The Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act,2016

Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act,2016

This edition of The Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 (Act 16 of 2016, dated 25-3-2016), updated with the latest amendments including The Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation (Adaptation of Central Laws) Third Order, 2020 (dated 26-10-2020), serves as a comprehensive and reliable legal reference for students preparing for the All India Bar Examination (AIBE), as well as professionals in law, real estate regulation, construction, and property development.

The book presents the bare text of the law—precisely as enacted—without commentary or interpretation, making it ideal for examination purposes and statutory referencing. It lays down the legal framework for the regulation and promotion of the real estate sector, ensuring transparency, accountability, and efficiency in property transactions and project execution.

The content spans the full scope of the Act, including:

• Establishment and powers of the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA)

• Registration requirements for real estate projects and agents

• Rights and duties of promoters, allottees, and real estate agents

• Dispute resolution through adjudicating officers, the Authority, and the Appellate Tribunal

• Penalties for non-compliance and contravention of provisions

• Allied provisions and resources incorporated for complete coverage:

 – The Real Estate (Regulation & Development) Removal of Difficulties Order, 2016

 – Report of the Select Committee on the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Bill

This edition is particularly suitable for:

• AIBE aspirants seeking a statutorily accurate and updated resource

• Law students and academicians studying property and regulatory laws

• Practising advocates handling real estate, construction, and property disputes

• Real estate developers, builders, and agents ensuring compliance with RERA provisions

• Government officials, consultants, and policy-makers involved in real estate governance

Whether used in the exam hall, in property transactions, or in legal practice, this updated text delivers the full legislative authority of The Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016, as it applies in 2025.