Building permits · May 2026
Kansas Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Kansas from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 1,080 units authorized in May 2026, 11,702 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 588 | 54.4% |
| 2-unit structures | 220 | 20.4% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 53 | 4.9% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 219 | 20.3% |
| All units | 1,080 | 100% |
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Kansas building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Kansas?+
1,080 new residential housing units were authorized in Kansas in May 2026, and 11,702 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Kansas?+
In May 2026, Kansas permitted units were up 10.1% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 11,702 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
45.6% of Kansas's May 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 54.4% were single-family.