Lodha Altero Possession Checklist — June 2030: What to Inspect Before Handover

Why Plan for Possession Now — Four Years Early

Altero possession is June 2030, which means most buyers reading this in 2026 have four years before they collect keys. That may sound like ample time, but the buyers who sail through possession are always those who prepared early: they tracked RERA milestones, modelled the EMI transition into their budget, arranged a POA before it became urgent, and arrived at handover with a room-by-room checklist rather than a vague sense of what to look for.

This checklist was written specifically for Altero’s situation — a 531+ unit high-rise project with an unprecedented rooftop deck feature, a 4-year construction cycle, and a large proportion of NRI and Hinjewadi-IT buyers who may not be physically in Pune at the moment of possession.

Pre-Possession Steps — Starting 6 Months Before June 2030

Do not wait until June 2030 to begin. By December 2029, the following should be in motion:

Track RERA milestone submissions at maharera.mahaonline.gov.in. Altero is registered under PCMC jurisdiction. RERA requires developers to update construction milestone completion quarterly. If Q4 2029 milestones are delayed or not updated, that is your early warning of a possession slip.

Confirm your bank’s Pre-EMI schedule and transition date. Contact your home loan branch in December 2029 to confirm: (a) total loan disbursed to date, (b) current Pre-EMI amount, and (c) the process for transitioning to full EMI at possession. Some banks require you to submit the possession letter before they issue the final disbursement — plan for a 2–4 week processing window.

Model the full EMI into your 2030 budget now. The jump from Pre-EMI to full EMI at possession is the single biggest financial shock most first-time buyers underestimate. See the EMI transition table below and build the full EMI figure into your monthly budget from January 2030, even if possession is June 2030.

Arrange your Power of Attorney if you are an NRI or unlikely to be in Pune at the time of possession. POA processing for NRI buyers takes 4–8 weeks including notarization, apostille, and Indian consulate attestation. Start this process in February–March 2030 at the latest.

Documentation Checklist — What to Verify Before Accepting Keys

Do not accept possession without all of the following:

• Occupancy Certificate (OC) from PCMC — this is non-negotiable. An OC confirms the building meets construction standards and is legally habitable. Without OC, you cannot get a municipal water connection, register tenants, or sell the property without legal complications.
• Completion Certificate — issued alongside or shortly after OC by PCMC
• NOC from fire department — high-rises above a certain floor height require a separate fire department clearance; Altero towers will require this
• NOC from water board and electricity board — confirms utility connections are approved
• RERA completion certificate — verify at maharera.mahaonline.gov.in that the project is marked complete
• Society formation documents — or confirmation of timeline if society formation is pending
• Maintenance corpus receipt — you will be asked to pay 24 months of maintenance at possession; get a receipt
• Sinking fund contribution receipt — separate from maintenance corpus; earmarked for major capital repairs

Room-by-Room Snag Inspection Template

Arrive at possession with this list and take photographs of every item noted.

Living and Dining Area

• Floor finish: marble or vitrified tiles — check for chips, uneven joints, hollow sections (tap with knuckle; hollow sound indicates poor adhesion)
• Walls: paint uniformity, no seepage marks or dampness stains (check corners near windows and external walls)
• All electrical points: test every socket with a plug-in tester; check light switches, fan regulators
• AC provisioning: confirm bracket holes and power points are at the specified location for your AC plan

Bedrooms

• Built-in wardrobes (if included): test all hinges, latches, drawer slides; check surface finish for scratches
• Window seals: press along the frame perimeter — air gaps mean monsoon water ingress
• Flooring: same hollow-tap test as living area
• Electrical: bedside sockets, ceiling fan point, AC point all functional

