Q1. Is builder registration under UK-RERA mandatory for all projects in Uttarakhand?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nYes. Any project exceeding 500 square metres of plot area or more than eight apartments must be registered with UK-RERA before any marketing, advertising, or booking. Selling without registration attracts penalties up to 10% of project cost and potential imprisonment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Q2. What is the escrow account rule for builders under RERA in Uttarakhand?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nBuilders must deposit a minimum of 70% of all amounts collected from buyers \u2014 including advances, installments, and premiums \u2014 into a designated escrow account. Withdrawals are permitted only proportionate to certified construction completion, verified by an engineer, architect, and CA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Q3. Can NRIs buy under-construction property in Uttarakhand and what rules apply?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nYes. NRIs can purchase residential and commercial property in India under general FEMA permission without RBI approval. However, agricultural land, plantation property, and farmhouses are restricted. Tax obligations including TDS deduction and capital gains reporting apply under the Income Tax Act.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Q4. What should a buyer do if a builder delays possession in Uttarakhand?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nFile a complaint with UK-RERA seeking either possession with compensation at 10.75% per annum on the amount paid, or a full refund with interest. Legal representation strengthens your complaint and ensures adherence to procedural requirements under the RERA adjudication process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Q5. Can a foreign company invest in real estate projects in Uttarakhand?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nForeign companies cannot directly purchase real estate in India. They may invest through an Indian subsidiary incorporated under the construction development sector with FDI compliance under FEMA. Company setup in India as a wholly owned subsidiary is the most structured route, subject to DPIIT and RBI approvals.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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