Building permits · May 2026
Maine Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Maine from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 601 units authorized in May 2026, 6,230 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 425 | 70.7% |
| 2-unit structures | 12 | 2.0% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 27 | 4.5% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 137 | 22.8% |
| All units | 601 | 100% |
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Maine building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Maine?+
601 new residential housing units were authorized in Maine in May 2026, and 6,230 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Maine?+
In May 2026, Maine permitted units were down 2.8% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 6,230 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
29.3% of Maine's May 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 70.7% were single-family.