Bathrooms

• Waterproofing test: pour a full bucket of water on the bathroom floor and leave for 48 hours; check the ceiling of the flat below for dampness (this requires the cooperation of the flat below, which is easier to arrange during the developer’s possession week when all buyers are on site simultaneously)
• Tile grouting: no cracked or missing grout lines
• Fixtures: faucets open and close smoothly, shower head pressure adequate, flush mechanism functional, mirror fixed securely
• Exhaust fan: operational

Kitchen

• Platform height: standard 850mm from floor; check for level
• Chimney provision: power point and wall hook at correct position
• Drain test: run water and confirm drain flows freely with no backing up
• Platform surface: no chips or uneven joints

Balcony

• Railing structural integrity: push firmly — no movement or looseness
• Drainage: pour water and confirm it drains toward the outlet, not toward the door threshold
• Waterproofing at door threshold: critical during monsoon; check for sealing quality

Electrical Panel

• MCB board: all breakers labelled correctly and match the flat’s circuit layout
• EV charging point provision: if you booked this add-on, confirm the conduit is in place

Altero-Specific: Rooftop Deck Inspection

Altero’s 500-metre rooftop deck is the project’s signature amenity. It requires a dedicated inspection pass because defects here affect all residents equally and remediation post-possession becomes a society responsibility.

• Infinity pool: Is the water system operational, including filtration, chlorination, and pump circulation? Check that the overflow edge is correctly sealed. Look for any cracking in the pool finish.
• BBQ zones: Test gas connections if live; check that surface material (stone or composite decking) has no cracking or uneven sections from construction.
• Rooftop landscaping: All planter beds should have healthy, established plants — not freshly planted seedlings that will die within a month. Confirm drip irrigation lines are connected and functional.
• Elevator access: All three towers should have direct elevator access to the rooftop level. Test each. It is not acceptable for residents of one tower to walk through another tower’s lobby to access the shared roof.
• Safety railings: Parapet walls and railings must meet PCMC building code minimum height (1 metre for habitable rooftops). Measure, do not estimate.
• Nighttime lighting: Inspect after dark if possible, or request Lodha to confirm the lighting design covers all zones without dark sections.
• Gymnasium: All equipment should be assembled, bolted to the floor where required, and functional — not still in packaging.

EMI Transition at Possession — The Financial Jump You Must Plan For

Calculated at 8.5% p.a. for 20-year tenure. Pre-EMI calculated on 80% of loan amount.

The jump is significant at every level. Model it into your budget from January 2030 — four to six months before possession — so it does not land as a shock.

Society Formation at Altero

With 531+ units, Altero will constitute a Cooperative Housing Society under Maharashtra’s cooperative housing legislation. The formation process typically begins 3–6 months post-possession of the majority of units.

• Attend the first General Body Meeting: this elects the managing committee, sets the initial maintenance charge schedule, and adopts the society bye-laws. Your presence (or proxy) matters — the first committee sets the tone for years.
• Maintenance corpus: Paid at possession, typically ₹50,000–₹1,00,000 per unit. This is your advance contribution to ongoing building maintenance. Get a receipt.
• Sinking fund: A separate mandatory contribution for major capital expenditure (lift replacement, waterproofing renewal, structural repairs). This is distinct from monthly maintenance.

NRI Remote Possession Guide

NRI buyers can take possession via a registered Power of Attorney holder. The process:

1. Prepare the POA document (use a lawyer familiar with property POA in Maharashtra) specifying: signing possession letter, receiving keys, conducting snag inspection, signing any rectification undertakings, applying for society membership, and signing bank NOC documents.
2. Notarize in your country of residence, then apostille (if the country is a Hague Convention signatory), then attest at the Indian consulate.
3. Register the POA in Pune at the Sub-Registrar’s office — your POA holder handles this in India.
4. Lodha’s NRI Desk coordinates possession appointments for POA-based handovers. Contact them 60 days before possession to schedule and confirm documentation requirements.
5. Video walkthrough: Request that your POA holder conduct the snag inspection on a video call with you present in real time. This is standard practice and Lodha facilitates it.

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