Planning to build or buy an apartment? Learn the essential apartment norms, including RERA registration, building plan approval, legal checks, carpet vs built-up area, OC/CC, and more. This must-read guide helps builders stay compliant and empowers customers to make safe property decisions. Perfect for first-time buyers and real estate professionals in India.

🏢 Apartment Norms: Must-Know Guide for Builders & Buyers
👷♂️ For Builders:
- RERA Registration: Mandatory for projects over 500 sq.m or 8 units.
- Building Plan Approval: Take permission from municipal authorities.
- Land Title & EC: Ensure clear title and encumbrance-free property.
- Setback Rules: Maintain proper building-to-boundary distance.
- FAR Compliance: Stick to allowed Floor Area Ratio.
- Fire NOC: Install extinguishers, alarms, and exits.
- Parking Allocation: 1 covered + visitor parking required.
- Rainwater & STP: Mandatory environmental compliance.
- OC & CC: Get occupancy and completion certificates before possession.
- Lift & Safety: Provide elevator license, backup, CCTV, etc.
👨💼 For Customers:
- Check RERA ID: Verify project on RERA Portal.
- Carpet vs Built-up: Know what you’re paying for – actual usable space.
- Builder’s Track Record: Check reviews & past delivery timelines.
- Agreement Review: Verify sale terms, payment schedule, and penalty clauses.
- Loan-Approved Project: Ensure banks approve it before applying.
- Legal Verification: Check land title, NOC, and EC with a lawyer.
- Construction-Linked Payment: Safer than lump-sum payment.
- Extra Charges: GST, Stamp Duty, Registration – calculate them!
- Maintenance Fees: Know what you’ll pay monthly/yearly post-handover.
- Post-Possession Services: Warranty, corpus fund, and society handover process.
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