UP-RERA blanket consent rules now require promoters to disclose proposed building plan changes before seeking homebuyer approval. The regulator has also prohibited generic or blanket consent for such modifications.
Under Section 14 of the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, major alterations require written consent from at least two-thirds of allottees.
The Uttar Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority said it had observed shortcomings in promoters’ consent procedures. Some developers either failed to obtain written approval or sought broad consent without explaining specific changes.
Promoters must disclose impact on carpet area
Under the directions, promoters must provide written details of proposed modifications before approaching homebuyers for consent.
The disclosure must clearly explain the impact on individual unit carpet areas and common spaces. It must also identify any proposed additions or deletions.
Additionally, promoters must submit dated written consent from at least two-thirds of allottees. They must attach these documents to applications seeking revisions to sanctioned building plans.
Consent records to undergo verification
Promoters must submit an allottee list alongside the consent documents. The list must include names, addresses, mobile numbers and email IDs for verification.
Furthermore, UP-RERA has prescribed a standard format for obtaining written consent. Promoters must follow this format while collecting approvals from homebuyers.
The same consent documents and allottee list must also reach UP-RERA. This requirement applies when promoters seek replacement of sanctioned plans or amendments to project inventory.
The authority also highlighted the role of building bye-laws. These provisions require competent authorities to ensure compliance with RERA while approving revised project plans.
UP-RERA rejects generic consent for modifications
UP-RERA said it had identified cases involving generic and comprehensive consent forms. Such documents reportedly allowed promoters broad flexibility to modify sanctioned plans without explaining specific changes.
The regulator clarified that these consent forms would not satisfy Section 14 requirements.
“Promoters must ensure that every allottee is fully informed about the proposed changes in the sanctioned building plans before seeking their consent. Obtaining general or blanket consent without providing complete details of the proposed modifications cannot be accepted,” said UP-RERA Chairman Sanjay Bhoosreddy.
The directions reinforce the requirement for informed written approval before major project modifications. They also provide homebuyers with clearer information about changes affecting their properties and shared spaces.
