► We have received possession 2 years before. Initially we paid advance maintenance payment. Now after 2 yrs builder asking for 2 yrs maintenance payment in advance. Building is still under builder control
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Jun 12, 2026
Dear Sir,
A builder cannot arbitrarily demand advance maintenance charges unless such a condition is specifically mentioned in the agreement for sale, maintenance agreement, or other binding documents signed by the flat owners. You should first carefully verify the clauses in your sale agreement regarding maintenance charges, advance deposits, and the builder’s rights during the period when the project remains under builder control.
Normally, builders collect maintenance charges either monthly, quarterly, yearly, or sometimes as an initial advance deposit at the time of possession.
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