ADVOKS GLOBAL · KENYA
Petroleum Act
86. Construction permits
Edition: 2026-07-24 · In force
86. Construction permits
(1)A person who intends to construct a pipeline, refinery, bulk storage facility, retail dispensing site, centralized gas reticulation system or designated parking place for petroleum tankers shall, before commencing such construction, apply in writing to the licensing authority for a permit to do so.(2)An application under subsection (1) shall—(a)specify the name and address of the proposed owner;(b)be accompanied by the registration documents of the proposed beneficial owner;(c)be accompanied by a copy of detailed layout plans and specifications prepared by a professional engineer;(d)in the case of a pipeline—(i)specify the points, between which the proposed pipeline is to run;(ii)state what products are to be transported by the proposed pipeline.(e)in the case of a refinery, bulk liquefied petroleum gas, or natural gas facility specify the location, type and capacity;(f)be accompanied by an environment and social impact assessment licence; and(g)contain such other details as may be necessary.(3)The licensing authority shall consider every application received under this section and shall, if satisfied that the applicant meets the prescribed requirements, grant to the applicant, within forty five days, the permit to construct a pipeline, refinery, bulk storage facility, bulk liquefied petroleum gas facility, natural gas facility, retail dispensing site, centralised gas reticulation system or designated parking, as the case may be.(4)A permit shall be subject to such conditions as maybe prescribed.(5)Where the licensing authority refuses to grant a permit under this section, it shall notify the applicant of such refusal specifying the reasons thereof and shall deliver such notice to the applicant.