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Builder not giving possession – what are my options?

Builder Not Giving Possession – What Are My Options?

If you booked a flat in 2019 and have yet to receive possession, you may be wondering about your legal options. Under the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 (RERA), buyers are protected against undue delays in possession.

You have the right to file a complaint with the appropriate Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) if the builder fails to hand over possession as per the agreed timeline. RERA provides a platform for resolving disputes between buyers and builders efficiently.

Additionally, you may also consider filing a consumer complaint under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019. This can be done if the builder has engaged in unfair trade practices or has failed to deliver services as promised.

For further guidance on this matter, you can refer to relevant case laws such as:


For more detailed legal references, you can check India Kanoon.

In summary, you have the option to file a complaint with RERA and a consumer complaint to seek justice and enforce your rights as a homebuyer.

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Praveen kumar Valluvan
Feb 24, 2026 · 11:07 AM
File RERA + consumer for compensation. Both remedies are parallel.
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Praveen kumar Valluvan
Feb 27, 2026 · 11:18 AM
agreed
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Praveen kumar Valluvan
Feb 27, 2026 · 11:21 AM
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