in 2013, following protracted legal challenges, china jiangxi international was contracted to resume construction by adding 31 new stories to the existing structure. the total cost of the project is budgeted at ksh6.7 billion (approx. us$67.3 million). when complete, rental income is projected at about ksh100 million (approx. us$1 million) per month. the kenyan parliament is considering leasing space in the building for its members.