ADVOKS GLOBAL · KENYA
Physical and Land Use Planning Act
22. Purpose and objects of the National Physical and Land Use Development Plan
Edition: 2022-12-31 · In force
22. Purpose and objects of the National Physical and Land Use Development Plan
(1)The National Physical and Land Use Development Plan shall define strategic policies for the determination of the general direction and trends of physical, and sectoral development in Kenya and provide a framework for the use and development of land.(2)The National Physical and Land Use Development Plan is the basis for—(a)environmental conservation, protection and improvement;(b)promoting social and economic development including national competitiveness;(c)promoting balanced national development;(d)optimal use of land and natural resources;(e)formulation of national physical and land use development planning policies;(f)guiding inter-county, county and local planning;(g)co-ordinating sectoral planning and development;(h)managing human settlements; and(i)providing a framework for guiding the location and development of strategic national investments and infrastructural development.