With popular micro-markets like Noida, Greater Noida, Ghaziabad, etc., Uttar Pradesh is among those states that attract a large section of home buyers. With a large inventory and properties for sale, these areas in the National Capital Region (NCR) are also known for their affordable property prices. However, unfortunate circumstances, such as the Jaypee insolvency case, have proved how important a state real estate regulator is. In tune with the Real Estate Act, the Uttar Pradesh Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Rules were notified in 2016. Here’s all that home buyers, builders and real estate agents need to know, about the UP RERA.
How to check registered projects on UP RERA?
Step 1: Log on to the official website of UP RERA, that is, https://www.up-rera.in/
Step 2: Go to ‘Projects’ or simply click here.
Step 3: Search for the project and view its details as shown in the example below:
Step 4: Click on ‘View detail’ for complete information about the project. You can also choose to view the project summary and other information that can be downloaded, or the complete details, including information about the real estate agents associated with the project.
How to check registered promoters on UP RERA?
You can go to the ‘Important Links’ section of the UP RERA official website, for quick access to registered promoters and their projects.
How to check the defaulter project list on UP RERA?
Step 1: Use the ‘Important Links’ section that is shown above to access a list of defaulters or simply click here. You can see the project registration number, name of the project, location details, promoter’s name and photo and RERA order details.
How to register as a promoter on UP RERA?
Step 1: Visit the official website and go to the ‘Registrations’ tab. Opt for ‘Promoter’.
Step 2: Input your phone number. You will receive an OTP on your phone. Verify, to continue.
Step 3: You will be directed to the promoters’ registration page and you will be asked for details such as name, contact information, address, PAN and Aadhaar card details, income tax details, etc. Note that a project can be registered after the registration of the promoter.
How to register as a real estate agent on UP RERA?
Step 1: Log on to the official website and go to ‘Registrations’ or simply click here.
Step 2: Fill in all required details in the form, as well as the payment and submit the registration.
Details required include details of the real estate agent enterprise and proof of address (Name, registered address, enterprise type – i.e., proprietorship, societies, partnership, company, etc.), PAN card copy, registration particulars (including bye-laws), memorandum of association, articles of association and income tax returns for the last three financial years. In case you had been exempted from filing income tax returns during any of the last three financial years, please submit a declaration explaining the same.
UP RERA at a glance
| Projects | 2,806 |
| Agents | 3,724 |
| Promoters | 1,490 |
How to register complaints with UP RERA?
You can register complaints online and even check complaint status through the portal.
- To check the complaint status, uses must click on the ‘complaint status’ option under the ‘complaints’ tab.
- In the next page, provide the ‘Complaint Number’ and captcha. Click on ‘Submit’. The complaint along with its current status will appear on the screen.
UP RERA: Latest news
UP RERA simplifies process for filing and hearing complaints
January 15, 2024: The UP RERA has revised the process for filing, scrutiny and hearing by homebuyers and promoters, as per media reports. As per the revised SOP, the allottee should first create their profile under the complaint section of the RERA website http://www.up-rera.in and provide their details such as email ID and mobile number. The same email address and mobile number will be used for all future updates, including the dates of hearing during the entire lifecycle of the complaint. The complainant has the option to preview and edit after filing the complaint form. They must deposit the requisite fee of Rs 1,000 and submit the complaint. They must upload the authorisation letter of the authorised person or the vakalatnama of the advocate, as the case may be. The complainant must enclose copies of the documents, such as the allotment letter, the agreement for sale (BBA), the copies of the payment receipts, etc., in PDF format. They must download the complaint and attached documents and submit a self-attested hard copy of the same in the office of UP RERA at Lucknow or NCR, as the case may be.
UP RERA asks developers to submit progress report in 15 days
January 15, 2024: The UPRERA has directed the promoters of all registered projectsvs to file upto date quarterly progress reports (QPR) of their projects, including the backlogs on the authority’s website within 15 days, according to media reports. As cited in the report, Sanjay Bhoosreddy, chairman, UP RERA said that several promoters were not filing the QPRs of their projects in time and some have filed the subsequent QPRs without filing the pending QPRs. He said that was against the requirements of RERA and amounted to a violation of the relevant provisions of the RERA Act. Thus, the authority decided to allow the promoters to file the pending QPRs of their projects as well as the QPR of the October to December 2023 quarter by January 15, 2024.
UPRERA to use artificial intelligence for faster complaint disposal
May 18, 2023: The UP RERA plans to use artificial intelligence (AI) in its quasi-judicial processes in e-Courts, to simplify complaint filing for consumers, according to media reports. According to the officials, using AI and machine learning (ML) would help in complaint filing, case filtering and prioritisation, notification and tracking of cases. They said that the authority has issued an expression of interest (EOI) to invite applications from experts and agencies interested in developing the project.
UP’s draft RERA rules: Does it protect buyers’ interests?
By Colliers Research
The Uttar Pradesh government recently notified the draft Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act’s rules for the state. We examine how these rules compare against the model rules framed by the central government and the implications for home buyers
May 8, 2017: Recently, the Uttar Pradesh government notified the draft Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act (RERA) rules. Here is a holistic comparison of the Uttar Pradesh draft rules and the Act legislated by the central government, in 2016.
See also: What is RERA and how will it impact the real estate industry and home buyers?
| Main clauses | Real Estate Regulation and Development Act (RERA) 2016 | Uttar Pradesh RERA |
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| Minimum project size | Compulsory registration for projects admeasuring plot area more than 500 sq metres or 8 number of apartments. | Compulsory registration but no specifications on the minimum project size. |
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| Escrow account | 70% of the amounts realised for the project to be deposited in a separate account in a scheduled bank to meet the cost of the real estate project and to be withdrawn in proportion to the percentage of completion. | |
| Online project details | All project details such as sanctioned plan, layout plan, floor space index, specifications of the project, authenticated copy of approvals and commencement certificate, should be available online. | |
| Lapse/Cancellation of registration | Remaining development work to be done by a competent authority or the association of allottees and the appropriate government may be consulted. | Ambiguity on the process to be adopted for remaining development work, in the event of lapse or cancellation of the project. |
| Definition of ongoing projects | For ongoing projects for which the completion certificate has not been issued, the promoter shall make an application to the Authority for registration of the said project, within a period of three months from the date of commencement of this Act. | Ongoing project, means a project where the completion certificate has not been issued but excludes projects where:
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| Sale of the apartment | On the basis of carpet area only. | For existing projects, the promoter should disclose the size of the apartment based on carpet area, even if earlier sold on super built-up area or built-up area. |
| Parking | Parking spaces defined but no specifications regarding parking costs. | |
| Structural fault | Developer to rectify any structural faults free of cost, in case it is reported within five years of the date of possession. | No clause regarding structural faults. |
| Penalty for non- compliance | Promoter: Up to three years of imprisonment or fine up to 10% of the total project cost.
Real estate agent: Up to one year of imprisonment or fine up to 10% of the total project cost. |
Several imprisonment clauses have been made into compounding clauses (where monetary compensation is paid, in lieu of actual punishment) |
FAQs
What is the address of UP RERA?
There are two centres for the Uttar Pradesh RERA, one in Lucknow and another in the NCR. The address is Naveen Bhavan, Rajya Niyojan Sansthan, Kala Kankar House, Old Hyderabad, Lucknow – 226007 Email ID: contactuprera@up-rera.in
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