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Bengaluru residents seek builder accountability in new apartment bill
The Hindu··16 Jul
Apartment association members in Bengaluru on July 15 suggested amendments to the proposed Karnataka Apartment Ownership and Maintenance Bill 2026. Suggestions covered builder accountability, association governance, parking management, dispute resolution and internal renovations. Stakeholders sought clear election timelines and provisions for handing over common areas when builders abandon projects. The bill is under public consultation.
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What It Means For You
- Bengaluru apartment owners may gain stronger rights under the new bill.
- Parking and builder accountability rules could change for flat residents.
- Association election and governance norms may become legally defined.
What's Happening
- Residents suggested amendments to the 2026 apartment bill on July 15.
- Builder accountability and parking norms were key discussion points.
- The CM assured the bill will be introduced after incorporating suggestions.
Apartment Bill Context
- The Karnataka Apartment Ownership and Maintenance Bill is under consultation.
- Bangalore Apartments Federation welcomed the legislative initiative.
- Stakeholders proposed an ombudsman for apartment-related disputes.
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