Building permits · May 2026
Louisiana Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Louisiana from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 1,531 units authorized in May 2026, 14,470 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 1,274 | 83.2% |
| 2-unit structures | 28 | 1.8% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 3 | 0.2% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 226 | 14.8% |
| All units | 1,531 | 100% |
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Louisiana building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Louisiana?+
1,531 new residential housing units were authorized in Louisiana in May 2026, and 14,470 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Louisiana?+
In May 2026, Louisiana permitted units were up 39.1% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 14,470 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
16.8% of Louisiana's May 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 83.2% were single-family.