Builder Not Giving Possession in Delhi? Legal Remedies Explained
Stuck with endless project delays? Here’s how the law allows you to claim refund, compensation, or possession. NEW DELHI: Booking a flat is supposed to be a straightforward process— A buyer pays hard-earned money, waits for the promised timeline, and expects to finally move into a home as committed by the builder. But the ground reality in Delhi tells a very different story. Projects get delayed for years. Possession dates keep shifting. Meanwhile, EMIs continue, rent continues, and the financial pressure keeps building — while the builder continues to operate without real accountability. At that point, this is no longer just a delay. It becomes a legal issue. What Constitutes “Delay” in Legal Terms? Legally, delay is not about frustration — it is about breach. Every Builder-Buyer Agreement specifies: A possession date A grace...