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House plans in Mombasa County

Modern house plans and building designs for Nyali, Bamburi, Shanzu, Kisauni, Likoni, Changamwe and Mombasa Island, from flat roof bungalows and maisonettes to rental apartments, schools and churches. Our architects design for Mombasa County's a hot, humid climate with salty sea air and heavy April–June rains, and the site visit is free.

Mombasa's plots in Nyali, Bamburi and Shanzu are in demand for holiday homes and serviced apartments, and designs should be built to resist salt air and humidity.

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Designing for Mombasa

  • Design for airflow: high ceilings, cross-ventilation, deep verandas and shaded balconies keep the house cool without running the AC all day.
  • Salt air corrodes steel quickly, so specify galvanised or stainless fixings, aluminium windows and a good concrete cover to the reinforcement.
  • Termites are active on the coast, so plan anti-termite treatment of the foundation and avoid untreated timber.

Popular materials here: coral stone, white-washed walls, makuti or clay tiles, and flat roofs with rooftop terraces for the sea breeze.

Getting plans approved in Mombasa 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 Mombasa CountyThe Mombasa 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 Mombasa County (2026)
House typeSizeStandard finishPremium finish
2 bedroom bungalow85 m²KSh 3.6M – KSh 4.5MKSh 5.2M – KSh 6.5M
3 bedroom bungalow140 m²KSh 6.0M – KSh 7.4MKSh 8.6M – KSh 11M
4 bedroom bungalow205 m²KSh 8.7M – KSh 11MKSh 13M – KSh 16M
4 bedroom maisonette250 m²KSh 11M – KSh 13MKSh 15M – KSh 19M
5 bedroom maisonette350 m²KSh 15M – KSh 19MKSh 22M – KSh 27M
12-unit rental apartment960 m²KSh 41M – KSh 51MKSh 59M – KSh 73M

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 Mombasa

  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 Mombasa 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 Mombasa, and pay the balance after the visit.

Do you do site visits in Nyali and Bamburi?+

Yes. The site visit is free across Mombasa County, including Nyali, Bamburi, Shanzu, Kisauni, Likoni, Changamwe, Mombasa Island.

How long does plan approval take in Mombasa 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 Mombasa?+

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 Mombasa? 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.