Statutory & Governance Knowledge Repository

Housing Society Knowledge Centre

Official Government Resolutions (GRs), Model Bye-Laws, Redevelopment Frameworks, Solar/EV Guidelines, and Operational Checklists curated for RWAs and Committee Members.

Statutory Bye-Laws
PDF3.8 MB
Model Bye-Laws for Cooperative Housing Societies (Updated 2024-2026)
Maharashtra Cooperative Societies Department

Official comprehensive Model Bye-laws governing membership rights, associate members, transfer premiums, maintenance charges, AGM procedures, and managing committee election rules.

Key Highlights:
  • Maximum transfer premium capped at ₹25,000
  • Associate member voting rights clarification
Government Circular
PDF2.1 MB
Deemed Conveyance SOP & Section 11 Compliance Framework
District Deputy Registrar (DDR) / Urban Dev Dept

Step-by-step statutory process for housing societies to obtain unilateral Deemed Conveyance of land and building from defaulting builders.

Key Highlights:
  • Documents checklist required for DDR application
  • Measurement plan and architect certificate guidelines
Redevelopment Norms
PDF1.9 MB
Section 79(A) Guidelines for Society Self-Redevelopment & Builder Selection
Cooperation & Textile Dept, Govt of Maharashtra

Mandatory video-recorded Special General Body Meeting (SGM) procedures, Project Management Consultant (PMC) appointment, and transparent tender flotation rules for redevelopment.

Key Highlights:
  • 51% member consent requirement for builder or self-redevelopment
  • Compulsory DDR representative or authorized observer at SGM
SOP & Checklists
XLSX850 KB
Complete Society Annual General Meeting (AGM) & Audit Checklist
India Smart Society Knowledge Cell

Ready-to-use spreadsheet checklist for managing committees covering notice timelines, statutory audit submission, budget planning, and minutes drafting.

Key Highlights:
  • 14 clear days notice calculation template
  • Statutory Auditor Form No. 1 and Audit Rectification Report format
Green Tech & Energy
PDF2.4 MB
PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana - Rooftop Solar Guide for Housing Complexes
Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) / MSEDCL

Comprehensive guide to subsidy calculations (up to ₹18,000/kW for common facilities), net-metering application process, structural feasibility, and vendor selection.

Key Highlights:
  • Subsidy up to 500 kW capacity for common area power (pumps, lifts, lights)
  • DISCOM net metering approvals and bi-directional meter setup
Green Tech & Energy
PDF1.6 MB
EV Charging Infrastructure Installation SOP in Residential Societies
Central Electricity Authority (CEA) & Maharashtra DISCOM

Technical guidelines on dedicated EV load sanction, common busbar vs individual meter cabling, smart load balancers, and fire safety protocols in parking basements.

Key Highlights:
  • Cannot unreasonably deny NOC for EV charger installation on allocated parking
  • Smart dynamic load management to prevent transformer tripping
Government Circular
PDF2.8 MB
Maharashtra Fire Prevention & Life Safety Act - Annual Audit Manual
Directorate of Fire Services / Municipal Corporation

Bi-annual Form 'B' compliance certificate guidelines, wet riser inspection, fire pump automation, and mandatory resident evacuation drill regulations.

Key Highlights:
  • Mandatory submission of Form B in January & July each year
  • Licensed agency inspection protocols for pumps, valves & sprinklers
SOP & Checklists
DOCX1.1 MB
RWA Vendor Procurement & Tender Evaluation Framework
India Smart Society Research Cell

Standard Request for Proposal (RFP) templates, comparison matrix, and service level agreements (SLAs) for Security, Housekeeping, Lift AMC, and STP/WTP.

Key Highlights:
  • Comparative quote matrix with statutory wage compliance check
  • Penalty clauses for absenteeism and SLA breaches
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