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Urban Land Use Planning Laws and Development Control Regulations Training Course

Intermediate | 5 days | Face to Face / Online / Elearning | Certificate

Course Overview

Course Summary

Course Title	Urban Land Use Planning Laws and Development Control Regulations Training Course
Organization	Tech For Development (T4D)
Venue	Tech For Development (T4D) Training Centre
Duration	5 days
Target Industries
Target Job Roles
Course Fees (Face-to-Face)	USD 1,500/KES 99,000 (Exclusive of VAT)
Course Fees (Virtual)	USD 1,000/KES 70,000 (Exclusive of VAT)
Training Modes	Virtual and face-to-face training
Payment	Payment should be made to the Tech For Development (T4D) bank account on or before the start of the course
Accreditation	Tech For Development Certificate of Course Completion

Course Overview
This course provides comprehensive training on the legal, institutional, and regulatory frameworks governing urban land use planning and development control. It addresses how zoning laws, building regulations, spatial planning statutes, and development approval processes are used to manage urban growth, ensure sustainable land use, and uphold public interest. Participants will engage with real-life planning scenarios, regulatory instruments, and decision-making processes.

Course Duration
5 Days

Target Audience

Urban and regional planners
Land use regulators and zoning officers
Legal officers in planning departments
Municipal engineers and surveyors
Housing and urban development policy advisors
Environmental impact assessors

Personal Impact

Deeper understanding of land use law and its implementation
Improved ability to assess development applications
Strengthened skills in planning law compliance and enforcement
Enhanced confidence in interpreting planning and zoning regulations

Organizational Impact

Improved enforcement of planning laws and regulations
Reduction of illegal developments and land use conflicts
Strengthened urban governance through effective regulatory systems
Better alignment of urban development with spatial plans

Course Objectives

Understand legal frameworks that guide urban planning and zoning
Interpret planning legislation, regulations, and development codes
Apply development control mechanisms to urban projects
Manage urban land use conflicts within legal boundaries
Promote sustainable land use through lawful planning practices

Course Modules

Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Urban Land Use Planning Frameworks

Legal foundations of urban planning
Planning institutions and stakeholder roles
Historical evolution of planning laws
Case Study: Evolution of urban planning legislation in South Africa and its application

Module 2: Zoning Laws and Land Use Classification

Legal basis and types of zoning (residential, industrial, mixed-use, etc.)
Development intensity controls (FAR, height limits, setbacks)
Impacts of zoning decisions on urban form and equity
Real-Life Project: Draft a zoning proposal for a mixed-use urban neighborhood

Module 3: Building Codes and Development Control Regulations

Building standards and approval procedures
Legal instruments for construction monitoring
Compliance and penalties for violations
Case Study: Review of a failed construction project due to regulatory non-compliance

Module 4: Legal Processes for Development Application and Approval

Step-by-step development permitting process
Legal requirements for planning applications
Environmental and social impact assessments
Real-Life Project: Simulated development application and regulatory approval exercise

Module 5: Urban Land Use Conflict Resolution and Enforcement

Legal remedies for non-compliant developments
Demolition orders, stop notices, and compliance certificates
Managing public interest vs private rights in land use decisions
Case Study: Court ruling on an illegal development in a protected green zone

Course Administration

Methodology

Instructor-led sessions use a blended learning approach combining presentations, guided practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and group work, delivered by seasoned industry experts. All facilitation and course materials are in English, so participants should be reasonably proficient in the language.

Accreditation

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued a Tech For Development Certificate of Course Completion

Training Venue

The training will be held at the Tech For Development Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

Accommodation & Airport Transfer

Arranged upon request.For reservations contact the Training Officer:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (+254) 790 824 179

Tailor-Made

This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our T4D Training Centre or at a convenient location.

Payment

Payment should be transferred to the T4D account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected].

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2026 Schedules
Nairobi
16 Nov - 20 Nov	KES 99,000 \| $1,500	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	KES 99,000 \| $1,500	Register

Johannesberg
16 Nov - 20 Nov	$3,100	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	$3,100	Register

Mombasa
16 Nov - 20 Nov	KES 115,000 \| $1,500	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	KES 115,000 \| $1,500	Register

Kigali
16 Nov - 20 Nov	$1,850	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	$1,850	Register

Addis Ababa
16 Nov - 20 Nov	$3,100	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	$3,100	Register

Kuala Lumpur
16 Nov - 20 Nov	$5,500	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	$5,500	Register

Accra
16 Nov - 20 Nov	$3,200	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	$3,200	Register

Cairo
16 Nov - 20 Nov	$4,200	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	$4,200	Register

Cape Town
16 Nov - 20 Nov	$3,800	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	$3,800	Register

Pretoria
16 Nov - 20 Nov	$3,100	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	$3,100	Register

Dar es Salaam
16 Nov - 20 Nov	$2,100	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	$2,100	Register

Naivasha
16 Nov - 20 Nov	KES 110,000 \| $1,500	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	KES 110,000 \| $1,500	Register

Kisumu
16 Nov - 20 Nov	KES 110,000 \| $1,500	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	KES 110,000 \| $1,500	Register

Arusha
16 Nov - 20 Nov	$2,100	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	$2,100	Register

Machakos
16 Nov - 20 Nov	KES 110,000 \| $1,500	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	KES 110,000 \| $1,500	Register

Nakuru
16 Nov - 20 Nov	KES 110,000 \| $1,500	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	KES 110,000 \| $1,500	Register

Kampala
16 Nov - 20 Nov	$1,800	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	$1,800	Register

Dubai
16 Nov - 20 Nov	$3,900	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	$3,900	Register

Zanzibar
16 Nov - 20 Nov	$2,100	Register
14 Dec - 18 Dec	$2,100	Register
2027 Schedules
Dar es Salaam
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Kigali
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Addis Ababa
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Kuala Lumpur
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17 May - 21 May	$5,500	Register
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Accra
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Cairo
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Pretoria
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Cape Town
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Zanzibar
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Arusha
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Kisumu
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Dubai
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20 Dec - 24 Dec	$3,900	Register

Mombasa
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Nairobi
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11 Oct - 15 Oct	KES 99,000 \| $1,500	Register
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20 Dec - 24 Dec	KES 99,000 \| $1,500	Register

Nakuru
18 Jan - 22 Jan	KES 110,000 \| $1,500	Register
15 Feb - 19 Feb	KES 110,000 \| $1,500	Register
15 Mar - 19 Mar	KES 110,000 \| $1,500	Register
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17 May - 21 May	KES 110,000 \| $1,500	Register
21 Jun - 25 Jun	KES 110,000 \| $1,500	Register
19 Jul - 23 Jul	KES 110,000 \| $1,500	Register
16 Aug - 20 Aug	KES 110,000 \| $1,500	Register
20 Sep - 24 Sep	KES 110,000 \| $1,500	Register
11 Oct - 15 Oct	KES 110,000 \| $1,500	Register
15 Nov - 19 Nov	KES 110,000 \| $1,500	Register
20 Dec - 24 Dec	KES 110,000 \| $1,500	Register

Machakos
18 Jan - 22 Jan	KES 110,000 \| $1,500	Register
15 Feb - 19 Feb	KES 110,000 \| $1,500	Register
15 Mar - 19 Mar	KES 110,000 \| $1,500	Register
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Kampala
18 Jan - 22 Jan	$1,800	Register
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11 Oct - 15 Oct	$1,800	Register
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