Planning and Development Control
Service Summary
Submit new building, extension, change-of-use, and development plans for review by Eldoret City technical offices before construction starts.
Who Can Access This Service
- Property owners and developers in Eldoret
- Architects, engineers, physical planners, and project consultants
- Institutions, investors, and contractors seeking development approval
Required Documentation & Credentials
- Copy of title, official search, allotment letter, or agreement where land is unregistered
- Completed PLUPA/DC and structural forms
- Plans signed and certified by registered professionals
- Rates receipt or rates clearance certificate
- Payment receipt after assessment
- KRA PIN or national ID
- Applicant contact address and mobile number
Steps to Complete Pathway
- 1Prepare drawings and statutory forms with a registered professional.
- 2Confirm land ownership documents and rates status before submission.
- 3Submit the application through the planning/building approval workflow.
- 4Track circulation through planning, lands, public health, roads, drainage, fire, and other technical desks where applicable.
- 5Collect the approval decision, approved drawings, and inspection card when released.
Charges & Fees
Plan approval fees are charged according to the approved county schedule and project classification.
Processing Timeline
Processing depends on completeness, site verification, inter-office circulation, and committee scheduling.
Associated Forms & Guides
Common Questions
Can construction begin before approval?
No. Construction should begin only after Eldoret City issues the required approval documents and inspection guidance.
Why are several offices involved in plan approval?
Planning, lands, public health, infrastructure, drainage, fire, and environmental checks help confirm that a development is legal, safe, and compatible with city standards.