Core Viewpoint - The article highlights significant disputes between homeowners and the developer of the Haide No. 1 project in Shanghai, focusing on unauthorized design changes, discrepancies in measured and predicted areas, and various quality issues leading to homeowners refusing to accept their properties [2][3][4]. Group 1: Project Background - The Haide No. 1 project was originally developed by Gree Real Estate Co., which has since been rebranded as Zhuhai Huafa Group after transferring its real estate business [2][3]. - The project launched 163 units in February 2023 with an average price of 129,800 yuan per square meter and a subscription rate of 392% [3]. Group 2: Discrepancies in Area Measurements - Homeowners reported being forced to pay significant fees due to discrepancies between actual and predicted areas, with some facing additional charges of up to 600,000 yuan [4][5]. - The discrepancies were attributed to changes in the building's external outline and internal wall thickness, leading to an increase in measured areas [4][5]. Group 3: Quality and Compliance Issues - Homeowners expressed dissatisfaction with the quality of construction, citing issues such as rough interior finishes and design flaws that hinder functionality [7][10]. - The project reportedly failed to meet contractual agreements regarding public area standards and overall quality, further solidifying homeowners' refusal to accept the properties [7][12]. Group 4: Developer's Response - The developer, Shanghai Haikong Baolian Real Estate Co., claimed that the project adhered to all relevant regulations and standards throughout its design and construction [15][16]. - Despite ongoing communication, many key issues remain unresolved, and the developer has been criticized for a lack of genuine engagement with homeowners [16][17]. Group 5: Legal Actions and Future Steps - Some homeowners are considering legal action due to the developer's alleged breaches of contract and quality issues, with suggestions to pursue civil lawsuits or file complaints with relevant authorities [17].

Core Viewpoint - The homeowners of the Hai De No.1 project in Shanghai's Pudong New Area have refused to accept the delivery of their luxury apartments, citing discrepancies between the actual delivered units and the contractual agreements, particularly regarding ceiling height and usable area [3][4][14]. Group 1: Homeowner Complaints - Homeowners have issued a notice rejecting the delivery due to the developer's failure to meet the contracted ceiling height and changes in design that resulted in increased usable area, leading to additional costs of tens to hundreds of thousands of yuan [3][14]. - The "triangular balcony," initially marketed as a key feature, has been criticized as merely decorative rather than functional, contradicting the original sales pitch [14][15]. - A lawyer representing the homeowners stated that the actual measured ceiling height was only 3.1 meters, while the contract specified 3.6 meters, leading to significant discrepancies in expected versus actual living space [22]. Group 2: Developer's Response - The developer, Zhuhai Mian Group, has denied allegations of false advertising and stated that the project adhered to all relevant regulations during design and construction [4][21]. - The company is actively communicating with homeowners to clarify misunderstandings and has filed complaints against false reports circulating online [4][21]. - The developer claims that the project has been delivered in accordance with the necessary permits and that the delivery process is ongoing, with over 80 units already accepted [3][4]. Group 3: Market Context - The Hai De No.1 project was launched in a hot real estate market, with a total of 163 units priced at an average of 12.98 million yuan per square meter, attracting 639 prospective buyers [6][8]. - The project is located in a highly sought-after area, which has contributed to its initial popularity, but the current delivery issues reflect a growing trend of complaints among buyers in Shanghai's real estate market [22][23].