Reasonable Period To Offer Possession Is Three Years If Not Specified In Agreement: NCDRC

In a recent case before the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, Justice Ram Surat Maurya presiding, Purearth Infrastructure was held liable for deficient service due to delayed possession of a flat. The complainant had booked a flat with promises of modern amenities and possession within three years, paying Rs. 6,16,6303 out of Rs. 6,45,1500. Despite repeated requests, the builder failed to provide a copy of the agreement and delayed possession, demanding further payments. The commission noted the absence of a possession date in the agreement, ruling in favor of the complainant citing previous Supreme Court judgments. Purearth Infrastructure was directed to issue a fresh offer of possession and compensate with 6% interest on the deposited amount. The commission partly allowed the complaint with costs of Rs. 50,000.