Building permits · May 2026
Missouri Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Missouri from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 1,807 units authorized in May 2026, 17,645 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 1,056 | 58.4% |
| 2-unit structures | 92 | 5.1% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 47 | 2.6% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 612 | 33.9% |
| All units | 1,807 | 100% |
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Missouri building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Missouri?+
1,807 new residential housing units were authorized in Missouri in May 2026, and 17,645 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Missouri?+
In May 2026, Missouri permitted units were up 40% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 17,645 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
41.6% of Missouri's May 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 58.4% were single-family.