Society Handover & NOC Checklist
What the managing committee must collect from the builder. 9 categories, 65+ checkpoints — legal docs, drawings, utilities, STP/WTP, fire safety, finances, warranties.
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Handover Details
Legal & Ownership Documents
Occupancy Certificate (OC) — full building
Complete OC (not partial) for every tower
OC mentions full built-up area
Copy with municipal seal received
Completion Certificate (CC)
Original CC for the project
Mentions all common facilities
Deed of conveyance
Title of land transferred to society
Registered at sub-registrar
Stamp duty paid by builder
Timeline — within 3 months of 51% flats sold (Maharashtra)
Sanctioned building plan (as-built)
Latest approved plan including any revisions
CAD files / PDFs shared
Deviations clearly flagged
Commencement and sanction letters
Building permission
Revalidation letters if applicable
Plinth checking certificate
Khata / mutation — society name
Khata transferred to society after conveyance
Property tax paid up-to-date
RWA / Society registration
Registered under state Co-op / Apartment Ownership Act
Registration certificate received
Managing committee elected
Bye-laws / Deed of Declaration
Model bye-laws adopted
Deed of Declaration registered (if apartment ownership state)
Copy to each owner
Drawings & As-Built Records
Architectural drawings
Floor plans of each level
Section drawings
Elevations
As-built version (not just original)
Structural drawings
Framing plans and beam/column schedules
Reinforcement details
Structural engineer stamp
Plumbing drawings
Water supply layout
Drainage layout
STP connection schematic
Valves and shut-off locations marked
Electrical drawings
Single-line diagram of main DB
Load calculation
Earth pit locations
DG and panel schematic
HVAC and fire drawings
Fire hydrant, sprinkler, detector layout
Fire NOC drawings
Smoke extraction system layout (basement)
Common Areas
Lobby, corridors, staircases
Finishes complete
Lighting functional
Signage installed
Handrails fixed
Terrace
Accessible as per rules
Waterproofing done
Parapet ≥ 1000mm
Lightning arrester installed
Basements / parking
Ventilation functional
Marking of slots complete
Ramps non-slip
Drainage and sump pump operational
Clubhouse
All promised facilities installed
AC, furniture, fittings listed in inventory
Operation manuals handed over
Swimming pool
Filtration plant operational
Lifeguard kit / safety equipment
Pool pump room accessible
AMC contacts handed over
Gym / indoor games
Equipment list matches brochure
Warranties handed over
AMC providers listed
Landscaping & irrigation
Plants and trees complete
Irrigation system operational
Garden maintenance contract info
Play area / open space
Equipment installed safely
Rubber mat / safe flooring
Shade provision where planned
Utilities & Services
Water connection
Municipal meter in society name
Tanker water history disclosed
Supply timings and pressure documented
Distribution pump schematic
Electrical connection
HT connection in society name
Transformer capacity disclosed
DG capacity and fuel tank details
Electrical safety certificate
Gas pipeline
Piped gas live or meter info disclosed
Shut-off valve locations marked
MAHANAGAR / IGL / GAIL contact for the project
Internet / cable / DTH
Operator contacts given
Infrastructure (ducts, ISP rooms) handed over
Structured cabling schematic
Solid waste management
Dry and wet waste collection in place
Composting unit (if any) handed over
Vendor contract info
E-waste / hazardous waste
Disposal contract or collection point identified
STP / WTP / Borewell
Sewage Treatment Plant (STP)
Operational — not just installed
Consent to operate from Pollution Control Board
Treated water reuse (flush, garden) piped
3-month performance log
Water Treatment Plant (WTP)
Filters and UV/RO operational
Water quality report (TDS, hardness)
AMC contact
Borewell
Depth and yield disclosed
Geologist / CGWB permission
Pumps operational
Recharge pit / recharge structure
Rainwater harvesting
Rooftop catchment functional
First-flush diverter
Recharge pit accessible
Certificate from municipality
Underground sump & overhead tanks
Capacity in litres documented
Cleaning schedule log
No algae, insects inside
Access hatches sealed
Pump schedules and AMC
List of all pumps (booster, submersible, flushing)
Spares available
AMC contact numbers
Fire & Safety
Fire NOC — occupancy
Final fire NOC received
Annual renewal responsibility clarified
Fire safety plan on each floor
Hydrants & sprinklers
Pressure test certificate
All hose reels stocked
Sprinkler heads not painted over
Fire detection system
Smoke / heat detector coverage
Panel working — no faults
Addressable vs conventional info
Emergency lighting & exit signs
Operational on DG backup
Exit signs glow in dark / backup lit
Stairwell pressurisation working
Fire extinguishers
Type appropriate (ABC / CO2 / water)
Dated within service period
Servicing vendor info
Lightning arrester
Installed at tallest point
Earth connection independent
Resistance test certificate
Access, Security & Automation
CCTV system
Camera count matches design
Recording storage and retention period documented
Admin credentials handed over
AMC contact
Intercom / video door phone
Working in every flat
Programming manual
Spares availability
Boom barriers / RFID / access control
Operational
Admin panel credentials handed over
Vendor contract
Lifts
Licence from lift inspector
AMC with OEM / authorised vendor
Rescue device functional
Operation and maintenance logbook
Building Management System (BMS)
Dashboard access handed over
Sensor list
Vendor training conducted
Finance & Maintenance
Corpus fund
Amount disclosed as per sale agreement
Transferred to society account
Interest accrued disclosed
Advance maintenance
Period covered by advance disclosed
Balance after period calculated
Return of unused portion
Utility deposits
Electricity, water, gas deposits transferred to society name
Receipts provided
Audited accounts
Income and expenditure from day one
Audit report by CA
Balance sheet on handover date
Vendor contracts (open)
List of active AMCs (lift, STP, DG, clubhouse)
Renewal dates
Assignment to society
Outstanding statutory dues
Nil confirmation for property tax, water, electricity, GST
Written declaration from builder
Warranties & AMCs
Structural warranty
5-year defect liability under RERA
Written acknowledgement
Point of contact for claims
Waterproofing warranty
Minimum 5 years on terrace
Applicator details documented
Equipment warranties
Lifts, pumps, STP, DG, gym equipment
Original cards / invoices
Service schedule documented
Operation & maintenance manuals
Compiled set for every major system
Digital + physical copy
Training video / session if needed
Spare parts inventory
Critical spares for STP, DG, pumps, lifts
Stored in facility office
Inventory list signed over
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