Mumbai Deemed Conveyance
Complete Your Society's Ownership of the Buildings and Land
Overview
Deemed Conveyance is a legal mechanism that enables a cooperative housing society in Mumbai to obtain official ownership of the land and building when the developer has not executed a conveyance deed. It formally transfers the title to the society, unlockingfull ownership rights. Deemed Conveyance is essential to complete the ownership chain—allowing societies to manage redevelopment, access approvals, protect members interests, and operate with clarity and confidence.
Landeed simplifies the entire process—from documentation to submission to the final deed—so your society can own what you have already paid for.
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What is deemed conveyance in Mumbai?
Deemed Conveyance is a government-approved transfer of property title from the developer to the housing society when a regular conveyance deed was not provided. It legally establishes the society as the rightful owner of the land and building.
Who is eligible to apply?
Any registered cooperative housing society in Mumbai whose developer has not executed a conveyance deed. Eligibility applies even if the developer is untraceable, uncooperative, or has wound up operations.
Why do Mumbai societies need Deemed Conveyance?
Many older and even newer societies were formed without receiving a conveyance deed from the builder. Deemed Conveyance completes the ownership process and enables the society to function with full legal authority.
What documents do I need?
Your society registration certificate, share certificates of members, building plan approvals, society's title search report, NOCs from relevant authorities, and member consent resolution. Landeed provides a complete checklist and assists with document preparation.
Does the developer need to cooperate?
No. Deemed conveyance is designed precisely for cases where developers are absent or uncooperative. The competent authority can issue the deed without developer consent if all legal conditions are met.
What are the costs involved?
You'll pay stamp duty (calculated at 3% of the ready reckoner rate for the land), registration fees, and professional charges for documentation and legal support. Landeed offers transparent pricing with no hidden fees.
Is Deemed Conveyance applicable only in Mumbai?
It applies across Maharashtra, but it is especially common in Mumbai due to the city's cooperative housing structure and legacy developments.
What does a society gain after Deemed Conveyance in Mumbai?
Once granted, the society gains clear title—making processes like redevelopment, additional construction approvals, financing, and legal representation smoother and more straightforward.
Can individual flat owners apply for Deemed Conveyance in Mumbai?
No. Deemed Conveyance is applied for by the cooperative housing society on behalf of all its members.
Is Deemed Conveyance legally valid?
Yes. It is issued under Maharashtra law and has the same legal standing as a registered conveyance deed.
How does Landeed help with Deemed Conveyance?
Landeed simplifies the entire process—from document verification to application coordination—so societies can move forward with clarity, accuracy, and confidence.
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Mumbai Deemed Conveyance
Transfer of property title from the developer to the housing society
- Complete your society's ownership with a guided, end-to-end Deemed Conveyance process
- Authority-led application under Maharashtra law
- Document verification and structuring
- Clear timelines and assisted coordination
- Built for Mumbai housing societies
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