Building permits · Jul 2026
Indiana Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Indiana from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 2,354 units authorized in Jul 2026, 27,651 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 1,797 | 76.3% |
| 2-unit structures | 82 | 3.5% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 3 | 0.1% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 472 | 20.1% |
| All units | 2,354 | 100% |
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Indiana building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Indiana?+
2,354 new residential housing units were authorized in Indiana in Jul 2026, and 27,651 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Indiana?+
In Jul 2026, Indiana permitted units were down 12.5% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 27,651 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
23.7% of Indiana's Jul 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 76.3% were single-family.