Building permits · Jul 2026
Montana Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Montana from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 606 units authorized in Jul 2026, 5,761 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 244 | 40.3% |
| 2-unit structures | 30 | 5.0% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 73 | 12.0% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 259 | 42.7% |
| All units | 606 | 100% |
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Montana building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Montana?+
606 new residential housing units were authorized in Montana in Jul 2026, and 5,761 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Montana?+
In Jul 2026, Montana permitted units were up 59.5% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 5,761 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
59.7% of Montana's Jul 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 40.3% were single-family.