A Law to Establish the Katsina State Urban and Regional Planning Board and for Connected Matters (Law No. 2 of 2011).

The Katsina State Urban and Regional Planning Board Law (2011) establishes a legal framework for organized physical planning and development across the state. It creates the Katsina State Urban and Regional Planning Board, responsible for initiating, preparing, and implementing regional, sub-regional, urban, local, and subject development plans. The law outlines the composition of the Board, including professionals from relevant fields, government ministries, and senatorial districts. It also empowers local governments to establish Local Planning Authorities for plan preparation and development control within their jurisdictions. The law provides for development permits, environmental impact assessments, enforcement notices, and penalties for unauthorized developments. It emphasizes public participation, coordination among government tiers, and periodic review of plans. Additionally, it establishes a Planning Tribunal for dispute resolution and appeals. The text consists of 98 Articles.