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  The purpose of the law is to give statutory recognition to community and
  neighbourhood initiatives to complement county government efforts in
  delivering essential services.
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# 17. Nairobi City County Community and Neighbourhood Associations Engagement No. 4 of 2016

Quick Link: [https://nairobiassembly.go.ke/ncca/wp-content/uploads/act/2025/The-Nairobi-City-County-Community-and-Neighbourhood-Associations-Engagement-Act-2016.pdf](https://nairobiassembly.go.ke/ncca/wp-content/uploads/act/2025/The-Nairobi-City-County-Community-and-Neighbourhood-Associations-Engagement-Act-2016.pdf)



·         Section 6 of the Act provides for recognition agreements between neighbourhood associations and county governments for various functions including: mobilization of members to pay rates and other fees to the county government; and monitoring compliance with county planning regulations and zoning requirements in respect of the neighbourhood. Under section 7,  these associations may consult with the county government in the delineation of zones.
