The Nairobi County Government has announced plans to prepare a new Local Physical and Land Use Development Plan for the Woodley–Kilimani area, as the county moves to guide future land use, infrastructure provision, and urban growth in the zone.
In a notice issued by the County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Built Environment and Urban Planning on April 16, Nairobi County stated that the planning process is scheduled to commence on 16 April 2026.
According to Nairobi County, the proposed local plan is expected to help organize development in Woodley and Kilimani and improve the planning and delivery of infrastructure, such as roads and services.
It is also intended to ensure the area grows in a well‑planned and sustainable way as it continues to attract housing, businesses, and mixed‑use developments.
“The purpose of the Plan is to provide a sustainable and comprehensive development framework to guide growth and land use management within the Woodley/Kilimani zone,” noted Nairobi County.
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Planning Area Boundaries for the Woodley–Kilimani Zone in Nairobi County
According to the notice, the planning area covers sections bordered by the Southern Bypass, Lang’ata–Ngong Road Link Road, the southern edge of Nairobi Dam, Ngong River, Raila Odinga Way, Valley Road, Ralph Bunche Road, State House Road, South Arboretum Drive, Kirichwa Kubwa River, Masongari Way, Nairobi River, Amboseli Road, Gitanga Road, Macharia Road, Naivasha Road, and Ngong Road, linking back to the Southern Bypass.
Nairobi County has shared detailed location points to clearly show where the plan will apply, making it easier for residents, developers, and the public to understand the boundaries of the area and take part in the planning process.
Purpose and Objectives of the Proposed Plan
According to Nairobi County, the plan aims to provide a comprehensive, sustainable development framework to guide land-use management and growth in the Woodley–Kilimani zone.
The objectives outlined in the notice include identifying development challenges in the area and proposing mitigation measures; assessing infrastructure gaps that need to be addressed to support urban development; and promoting efficient service delivery.
The plan also aims to protect cultural sites, heritage areas, and the environment; ensure development follows county, regional, and national planning policies; and involve residents and other stakeholders in shaping how the area develops.
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How the Public Can Take Part
Nairobi County government stated that residents, property owners, developers, and other interested parties have been invited to submit written comments on the proposed plan.
Feedback should be submitted to the County Executive Committee Member for Built Environment and Urban Planning within 21 days of the date of publication of the notice, and no later than 7 May 2026.
Submissions can be addressed to:
The County Executive Committee Member
Built Environment and Urban Planning
Nairobi City County Government
P.O. Box 30075 – 00100
Nairobi
“Comments on the proposed plan may be directed to The County Executive Committee Member Built Environment and Urban Planning in writing within 21 days of the publication of this notice and not later than 07/05/2026,” stated the notice.
The county says the new local development plan will play a central role in guiding future development approvals, infrastructure investments, and land-use decisions in Woodley and Kilimani.
Once completed, the plan is expected to support orderly development while ensuring infrastructure, services, and environmental considerations are integrated into urban growth.
