The article is devoted to the analysis of legal framework and theoretical provisions of the landscape approach to the formation of the system of ecologically balanced use of natural resources, the definition of its essence and content, highlighting of conditions and principles of its functioning. Proposals for elimination of legal problems in the field of development and realization of the concept of ecologically balanced use of natural resources are covered. It is determined that the legal formulation of landscape approach principle to the use of natural resources will ensure unity, integrity, comprehensiveness of nature management, coherence and balance of interests in this area, implementation of ideas for the formation of system of environmentally sustainable use of natural resources and sustainable development concept, and the adoption of relevant regulations will solve our state’s urgent task on the path to further European integration.