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Membership and Voting Rights

How do I become a member of my cooperative housing society?

Who is eligible to join as a member of our housing society?

What documents and forms do I need to submit when applying for membership?

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Maintenance and Utility Disputes

How are society maintenance charges calculated – can we pay based on our flat size or must it be equal?[9]

If the by-laws don’t specify a method, what does the law say about splitting maintenance?[9]

Can the society change the maintenance rate without a general meeting or by-law amendment?

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Builder Delays and RERA Complaints

What qualifies as a RERA-registered project, and how do I know if our housing project is registered?[13]

Our project was built before RERA came into force; can we still use RERA to file a complaint?

What kinds of builder delays or defaults can be complained about under RERA?

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Redevelopment and Structural Repairs

Under what conditions can our society legally redevelop the building?[15]

Do we need the consent of all owners to start redevelopment, and if not, what percentage is required?[15]

If our building is declared unsafe or “ruinous” by authorities, is the consent requirement for redevelopment lowered?[16]

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Society Elections and Committee Roles

How long is the tenure of the elected managing committee under Gujarat law?[19]

Can the society pass a resolution to reduce or extend the committee’s five-year term?[20]

How many members can the managing committee have at most?[21]

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Documentation, Records, and Audits

What official records must the society keep (e.g., register of members, minutes books, ledgers)?

Where does the society keep plans, by-laws, and important legal documents?

Is the society required to maintain a member register and a share ledger?

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Tenancy, PG, and Use of Premises

Can I rent out my flat, and do I need the society’s permission to do so?

If I rent out my flat, do I still pay maintenance and other society charges?[10]

Can the society charge an additional “non-occupancy” fee for a rented flat, and is there a legal cap on that fee?[11]

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Parking, Common Areas, and By-Laws

How is parking space allocated among members – can the society sell or rent parking slots?

Do members own their parking space or is it part of common property?

If parking is limited, can the society charge extra for reserved spots?

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Legal Remedies and Registrar Complaints

How do I file a formal complaint against my society or its officials under the Gujarat Co-op Act?

Which authority handles disputes under the Co-op Societies Act – the Registrar or a district co-op court?

What issues can be directly taken to the Registrar, and which must go to the Co-op Tribunal?

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Membership and Voting Rights

How do I become a member of my cooperative housing society?

Who is eligible to join as a member of our housing society?

What documents and forms do I need to submit when applying for membership?

View All Articles

Maintenance and Utility Disputes

How are society maintenance charges calculated – can we pay based on our flat size or must it be equal?[9]

If the by-laws don’t specify a method, what does the law say about splitting maintenance?[9]

Can the society change the maintenance rate without a general meeting or by-law amendment?

View All Articles

Builder Delays and RERA Complaints

What qualifies as a RERA-registered project, and how do I know if our housing project is registered?[13]

Our project was built before RERA came into force; can we still use RERA to file a complaint?

What kinds of builder delays or defaults can be complained about under RERA?

View All Articles

Redevelopment and Structural Repairs

Under what conditions can our society legally redevelop the building?[15]

Do we need the consent of all owners to start redevelopment, and if not, what percentage is required?[15]

If our building is declared unsafe or “ruinous” by authorities, is the consent requirement for redevelopment lowered?[16]

View All Articles

Society Elections and Committee Roles

How long is the tenure of the elected managing committee under Gujarat law?[19]

Can the society pass a resolution to reduce or extend the committee’s five-year term?[20]

How many members can the managing committee have at most?[21]

View All Articles

Documentation, Records, and Audits

What official records must the society keep (e.g., register of members, minutes books, ledgers)?

Where does the society keep plans, by-laws, and important legal documents?

Is the society required to maintain a member register and a share ledger?

View All Articles

Tenancy, PG, and Use of Premises

Can I rent out my flat, and do I need the society’s permission to do so?

If I rent out my flat, do I still pay maintenance and other society charges?[10]

Can the society charge an additional “non-occupancy” fee for a rented flat, and is there a legal cap on that fee?[11]

View All Articles

Parking, Common Areas, and By-Laws

How is parking space allocated among members – can the society sell or rent parking slots?

Do members own their parking space or is it part of common property?

If parking is limited, can the society charge extra for reserved spots?

View All Articles

Legal Remedies and Registrar Complaints

How do I file a formal complaint against my society or its officials under the Gujarat Co-op Act?

Which authority handles disputes under the Co-op Societies Act – the Registrar or a district co-op court?

What issues can be directly taken to the Registrar, and which must go to the Co-op Tribunal?

View All Articles

Membership and Voting Rights

How do I become a member of my cooperative housing society?

Who is eligible to join as a member of our housing society?

What documents and forms do I need to submit when applying for membership?

View All Articles

Maintenance and Utility Disputes

How are society maintenance charges calculated – can we pay based on our flat size or must it be equal?[9]

If the by-laws don’t specify a method, what does the law say about splitting maintenance?[9]

Can the society change the maintenance rate without a general meeting or by-law amendment?

View All Articles

Builder Delays and RERA Complaints

What qualifies as a RERA-registered project, and how do I know if our housing project is registered?[13]

Our project was built before RERA came into force; can we still use RERA to file a complaint?

What kinds of builder delays or defaults can be complained about under RERA?

