MAHARASHTRA CO-OPERATIVE SOCIETIES ACT 1960 • CHAPTER XIII-B READY

Housing Society Legal Formats, Notices & Indemnity Bonds

Verified statutory templates for Section 154B-29 (formerly Section 101) dues recovery, ₹500 Indemnity Bonds (Form 18 Duplicate Share, Renovation, Flat Transmission), Bank NOCs, and Bye-Law 174 dispute complaints. Preview, customize, and copy in 1 click.

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Statutory Dues Recovery Procedure (Maharashtra CHS)

Mandatory 5-stage legal pipeline under Section 154B-29 of MCS Act 1960 and Model Bye-Law No. 65

100% Civil Court Decree Power
1
3 Monthly Reminders
Issue normal monthly bills with simple interest up to 21% p.a. as per approved bye-laws.
2
21-Day Statutory Notice
Serve formal demand notice by Registered Post AD / Speed Post with complete bill ledger breakdown.
3
Committee Resolution
Pass Managing Committee resolution in minute book authorizing Chairman / Secretary to file application.
4
Form 'U' to Registrar
Submit formal recovery petition with verification affidavit & prescribed court fee to Deputy Registrar.
5
Recovery Certificate
Registrar conducts summary hearing and issues Recovery Certificate executable as Civil Court decree.

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Dues Recovery Regd. Post AD / Hand

Statutory 21-Day Demand Notice under Section 154B-29 / 101

थकबाकी वसुलीसाठी २१ दिवसांची वैधानिक मागणी नोटीस
Section 154B-29 of MCS Act 1960 & Model Bye-Law No. 65

Mandatory statutory demand notice served to defaulting member prior to submitting recovery application to Deputy Registrar. Gives clear 21 days for clearance of outstanding dues with interest.

Mandatory Attachments:
  • Detailed flat billing ledger & breakdown
  • Calculation sheet of interest @ 21% p.a.
  • Registered Post AD postal receipt & tracking
Dues Recovery Society Minute Book

Managing Committee Resolution for Section 154B-29 Filing

व्यवस्थापक समिती ठराव - निबंधकांकडे वसुली अर्ज दाखल करणे
Section 154B-29(1) of MCS Act 1960 & Rule 107B

Formal committee resolution passed after expiry of the 21-day notice period, authorizing the Chairman or Secretary to file the recovery application, appoint legal counsel, and sign affidavits.

Mandatory Attachments:
  • Certified true copy signed by Secretary & Chairman
  • Attendance sheet of committee meeting
Dues Recovery Prescribed Court Fee

Application for Recovery Certificate (Form 'U' / Sec 154B-29)

वसुली दाखल्यासाठी निबंधकांकडे अधिकृत अर्ज (फॉर्म 'U')
Section 154B-29 of MCS Act 1960 & MCS Rules

Official application addressed to the Assistant/Deputy Registrar of Co-operative Societies praying for the issuance of a Recovery Certificate for recovery of maintenance charges with costs.

Mandatory Attachments:
  • Copy of 21-Day Notice and Postal AD cards
  • Extract of Committee Resolution
  • Member Ledger Statement duly audited
Dues Recovery ₹100 Stamp / Notarized

Verification Affidavit by Secretary / Chairman for Recovery

सत्यप्रतिज्ञापत्र - व्यवस्थापक समिती पदाधिकारी (वसुली अर्जासोबत)
Section 154B-29 & Code of Civil Procedure 1908

Mandatory sworn affidavit affirming that the outstanding statement of accounts, bills, and notice dispatch proofs are genuine and that no payments have been suppressed.

Mandatory Attachments:
  • Notary public attestation & seal
  • ID proof of verifying office-bearer
Indemnity Bond ₹500 Stamp Paper

Indemnity Bond for Duplicate Share Certificate (Form 18)

दुय्यम भाग प्रमाणपत्रासाठी हमीपत्र (परिशिष्ट १८ - ₹५०० स्टॅम्प)
Model Bye-Law No. 24 & Appendix 18 (2014 / 2019)

Statutory ₹500 non-judicial stamp paper indemnity bond submitted by a member when original share certificate is lost, misplaced, or damaged, indemnifying the society against future claims.

Mandatory Attachments:
  • Police complaint / lost property NC copy
  • Public Notice paper cut in local newspaper
  • Two independent witnesses signatures
Indemnity Bond ₹500 Stamp Paper

Flat Renovation & Interior Modification Indemnity Bond

फ्लॅट अंतर्गत नूतनीकरण व सुरक्षितता हमीपत्र (₹५०० स्टॅम्प)
Model Bye-Law No. 48 & 160 (Structural Safety Undertaking)

Comprehensive legal undertaking on ₹500 stamp paper ensuring that internal renovations will not damage load-bearing columns/beams, work will adhere to noise hours (10 AM - 6 PM), and debris will be cleared.

