I have purchased an AD condition land in Hosur, Tamil Nadu, in the year 2013, without knowing that it's an AD condition land. Now I am trying to sell it but all real estate brokers say that the land is under AD condition. A few agents said that the AD condition will become void after 20 years when there will be no hurdles to sell it. Therefore, please clarify if the 20 years clause is legally correct.
Awaiting your early response,
Shashikala S.
• AD land restrictions: AD stands for Adi Dravidar, a term used in Tamil Nadu for members of Scheduled Castes (SC). Land designated as AD condition land is allotted to SC members by the government with restrictions. Selling it to someone outside the designated community is generally not allowed.
• 20 year clause: There isn't a universally recognized "20 year clause" for AD land restrictions. The conditions for ownership and transfer of AD land are governed by the Tamil Nadu Adi Dravidar Land Acquisition Act, 1978 Act. This Act doesn't specify a time limit for the restrictions to expire.
• Recommendations: Here are some steps you can take -
• Review land allotment documents: Check the documents you received when the land was allotted. These documents might outline the specific conditions attached to the land.
• Contact Adi Welfare Department: This department might be able to provide information on the process for getting permission to sell AD land (if possible).
