Building permits · May 2026
Minnesota Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Minnesota from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 2,011 units authorized in May 2026, 21,001 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 1,214 | 60.4% |
| 2-unit structures | 30 | 1.5% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 6 | 0.3% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 761 | 37.8% |
| All units | 2,011 | 100% |
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Minnesota building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Minnesota?+
2,011 new residential housing units were authorized in Minnesota in May 2026, and 21,001 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Minnesota?+
In May 2026, Minnesota permitted units were down 0.6% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 21,001 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
39.6% of Minnesota's May 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 60.4% were single-family.