Building permits · May 2026
Alabama Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Alabama from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 1,914 units authorized in May 2026, 20,479 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 1,644 | 85.9% |
| 2-unit structures | 2 | 0.1% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 3 | 0.2% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 265 | 13.8% |
| All units | 1,914 | 100% |
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Alabama building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Alabama?+
1,914 new residential housing units were authorized in Alabama in May 2026, and 20,479 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Alabama?+
In May 2026, Alabama permitted units were up 32.3% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 20,479 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
14.1% of Alabama's May 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 85.9% were single-family.