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House plans in Marsabit County

Modern house plans and building designs for Marsabit Town, Moyale, Laisamis and Sololo, from flat roof bungalows and maisonettes to rental apartments, schools and churches. Our architects design for Marsabit County's a hot, dry, semi-arid to arid climate with intense sun and scarce water, and the site visit is free.

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Designing for Marsabit

  • Keep the heat out: thick walls, small shaded windows on the east and west, deep verandas, courtyards and light-coloured roofs.
  • Water is precious, so every design includes rainwater harvesting and storage, and we can plan for a borehole and solar pumping.
  • Solar power is very productive here. We orient the roof to carry panels and water heaters.

Popular materials here: stone, stabilised soil blocks, concrete block, and reflective roofs.

Getting plans approved in Marsabit County

  1. 1Architectural & structural drawingsPrepared and signed by a registered architect and structural engineer. That's us, with the structural add-on.
  2. 2Submit to Marsabit CountyThe Marsabit County Government planning department reviews the drawings with your ownership documents (title deed or lease) and rates clearance.
  3. 3NCA project registrationThe contractor registers the project with the National Construction Authority before work starts.
  4. 4NEMA (larger projects)Apartments, schools, hotels and other large projects usually need an Environmental Impact Assessment licence.
  5. 5Inspections & occupation certificateCounty inspectors check the works at key stages, then issue the occupation certificate when you finish.
Estimated building costs in Marsabit County (2026)
House typeSizeStandard finishPremium finish
2 bedroom bungalow85 m²KSh 3.5M – KSh 4.4MKSh 5.1M – KSh 6.4M
3 bedroom bungalow140 m²KSh 5.8M – KSh 7.3MKSh 8.4M – KSh 11M
4 bedroom bungalow205 m²KSh 8.6M – KSh 11MKSh 12M – KSh 15M
4 bedroom maisonette250 m²KSh 10M – KSh 13MKSh 15M – KSh 19M
5 bedroom maisonette350 m²KSh 15M – KSh 18MKSh 21M – KSh 26M
12-unit rental apartment960 m²KSh 40M – KSh 50MKSh 58M – KSh 72M

Indicative ranges for labour and materials, excluding land, professional fees and approvals. For an exact figure, order a Bill of Quantities or try our building cost calculator.

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How it works in Marsabit

  1. 1

    Choose a plan or go custom

    Pick any design, or tell us your dream: bedrooms, floors, roof, and extras like a pool, gym or gazebo.

  2. 2

    Pay 50% via M-Pesa

    Pay the deposit securely by M-Pesa STK push, Paybill or bank. We get your order on WhatsApp and email instantly.

  3. 3

    FREE site visit

    Our architect visits your plot to check the size, slope, soil, access, views and county zoning.

  4. 4

    Pay balance & get drawings

    Clear the balance after the site visit. We deliver the full drawings, with revisions, ready for approval and your fundi.

Frequently asked questions

How much are house plans in Marsabit County?+

Architectural drawings start at KSh 69,500 and are priced by floor area. Pay 50% via M-Pesa to start, get a free site visit anywhere in Marsabit, and pay the balance after the visit.

Do you do site visits in Marsabit Town and Moyale?+

Yes. The site visit is free across Marsabit County, including Marsabit Town, Moyale, Laisamis, Sololo.

How long does plan approval take in Marsabit County?+

It depends on the county's workload and on whether your documents are complete. Typically it takes 30–60 days from submission. With our approval add-on we handle the submission and follow-ups for you.

Can I get a construction loan for a house in Marsabit?+

Yes. Our partner banks offer construction loans and mortgages. We provide the drawings, BQ and valuation-ready documents the bank needs. Tick 'bank financing' when you order.

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Building in Marsabit? Let's design it.

Architectural drawings from KSh 69,500. Pay just 50% to start, get a FREE site visit, and pay the balance after we've seen your plot. Bank financing is available.