The Republic of Lithuania Law on Territorial Planning governs the planning of the nation’s territory, including its continental shelf and exclusive economic zone in the Baltic Sea. A key objective of this law is to ensure sustainable development and rational urbanization while emphasizing the preservation of heritage sites. The law mandates systematic solutions for territorial planning and requires compatibility and interaction between different levels of planning documents. It specifically aims to safeguard valuable landscapes, biodiversity, and natural and cultural heritage values. This includes the preservation of both natural heritage sites and cultural heritage, ensuring that urban development does not compromise these important areas. The provisions of the law are harmonized with European Union legal acts, ensuring that heritage preservation meets EU standards. This alignment underscores Lithuania’s commitment to maintaining its natural and cultural heritage while pursuing sustainable development goals.
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