RERA Project Modification & Change Services
Get Changes Approved, Stay Compliant
End-to-end RERA modification services for real estate developers across Maharashtra — applicability assessment, allottee consent management, CA certification, MahaRERA portal filing, and post-approval compliance.
Overview
What Are RERA Project Modifications?
No real estate project is built exactly as first planned. Layouts get revised, floor plans change, the number of units is adjusted, common area specifications evolve, and sometimes the project scope shifts significantly from what was originally registered with RERA. Under the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016, making changes to a registered project without following the prescribed approval process is a violation that can result in penalties, buyer disputes, and in serious cases, deregistration of the project.
N D Savla & Associates provides end-to-end RERA project modification and change approval services for real estate developers across Maharashtra. We assess whether a proposed change requires RERA approval, manage the documentation and consent process, file the modification application with MahaRERA, and ensure that the approved change is correctly reflected in the project's ongoing RERA filings. For projects also needing a RERA project extension, we handle both processes in parallel.
Approval Requirements
When Does a Modification Require Authority Approval and Allottee Consent?
| Type of Change | RERA Approval Required? | Allottee Consent Required? | Legal Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minor variations within sanctioned plan (e.g. internal wall repositioning within same unit area) | Generally not | No — unless the variation materially affects the unit | Section 14(1) — minor additions / alterations permissible |
| Changes in structural design / sanction plan (revised IOD/CC from municipal authority) | Yes — updated plans must be filed with MahaRERA | No — if change does not adversely affect allottees | Section 14(1) — requires disclosure and updated filing |
| Changes that adversely affect allottees (reduction in unit size, removal of amenity, change in specifications) | Yes — formal modification application required | Yes — written consent of each affected allottee required | Section 14(2) — no adverse changes without allottee consent |
| Changes affecting common areas or facilities (club, garden, parking layout revised) | Yes — modification application required | Yes — consent of 2/3rd of all allottees required | Section 14(2) read with MahaRERA regulations |
| Addition of new phases or towers | Yes — separate registration or modification as applicable | Depends on whether existing allottees are affected | Section 4 / Section 14 as applicable |
Our Process
How We Handle RERA Project Modifications — Our 6-Step Process
Impact Assessment — What Approval Does This Change Actually Need?
Compliance Status Review
Allottee Consent Management — Where Required
Documentation Preparation and CA Certification
MahaRERA Modification Application Filing
Post-Approval Updates and Compliance Continuity
Common Scenarios
Common RERA Modification Scenarios We Handle
Revised Layout from Municipal Authority
Developer receives a revised IOD or CC from MCGM that differs from the original sanctioned plan filed at RERA registration. The revised plan must be filed with MahaRERA promptly — delays create discrepancies that surface during quarterly audits.
Unit Configuration Change
Merging two 1BHK units into one 2BHK, splitting a large unit into two smaller ones, or adding a terrace unit. Each affects the registered number and configuration of units and must be filed as a modification. Where existing allottees are affected, individual written consent is required.
Specification Downgrade or Material Change
Using different flooring, fittings, or structural materials than disclosed in the agreement for sale constitutes an adverse modification under Section 14(2) — individual consent from each affected allottee is mandatory before filing with MahaRERA.
Amenity Revision — Pool Removed, Garden Relocated
Removing, downsizing, or relocating a promised amenity (swimming pool, gymnasium, play area) is a project-level change. Two-thirds allottee consent is required, along with justification and a MahaRERA modification application.
Phasing Changes — Adding or Removing a Phase
Adding a new phase or discontinuing a registered phase requires specific treatment under RERA. New phases generally need a fresh registration; discontinuation has implications for the escrow account and allottees in that phase.
Post-Transfer Modifications
Where an incoming promoter also needs to modify the project plan after a RERA project transfer, we handle both the transfer and subsequent modification as a coordinated process.
Related Services
Broader RERA and Real Estate Compliance Services
Frequently Asked Questions
Common Questions on RERA Project Modification
What types of changes to a RERA-registered project require authority approval?
Is allottee consent required for RERA project modifications?
What happens if a RERA project modification is made without approval?
How long does MahaRERA modification approval take?
Does a CA need to be involved in a RERA project modification?
Planning a Change to Your RERA Project?
Get the right advice before implementation — layout revision, unit reconfiguration, specification update, or amenity change. We serve developers across Mumbai, Thane, Navi Mumbai, Pune, and Maharashtra.
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