Langata sub-county · Nairobi
Nairobi West Ward
Nairobi West is one of the 5 wards of Langata sub-county in Nairobi. It covers about 6.9 km². In our records it is mixed Urban Residential and Institutional.
From the ward boundaries and records on the Nairobi Maps map. Updated 2026-10-10.
Places in Nairobi West
- Nairobi West Estate
- Madaraka
- Airport View
- Nairobi Dam Estate
- Ruby Estate
- Memon Estate
- Nyayo Stadium
Zoning in Nairobi West Ward
What the Development Control Policy 2026 allows depends on the zone. These zones cover Nairobi West:
| Zone | Share of ward | Most floors | Coverage | Plot ratio | Smallest plot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South B and Plainsview | 71% | 16 | 50% | 800% | 0.05 ha |
| Madaraka | 17% | 15 | 50% | 750% | 0.05 ha |
| Langata Commercial Core | 12% | 15 | 50% | 750% | 0.05 ha |
Building or changing the use here?
Applications go to Nairobi City County on NPDMS. How planning approval works in Nairobi, which approval you need, and what to check on the plot first. Many projects also need NEMA’s environmental licence: NEMA licences in Nairobi.
Water and sewer in Nairobi West
On the map, the City Water Reticulation and Trunk sewer layers show the water mains and trunk sewers near a plot in Nairobi West. How to apply for a water connection or a sewer connection, Nairobi Water’s regions and the supply days by area.
Registration blocks in Nairobi West
- Block 24 · Uhuru Gardens
- Block 103 · Nairobi West
- Block 65 · Makadara
- Block 228 · Barracks
- Block 68 · South C
Wards next to Nairobi West
Ward office
Madaraka Estate – Alpha Court
Member of County Assembly in our ward records: Hon. John Rex Omolleh.
Nairobi West ward maps
Drawn maps of Nairobi West Ward and its boundary, where we hold them, are listed here with their price and can be downloaded once bought — here or from the ward's panel on the map. If we hold none yet, you can ask us to find one at no charge.
Questions about Nairobi West Ward
Which sub-county is Nairobi West Ward in?
Nairobi West Ward is in Langata sub-county, Nairobi City County, alongside Karen, Mugumo-ini, Nyayo Highrise and South C wards.
What zoning applies in Nairobi West Ward?
Mostly the South B and Plainsview zone (about 71% of the ward), then Madaraka and Langata Commercial Core. Each zone sets its own floors, ground coverage, plot ratio and smallest plot under the Development Control Policy 2026.
How do I find a parcel in Nairobi West Ward?
Open the Nairobi Maps map at Nairobi West, zoom in until the parcel outlines appear and tap a parcel — or type its LR, block or FR number into the search box.