If you’re planning to sell a builder floor, bungalow, or any residential property in South Delhi, having your paperwork ready is just as important as the price and location. In high-value transactions, serious buyers expect complete transparency and clean documentation. The smoother your papers, the faster your deal moves.
Here’s a clear and simple guide to the key documents you should prepare, based on 20+ years of helping clients close successful deals in Greater Kailash, Defence Colony, Panchsheel, and nearby colonies.
1. SALE DEED (YOUR PRIMARY OWNERSHIP PROOF)
This is the most important legal document that proves you are the rightful owner of the property. Buyers and their lawyers always ask to verify the original once serious discussions begin.
✅ Keep: Original copy safely stored + 1 photocopy ready to share only after deal terms are finalised
✅ Tip: If the deed is lost, apply for a certified copy immediately through the Sub-Registrar’s office
2. CHAIN OF TITLE (ALL PAST SALE DEEDS)
If your property has changed hands before, buyers will want to see the entire history of ownership—from the original allotment or builder to the current owner.
✅ Keep: Copies of all previous sale deeds in order
✅ Tip: Ensure the names, area, and property details match in every document
3. MUTATION CERTIFICATE (PROPERTY TAX NAME TRANSFER)
This shows that your name has been updated in the MCD records, and you are paying the property tax.
✅ Keep: Latest mutation certificate + recent property tax receipts
✅ Tip: If the mutation hasn’t been done yet, start the process in advance—it adds major confidence
4. APPROVED BUILDING PLANS AND COMPLETION CERTIFICATE
Especially for builder floors and self-built homes, buyers want to know that the construction was done with proper municipal approval.
✅ Keep: Approved layout plans and completion/occupancy certificate (if available)
✅ Tip: If the property was redeveloped, check with the builder or architect for these documents
5. POWER OF ATTORNEY (IF APPLICABLE)
If you are selling on behalf of someone else, or if you had bought using a POA earlier, make sure it is registered, valid, and clearly authorises the sale.
✅ Keep: Registered POA + supporting documents
✅ Tip: Notarised POAs are often not accepted—buyers prefer registered ones
6. NO OBJECTION CERTIFICATES (IF JOINT OWNERSHIP OR INHERITED PROPERTY)
If there are multiple owners—family members, siblings, or joint holders—then NOCs are required from everyone involved.
✅ Keep: Written NOCs or affidavits from all legal owners or heirs
✅ Tip: Get these before going live with the sale—it avoids confusion during negotiation
7. PROPERTY TAX & UTILITY BILLS (UP TO DATE)
Buyers ask for latest electricity, water, and gas bills to ensure there are no pending dues.
✅ Keep: Last 2–3 months’ bills + receipts of payment
✅ Tip: Clear any outstanding dues in advance
8. ALLOTMENT LETTER & POSSESSION LETTER (IF APPLICABLE)
For DDA flats or builder properties, these are issued at the time of first handover and are still required in resale.
✅ Keep: Copies of both letters if they apply to your property
✅ Tip: Many buyers ask for this in addition to the sale deed, especially when taking a loan
9. FLOOR PLAN / SITE PLAN
This helps the buyer clearly visualise the space. It’s also needed during bank valuation or due diligence.
✅ Keep: Printed floor plan from the builder or architect
✅ Tip: If you don’t have one, a basic sketch with dimensions is still helpful
FINAL WORD
Having your documentation ready gives buyers peace of mind—and gives you the upper hand during negotiation. It also speeds up loan approvals and legal checks, meaning your sale is more likely to close on time, without last-minute issues.
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