Section 17A(3) in Punjab Apartment and Property Regulation Act, 1995
(3)The promoter of the colony shall be associate member of the association in respect of plots and properties meant for allotment or sale, but not yet allotted or sold. When such plot or property is later on allotted, sold or otherwise transferred, the allottee shall become a member of the association and the promoter shall cease to be associate member of the association in respect of such plot or property from the date of delivery of possession.