The Economic Commission for Europe (ECE) Committee on Human Settlements carried out this study on Lithuania's housing sector as part of its analysis of housing sector reform in countries with economies in transition. This report arose from two fact-finding missions by an international team of experts to Lithuania between 21-24 February, and 16-19 May 1999. The report's objective was to identify positive trends and problem areas, so as to be able to assess the implementation of national policies and strategies, and the social and economic consequences of housing reform for the Lithuanian people. The study concludes that the long term development of the Lithuanian housing sector will depend on the further restructuring of its legal, financial and institutional frameworks. Accelerating the restructuring of the housing sector along market principles is linked to the stabilisation of the economy. Growth and investment in housing can be maintained if the sector becomes sufficiently competitive and attractive.