Building permits · Jul 2026
Maine Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Maine from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 1,023 units authorized in Jul 2026, 6,817 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 510 | 49.9% |
| 2-unit structures | 24 | 2.3% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 6 | 0.6% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 483 | 47.2% |
| All units | 1,023 | 100% |
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Maine building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Maine?+
1,023 new residential housing units were authorized in Maine in Jul 2026, and 6,817 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Maine?+
In Jul 2026, Maine permitted units were up 77.6% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 6,817 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
50.1% of Maine's Jul 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 49.9% were single-family.