Home / Legal Insights / Subdivision of Land in Kenya: Process and Approvals Updated October 12, 2026 · Published by WKA Advocates
On this page Subdividing a parcel creates new titles but requires approvals first.
Approvals
Planning permission from the county, consent where required and a survey.
Survey and registration
A surveyor prepares the mutation, which is approved and used to issue new titles.
Costs
Expect survey, planning, consent and registration fees, plus stamp duty on any transfers.
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General information only, not legal advice. Laws, rates and procedures change, so confirm the current position with an advocate.
Confirm the Parcel Exists Before Contracting
Check the parent title, subdivision documents and approval status. If buying a future parcel, the agreement should explain how it will be identified and what happens if registration is delayed.
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