Short Answer

Yes, any addition or change in rules, such as implementing a new parking charge, must be done through amending the by-laws of the cooperative society.

Detailed Explanation

Rule 62 of the Gujarat Cooperative Societies Rules, 1965 states that any addition, alteration, or amendment to the by-laws of a cooperative society must be made by a resolution passed at a general meeting of the society. This means that any new rule, including a parking charge, must be incorporated into the by-laws through a formal process involving the members of the society.

In practice, the process of adding or changing a rule, like introducing a new parking charge, would involve proposing the amendment at a general meeting of the cooperative society. The proposal would need to be discussed, voted upon, and approved by the majority of the members present at the meeting. Once approved, the new rule would be officially added to the by-laws of the society.

Real-world Scenarios

• Scenario 1: A cooperative society decides to introduce a parking charge for residents who own more than one vehicle. The managing committee proposes this amendment at a general meeting, where it is discussed, voted upon, and eventually added to the by-laws through a formal resolution.

• Scenario 2: A cooperative society wishes to increase the existing parking charges due to maintenance costs. The members convene a general meeting, where the proposed amendment is debated, voted upon, and formally incorporated into the by-laws after receiving the necessary majority approval.

Reference

• Rule 62 of the Gujarat Cooperative Societies Rules, 1965

• Official PDF: https://cooperation.gujarat.gov.in/writereaddata/Portal/Images/pdf/Co_Op_Societies_Rules1965.pdf