a <strong data-start=\"2589\" data-end=\"2639\">PERT chart or time-bound construction schedule<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2649\" data-end=\"2711\"><strong data-start=\"2652\" data-end=\"2711\">\u00a0Pending Legal Matters and Notarized Declaration<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2712\" data-end=\"3172\">Promoters are also required to disclose all pending complaints and litigations related to the project, including those before MahaRERA, the Appellate Tribunal, Consumer Forums, Civil Courts, NCLT, or the High Court. In addition, a <strong data-start=\"2943\" data-end=\"2968\">notarized declaration<\/strong> must be provided confirming that the extension will not affect the rights of allottees, that all conditions imposed by MahaRERA will be followed, and that MahaRERA\u2019s decision will be final and binding.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"MahaRERA Parking Rules #werunsocieties #parking #society\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NZQ9uqXdD4E?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3179\" data-end=\"3237\"><strong data-start=\"3182\" data-end=\"3237\">Updating Project Details on MahaRERA Portal<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3238\" data-end=\"3595\">Before submitting the application, promoters must ensure that the project information on the MahaRERA website is fully updated. This includes sales and booking status, Forms 1, 2, 2A, 3, and 5 (duly signed), revised timelines, and disclosures on parking and amenities. Any outdated or incomplete information may lead to rejection of the extension request.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3602\" data-end=\"3645\"><strong data-start=\"3605\" data-end=\"3645\">Conclusion \u2013 Transparency is the Key<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3646\" data-end=\"4093\">Extension of project registration under <strong data-start=\"3686\" data-end=\"3702\">Section 7(3)<\/strong> is not a right but a privilege granted only when justified in the interest of homebuyers. Promoters must act responsibly, prepare documents honestly, and maintain transparency. <strong data-start=\"3880\" data-end=\"3984\">MahaRERA will always support timely project completion, but never at the cost of homebuyers\u2019 rights.<\/strong> For builders and promoters, the best way forward is legal compliance, openness, and respect for allottees.<\/p>\n<p>Also Watch : \u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/M2yCqcJOMSI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/youtu.be\/M2yCqcJOMSI<\/a><\/p>\n<p>1)Facebook &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/share\/p\/16diZHPK2A\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/share\/p\/16diZHPK2A\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p>2) Facebook &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/share\/p\/16diZHPK2A\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/share\/p\/16diZHPK2A\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p>3) LinkedIn &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/feed\/update\/urn:li:activity:7348613367135121408\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/feed\/update\/urn:li:activity:7348613367135121408<\/a><\/p>\n<p>4) Website &#8211;\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dearsociety.in\/post\/2025\/07\/09\/understanding-the-quality-\"> https:\/\/www.dearsociety.in\/post\/2025\/07\/09\/understanding-the-quality-<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/share\/p\/16diZHPK2A\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">assurance-certificate-under-maharera\/<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In recent years, several real estate projects have faced delays and could not be completed within the stipulated timeline. The Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 provides a mechanism to deal with such situations. 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