Mombasa cracks down on illegal dumping of construction waste
The county said the directive is part of efforts to promote public safety, preserve infrastructure and ensure orderly urban development.
Mombasa County government has launched a sweeping crackdown on the illegal dumping of construction materials on roads, walkways and other public spaces.
The county has given developers and contractors a seven-day ultimatum to clear the waste or face permit revocations, fines and prosecution in a bid to restore order and safeguard public infrastructure.
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In a public notice issued on Tuesday, Mombasa’s Department of Lands and Urban Planning warned that the practice of mixing, handling or dumping construction materials on public roads, road reserves and footpaths is strictly prohibited within the county.
County Executive Committee Member Mohamed Hussein stated that all developers, contractors and other players in the construction sector must ensure that all materials are stored, mixed and handled strictly within their project boundaries.
According to the county, illegal dumping has led to the obstruction of pedestrian and vehicle movement, damage to roads and drainage systems, and interference with vital public utilities such as fibre and service lines.
The county said the directive is part of efforts to promote public safety, preserve infrastructure and ensure orderly urban development.
“Any party found violating this directive will face immediate revocation of development permits without further notice, surcharges for the cost of repairing damaged public infrastructure, and prosecution under the relevant laws,” the notice reads in part.
The county has also advised developers with limited construction space to use pre-mixed concrete or make alternative arrangements that comply with the new regulations.
Developers and contractors currently contravening the directive have been given seven days to remove any materials dumped on roads, reserves or walkways and to restore affected areas to their original condition.
"All existing developments currently contravening this directive are given a seven (7) day notice to remove any construction materials dumped on roads, reserves, or pathways and restore the affected areas."
The county has urged full compliance with the directive, emphasising that maintaining clean and accessible public spaces is critical for the city’s growth, safety and sustainability.
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