A successful redevelopment project begins with a clear and marketable title. We undertake comprehensive scrutiny and verification of title documents, property records, revenue records, municipal permissions, conveyance documents, development rights, and encumbrances. Our legal due diligence process enables clients to identify potential risks at the initial stage, thereby preventing future disputes, financial losses, and project delays.

Our title verification services include:

• Examination of ownership documents and chain of title.
• Verification of conveyance and deemed conveyance records.
• Assessment of development rights and FSI/TDR entitlements.
• Identification of encumbrances, litigations, charges, and third-party claims.
• Legal opinions on title and redevelopment feasibility.

GLA acts as legal advisors to Co-operative Housing Societies, Developers, Builders, Landowners, and Project Management Consultants throughout the redevelopment process. We assist clients from the stage of project conceptualization and feasibility assessment until final possession and project completion.

Our advisory services include:

• Redevelopment feasibility studies and legal assessments.
• Structuring redevelopment transactions.
• Guidance on statutory approvals and permissions.
• Risk assessment and mitigation strategies.
• Protection of rights and interests of society members and developers.

The selection and appointment of a developer is one of the most critical stages of redevelopment. We assist Housing Societies in ensuring complete compliance with Government Resolutions, Redevelopment Guidelines, and statutory provisions governing the appointment of developers.

Our services include:

• Guidance regarding compliance with Section 79A directives and redevelopment guidelines.
• Drafting notices, agendas, and resolutions for Special General Body Meetings.
• Preparation of tender documents and bid evaluation frameworks.
• Assistance in appointment of Project Management Consultants (PMC).
• Legal scrutiny of developers' bids and proposals.
• Documentation relating to developer selection and appointment.

Our firm undertakes drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and vetting of all agreements and documents necessary for redevelopment projects. We ensure that the contractual rights and obligations of all parties are properly documented and legally protected.

Our documentation services include:

• Development Agreements.
• Supplemental and Addendum Agreements.
• Power of Attorney (POA).
• Permanent Alternate Accommodation Agreements (PAAA).
• Tripartite Agreements.
• Individual Member Agreements.
• Consent Affidavits and Undertakings.
• Indemnity Bonds and Declarations.
• Corpus Fund and Rent Compensation Agreements.
• Escrow and Security Documentation.

We assist Co-operative Housing Societies in complying with all legal and procedural requirements necessary for redevelopment.

Our services include:

• Drafting society resolutions and meeting proceedings.
• Legal opinions on redevelopment proposals.
• Compliance with Co-operative Societies laws and regulations.
• Documentation for member approvals and consent management.
• Assistance in obtaining statutory permissions and approvals.
• Advisory regarding rights and obligations of managing committees.

Redevelopment projects often require approvals and interactions with various government authorities. Our team regularly represents clients before regulatory bodies and government agencies involved in redevelopment matters.

We provide representation before:

• Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA).
• Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA).
• Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA).
• Municipal Corporations and Planning Authorities.
• Registrar and Co-operative Department Authorities.
• Revenue Authorities and Collector Offices.
• RERA Authorities.

We assist developers and societies in ensuring compliance with the provisions of the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016.

Our services include:

• Registration of redevelopment projects under RERA.
• Drafting and vetting disclosures and declarations.
• Compliance audits and regulatory reviews.
• Representation before RERA Authorities and Appellate Tribunals.
• Advisory on obligations of promoters and allottees.

Redevelopment projects frequently involve disputes among societies, members, developers, contractors, and regulatory authorities. Our litigation team represents clients in complex redevelopment disputes and enforcement proceedings.

We handle matters before:

• Hon'ble Supreme Court of India.
• Hon'ble High Courts.
• Civil Courts.
• Consumer Commissions.
• Co-operative Courts.
• RERA Authorities and Tribunals.
• Arbitration Tribunals.
• Criminal Courts.

Our litigation practice covers:

• Disputes regarding redevelopment agreements.
• Delay in possession and project completion.
• Rent and corpus fund disputes.
• Challenges to developer appointments.
• Specific performance and injunction proceedings.
• Member-related redevelopment disputes.
• Title and ownership disputes.
• Fraud, misrepresentation, and criminal complaints arising out of redevelopment transactions.

With the increasing popularity of self-redevelopment projects, GLA provides specialized legal assistance to societies seeking to undertake redevelopment independently.

Our services include:

• Structuring self-redevelopment projects.
• Legal documentation and compliance.
• Funding and security documentation.
• Contractor and consultant agreements.
• Statutory approval management.
• Risk assessment and project governance.