Mandatory Attachments:
  • Structural Engineer stability certificate (if applicable)
  • Architect's internal modification floor plan
  • Refundable renovation security deposit cheque
Indemnity Bond ₹500 Stamp Paper

Transmission of Shares Indemnity Bond (Form 17 / Appendix 17)

वारसा हक्काने भाग हस्तांतरणासाठी हमीपत्र (परिशिष्ट १७)
Model Bye-Law No. 34 & Appendix 17

Bond executed by nominee or legal heirs requesting transfer of flat shares upon the demise of original member without succession certificate or probate, protecting the society against rival heirs.

Mandatory Attachments:
  • Original death certificate of deceased member
  • Family tree / heirship affidavit
  • No Objection Affidavits from other legal heirs
Society NOC Society Letterhead

Society NOC for Bank Home Loan / Mortgage Lien

बँक गृहकर्ज / गहाण खतासाठी नाहरकत प्रमाणपत्र (NOC)
Model Bye-Law No. 38(b) & Banking Regulation Act

Prescribed bank NOC confirming flat ownership, built-up/carpet area, zero maintenance arrears, share certificate status, and recording the bank's mortgage lien in the Register of Members.

Mandatory Attachments:
  • Signed by Chairman & Secretary with Society Seal
  • Bank loan application / sanction letter copy
  • Up-to-date maintenance receipt
Society NOC Society Letterhead

Society NOC for Flat Resale & Transfer (₹25k Cap Compliant)

फ्लॅट विक्री व पुनर्विक्री नाहरकत दाखला (कमाल ₹२५,००० मर्यादा)
Govt. of Maharashtra Notification & Bye-Law No. 38

NOC confirming that the society has no objection to the transfer of the flat, certifying zero arrears, and strictly enforcing the statutory ₹25,000 maximum transfer premium ceiling.

Mandatory Attachments:
  • Draft Agreement for Sale / Registered Agreement
  • Form 20(1) Notice of Transfer by Seller
  • Payment of ₹100 entrance fee + ₹25,000 premium max
Society NOC Society Letterhead

Society NOC for Leave & License / Tenant Police Verification

भाडेकरू पोलीस व्हेरिफिकेशन व भाडे करार नाहरकत दाखला
Model Bye-Law No. 43(b) & Police Commissioner Circulars

Formal society intimation acknowledging tenancy under registered Leave & License agreement, confirming non-objection for local police station verification and resident registration.

Mandatory Attachments:
  • Registered Leave & License Agreement copy
  • Tenant Police Verification acknowledgement receipt
  • Appendix 11 Nominal Membership form + ₹100 fee
Society NOC Letterhead

NOC for Electricity Meter Transfer (MSEDCL / Adani / Tata / BEST)

वीज मीटर नावावर करणे / नवीन कनेक्शन नाहरकत प्रमाणपत्र
Electricity Distribution Regulations & Bye-Law 67

NOC confirming that the society has no objection to changing the consumer name on the electricity meter to the new flat purchaser, verifying no outstanding common dues.

Mandatory Attachments:
  • Registered sale deed index-II
  • Latest paid electricity bill copy
Society NOC Letterhead

NOC for Piped Natural Gas (PNG) Connection (MGL / MNGL)

पाईप गॅस जोडणीसाठी सोसायटी नाहरकत दाखला (MGL / MNGL)
Petroleum & Natural Gas Regulatory Board Safety Guidelines

Permission letter permitting the city gas distribution company to lay external riser pipelines and provide meter connections to member flats without compromising building facade safety.

Mandatory Attachments:
  • Riser routing plan & safety commitment
  • Member flat ownership document
Grievance / Dispute Formal Complaint

Member Complaint for Water Leakage / Seepage (Bye-Law 174)

फ्लॅट पाणी गळती तक्रार अर्ज (उपविधी १७४ व १६० अंतर्गत)
Model Bye-Law No. 160 (Repair Cost Sharing) & Bye-Law 174

Formal complaint letter to Managing Committee regarding internal bathroom/terrace water leakage causing ceiling and wall damage in lower flat, demanding joint inspection within 15 days.

Mandatory Attachments:
  • Photographs of ceiling/wall seepage damage
  • Date-stamped joint inspection request
Grievance / Dispute Deputy Registrar

Escalation Complaint to Deputy Registrar (Bye-Law 175)

उपनिबंधकांकडे दाद मागण्याचा अर्ज (उपविधी १७५ अंतर्गत)
Section 77A / 78 of MCS Act & Model Bye-Law No. 175

Statutory escalation petition filed before Assistant/Deputy Registrar when Managing Committee fails to decide member grievance within 15 days, refuses share certificates, or denies inspection of accounts.

Mandatory Attachments:
  • Copy of original complaint to society with delivery proof
  • 15-day expiry certificate / non-redressal proof
Flat Resale 15-Day Notice

Notice of Intention to Transfer Shares (Form 20(1) / App. 20)

शेअर्स व फ्लॅट हस्तांतरणाची पूर्वसूचना (परिशिष्ट २०(१))
Model Bye-Law No. 38(a) & Appendix 20(1)

Mandatory 15-day prior notice submitted by flat owner to the society declaring intention to sell/transfer shares and property interest to the designated purchaser along with sale consideration.

