Building permits · Jun 2026
Michigan Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Michigan from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 2,252 units authorized in Jun 2026, 23,187 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 1,620 | 71.9% |
| 2-unit structures | 58 | 2.6% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 75 | 3.3% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 499 | 22.2% |
| All units | 2,252 | 100% |
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Michigan building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Michigan?+
2,252 new residential housing units were authorized in Michigan in Jun 2026, and 23,187 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Michigan?+
In Jun 2026, Michigan permitted units were down 4.5% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 23,187 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
28.1% of Michigan's Jun 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 71.9% were single-family.