Building permits · Jul 2026
Arizona Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Arizona from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 3,392 units authorized in Jul 2026, 45,514 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 2,429 | 71.6% |
| 2-unit structures | 90 | 2.7% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 72 | 2.1% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 801 | 23.6% |
| All units | 3,392 | 100% |
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Arizona building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Arizona?+
3,392 new residential housing units were authorized in Arizona in Jul 2026, and 45,514 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Arizona?+
In Jul 2026, Arizona permitted units were down 25% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 45,514 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
28.4% of Arizona's Jul 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 71.6% were single-family.