Hey everyone, just wanted to share my experience and see if others have faced something similar. I’ve been trying to rent at Kalpataru Immensa in Thane, and honestly, the whole process feels stacked against tenants. Even when you meet all the requirements, there’s this vibe that tenants aren’t really welcome compared to owners.
Stuff like visitor approvals, society permissions, and even basic facilities seem harder to access if you’re renting. It’s frustrating because you’re paying the same maintenance and following the same rules, but still treated differently.
Has anyone else dealt with this kind of bias in gated communities? How did you handle it? I’m curious if this is just a one-off or if tenant discrimination is more common than we think.
It is better to stop renting in such kind of place. In premium gated societies eventually charge high rents for ultra-luxury living,so tenant should at least expect to be treated with the same respect as owners.
It just create a negative image to Kalaptaru developers and directly going to create a problem for the landlord. Because already it is difficult to find good tenants and expecting them to pay premium rents while treating them differently doesn’t make much sense. I’m sure this can affect rental demand and property value.
This stupid things is still happening in my society too. Tenants have to pay extra charge to access the clubhouse. While members pay around 5k yearly for the clubhouse on the other hand, tenants are charged 9k. All of us tenants gathered and asked for the reason. But the explanation was ridiculous, they said owners will treat the equipment responsibly because it is their society, whereas the tenant will not… what kind of logic is that?
My society has even more discrimination than that. Though my society has more space to park vehicle but tenants are not allowed to park their vehicle inside the society. It’s not even a case where parking is full or there’s a shortage of space. The rule is simply that tenants cannot use it.
What I don’t understand is that tenants pay high rents, follow the same rules, and contribute to the community just like owners do. If there is space available, why should someone be denied parking just because they are renting the flat?
Sometimes it feels like certain societies want the rental income that tenants bring, but don’t want to treat them as equal residents.
It clearly reflects their poor professionalism and creates unhealthy environment within the community. It is very disappointing management practices at Kalpataru Immensa. Already the tenants there paying sum high amount for rent, despite that you’re charging unfair amount for clubhouse maintenance. That feels completely unfair and discriminatory.
People should really think twice and look into these practices before buying or renting at Kalpataru Project.
Tenants really need to be careful in these situations. Always make sure you have a proper rental agreement in place, because that’s the only thing that protects you if the society tries to impose unfair charges or restrictions. Without it, they can easily push extra rules on tenants and you won’t have much to stand on legally. So before renting, double-check the agreement and ensure all facilities and charges are clearly mentioned.
One of my friends looking to rent a 2 bhk flat in Kalpataru Immensa. He was initially attracted by the ultra-luxury amenities and premium lifestyle, so he tried for rent a flat there. But when he searched in google and inquired in existing tenants there, the review was not good.
Online reviews and feedback from existing tenants mentioned that some landlords are asking tenants to pay additional maintenance and amenity charges on top of the rent. A few tenants also complained that they are harassing tenants and very toxic environment. My friend just avoid it after hearing so many negative reviews.
If anyone asks me, I would not recommend Kalpataru Immensa. No matter how good the amenities are, they are not worth it if you have to deal with unnecessary stress and tenant-related issues. If you want to save your money and mental peace, there are plenty of other societies where tenants are treated with more respect.
Not only in kalpataru, but also in many top tier communities restrict tenants access to amenities such as swimming pool, gyms, clubhouses and community spaces. Residents and their guests may also have to deal with cumbersome approval processes, limited visitor access, or strict rules for service providers and delivery personnel.
While safety and security are important, overly restrictive policies can make everyday living inconvenient and create the feeling that residents are being constantly monitored. A balance should be maintained between ensuring security and allowing people to comfortably enjoy the facilities and services they are paying for.
Hi guys, anyone who face unfair treatment from your RWA, here are steps you can take
1.Inform your landlord about the issues and ask them to speak with the RWA.
2.Incase of involving harassment, illegal restriction or threats you can register a complaint at your local police station.
3. If RWA is charging excessive fees or there are allegations of misuse of society money, affected residents can seek legal remedy through the consumer court.
4. Before taking legal action, it is usually a good idea to send a formal notice to the RWA explaining the issue and giving them an opportunity to resolve it.
5. In some cases, RERA may also be relevant, especially if the society is still under the builder’s control or there are issues related to maintenance and management. Residents can explore whether relief is available under the applicable RERA provisions.
This happened to me last year as well. In my experience, almost every tenant is facing some kind of discrimination by the RWA. It is totally unfair. But in my case, I personally faced issues with parking and a few other restrictions that was not apply to the owners in the society. It was frustrating because I was paying rent on time, following all the society rules, and causing no problems, yet I still felt like I was being treated as a second-class resident simply because I was a tenant.
The good thing was that my landlord was an absolute gem. Instead of staying silent, he stood up for us whenever there was an unfair rule or issue. He raised the matter with the management and supported the tenants when needed. Having a landlord who was willing to speak up made a huge difference. Unfortunately, many tenants have to deal with these situations on their own, which makes the experience even more stressful.
