Russian Federation

This is one of a series of profiles on housing sectors in transition economy countries which are designed to assist the relevant governments to improve the performance of their housing sector while promoting sustainable development.

This edition focuses on the Russian Federation and considers key trends and policy developments, socio-economic, legal, financial and institutional frameworks, as well as looking at the major challenges for the country's housing sector, particularly the management of existing housing stock and social housing issues.

Other topics covered include: utility services, new construction and urban planning, land management and real property market development.