Building permits · May 2026
Kentucky Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Kentucky from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 1,007 units authorized in May 2026, 13,929 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 782 | 77.7% |
| 2-unit structures | 40 | 4.0% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 38 | 3.8% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 147 | 14.6% |
| All units | 1,007 | 100% |
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Kentucky building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Kentucky?+
1,007 new residential housing units were authorized in Kentucky in May 2026, and 13,929 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Kentucky?+
In May 2026, Kentucky permitted units were down 25.1% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 13,929 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
22.3% of Kentucky's May 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 77.7% were single-family.