Building permits · Jul 2026
Kentucky Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Kentucky from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 1,101 units authorized in Jul 2026, 13,657 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 686 | 62.3% |
| 2-unit structures | 74 | 6.7% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 32 | 2.9% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 309 | 28.1% |
| All units | 1,101 | 100% |
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Kentucky building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Kentucky?+
1,101 new residential housing units were authorized in Kentucky in Jul 2026, and 13,657 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Kentucky?+
In Jul 2026, Kentucky permitted units were down 10.7% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 13,657 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
37.7% of Kentucky's Jul 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 62.3% were single-family.