Building permits · Jul 2026
Michigan Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Michigan from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 2,026 units authorized in Jul 2026, 22,926 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 1,504 | 74.2% |
| 2-unit structures | 42 | 2.1% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 15 | 0.7% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 465 | 23.0% |
| All units | 2,026 | 100% |
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Michigan building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Michigan?+
2,026 new residential housing units were authorized in Michigan in Jul 2026, and 22,926 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Michigan?+
In Jul 2026, Michigan permitted units were down 11.4% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 22,926 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
25.8% of Michigan's Jul 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 74.2% were single-family.