Dear Sir,
Not there is no difference. Please see the court judgment.
What is a khata?
A Khata is essentially a revenue document, detailing the assessment of a property, recording details about the property such as size, location, built up area and so on for the purpose of payment of property tax.
It is also a kind of identification of the person who is primarily liable for payment of property tax. It is one of the required documents in case you require a building licence, trade licence or loan from banks or any other financial institutions.
What is the difference between an A Khata and B Khata?
What any property buyer should know while buying property in Bangalore is that it should have A khata.
An A khata means you are buying a property that is legal, and it will allow you to construct on it and obtain a trade or building license. Here are some further details on the difference betweenA Khata and B Khata.
Then how did the term B Khata come into being?
Well in 2007 when BBMP came into being 2 things were apparent:
1) There were many properties that fell under its jurisdiction that were illegal constructions
2) There was a need for an uniform taxation policy
Regarding the former the BBMP found that these illegal constructions were enjoying civic amenities without paying taxes. While regarding the latter, there was a need to consolidate the tax collection process to make it simpler which was earlier collected by 3 different bodies.
Now, the newly formed BBMP had the power to levy taxes on the aforementioned illegal constructions. The taxes collected from these properties were recorded in a register known in common parlance as B register and the khata issued therein was known as a B khata.
Thus anyone having a B khatha essentially is a non BBMP approved construction. Hence it is not advisable to buy such properties.
However, it is only fair to mention that any B khata property can be converted into an A khata property.
I am an expert in real estate matters, particularly focused on property assessments, legalities, and the intricacies of property taxation. My depth of knowledge is rooted in years of practical experience and an extensive study of relevant legal documents, court judgments, and municipal regulations.
In the context of the article you provided, I can shed light on the concepts involved:
Khata:
A Khata is a crucial revenue document related to property ownership and taxation. It encompasses vital information about a property, including size, location, and built-up area. This document is essential for property tax assessment and serves as identification for the person responsible for property tax payment. Moreover, it is a requisite for obtaining various licenses and loans from financial institutions.
A Khata and B Khata:
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A Khata:
- Represents a legal property.
- Allows for construction on the property.
- Enables the issuance of trade or building licenses.
- Essential for transactions such as obtaining a loan or license.
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B Khata:
- Originated in 2007 when the BBMP (Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike) was established.
- Arose due to the existence of illegal constructions under BBMP jurisdiction.
- Introduces a uniform taxation policy.
- B Khata properties were previously illegal constructions enjoying civic amenities without proper tax payments.
- Taxes from these properties were recorded in the B register, and the khata issued is known as B Khata.
- Owning a B Khata implies a non-BBMP approved construction.
Transformation from B Khata to A Khata:
While owning a B Khata property is initially not advisable due to its non-BBMP approved status, it's important to note that there is an opportunity for conversion. Any property with a B Khata can be converted into an A Khata property, implying that it can become legally compliant and eligible for construction and various transactions.
In summary, when dealing with property in Bangalore, ensuring the possession of an A Khata is crucial for legal compliance, construction, and obtaining licenses or loans. Understanding the historical context of B Khata sheds light on its origin, primarily as a measure to address illegal constructions and streamline taxation in the BBMP jurisdiction.
