Super area is Bangalore's biggest builder scam
Is super area vs carpet area still a huge chhalawa for builders like Abhee Ventures in Whitefield Ext? I've seen projects quote 1500 sqft super area, but actual carpet area barely touches 1000 sqft. Matlab, itna difference kaise ho sakta hai? This inflates per sqft cost significantly and directly impacts ROI. Investors often overlook this detail, focusing just on the base price. From my experience, you should always push for carpet area pricing, ya at least get a clear breakdown. Also, what's the realistic spot discount one can expect these days? Builders won't budge easily, but for a calculated risk, even with high demand in Whitefield, kitna tak possible hai? I've seen some small concessions on PLC or parking, but a real price drop? Not sure if that still happens.
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I think RERA was supposed to fix this, right? They mandated carpet area disclosure. But builders find loopholes. I saw one project where they showed carpet area but then added 'exclusive balcony area' or 'private terrace area' to inflate the total usable space number. It's so misleading! What's the point of RERA if these practices continue? Has anyone successfully used RERA to challenge a super area discrepancy?
Also, the market conditions in Bengaluru are such that builders don't fear RERA complaints much unless it's a huge project or many buyers complain together. Demand is high, so they know someone else will buy it. Best bet is to get everything in writing and compare total cost for actual usable space, not just super area.
True, U9. Who has time for RERA complaints when you just want your home?
Yes, RERA does help, but enforcement is key. You can file a complaint with RERA if the actual carpet area delivered is less than what was promised in the agreement (based on RERA carpet area definition). But it's a long process. Most people don't want the hassle.
Spot discounts? Forget about it, especially in prime areas like Whitefield. The market is too hot right now in Bangalore. Maybe you can get some minor concessions on amenity charges or a parking slot, but a direct price drop on PSF? Very rare these days, unless it's a distress sale or a very slow-moving project. Even then, it's minimal.
Haan bhai, same experience. My cousin bought in Akshayanagar and faced the same issue. Total chhalawa!
This is exactly my concern. I'm a first-time buyer and super confused. Builders like Abhee Ventures in Whitefield Extension are notorious for this. How do we even get a clear breakdown of carpet area *before* booking? And is it even possible to negotiate on the per sqft rate based on carpet area? I feel like they just laugh at us if we ask for that level of detail. Any tips on how to push this effectively?
I tried this with a builder in Adigara Kallahalli. They gave me the RERA carpet area, but then said their per sqft rate was *already* calculated keeping that in mind, so no further discount. It felt like a trap. The final cost was still based on the inflated super area calculation, just repackaged. So negotiating on carpet area PSF is really hard unless you compare projects side-by-side on true carpet area pricing.
Sahi kaha, U6! They try to confuse us with all these terms. It's a full-time job just to understand the terms.
To answer your question, you *have* to ask for the RERA carpet area statement in writing. Don't rely on brochures. Builders often provide a 'usable area' which includes balcony but isn't true carpet area. Make sure your Sale Agreement mentions the RERA carpet area explicitly. It's tough, but insist!
Totally agree with the original post! Super area is such a scam, especially in Whitefield. I was looking at an Abhee project near Aavalahalli, and the difference between super and carpet area was shocking. It feels like they're selling us air!