Development Application
Service Description
What is a Development Application: A development application is the formal request submitted to the County Government for permission to undertake new construction, change an existing development, or carry out a substantial project. It is guided by Section 57 of the Physical and Land Use Planning Act (PLUPA), 2019, and Section 36 of the Urban Areas and Cities Act, 2011. The process ensures projects comply with zoning regulations, physical development plans, and infrastructure capacity. Why it matters: Submitting a compliant development application: -Ensures alignment with approved county physical and strategic plans -Prevents enforcement issues or future project delays -Supports public accountability through participation -Enables smooth review and approval by county technical committees -Strengthens your case for project financing, insurance, or partnership Who should undertake a development application: -Developers starting new residential, commercial, or industrial projects -Property owners altering or expanding existing developments -Consultants acting on behalf of landowners or investors Client requirements (submit via LSS portal): 1. Ownership documents – title deed or lease certificate (Land Registration Act, 2012, Section 25) 2. Recent land search – conducted within the last 3 months (Land Registration Act, 2012, Section 34) 3. Survey plan or cadastral map (PLUPA Section 57(1)) 4. Architectural or site development plans – draft or final (PLUPA Section 57(2)) 5. Structural, mechanical, or electrical drawings – if available 6. Proof of land rent payment or clearance certificate – mandatory for leasehold properties (Land Act, 2012, Section 32) What LSS will do: 1. Prepare Form PLUPA/DC/1A–1F (official development application forms) – PLUPA Section 57(2) 2. Draft public notification notices: a. For two daily newspapers of national circulation – PLUPA Section 58(7) b. For on-site posting at the project location – PLUPA Section 58(8) Develop a planning brief outlining: a. Project scope and description b. Zoning compliance c. Development impact – PLUPA Section 57(3) and Urban Areas and Cities Act, Section 36 Review submitted plans for compliance with: a. County development plans b. Applicable building codes – PLUPA Section 57(1)
Cancellation Policy
Lybrae Spatial Solutions (LSS) Booking Policy Overview Lybrae Spatial Solutions (LSS) offers free consultations to guide developers and property owners in Kenya through urban planning and land development processes, including Land Administration, Development Approval, and Environmental Compliance services. Consultations are compliant with the Physical and Land Use Planning Act (PLUPA), No. 13 of 2019, the Land Act, No. 6 of 2012, the Land Registration Act, No. 3 of 2012, the Environmental Management and Coordination Act (EMCA), No. 8 of 1999 (amended 2015), the Urban Areas and Cities Act, No. 13 of 2011 (amended 2019), and the Sectional Properties Act, No. 21 of 2020. This policy ensures a seamless, client-focused experience while maintaining operational efficiency. Booking Process Free Booking and Consultation: There is no fee to book or attend a consultation with LSS. Clients can schedule a session via our online scheduling tool (e.g., Calendly) on the Lybrae Spatial Solutions website or contact us to arrange an in-person consultation at our physical offices. Service Selection: Choose from one of seven services under three categories: Land Administration Services: Change of Land Use, Land Subdivision, Land Amalgamation, Extension of Lease. Development Approval Services: Development Application, Sectional Properties. Environmental Compliance Services: Environmental Assessment. Pre-Consultation Requirements: Clients must: Complete the pre-consultation questionnaire at the time of booking, specifying project details (e.g., county, land reference number, project type). Submit required documents (e.g., title deed, survey plan, sectional plan) either 48 hours prior to the consultation (preferred) or after the session via LSS’s secure upload portal. LSS guarantees delivery of tailored advice (e.g., draft forms like PLUPA/DC/2, planning briefs) once documents are received. Delivery: Consultations are conducted via secure video conferencing (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams) or in-person at LSS’s physical offices, with flexible duration to accommodate client needs. Optional recordings are available for virtual sessions (subject to client consent). A post-meeting summary email with action items, checklists, or draft forms will be provided. Rescheduling Policy 24-Hour Notice: Clients may reschedule their consultation at no cost by notifying LSS at least 24 hours prior via the online scheduling tool or by contacting us at +254-712-426-080. Late Rescheduling: Reque