Before making a booking for your new home, it’s crucial to understand that all the essential legal documents are pre-approved by RERA before the builder receives RERA registration. A builder can only sell the property to a buyer after this registration is granted. Moreover, all these documents are available on the GUJRERA website, allowing buyers to verify them at any time. This ensures complete transparency and protection for homebuyers. Here’s a checklist of the key documents you should review:

1. Land’s Title Deed
   • • Confirms the builder’s legal ownership of the land on which the project is developed.
   • • Ensure the Title Deed is clear and has no disputes.
2. Encumbrance Certificate
   • • Certifies that the property is free from any monetary or legal liabilities such as mortgages or legal dues.
   • • Check for any past transactions on the property.
3. Approved Layout Plan
   • • This is the approved building and Layout plan issued by local authorities, ensuring the project complies with local laws.
   • • Cross-check if the layout matches what was promised by the builder.
4. Commencement Certificate (Rajja Chitthi)
   • • Issued by the local authorities, this certificate ensures that the builder has been given permission to begin construction.
   • • Review this document to verify project legality.
5. Land Use Certificate (NA Order)
   • • Ensure the land is approved for residential use by the relevant local authority.
   • • This document clarifies that the project is not being constructed on agricultural or industrial land.
6. No Objection Certificates (NOCs)
   • • Builders need NOCs from several authorities (e.g., fire safety, water supply, electricity board) for the project to be legally sound.
   • • Verify that all necessary NOCs are in place.
7. Occupancy Certificate (OC)
   • • This certificate is provided by the local municipal authority post-construction, ensuring that the building complies with the approved plan and is ready for occupancy.
   • • Essential for final handover.
8. Sale Agreement
   • • Details all the terms and conditions between the builder and the buyer, including the construction schedule, payment terms, and possession date.
   • • Ensure this document is RERA-compliant.
9. RERA Registration

• • Ensure that the project is registered with GUJRERA (Gujarat Real Estate Regulatory Authority).
• • You can verify the project’s registration on the official GUJRERA website www.gujrera.gujarat.gov.in.

Importance of Verifying GUJRERA-Registered Projects:

• • Transparency: GUJRERA ensures that builders disclose all project details, including financials and timelines, offering greater transparency.
• • Protection for Buyers: Projects registered under GUJRERA must comply with legal requirements, safeguarding homebuyers from fraudulent practices.
• • Easy Verification: You can easily verify a project’s registration and legal status on the GUJRERA website using the RERA registration number provided by the builder.