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The new Constitution and land legislation
Since time immemorial, land has been the cause of many conflicts around the world. In Kenya, the struggle for independence triggered by political, social and economic suppression was actually catalysed by land issues.When negotiating for independence at Lancaster House Conference and framing the first Constitution, land was the most emotive issue. Even so, the first Constitution failed...Read More
 
Chic eco bathrooms
With the ever-deteriorating global environment, designers are compelled to remain stylish in their quest for environmental sustainable solutions. Many are taking environmental responsibilities seriously and are churning fashionable ‘eco’ friendly home fittings o the market. Indeed with this, fashion now meets functionality to bring you the best in contemporary style in the world of bathrooms where water efficiency has....Read More
 
Holding property lawyers accountable
Demand for property is on the rise as commercial banks compete to offer lucrative loan facilities. However, purchasing property would not be possible without the services of a conveyancer (a lawyer with a valid practicing certificate). Apparently, lawyers traditionally enjoy the monopoly of property transactions, which calls for high standards of competence and ethical conduct. Furthermore,....Read More
 
Relaxed building rules set to ease housing headache
Property developers will be granted a wider latitude to choose building materials under new regulations aimed at triggering innovation and making houses cheaper. The proposed building regulations are meant to replace those first used in 1967 whose enforcement by multiple ministries and government departments has been blamed for the corruption that has allowed the construction of low...Read More
 
Speed up new building laws
The Ministry of Housing and the State Law office are emerging as the missing link in the quest to grow home ownership in Kenya as they sit on laws aimed at reviewing the building code to appreciate low cost building materials. The new laws, which were set for enactment by the end of last year, were geared at weaning the country from its ‘brick and mortar’ obsession and adopt prefabricated housing technology....Read More
 
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