> 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/9.-physical-planning-handbook-2025.md). # 9. Physical Planning Handbook 2025 This page entails the details of a guidebook developed with the objective of operationalizing the Physical Planning and Land Use planning Act. ![](https://3363602505-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FzXOWBiJTYJM57eEq86or%2Fuploads%2F8L7tfr1AqIWiHA9HOXXl%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=34a6d8a2-888c-470e-91a3-4bacc0650828) [Physical and Land Use Planning Handbook 2025](https://isk.or.ke/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Physical-and-Land-Use-Planning-Handbook-final-3.09.2025.pdf) The 2025 Handbook represents a timely and critical enhancement to Kenya's physical planning framework, rectifying inconsistencies identified in its predecessor while ensuring full alignment with the Constitution of Kenya, 2010. Its primary purpose is to standardize physical and land use planning practice nationwide, with specific objectives of establishing comprehensive guidelines and standards for practitioners, serving as an authoritative reference for decision-making by built environment professionals, and mainstreaming emerging trends within the sector. The Handbook offers practical insights into the preparation and implementation of physical and land-use development plans, functioning as an essential tool for standardizing processes and procedures across the country. It addresses significant gaps in contemporary planning paradigms, including corridor development, techno and resort cities, sectional development, and the integration of Disaster Risk Management (DRM) considerations into planning practice. Furthermore, it incorporates detailed guidelines and standards on disaster risk management, groundwater recharge basins, green cities, blue economy, techno cities, smart cities, vehicle charging stations, multi-modal interchanges, and corridor development. --- # 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 by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the following URL with the `ask` and `goal` query parameters: ``` GET https://cahf.gitbook.io/kenya-legal-policy-and-institutional-review/annex-c-laws-policies-regulations-governing-physical-planning/9.-physical-planning-handbook-2025.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is what the user is ultimately trying to achieve, the reason they need the answer. Sharing it helps GitBook give you a better, more relevant answer. A goal is most helpful when it describes the outcome the user wants rather than restating the question. For example, with `ask=how do I create an API token`, a goal like `automate deployments from our CI pipeline` lets GitBook tailor the answer to that use case. 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.