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Please take note of important changes in the definition of an Associate Member as per amended Maharashtra Cooperative Societies Act w.e.f. 9/03/2019

Prior to amendment a person having interest in the property/ flat was also called Associate Member if his name was not first in the share certificate. After amendment, a person having interest in the flat is called Joint Member, whose name is not first in the share certificate.

The Associate Member is a person whose name must not be in the share certificate. &

The Associate Member is a person who must not have interest in the flat in that cooperative housing society

Joint Member Co-Operative Housing Society

Joint Member is a person who has been admitted to the membership of the society along with another member in accordance with the by-laws. Joint Membership is granted to two or more people who jointly own or occupy a residential unit in the society.

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Associate Member Co-Operative Housing Society

An Associate Member in a cooperative housing society in Maharashtra is a person who has been admitted to the membership of the society in accordance with the by-laws, but who does not hold a share in the society. Associate membership is typically granted to a family member or spouse

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In a housing society, a joint member is a member who holds the property jointly with another person, usually a family member or spouse. Both joint members have equal rights and obligations as members of the society, and both are eligible to attend and vote in the society’s general meetings.

An associate member, on the other hand, is a member who is not a joint member but is nominated by a joint member to represent them in the society. The associate member has limited rights and obligations as a member of the society and is not eligible to attend or vote in the society’s general meetings.

Associate membership is typically granted to a family member or spouse of a joint member who is unable to attend the society’s meetings due to work or other commitments. However, associate members may be given certain rights and privileges by the society’s managing committee, such as access to the society’s amenities and services, subject to the society’s bylaws and rules.

Frequently Asked Questions ?

Meaning of Joint Member in co-operative Housing Society Maharashtra? 

In a cooperative housing society in Maharashtra, a Joint Member is a person who has been admitted to the membership of the society along with another member in accordance with the by-laws.

Joint Membership is granted to two or more people who jointly own or occupy a residential unit in the society. This could include, for example, a married couple or business partners who jointly own a property in the society.

Each Joint Member is considered a full member of the society and holds an equal share in the society. They have the same rights and privileges as individual members, including the right to vote in elections and general body meetings, participate in the decision-making process of the society, and access various services and facilities provided by the society.

It’s important to note that the specific rules and regulations regarding Joint Membership, including the number of joint members allowed and the requirements for admission, may vary depending on the society’s by-laws and governing laws in the relevant jurisdiction.

Meaning of Associate Member in co-operative Housing Society Maharashtra? 

In a cooperative housing society in Maharashtra, an Associate Member is a person who has been admitted to the membership of the society in accordance with the by-laws, but who does not hold a share in the society.

Associate Membership is granted to a person who may be the spouse, nominee, or heir of a deceased member, or who has been permitted to use the premises of the society for a limited period.

While an Associate Member does not have ownership in the society, they may still have certain rights and responsibilities as a member of the society as defined in the by-laws. However, they do not have the right to vote in the society’s general body meetings or elections.

It’s important to note that the specific rules and regulations regarding Associate Membership, including the eligibility criteria and the rights and privileges granted to Associate Members, may vary depending on the society’s by-laws and governing laws in the relevant jurisdiction.

Can Associate Member have a right to vote in the AGM or Election of Managing Committee  in the co-operative Housing Society at Maharashtra?  

No, Associate Members of a cooperative housing society in Maharashtra do not have the right to vote in the Annual General Meeting (AGM) or election of the Managing Committee.

According to the Maharashtra Cooperative Societies Act, 1960, only full members who hold a share in the society have the right to vote in the general body meetings, elections, and other decision-making processes of the society. Associate Members do not hold any equity in the society and are not considered full members.

However, Associate Members may have certain other rights and privileges as defined in the society’s by-laws, such as the right to attend general body meetings, participate in discussions, and access certain services or facilities provided by the society.

