notified on 01-Oct-2025 that shall be valid for and must be renewed after submitting a and from licensed engineer. Applies to buildings >15 m height. Process: apply online to local body 90 days before expiry, pay ₹5 k fee, upload audits. Failure: ₹50 k penalty, disconnection of water & power. We explain who bears cost—society or builder—and share sample AGM resolution to authorise MC for renewal. Keywords: OC renewal rule, building safety audit, Maharashtra UDHD.