Mwaniki & 2 others v Gicheha & 3 others (2006) 1KLR (E&L) [2006] KEHC 12 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 12
- Citation
- [2006] KEHC 12 (KLR)
- Decided
- 9 June 2006
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TypeCivilPostureAppeal from the High Court, NairobiCoramAluoch
Holding
The defendants are likely to contravene the provisions of Section 75 of the Act due to the lack of provisions for the disposal of effluent discharge.
Facts
The plaintiffs filed a suit against the defendants seeking a permanent injunction to restrain them from constructing a slaughter house in Limuru Township due to environmental concerns.
Issues
- Whether complainants who are not land owners have a right to commence action in the High Court to enforce their rights.
- Whether the defendants have complied with the Environmental Management and Co-ordination Act, 1999, particularly sections 58 and 75.
Reasoning
The evidence shows that no system of waste disposal has been provided by the defendants, and they are almost ready for use.
Outcome
Application allowed.
Orders
- Application allowed.
Authorities cited
Legislation (3)
- Environmental Management and Co-ordination Act (No 8 of 1999)
- Public Health Act (cap 242)
- Physical Planning Act 1996 (Act No 6 of 1996)
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