Compulsory checks

Other checks

Legal

Sale deed of the vendor of the flat.

Clear & marketable title of the project.

Sanctioned plan.

Encumbrance certificate for the past 13 years.

Upto-date tax paid receipts.

Valuation of the property from a registered valuer.

Register the property.

Check plinth area of the apartment.

Check carpet area of the apartment.

Ensure that the price being paid for the flat, including the common service area is reasonable.

Location

Check for proper approach roads.

Check for electricity connections.

Whether municipal water connections are present.

Whether well laid out drainage, sewerage and garbage disposal arrangements.

Pollution due to industries etc in the area.

Check for developmental activities of the area.

Public transport facilities in the area.

Check for educational institutions, hospitals, shopping avenues nearby , green belts & rain water drainage.

Approvals

Check if necessary approvals from city corporation, Area Development Authorities, Electricity Boards, Water Supply & Sewerage Boards, Airport Area Authorities have been obtained.

Amenities

Whether drinking water is available.

Check for natural lighting, ventilation, water connection & sanitary connection.

Others

Check for the condition of the building and its future life expectancy.