HC rules real estate disputes under RERA non-arbitrable

The Bombay High Court ruled that real estate disputes under the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act (RERA) cannot be arbitrated. The court's decision comes after a dispute regarding the application of RERA provisions, which requires real estate issues to be handled by designated authorities rather than through arbitration. This ruling clarifies the legal framework for real estate disputes and reinforces the role of regulatory bodies in ensuring consumer protection. The decision is significant for the real estate sector, emphasizing the jurisdictional authority of RERA over arbitration clauses in real estate contracts.