The promoter must rectify structural defects and specified workmanship/service obligations brought to notice within five years from handing over possession
Finin2min summary
The promoter must rectify structural defects and specified workmanship/service obligations brought to notice within five years from handing over possession, within the statutory period, failing which compensation may arise.
Source review date: 4 July 2026. Read with the official text and the facts of the transaction.
Legal anchors
- Section 14(3)
- State regulations and technical standards
How to analyse it
- Define possession date and complaint channel.
- Classify structural versus maintenance issue.
- Arrange independent technical inspection.
- Track 30-day rectification and evidence.
Practical illustration
Persistent seepage caused by waterproofing failure is reported within five years. The promoter should investigate and rectify rather than redirect automatically to the association.
What can go wrong?
- Calling every defect wear and tear
- No closure evidence
- Delay beyond statutory period
Evidence pack
- Possession record
- Complaint log
- Technical report
- Rectification proof
Decision workflow
- Freeze the facts and effective date.
- Identify the controlling Act, rule, notification, circular and jurisdictional overlay.
- Prepare a calculation or exposure note.
- Collect the evidence pack before filing, payment, signing or response.
- Record reviewer conclusion and assumptions.
Quick Q&A
Is the result automatic?
No. Define possession date and complaint channel.
What is the most important control?
Track 30-day rectification and evidence.
What should be escalated?
Calling every defect wear and tear, especially where money, deadlines, enforcement, personal liability or irreversible transaction steps are involved.
Official source trail
Secondary commentary may help interpretation, but it is not the source of law.