Can a residential society place such restrictions? Is it legal?
A girl was looking for a rental flat in the Baner area of Pune. She had clearly informed the broker that the society she would be living in should not have any restrictions on guests coming and going. The broker assured her that there would be no such issues.
Based on that assurance, she rented the flat and spent around ₹1.25 lakh on rent, security deposit, brokerage, and shifting her belongings. After moving into the new home, she also hosted a housewarming gathering where some of her friends visited.
According to the girl, on the very same day, members of the society objected and informed her that there was a restriction on male guests visiting female bachelors.
She pointed out that the broker had never disclosed this rule while showing or renting out the flat, despite her making it clear from the beginning that having no guest restrictions was her primary condition.
As a result, she is now forced to look for another home. This has caused her significant financial loss as well as considerable mental stress.
It is the responsibility of brokers to clearly communicate all society rules and restrictions to prospective tenants. Unfortunately, some brokers misrepresent facts solely to earn their commission, leaving tenants trapped in difficult situations. People should be cautious and stay away from such brokers.