How is unpaid rent or cost recovered?

Under the PERA Force Laws, any unpaid rent or cost determined by the Hearing Officer and approved by the Authority is recovered as arrears of land revenue. This method ensures that recovery is swift, legally enforceable, and in accordance with established revenue laws. The recovery of arrears of land revenue is a recognized legal process that grants the Enforcement Officer the authority to treat unpaid dues as government revenue recoverable under the Land Revenue Act.

Once the amount becomes due, the Enforcement Officer issues a demand notice to the defaulter. If payment is not made within the prescribed period, recovery proceedings commence in the same manner as land revenue arrears. This may involve attachment or sale of movable and immovable property belonging to the defaulter. The procedure ensures compliance without the need to file a civil suit, thereby saving time and legal costs for the State.

This system of recovery as arrears of land revenue is a key enforcement tool under the PERA Force Laws, ensuring accountability and financial discipline among occupiers of State property. It reinforces the principle that any benefit gained from illegal occupation or unpaid dues must be returned to the State promptly and effectively.

By aligning the process with established revenue recovery laws, the PERA framework provides both legal strength and administrative efficiency. It empowers the Enforcement Officer to execute recoveries swiftly, ensuring that no dues remain outstanding against illegal occupiers or defaulters.