Though there are many property for sale in Bangalore, a buyer can move into their own apartment only after obtaining the Occupancy Certificate (OC). The OC is issued by the Bruhat Bangalore Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) and it is mandatory for all the properties for sale in Bangalore to hold OC without which it may lead to many legal proceedings.
Short procedure of OC generation
The Palike acquires the necessary information from the owner and the buyer highlighting that the construction has been completed. The builder is bound to fill the OC application form in order to get the certificate. Upon this, the builder must also submit a few documents that are listed by BBMP. The BBMP authorities will inspect those properties for sale in Bangalore city and will confirm it has been constructed according to the proposed norms and approval plan. In case, the deviations are up to almost 5 per cent from the proposed plan, then a fine will be charged depending upon the level of deviation. And, one the fees is paid, the occupancy certificate will be issued.
Checklist to get the Occupancy Certificate
1. Basement floor and ground floor must be used for parking purposes only.
2. Footpath in front of the apartment must be maintained properly.
3. Rainwater harvesting system must be implemented and maintained in good condition.
4. The builder of those properties for sale in Bangalore makes a security deposit. In case if there is any deviation from the approved plan, the builder has to pay penalty.
5. The owner should make arrangements, with consultation with BBMP Zonal Health Office, to dispose the organic and inorganic waste.
6. The builder/owner is not permitted to alter the structure without seeking permission from BBMP. If the structure is changed, BBMP has the right to damage or demolish the structure.
Short procedure of OC generation
The Palike acquires the necessary information from the owner and the buyer highlighting that the construction has been completed. The builder is bound to fill the OC application form in order to get the certificate. Upon this, the builder must also submit a few documents that are listed by BBMP. The BBMP authorities will inspect those properties for sale in Bangalore city and will confirm it has been constructed according to the proposed norms and approval plan. In case, the deviations are up to almost 5 per cent from the proposed plan, then a fine will be charged depending upon the level of deviation. And, one the fees is paid, the occupancy certificate will be issued.
Checklist to get the Occupancy Certificate
1. Basement floor and ground floor must be used for parking purposes only.
2. Footpath in front of the apartment must be maintained properly.
3. Rainwater harvesting system must be implemented and maintained in good condition.
4. The builder of those properties for sale in Bangalore makes a security deposit. In case if there is any deviation from the approved plan, the builder has to pay penalty.
5. The owner should make arrangements, with consultation with BBMP Zonal Health Office, to dispose the organic and inorganic waste.
6. The builder/owner is not permitted to alter the structure without seeking permission from BBMP. If the structure is changed, BBMP has the right to damage or demolish the structure.