Delivering a stern warning to real estate builders across the country, the Supreme Court has made it clear that promises outlined in project brochures cannot be dismissed as mere marketing gimmicks. The top court ruled that developers are legally bound to construct and deliver residential projects in exact accordance with the plans, layouts, and assurances presented to home buyers. The bench emphasized that altering approved plans without buyers' consent is an unacceptable practice.
Gurugram Project Under Scrutiny
The severe observations from the court came during the hearing of a petition concerning serious irregularities in 'The Primus', a residential project developed by DLF Home Developers in Gurugram. According to the original project layout offered to buyers, a 24-meter wide road was promised within the complex. However, actual physical inspection revealed that a substantial portion of this promised road was completely missing on the ground. Expressing strong disapproval of such arbitrary modifications in site maps and facilities, the court categorized these actions as a breach of trust against buyers.
Court Issues Deadline for Compliance
Highlighting the gravity of the deviation, the Supreme Court noted that the omission of the road was not a minor change but a significant and substantial modification of the project specifications. The court issued an ultimatum to the developer, warning that if the residential project is not aligned strictly with the original brochure commitments before the next hearing, the bench will proceed to issue appropriate binding orders against the builder.
