Building permits · Jul 2026
Hawaii Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Hawaii from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 318 units authorized in Jul 2026, 3,412 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 194 | 61.0% |
| 2-unit structures | 12 | 3.8% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 112 | 35.2% |
| All units | 318 | 100% |
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Hawaii building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Hawaii?+
318 new residential housing units were authorized in Hawaii in Jul 2026, and 3,412 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Hawaii?+
In Jul 2026, Hawaii permitted units were up 3.6% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 3,412 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
39.0% of Hawaii's Jul 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 61.0% were single-family.