Nairobi City County Signage License Fees, Bylaws & Application Guide 2026

Navigating Signage Permits in Nairobi City County

Operating a commercial business in Nairobi requires compliance with the Nairobi City County Outdoor Advertising and Signage Bylaws. Whether installing a 3D acrylic illuminated sign in Westlands or an ACP fascia board in Industrial Area, securing the appropriate license protects your business from sudden removal notices and penalty fees.

1. Key Signage Categories Recognized by the County

• Wall-Mounted Fascia Signs: Signs affixed flat against the building exterior. Fees are calculated per square meter per year.
• Projecting Blade Signs: Signs projecting perpendicularly over sidewalks or public pedestrian ways.
• Freestanding Pylons and Totem Signs: Signs erected on private land or road reserves requiring civil engineering approval and NTSA/KeNHA clearance when adjacent to highways.
• Directional Signs: Road reserve directional signs directing motorists to commercial properties.

2. Required Application Documentation

To secure a signage approval permit, commercial property owners must submit:

1. Scaled architectural elevation drawing showing the building frontage and proposed sign dimensions.
2. Structural engineer certification for heavy pylon signs or cantilevered projections exceeding 2.5 meters.
3. High-resolution photo mockup of the storefront.
4. Copy of the business single business permit (SBP) and KRA PIN certificate.

3. How We Can Help

When you order an outdoor sign from SignShop Kenya, we can prepare the sign drawings and specifications that county licensing officers usually ask for, so your application is complete.