Short Answer

Yes, running a home office or small business like tutoring from your flat is generally allowed, subject to certain conditions and restrictions under the Gujarat Cooperative Societies Act, 1961 and Rules.

Detailed Explanation

Section 63 of the Gujarat Cooperative Societies Act, 1961 allows a member of a cooperative housing society to use his flat for residential purposes and for carrying out a profession, trade, or business with the prior approval of the society. This means that as long as you have the approval of the cooperative housing society, you can run a home office or small business like tutoring from your flat.

Rule 56 of the Gujarat Cooperative Societies Rules, 1965 provides guidelines for the use of flats in a cooperative housing society. It states that the member must obtain prior written permission from the society before using the flat for any purpose other than residential. This rule ensures that the society is aware of the activities being conducted in the flat and can regulate them as necessary.

In practice, before starting a home office or small business in your flat, you should inform the cooperative housing society in writing about your intentions and seek their approval. The society may impose certain conditions or restrictions regarding the nature of the business, noise levels, visitors, etc., to ensure harmony among residents.

Examples:

• Mr. Patel, a member of a cooperative housing society, wants to start a small online tutoring service from his flat. He submits a written request to the society along with details of his business plan. The society approves his request with a condition that tutoring sessions should not disturb other residents.

• Ms. Shah runs a home-based beauty salon from her flat. She did not inform the society about this activity, leading to complaints from neighbors. The society issues a notice asking her to seek approval and comply with their regulations.

Reference

• Section 63 of the Gujarat Cooperative Societies Act, 1961

• Rule 56 of the Gujarat Cooperative Societies Rules, 1965