Disputes over property transfers, unauthorised alterations and the rights of legal heirs continue to be common concerns in a cooperative housing society (CHS/the Society). This week’s questions highlight three such issues: the procedure for transferring a flat purchased through an auction when the Society is under an administrator, the steps required to remove a deceased joint owner’s name from the share certificate, and the action that can be taken when a flat owner carries out construction without the necessary approvals. Each situation illustrates the importance of following the procedures laid down in the co-operative bye-laws and municipal regulations, as well as understanding the limits of a society’s authority.

Each of these problems stems from a mix of misunderstanding and n

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