After decade-long demand, government presents draft Apartment bill
The Karnataka government has introduced the Apartment (Ownership and Management) Bill, 2026, to modernize regulations for apartment complexes. The bill aims to consolidate two outdated laws, improve dispute resolution, and clarify ownership rights regarding land and common areas.
Why it matters
This legislation addresses long-standing legal ambiguities in the real estate sector, potentially reducing litigation for thousands of apartment owners.
The Karnataka government has proposed a comprehensive overhaul of the legal framework governing apartments in the State by introducing the Karnataka Apartment (Ownership and Management) Bill, 2026, which seeks to repeal two five-decade-old laws and bring apartment ownership, management, and redevelopment under a single piece of legislation. The bill will be tabled in the upcoming monsoon session starting from August 6.
The article objectively summarizes the provisions and stated goals of the proposed legislation.
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