Mandatory Attachments:
  • Copy of Share Certificate
  • Proposed purchaser details & consent letter
Flat Resale Purchaser Form

Undertaking & Consent by Transferee (Form 20(2) / App. 20)

खरेदीदाराचे संमतीपत्र व हमीपत्र (परिशिष्ट २०(२))
Model Bye-Law No. 38(b) & Appendix 20(2)

Prescribed declaration submitted by the flat purchaser agreeing to accept shares, abide by society bye-laws, pay regular monthly charges, and pay the statutory transfer fees.

Mandatory Attachments:
  • Purchaser PAN Card & Aadhaar Card
  • Registered agreement for sale copy
  • Entrance fee ₹100 cheque

Section 101 vs. Section 154B-29: Legal Differences

Understand the pivotal distinction under the 2019 Maharashtra Housing Society Amendments (Chapter XIII-B).

Parameter Section 101 (General Co-operatives) Section 154B-29 (Housing Societies Only)
Applicable Entity Urban banks, credit societies, marketing cooperatives, dairy societies. Exclusively for Co-operative Housing Societies (CHS).
Governing Chapter Chapter X of MCS Act 1960. Chapter XIII-B (Sections 154B-1 to 154B-31 inserted specifically for CHS).
Statutory Notice Period As decided by general rules (often 15 to 30 days). Mandatory 21 days written demand notice under Bye-Law 65.
Nature of Order Recovery Certificate issued by Registrar. Recovery Certificate operates with Power of Civil Court Decree.
Execution Mechanism Through Special Recovery Officer (Rule 107). Attachment and sale of movable/immovable flat property under Rule 107B.
Appeal Deposit Condition 50% pre-deposit mandatory before Divisional Joint Registrar. 50% deposit mandatory under Section 154B-30 before revision hearing.

Maharashtra Stamp Act Requirements for Housing Society Documents

Statutory non-judicial stamp duty and franking rates as per Maharashtra Stamp Act (Schedule I, Article 35):

₹500 Stamp
Form 18 Duplicate Share Bond
Non-judicial stamp paper in name of member, witnessed by 2 persons, notarization strongly advised.
₹500 Stamp
Flat Renovation Undertaking
Undertaking for structural safety, no tampering with RCC columns/beams, and debris clearance.
₹500 Stamp
Form 17 Heir Transmission Bond
Required when transmitting shares to nominee or legal heirs without court succession certificate.
Nil (Letterhead)
Bank Home Loan & Sale NOCs
Executed on official society letterhead with full signatures of Chairman and Secretary & official society seal.

Frequently Asked Legal Questions

Authoritative answers backed by Maharashtra Co-operative Societies Act 1960 and 2019/2026 Model Bye-Laws.

1. What is the difference between Section 101 and Section 154B-29 for dues recovery in Maharashtra?
With the introduction of Chapter XIII-B in the Maharashtra Co-operative Societies Act 1960 (specifically enacted for Co-operative Housing Societies), Section 154B-29 now governs the summary recovery of society maintenance arrears, replacing Section 101 for CHS. Under Section 154B-29, after issuing a mandatory 21-day statutory notice and passing a committee resolution, the society applies to the Assistant/Deputy Registrar. The Recovery Certificate issued operates with the power of a Civil Court decree for attachment and auction.
2. What stamp paper value is mandatory for Housing Society Indemnity Bonds in Maharashtra?
Under Article 35 of the Maharashtra Stamp Act, Indemnity Bonds submitted to a housing society (such as Form 18 for duplicate share certificates, Form 17 for property transmission without succession certificate, and flat renovation undertakings) must be executed on minimum ₹500 non-judicial stamp paper, signed in the presence of two witnesses, and preferably notarized.
3. Can a housing society charge more than ₹25,000 for a Flat Transfer NOC or premium?
No, absolutely not. Under Maharashtra Government Notification and Model Bye-Law No. 38, no housing society can charge more than ₹25,000 as transfer premium or voluntary donation for issuing an NOC or transferring shares. Demanding or accepting more than ₹25,000 is an offence under Section 154B-27 of the MCS Act punishable with fines.
4. What is the mandatory 21-day notice period before filing a recovery application?
Under Bye-Law No. 65 and Section 154B-29, before applying to the Registrar, the society must serve a written 21-day statutory notice detailing principal arrears, bill breakups, and simple interest (up to 21% p.a. as per bye-laws). The notice must be served via Registered Post AD or Speed Post, or hand-delivered with an official acknowledgement receipt.
5. Is a Society NOC mandatory for flat sale or bank home loans in Maharashtra?
For registration of sale deeds, government circulars have relaxed the NOC requirement provided dues are clear. However, all scheduled banks, NBFCs, and financial institutions compulsorily mandate a Society NOC in their tripartite format to verify clear title, share certificate allocation, and zero outstanding society dues before disbursing mortgage loans.
6. What is the legal procedure to resolve internal member disputes like water leakage or parking?
Under Model Bye-Law No. 174, a member must first submit a written complaint to the Managing Committee. The committee is bound to take a decision within 15 days. If the committee fails to resolve the issue, the aggrieved member can escalate the matter under Bye-Law 175 to the Deputy Registrar, or file a dispute before the Co-operative Court under Section 91 for injunctions and damages.

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