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Maharashtra Co-operative Housing Society - Act Sections, Bye-laws & Legal Resources
The Maharashtra Co-operative Societies Act, 1960
- Authority
- Law and Judiciary Department, Government of Maharashtra
- Version
- Text as on 6 June 2025 · English
- Status
- Reference version
- Verified
- 18 Sep 2026
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General Provisions
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to general provisions.
Definitions
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to definitions.
Registration of Society
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to registration of society.
Objects of Society
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to objects of society.
Membership
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to membership.
Eligibility for Membership
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to eligibility for membership.
Admission of Members
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to admission of members.
Associate Members
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to associate members.
Joint Members
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to joint members.
Nominal / Sympathizer Members
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to nominal / sympathizer members.
Rights of Members
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to rights of members.
Duties and Responsibilities of Members
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to duties and responsibilities of members.
Nomination
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to nomination.
Transfer of Shares
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to transfer of shares.
Transfer of Flat / Tenement
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to transfer of flat / tenement.
Sale / Purchase of Flat
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to sale / purchase of flat.
Gift / Transfer
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to gift / transfer.
Death of Member
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to death of member.
Membership Disputes
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to membership disputes.
Share Certificate
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to share certificate.
Society Funds
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to society funds.
Maintenance Charges
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to maintenance charges.
Service Charges
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to service charges.
Property Tax
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to property tax.
Water Charges
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to water charges.
Repairs and Maintenance
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to repairs and maintenance.
Structural Repairs
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to structural repairs.
Internal Repairs
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to internal repairs.
Major Repairs
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to major repairs.
Sinking Fund
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to sinking fund.
Repair Fund
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to repair fund.
Reserve Fund
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to reserve fund.
Education / Training Fund
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to education / training fund.
Parking
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to parking.
Parking Allocation
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to parking allocation.
Use of Common Areas
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to use of common areas.
Use of Society Premises
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to use of society premises.
Nuisance / Misuse
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to nuisance / misuse.
Alterations / Structural Changes
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to alterations / structural changes.
Pets / Animals
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to pets / animals.
Tenants / Leave & License
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to tenants / leave & license.
Subletting
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to subletting.
Commercial Use
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to commercial use.
Managing Committee
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to managing committee.
Committee Members
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to committee members.
Committee Powers
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to committee powers.
Committee Duties
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to committee duties.
Committee Meetings
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to committee meetings.
Office Bearers
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to office bearers.
Chairman
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to chairman.
Secretary
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to secretary.
Treasurer
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to treasurer.
General Body
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to general body.
Annual General Meeting
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to annual general meeting.
Special General Body Meeting
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to special general body meeting.
Notice of Meetings
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to notice of meetings.
Quorum
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to quorum.
Voting
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to voting.
Resolutions
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to resolutions.
Minutes
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to minutes.
Elections
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to elections.
Election of Committee
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to election of committee.
Casual Vacancies
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to casual vacancies.
Disqualification
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to disqualification.
Audit
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to audit.
Accounts
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to accounts.
Registers and Records
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to registers and records.
Inspection of Records
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to inspection of records.
Statutory Compliance
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to statutory compliance.
Complaints
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to complaints.
Disputes
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to disputes.
Recovery of Dues
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to recovery of dues.
Interest / Penalty
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to interest / penalty.
Legal Proceedings
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to legal proceedings.
Redevelopment
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to redevelopment.
Conveyance
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to conveyance.
Deemed Conveyance
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to deemed conveyance.
Building Repairs / Reconstruction
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to building repairs / reconstruction.
Insurance
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to insurance.
Society Employees
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to society employees.
Security / Staff
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to security / staff.
General Administration
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to general administration.
Amendment of Bye-laws
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to amendment of bye-laws.
Miscellaneous
Relevant Act sections and Model Bye-laws relating to miscellaneous.
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Disclaimer: The statutory sections and Model Bye-laws displayed here are provided solely for general information and reference. They are not a certified legal publication or a certified copy of any society's registered/adopted bye-laws. Law, rules, notifications and society-specific bye-laws may be amended. In case of any discrepancy, the current official Act, Rules, Government Resolutions, Notifications, Circulars, competent-authority orders and the concerned society's registered/adopted bye-laws shall prevail. Users should verify the current applicable provisions and obtain professional legal advice where required.