Blog

𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐎𝐰𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐢𝐧 𝐊𝐞𝐧𝐲𝐚!

𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐬: Kenya recognizes freehold, leasehold, and customary tenure systems. Freehold provides perpetual ownership, while leasehold grants ownership for a specified period, typically 99 years. Customary tenure is based on traditional practices and communal ownership.

𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: It is crucial to ensure that land is properly registered to avoid disputes and ensure security of tenure. The Land Registration Act, 2012, and the processes governed by the Ministry of Lands and Physical Planning are critical in this regard.

𝐃𝐮𝐞 𝐃𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞:Prospective land buyers should conduct thorough due diligence, including verifying the land’s ownership history, checking for any encumbrances, and confirming compliance with zoning and land use regulations.

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐬: Engaging legal experts, surveyors, and real estate professionals is advisable to navigate the complexities of land transactions and ensure compliance with all legal requirements.