Karnataka Regulator Bars Pre-Handover Cost Shifts to Buyers
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K-RERA ruling assigns statutory dues before possession to builders, aiming to cut disputes and improve cost clarity.
By RealEstate.x News Desk · Source-based briefing
Original editorial illustration · AI-generated with Recraft. Reporting source published 22 OCT 2026.
Ruling
The Karnataka Real Estate Regulatory Authority has ruled that builders cannot transfer certain project costs, including GST on BWSSB bills, to buyers before handover [1].
Impact
The decision targets disputes over last-minute charges. Buyers get clarity on dues; developers must maintain transparent accounts and comply with statutory obligations [1].
Industry View
BRAI's Farook Mahmood called it an accountability step. Others cautioned about short-term cash-flow pressure and possible base-price increases, urging monitoring and upfront disclosure [1].
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