ADVOKS GLOBAL · KENYA
The Affordable Housing Regulations, 2025
18. Consent for sale of an affordable housing unit
Edition: 2025-07-09 · In force
18. Consent for sale of an affordable housing unit
(1)Where the owner of an affordable housing unit intends to sell the affordable housing unit or an interest in the affordable housing unit, the owner shall apply for consent, in writing, specifying the reasons for the sale of the affordable housing unit or an interest in the affordable housing unit, and submit the application electronically to the Board.(2)When considering an application made under paragraph (1), the Board shall determine whether the applicant—(a)has been in possession of the affordable housing unit for at least five years after the completion of the payment obligations for the affordable housing unit; and(b)offers a price within the prevailing market price range for a similar affordable housing unit as determined through a valuation procured by the owner from a valuer registered under the Valuers Act (Cap. 532).(3)Where an application made under paragraph (1) is successful, the Board shall, within thirty days after the application was made issue, in writing, a consent to sell the affordable housing unit.(4)Where an application made under paragraph (1) is not successful, the Board shall, within thirty days after the application was made, notify the applicant of its decision within fourteen days after the decision is made, specifying the reasons for the decision.(5)An affordable housing unit that is offered for sale upon a consent issued under paragraph (4) shall only be purchased by a person who meets the eligibility criteria referred to in regulation 3 for the respective affordable housing unit.