Supreme Court: Homebuyers Can Seek Relief for Possession Delays
NEW DELHI: Homebuyers can raise complaints regarding deficiencies in services even after taking possession of a flat, as per a ruling by the Supreme Court. The court affirmed that homebuyers have the right to approach consumer forums for compensation related to delayed possession, irrespective of having already received the flat. The Supreme Court overturned a decision by the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC), which had stated that a homebuyer loses consumer status upon receiving possession and therefore cannot claim compensation for delays. The court clarified that any arbitration clause in the agreement will not prevent homebuyers from seeking resolutions…