Man has adapted the environment for his purposes and needs for centuries. It is reflected, amongst others, in localization of dwellings and houses, a trend visible also in Ponidzie. The current layout of villages located in Ponidzie Landscape Park Complex has been developed in the mid-19th century, historical establishments interconnect elements of human activity and the landscape surrounding them. Social and economic changes lead to changes in the development of the village. The article deals with this problems and how they should be reflected in land use plans.