Building permits · Jun 2026
California Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for California from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 10,013 units authorized in Jun 2026, 109,950 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 5,776 | 57.7% |
| 2-unit structures | 308 | 3.1% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 145 | 1.4% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 3,784 | 37.8% |
| All units | 10,013 | 100% |
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California building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in California?+
10,013 new residential housing units were authorized in California in Jun 2026, and 109,950 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in California?+
In Jun 2026, California permitted units were up 2.7% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 109,950 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
42.3% of California's Jun 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 57.7% were single-family.