Building permits · May 2026
Arkansas Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Arkansas from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 1,238 units authorized in May 2026, 15,957 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 793 | 64.1% |
| 2-unit structures | 58 | 4.7% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 36 | 2.9% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 351 | 28.4% |
| All units | 1,238 | 100% |
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Arkansas building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Arkansas?+
1,238 new residential housing units were authorized in Arkansas in May 2026, and 15,957 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Arkansas?+
In May 2026, Arkansas permitted units were up 56.9% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 15,957 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
35.9% of Arkansas's May 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 64.1% were single-family.