What is the difference between RERA authority and RERA tribunal?

Novira

What is the difference between the RERA Authority and the RERA Appellate Tribunal, and how do their roles, powers, responsibilities, and functions differ when dealing with disputes between homebuyers, promoters, builders, and real estate agents under the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act? In which situations should a person approach the RERA Authority first, and when can an appeal be filed before the RERA Appellate Tribunal?

Omkaar

The main difference between the RERA Authority and the RERA Appellate Tribunal is their role in handling real estate disputes:

RERA Authority: This is the first-level body established under the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016. It regulates real estate projects and agents, handles complaints from homebuyers and other parties, and can issue orders against builders or developers for violations of RERA provisions.
RERA Appellate Tribunal: This is an appellate body. If a person is dissatisfied with an order passed by the RERA Authority or certain other competent authorities, they can appeal to the Tribunal. The Tribunal reviews the earlier decision and can uphold, modify, or set aside the order.

In simple terms: The RERA Authority deals with the original complaint, while the RERA Appellate Tribunal deals mainly with appeals against RERA orders.