# RERA Landmark Case: Hindustan Construction Company Limited vs Union of India (2019)

In a pivotal judgment, the Bombay High Court upheld the constitutional validity of the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 (RERA).

Key points:

1. Constitutional Validity: RERA's provisions were deemed neither arbitrary nor unreasonable.

2. Retrospective Application: The court affirmed RERA's application to ongoing projects, prioritizing homebuyer protection.

3. RERA Authorities' Powers: Upheld as necessary for effective implementation, not excessive or arbitrary.

4. Penalties: Judged as proportionate and reasonable, serving as a deterrent against violations.

5. Balancing Interests: RERA aims to balance stakeholder interests while protecting consumers.

6. Precedent Setting: This judgment solidified RERA's legal foundation and set a precedent for future challenges.

This ruling played a crucial role in establishing RERA as a comprehensive, constitutionally valid legislation aimed at regulating real estate and protecting homebuyers' interests.

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