Note on the Committee on Housing, building and planning

Abstract

The Meeting of Experts on Housing Problems in Africa convened by the Economic Commission for Africa will find it useful for its deliberations and recommendations, to be informed of developments in regard to United Nations policy and organization generally, in the field of housing, building and physical planning. This short note explain the functions and policies of the Committee on Housing, Building and Planning established by the Economic and Social Council to give stronger and more specialized leadership at the United Nations level in housing, building, and physical planning.