It’s important to note that the eligibility criteria for membership, including the status of Associate Members, may vary depending on the specific rules and regulations of the housing society and the governing laws in the relevant jurisdiction.

Can Joint Member have a right to vote in the AGM or Election of Managing Committee  in the co-operative Housing Society at Maharashtra?  

Yes, Joint Members of a cooperative housing society in Maharashtra have the right to vote in the Annual General Meeting (AGM) and election of the Managing Committee.

Each Joint Member is considered a full member of the society and holds an equal share in the society. Therefore, they have the same rights and privileges as individual members, including the right to vote in elections and general body meetings, participate in the decision-making process of the society, and access various services and facilities provided by the society.

However, it’s important to note that the specific rules and regulations regarding Joint Membership, including the number of joint members allowed and the requirements for admission, may vary depending on the society’s by-laws and governing laws in the relevant jurisdiction.

Associate Member rights of housing society in Maharashtra

In Maharashtra, the rights of an Associate Member of a housing society are outlined in the Maharashtra Cooperative Societies Act, 1960 and the Model Bye-laws of Cooperative Housing Societies. Some of the key rights of an Associate Member are:

1. Ownership rights: An Associate Member has the right to hold and transfer his/her share in the property. However, the transfer of shares should be approved by the society and done in accordance with the provisions of the Model Bye-laws.
2. Use of common facilities: Associate Members have the right to use common facilities provided by the society such as lifts, parking lots, gardens, etc. However, the society may impose reasonable restrictions on the use of these facilities.
3. Voting rights: Associate Members have the right to vote in general body meetings of the society. However, their voting rights are limited to 1/4th of the votes of a regular member.
4. Participation in the management of the society: Associate Members have the right to attend general body meetings and express their views on matters pertaining to the management of the society. However, they are not eligible to hold any office in the society.
5. Right to receive information: Associate Members have the right to access the books, records, and other documents of the society. They are entitled to receive notices and other communication from the society, including the minutes of the general body meetings.
6. Right to seek redressal of grievances: Associate Members have the right to approach the society for redressal of their grievances. They can also approach the Registrar of Cooperative Societies or the Cooperative Court for the resolution of their disputes with the society.

It is important to note that the rights of Associate Members may vary depending on the bye-laws of the specific housing society. Therefore, it is recommended that Associate Members review the bye-laws of their society to understand their rights and obligations in greater detail.

Joint Member rights of housing society in Maharashtra

In Maharashtra, the rights of Joint Members of a housing society are outlined in the Maharashtra Cooperative Societies Act, 1960 and the Model Bye-laws of Cooperative Housing Societies. Some of the key rights of Joint Members are:

1. Ownership rights: Joint Members have equal ownership rights in the property. Both the Joint Members can hold and transfer their share in the property jointly. However, the transfer of shares should be approved by the society and done in accordance with the provisions of the Model Bye-laws.
2. Use of common facilities: Joint Members have the right to use common facilities provided by the society such as lifts, parking lots, gardens, etc. However, the society may impose reasonable restrictions on the use of these facilities.
3. Voting rights: Joint Members have the right to vote in general body meetings of the society. Each Joint Member is entitled to one vote.
4. Participation in the management of the society: Joint Members have the right to attend general body meetings and express their views on matters pertaining to the management of the society. However, only one of the Joint Members can hold office in the society, while the other Joint Member can attend the meetings and participate in the discussions.
5. Right to receive information: Joint Members have the right to access the books, records, and other documents of the society. They are entitled to receive notices and other communication from the society, including the minutes of the general body meetings.
6. Right to seek redressal of grievances: Joint Members have the right to approach the society for redressal of their grievances. They can also approach the Registrar of Cooperative Societies or the Cooperative Court for the resolution of their disputes with the society.

It is important to note that the rights of Joint Members may vary depending on the bye-laws of the specific housing society. Therefore, it is recommended that Joint Members review the bye-laws of their society to understand their rights and obligations in greater detail.