Legal Process & Documents Required for Land Acquisition in Maharashtra
- greenvironics
- Jul 18
- 2 min read
Understanding Land Acquisition in Maharashtra
Land acquisition refers to the process by which government or private entities acquire land for public purpose or commercial development. In Maharashtra, this process is governed by:
The Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013 (LARR Act)
Maharashtra Land Revenue Code, 1966
Forest Conservation Act, 1980 (if applicable)
Relevant local urban planning and zoning laws
Legal Process for Land Acquisition
1. Preliminary Feasibility and Land Identification
Identify suitable land based on project scope and land use policies.
Conduct preliminary surveys and zoning checks.
2. Verification of Title and Ownership
Verify land records through the local Tehsil or Talathi office.
Conduct a Title Search Report (TSR) for ownership and encumbrances.
3. Issue of Notification under Section 11 (LARR Act)
District Collector issues a public notice for land acquisition.
The notification mentions the purpose, affected survey numbers, and objection timeline.
4. Objections and Hearings
Landowners may raise objections within 60 days.
Authorities must conduct a fair hearing before proceeding.
5. Social Impact Assessment (SIA)
For large-scale projects, SIA is mandatory.
Conducted by an independent agency and approved by the state.
6. Declaration of Intended Acquisition (Section 19)
If objections are cleared, a declaration is issued.
It legally confirms government's intention to acquire the land.
7. Compensation and Consent
Valuation is done based on circle rate, market value, and multipliers.
Landowners are compensated monetarily or through land-for-land exchanges.
8. Possession and Handover
Once compensation is paid, possession is taken officially.
Mutation of land records is completed in favor of the acquiring authority or buyer.
Documents Required for Land Acquisition in Maharashtra
Here's a checklist of key documents needed during the process:
For the Landowner:
7/12 Extract (Saat Baara Utara)
Property Card
Sale Deed or Title Document
Mutation Entry Record
Encumbrance Certificate (EC)
Aadhaar Card / PAN Card
No Objection Certificates (if joint ownership)
Agricultural Land Certificate (if applicable)
For the Buyer / Acquiring Authority:
Project Report / DPR
Board Resolution (for private entities)
Power of Attorney (if applicable)
Company PAN / GST details
Identity & Address Proof of Authorized Signatory
Legal Due Diligence Report
Environmental / Forest Clearances (if applicable)
MoU or Consent Deed (if negotiated purchase)
Special Considerations in Maharashtra
Use Mahabhulekh (https://bhulekh.mahabhumi.gov.in/) to verify land records.
For tribal or forest land, special permissions under PESA Act and FRA Act may be required.
Land falling under urban planning authorities (e.g. CIDCO, MMRDA, PMRDA) will require additional clearance.
Common Challenges
Incomplete land records or unregistered sale deeds
Multiple claimants or disputed titles
Delay in government approvals or clearances
Objections from villagers or local panchayats
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