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Nairobi Block 99 (Karura)
Nairobi Block 99, Karura, is a land registration block in Nairobi: parcels here are numbered Nairobi/Block 99/ and the plot number. It covers about 57 ha in Karura ward and holds about 230 parcels.
From the survey blocks and parcel cadastre on the Nairobi Maps map. Updated 2026-10-24.
Finding a plot in Block 99
Type the block and plot number into the search box on the map — 99/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 99/ and the plot. Capital letters, spaces and words like “Nairobi” or “Block” do not matter. The map opens on the parcel, with its size, its zoning and its survey plans. The details behind a parcel are for Gold and Platinum members; the outlines are free to see.
Zoning in Block 99
| Zone | Share of block | Most floors | Coverage | Plot ratio | Smallest plot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Runda Residential | 100% | 1 | 25% | 50% | 0.2 ha |
Wards
Blocks next to Block 99
Survey plans for Block 99
The Registry Index Map sheets for this block show every parcel in it with its number. On the map, tap the block in the Survey Blocks layer: each sheet is listed and can be bought on its own by Gold and Platinum members. A parcel’s own survey plan (FR) is in its details.
The block’s gazetted boundary
It commences at co-ordinate (258125mE, 9864824mN) where it intersects with Tara Road. It is bordered by Nairobi blocks 194 to the East, 195 to the North and 230 to the South. The boundary runs South west for a distance of 401 meters to coordinate (258002mE, 9864442mN) where it intersects with a river. It follows a curvilinear path along a river towards North West for a distance of 563 meters to co-ordinate (257620mE, 9864697mN). It runs north east for a distance of 435 meters where it intersects with Ruaka road at co-ordinate (255711mE, 9865124mN). It moves further north east for a distance of 566 meters to co-ordinate (258039mE, 9865588mN). Then it moves south east for a distance of 530 meters to co-ordinate (258558mE, 9865476mN). Afterwards moves south west for a distance of 799 meters where it meets Tara road at co-ordinate (258142mE, 9864809mN) where it intersects with Baobab road at co-ordinate (258376mE, 9865155mN). It runs north along Tara road for a distance of 22 meters to where it commenced. The following block border Block 99; Nairobi Block 194 to the North and East part, Block 230 to the South and Nairobi Block 195 to the West.
The official description of the block’s boundary, as recorded. Coordinates are in metres on the survey grid.
Questions about Block 99
What is Nairobi Block 99?
A land registration block in Nairobi, known as Karura. Parcels in it are numbered Nairobi/Block 99/ followed by the plot number, and the block has its own Registry Index Map sheets.
How many parcels are in Nairobi Block 99?
About 230 on the Nairobi Maps cadastre; half of them are smaller than 0.202 ha.
Where is Nairobi Block 99?
In Karura ward, Westlands sub-county, covering about 57 ha.
How do I find a plot in Nairobi Block 99?
Type the block and plot number into the Nairobi Maps search box — for example 99/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 99/ and the plot. The map opens on the parcel with its size, zoning and survey plans.