Domiziano Kaburu Njeru v City Council of Nairobi [2007] KEHC 3545 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 3545
- Citation
- [2007] KEHC 3545 (KLR)
- Decided
- 18 June 2007
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TypeCivilPosturePreliminary objection to a suit for injunctionCoramM. ANG'AWA
Holding
The court lacks jurisdiction to hear the matter unless the plaintiff appeals the decision of the Director of City Planning or files a judicial review.
Facts
The plaintiff constructed a boundary wall on his property, which was later ordered to be demolished by the City Council of Nairobi. The plaintiff filed a suit seeking an injunction to restrain the demolition.
Issues
- Jurisdiction of the court to hear the matter
- Remedies available to the plaintiff
Reasoning
The court ruled that the plaintiff cannot seek an injunction against the City Council of Nairobi and that the only remedy available is an appeal to the liaison committee or a judicial review.
Outcome
The suit is struck out and the plaintiff is ordered to pay costs.
Orders
- Suit struck out
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Physical Planning Act Cap 286 Laws of Kenya
- City Planning Act Cap 286 Laws of Kenya
Cases cited (1)
- Shueb Adam Ali & 3 others v City Council of Nairobi
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