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Housing Policy
Formulating and implementing national housing policies to ensure equitable access to shelter for all Kenyans.
Affordable Housing Initiative
Building Better Kenya
For Every Citizen
Delivering quality, affordable homes and sustainable urban development across all 47 counties through inclusive housing programmes.
Updates
EOI: Sale of Houses in Nairobi & Nakuru — Apply Now
Draft Affordable Housing Regulations 2024 — Public Participation Open
Africa Urban Forum (AUF2) — April 8–10, 2026 — Register Now
Vacancies & Internship Opportunities Available
Active Tenders — Procurement Opportunities Available
EOI: Sale of Houses in Nairobi & Nakuru — Apply Now
Draft Affordable Housing Regulations 2024 — Public Participation Open
Africa Urban Forum (AUF2) — April 8–10, 2026 — Register Now
Vacancies & Internship Opportunities Available
Active Tenders — Procurement Opportunities Available
1965
Established
200K+ Homes
Built nationwide
About the Department
Serving Kenya Through
Housing Excellence
The State Department of Housing and Urban Development coordinates housing policies and programmes across Kenya. We drive affordable housing, manage civil servant housing, and spearhead urban transformation nationwide under the Ministry of Lands, Public Works, Housing and Urban Development.
Affordable Housing Programme
Quality homes under the Big Four Agenda via Boma Yangu.
Urban & Metropolitan Development
Sustainable urban growth planning across Kenyan cities.
Slum Upgrading & Shelter
Transforming informal settlements into dignified communities.
What We Do
Our Core Services
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Affordable Housing
Delivering affordable homes through Boma Yangu — studios to 3-bedroom units for every income bracket.
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Urban Planning
Managing sustainable urban growth, metropolitan frameworks, and integrated spatial development strategies.
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Civil Servants Housing
Managing the CSHSF — dignified accommodation for government employees across Kenya.
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Slum Upgrading
Transforming informal settlements through KENSUP and KISIP — improving infrastructure and security of tenure.
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Estates Management
Overseeing development, maintenance, and management of government housing estates across Kenya.
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Building Standards
Registering construction professionals and managing national construction codes and standards.
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Human Settlement Secretariat
National secretariat coordinating Kenya's Habitat agenda and international obligations.
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Kenya Urban Support
World Bank-backed initiative strengthening urban institutions, governance, and climate-resilient infrastructure.
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Stay Informed
Latest News & Updates
Kenya to Host Second Africa Urban Forum (AUF2) in Nairobi
A continental platform for dialogue on urbanisation, hosted in Nairobi, April 2026.
Register NowDraft Affordable Housing Regulations 2024 — Public Participation
Citizens invited to submit comments on the implementing regulations by 30 May 2024.
Read MoreBoma Yangu Surpasses 1 Million Registrations
A major milestone in Kenya's drive toward affordable homeownership for all.
Read MoreOwn Your Home Through
Boma Yangu
Join hundreds of thousands of Kenyans on the national affordable housing platform. Apply for a home that fits your budget.
Official Notices
Public Participation & Notices
Public Notice — Draft Affordable Housing Regulations 2024
PDF · July 2026
Draft Affordable Housing Regulations 2024 (Full Document)
PDF · March 2024
Regulatory Impact Statement
PDF · March 2024
Comments Template — Affordable Housing Regulations
DOCX · March 2024
Legal Notice — Housing Act Fund Regulations 2020
PDF · February 2020
Featured Event
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