Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has opened applications for 2027 loading and offloading zones, giving businesses and transport operators until the end of November to submit their requests.
In a notice on November 13, Nairobi City County invited interested applicants to apply for designated loading spaces and specify exactly where they plan to use them, including the road or street name and the nearest identifiable landmark.
“Pursuant to the provisions of the Nairobi City County Transport Act, 2020 (particularly Section 54 on Loading and Unloading, and related provisions on parking and special parking bays), the Nairobi City County Revenue Administration Act, 2021, Nairobi City County Finance Act (as amended from time to time, including schedules on loading/offloading zone charges), and other applicable County by-laws and regulations governing parking and road use within Nairobi City County,” read part of the statement.
The application window runs from November 1 to November 30, 2026.
Nairobi Issues New Requirements for 2027 Loading Zone Applications
Applicants must submit two copies of their applications to the Office of the County Chief Officer responsible for Mobility, located on the 14th Floor of City Hall Annex, Nairobi.
Both copies must be presented for acknowledgement of receipt, with applicants required to retain one acknowledged copy for their records.
The County stated that existing loading-zone holders who have fully settled their payments and complied with applicable regulations will receive priority during the allocation exercise.
Such applicants must attach copies of their latest valid loading-zone approvals to facilitate verification.
However, the County clarified that submitting an application does not guarantee allocation, as all requests will be assessed based on compliance, availability and suitability of the proposed locations.
The County expects to complete the allocation exercise by December 15, 2026, after which successful applicants must pay the applicable charges by December 31.
Payments must be made through officially designated Nairobi City County Government channels.
The County warned that it would not grant any loading zone outside the prescribed application timelines, urging interested parties to submit their documents before the November 30 deadline.
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PSV’s Pickup and Drop-off Points
Additionally, the County has opened applications for Public Service Vehicle (PSV) picking and dropping point permits, giving matatu SACCOs, transport companies and licensed operators until December 15, 2026, to submit their applications.
Nairobi City County invited registered PSV SACCOs and transport operators to apply for designated passenger picking and dropping points across the city, including the Central Business District (CBD).
The exercise targets operators seeking new permits or renewal of existing approvals to use designated passenger collection and drop-off points.
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The County cited the Nairobi City County Transport Act, 2020, which requires public transport vehicles to pick up and drop passengers only at designated bus stops.
Applicants must submit eight categories of documents, including formal applications to renew existing permits, valid business registration documents, SACCO or company registration certificates, and valid National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) operator licences.
They must also provide Road Service Licences, lists of vehicles and their registration numbers, approved route details, proposed passenger pick-up and drop-off locations, and contact information for authorised officials.
Additionally, applicants must provide evidence that they have settled all outstanding Nairobi City County charges and dues.
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