Key International Instruments and Guidelines for Modern State Housing Policy

This analytical paper, prepared within the UN4UkrainianCities project framework, examines fundamental international instruments and guidelines for developing modern state housing policies. The document provides a comprehensive overview of key legal frameworks that establish housing as a fundamental human right and offers guidance for creating sustainable national housing strategies.

The paper analyzes major international treaties, conventions, and declarations that shape housing rights and policy development. It emphasizes that adequate housing encompasses more than basic shelter - it includes security of tenure, access to essential services, and protection from discrimination. The document also outlines core principles for sustainable housing development and provides guidance for states developing national housing strategies.

This resource is particularly relevant for policymakers and stakeholders involved in housing policy development and urban planning.