> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://cahf.gitbook.io/kenya-legal-policy-and-institutional-review/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://cahf.gitbook.io/kenya-legal-policy-and-institutional-review/annex-c-laws-policies-regulations-governing-physical-planning/13.-export-processing-zones-act-1990-cap-517.md). # 13. Export Processing Zones Act, 1990 (Cap 517) Quick Link: · The purpose of the Act is to provide for the establishment of export processing zones and the Export Processing Zones Authority; to provide for the promotion and facilitation of export-oriented investments and the development of an enabling environment for such investment. · Section 9(2) of the Act provides that the Export Processing Zones Authority may act as a “one-stop” centre through which the export processing zone enterprises can channel all their applications for permits and facilities not handled directly by the Authority; and process building plans and issue relevant approvals in consultation with the Ministry responsible for physical planning and other relevant authorities. This is likely to expedite the processes for planning approvals especially if affordable housing units are being put up by an export processing zone enterprise. --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter, and the optional `goal` query parameter: ``` GET https://cahf.gitbook.io/kenya-legal-policy-and-institutional-review/annex-c-laws-policies-regulations-governing-physical-planning/13.-export-processing-zones-act-1990-cap-517.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is optional and describes the broader end goal you are ultimately trying to accomplish on behalf of the user. GitBook uses it to tailor the answer towards what is most useful for that goal. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.