View All Articles

Redevelopment and Structural Repairs

Under what conditions can our society legally redevelop the building?[15]

Do we need the consent of all owners to start redevelopment, and if not, what percentage is required?[15]

If our building is declared unsafe or “ruinous” by authorities, is the consent requirement for redevelopment lowered?[16]

View All Articles

Society Elections and Committee Roles

How long is the tenure of the elected managing committee under Gujarat law?[19]

Can the society pass a resolution to reduce or extend the committee’s five-year term?[20]

How many members can the managing committee have at most?[21]

View All Articles

Documentation, Records, and Audits

What official records must the society keep (e.g., register of members, minutes books, ledgers)?

Where does the society keep plans, by-laws, and important legal documents?

Is the society required to maintain a member register and a share ledger?

View All Articles

Tenancy, PG, and Use of Premises

Can I rent out my flat, and do I need the society’s permission to do so?

If I rent out my flat, do I still pay maintenance and other society charges?[10]

Can the society charge an additional “non-occupancy” fee for a rented flat, and is there a legal cap on that fee?[11]

View All Articles

Parking, Common Areas, and By-Laws

How is parking space allocated among members – can the society sell or rent parking slots?

Do members own their parking space or is it part of common property?

If parking is limited, can the society charge extra for reserved spots?

View All Articles

Legal Remedies and Registrar Complaints

How do I file a formal complaint against my society or its officials under the Gujarat Co-op Act?

Which authority handles disputes under the Co-op Societies Act – the Registrar or a district co-op court?

What issues can be directly taken to the Registrar, and which must go to the Co-op Tribunal?

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How do I become a member of my cooperative housing society?

Any person who meets the eligibility conditions laid down under the Gujarat Cooperative Societies Act, 1961 and agrees to follow the society’s bylaws can become a member of a cooperative housing society.

How do I become a member of my cooperative housing society?

Any person who meets the eligibility conditions laid down under the Gujarat Cooperative Societies Act, 1961 and agrees to follow the society’s bylaws can become a member of a cooperative housing society.

How do I become a member of my cooperative housing society?

Any person who meets the eligibility conditions laid down under the Gujarat Cooperative Societies Act, 1961 and agrees to follow the society’s bylaws can become a member of a cooperative housing society.

Who is eligible to join as a member of our housing society?

Any individual who fulfills the eligibility criteria specified in the Gujarat Cooperative Societies Act, 1961 can join as a member of a housing society.

Who is eligible to join as a member of our housing society?

Any individual who fulfills the eligibility criteria specified in the Gujarat Cooperative Societies Act, 1961 can join as a member of a housing society.

Who is eligible to join as a member of our housing society?

Any individual who fulfills the eligibility criteria specified in the Gujarat Cooperative Societies Act, 1961 can join as a member of a housing society.

What documents and forms do I need to submit when applying for membership?

To apply for membership in a cooperative society in Gujarat, you need to submit an application form along with the required documents such as identity proof, address proof, and passport size photographs.

What documents and forms do I need to submit when applying for membership?

To apply for membership in a cooperative society in Gujarat, you need to submit an application form along with the required documents such as identity proof, address proof, and passport size photographs.

What documents and forms do I need to submit when applying for membership?

To apply for membership in a cooperative society in Gujarat, you need to submit an application form along with the required documents such as identity proof, address proof, and passport size photographs.

Is there an admission fee or membership deposit required to join the society?

Yes, there can be an admission fee or membership deposit required to join a cooperative society in Gujarat.

Is there an admission fee or membership deposit required to join the society?

Yes, there can be an admission fee or membership deposit required to join a cooperative society in Gujarat.

Is there an admission fee or membership deposit required to join the society?

Yes, there can be an admission fee or membership deposit required to join a cooperative society in Gujarat.

Once I buy a flat, how long before I can transfer my membership or sell my share?

You can transfer your membership or sell your share in a cooperative society after obtaining the necessary approval as per the Gujarat Cooperative Societies Act, 1961.

Once I buy a flat, how long before I can transfer my membership or sell my share?

You can transfer your membership or sell your share in a cooperative society after obtaining the necessary approval as per the Gujarat Cooperative Societies Act, 1961.

Once I buy a flat, how long before I can transfer my membership or sell my share?

You can transfer your membership or sell your share in a cooperative society after obtaining the necessary approval as per the Gujarat Cooperative Societies Act, 1961.

Are there any conditions or limits on transferring my share in the society?

Yes, there are conditions and limits on transferring shares in a cooperative society.

Are there any conditions or limits on transferring my share in the society?

Yes, there are conditions and limits on transferring shares in a cooperative society.

Are there any conditions or limits on transferring my share in the society?

Yes, there are conditions and limits on transferring shares in a cooperative society.

Can I sell my flat share immediately after buying it, or is there a waiting period?

There may be restrictions on selling your flat share immediately after buying it, depending on the rules of the cooperative society.

Can I sell my flat share immediately after buying it, or is there a waiting period?

There may be restrictions on selling your flat share immediately after buying it, depending on the rules of the cooperative society.

Can I sell my flat share immediately after buying it, or is there a waiting period?

There may be restrictions on selling your flat share immediately after buying it, depending on the rules of the cooperative society.

Must transfers of a member’s share be approved by the committee or registrar?

Yes, transfers of a member's share must be approved by the committee or registrar.

Must transfers of a member’s share be approved by the committee or registrar?

Yes, transfers of a member's share must be approved by the committee or registrar.

Must transfers of a member’s share be approved by the committee or registrar?

Yes, transfers of a member's share must be approved by the committee or registrar.

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