Land use planning and building regulation in informal settlements in Tanzania mainland

Mwikwabe, Patrick S. (2023) Land use planning and building regulation in informal settlements in Tanzania mainland. Masters thesis, The Open University of Tanzania.

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Abstract

This research examines land use planning and building regulations within informal settlements in Tanzania. The legal framework and regulations governing land use planning and construction in Tanzania are comprehensive and provide guidelines for the appropriate use of land for building purposes. However, despite these regulations that strictly prohibit any development in planning areas without prior planning consent, numerous urban areas in Tanzania continue to witness unplanned settlements. This issue is the primary focus of our study. The study is carried out to scrutinize the regulatory framework that governs land use planning and building activities within informal settlements in the Tanzanian Mainland. To accomplish this, the Doctrinal legal research method was employed. The findings reveal that the implementation and enforcement of land use planning processes are inadequate in responding to the growing demand for planned settlements on the Tanzanian mainland. Additionally, there are institutional challenges in the areas of financing, cooperation, coordination, law enforcement, and personnel. In light of these challenges, the study recommends a series of measures, including reforms to existing laws, proactive planning strategies, the formulation of urban land use planning policies, initiatives aimed at providing housing for low-income individuals, the activation of the land compensation fund, enhanced coordination, and a greater display of political will and commitment.

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