If you ask me, one thing works well. You said that 60% of the apartments are on rent. If many tenants have the same complaints, you can raise the issue as a group instead of individually. The committee may ignore one or two people, but it becomes much harder to ignore a large number of residents.
You can also make it clear that if tenants continue to be treated unfairly, many may choose not to renew their leases and move to other societies. At the end of the day, owners want good tenants and steady rental income. If tenants start leaving because of these issues, it will eventually affect the owners as well.
Sometimes speaking up together is more effective than dealing with the problem alone.
It is always crucial to clearly mention all the terms and conditions in the rental agreement. If everything is discussed and documented properly from the beginning it helps to avoid misunderstandings and disputes later on.
Things like maintenance charges, parking, access to amenities, society rules, notice period, and any additional fees should be clearly mentioned upfront. Many problems happen later because the landlord and tenant have different expectations. It is always better to clarify everything in advance than argue about it later.
Once I was looking for rented flat in Andheri, that was a newly constructed apartment with all modern amenities. I liked the apartment very much. But was shocked to hear from the broker, he said the tenant only has to pay extra on top of the rent to use the amenities like swimming pool, gym , clubhouse etc…The owner was cleared that he included the maintenance charge on the rent. Then why should I pay maintenance again to the society? It is absolutely unfair. Then I came to know all the top tier communities doing this job only. So, I stopped looking for ultra-luxury apartments and I currently residing in mid-rise apartment. Just paying rent & maintenance charge, no any additional or hidden cost.
Absolutely, bro. In the name of premium amenities, some societies end up charging tenants twice. Even after paying a high rent, tenants are sometimes treated as second-class residents.
What makes it worse is that tenants often don’t get the same access or respect as owners, despite contributing significantly through rent and maintenance charges. In some places, they face unnecessary restrictions, constant scrutiny, or even humiliation for minor issues.
If a tenant is paying the agreed rent and following society rules, they should be allowed to enjoy the facilities without discrimination. Respect and access should depend on responsible behavior, not on whether someone is an owner or a tenant.
Hi, I had a bitter experience a few years ago. I work in the IT industry and earn a decent salary. I wanted my family to enjoy a better lifestyle, so I rented a flat in a luxury society in Thane, mainly because of the amenities like the swimming pool, garden area, and gym.
I agreed to pay the rent, maintenance charges, and all other society-related fees. Altogether, it cost me around ₹1,05,000 per month.
However, despite paying all these charges, I was denied entry to the gym on the very first day. At the entrance, I was asked whether I was an owner or a tenant. When I said I was a tenant, I was told that only owners were allowed to use the gym and that tenants were not permitted inside.
It was extremely embarrassing and disappointing. As a tenant paying such a high amount every month, I expected to have access to the same amenities that were advertised as part of the society. Experiences like this make tenants feel like second-class residents, even though they contribute significantly through rent and maintenance payments.
I left that society the very next month. More than the gym issue, I was upset by the way tenants were treated. Every person deserves respect, whether they own the flat or rent it. I did not want to live in a place where people were treated differently just because they were tenants. For me, respect is more important than luxury amenities. It was a very disappointing experience.
These top tier society is genuinely a scam bro. It may look attractive from the outside, but the reality inside is completely different.
If you ask me, a good society is not about luxury amenities or fancy buildings. It is about how people are treated. A simple apartment where everyone is respected is far better than a luxury society where residents are judged based on ownership status. A building can look impressive from the outside, but if there is no respect and fairness inside, all that luxury means very little.
I am currently staying in premium gated community and I don’t need to pay separate maintenance charge. My landlord said that he included rent and maintenance charge, so you don’t need to pay any additional charges to the society.
In my society the gym and other amenities are free for residents, they have given access cards and my owner will pay the maintenance charge to the society.
So I don’t understand why some societies expect tenants to pay again for using amenities. If the owner is already paying the maintenance charges and the tenant is paying the agreed rent, which includes those charges, then asking for extra payments from tenants seems unfair. It feels like double charging for the same facilities.
I think this is actually owner’s headache. If the society or RWA is creating issues regarding amenities or access, then the owner should take it up with them
If a tenant decides to leave because of such issues, it can create a negative impact not only on the owner but also on the society. The owner may struggle to find new tenants, and the society can develop a bad reputation in the rental market. Many prospective tenants check reviews and resident experiences before choosing a property. If tenants keep leaving due to unfair rules or discrimination, it reflects poorly on both the society and the owners who have invested there.
Recently came across the same post in facebook, that 1 bhk residents don’t have access to use amenities like gym, swimming pool. And the tenant should not pay for this amenities in one shot payment. They have to pay every single use inspite of that they’re paying maintenance charge too..
If this is not called discrimination, then what will they call it?
Honestly bro, after reading all these comments, I’ve completely changed my view of top-tier communities. I’ve lost all the excitement I had about living in one….
Thank God, for saving me from all this headache…