Building permits · May 2026
Massachusetts Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Massachusetts from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 1,452 units authorized in May 2026, 11,413 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 454 | 31.3% |
| 2-unit structures | 30 | 2.1% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 37 | 2.5% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 931 | 64.1% |
| All units | 1,452 | 100% |
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Massachusetts building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Massachusetts?+
1,452 new residential housing units were authorized in Massachusetts in May 2026, and 11,413 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Massachusetts?+
In May 2026, Massachusetts permitted units were up 33.8% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 11,413 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
68.7% of Massachusetts's May 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 31.3% were single-family.