A.P. RERA instructs urban local bodies to issue building occupancy certificates (OC) only to those registered with it
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Why in news
The Andhra Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority (AP RERA) directed urban local bodies to stop issuing Building Occupancy Certificates (OCs) to unregistered private builders.
Background
AP RERA chairperson A. Siva Reddy reported that 25% of builders in the state are currently unregistered. The authority mandates that developers must register online at www.rera.ap.gov.in before starting sales or marketing activities.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyAP RERA: The regulatory body governing real estate projects in Andhra Pradesh
- Fact25% of builders in Andhra Pradesh are currently unregistered according to AP RERA
- FactBuilding Occupancy Certificates (OCs) are required for legal occupancy of private construction projects
For Mains
Q. Discuss how the implementation of RERA acts as a mechanism to ensure transparency and consumer protection in the real estate sector.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Regulatory oversight: Preventing unauthorized construction and ensuring structural safety standards
- Market integrity: Curbing speculative marketing by unregistered developers to protect home-buyers
- Institutional coordination: Aligning urban local body clearances with state-level real estate regulations
Keywords: Regulatory Compliance · Consumer Protection · Transparency · Urban Governance · Real Estate Regulation
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