The Nairobi County Government has issued a 14-day ultimatum to property owners within the CBD to repaint their buildings or face closure.
In a directive issued by the county’s acting secretary Godfrey Akumali, all establishments earmarked for repainting include those located within the Central Business District (CBD), Westlands, Upper Hill, Ngara, Kirinyaga Road and designated shopping centers.
Akumali explained that the aim of the move is to have all buildings meet the public health and housing standards. He warned that failure to adhere to the order would attract tough penalities, including closure and prosecution.
According to Akumali the repainting of the premises was as per the Public Health Act (Cap 242) and the Physical and Land Use Planning Act (2019), and aimed at restoring the city’s aesthetic value.
“This notice takes effect immediately and remains valid for fourteen days only. Failure to comply will result in statutory closure orders and prosecution in line with Sections 115, 118, and 126 of the Public Health Act,” the notice read.
He also announced that county government had waived the ordinary fees for repainting permits.
City Hall issued its first directive on January 20, 2025, requiring property owners to repaint their buildings within 90 days.
