Basic Legal Aspects Which Every Home Seeker Must Be Aware Of

As the popularity of apartments in Barasat is skyrocketing, the chances of immoral and illegal activities could also be anticipated. Dealings in real estate are a matter of millions of rupees, for the homebuyers it is a matter of investment into which they have been saving throughout their lives, while for some others it is an opportunity to fulfil their malicious intentions. Hence it is advised that the homebuyers be aware of certain legal provisions, which shall not only be helpful in terms of saving them from falling prey to any dubious activity, it shall also be helpful in terms of guiding them in their decision to choose the most ideal apartment. National Building Code (NBC) of India of 2016 Deliberated upon by the central legislature of India, this legal provision forms the basis of all other state real estate legal pronouncements. This legal provision stresses up on the building safety standards. • Lays down comprehensive guidelines regarding the categorisation of the building based on the purpose it is supposed to serve, whether commercial or residential. • Has standardised the technical aspects of building, particularly emphasising upon the materials to be used, the structural design, for minimising damage as a result of any calamity. • Makes fire prevention, emergency evacuation, and modern electric wiring system mandatory. West Bengal Housing Industry Regulation Authority (HIRA) Guidelines 2017 In order to oversee that the housing safety guidelines of the central legislature is implemented properly, this particular legal requirement has been mandated by the state government. • All building complexes having more than 8 apartments must be registered with this organisation in West Bengal. • This particular authoritative body has autonomous rights for inspecting a building complex in order to certify weather the building complex is in alignment with the legal requirements. • Risk assessment of the building, alongside inspecting the workers safety is also carried out. • Can make suggestions in case it feels that certain standards have not been followed properly, and they must be implemented. • Has the authority to even cancel the license of a building project if deemed necessary. Real Estate Regulation Authority (RERA) registration number This legal provision has the authority to govern and regulate the transactions involved in the real estate market. • While buying apartments in Barasat, the client can ask for the RERA registration number to be produced for verifying the legal status of approval of the building. • The RERA registration number must be verified at the RERA website. • Non-capacity to produce the RERA registration number must be dealt as a potential fraudulent affair. • This number is mandatory in terms of dealing with any property disputes at the Court of Law. Wrapping up Although the real estate projects that are coming up in Barasat are commissioned by some of the most reputed real estate organisations in the nation, it is still expected that the masses are aware of their own rights and the provisions which they can avail of in case they feel violated.