Building permits · Jun 2026
Minnesota Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Minnesota from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 2,430 units authorized in Jun 2026, 21,927 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 1,366 | 56.2% |
| 2-unit structures | 20 | 0.8% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 25 | 1.0% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 1,019 | 41.9% |
| All units | 2,430 | 100% |
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Minnesota building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Minnesota?+
2,430 new residential housing units were authorized in Minnesota in Jun 2026, and 21,927 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Minnesota?+
In Jun 2026, Minnesota permitted units were up 61.6% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 21,927 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
43.8% of Minnesota's Jun 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 56.2% were single-family.