LUCKNOW: The Uttar Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority (UP RERA) has directed builders not to obtain blanket consent from homebuyers for changes in sanctioned building plans without disclosing the proposed modifications in writing.The directive follows observations that several promoters were securing general consent from allottees without explaining the nature of changes, effectively allowing themselves unrestricted freedom to alter approved plans.Under the new guidelines, promoters must obtain written consent from at least two-thirds of allottees before seeking approval for major changes to sanctioned plans.Builders must clearly disclose how the proposed modifications will affect the carpet area of individual units, common areas and other spaces, including any proposed additions or deletions.“UP RERA has also prescribed a standard consent format. Promoters must submit dated consent documents along with a list of allottees containing their addresses, mobile numbers and email IDs for verification,” said official source.The authority clarified that allottees covered under these provisions are buyers with whom an agreement for sale or builder-buyer agreement has been executed.UP RERA chairman Sanjay Bhoosreddy said obtaining general or blanket consent without disclosing complete details of proposed modifications was unacceptable.He said the guidelines would ensure informed decisions by homebuyers and strict compliance with Section 14 of the RERA Act.
