This document has been written to assist the shelter Cluster to rapidly determine common shelter programs in response to Cyclone Sidr. As such, the following is a compilation of many of the thoughts and ideas being expressed by a range of actors in the Shelter sector, as discussed at TWIG and Cluster meetings both at the national and regional level. The following does not intend to provide a set answer or a fate accompli but rather to facilitate the discussion between Cluster members on commonalities of approach. It is hoped that this process will assist the Cluster to, as rapidly as possible, produce an agreed set of guidelines and recommendations that both donors and implementers can use in their planning and program development. As such, all comments and feedback are truly welcomed.