Building permits · May 2026
Montana Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Montana from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 520 units authorized in May 2026, 5,481 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 232 | 44.6% |
| 2-unit structures | 34 | 6.5% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 15 | 2.9% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 239 | 46.0% |
| All units | 520 | 100% |
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Montana building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Montana?+
520 new residential housing units were authorized in Montana in May 2026, and 5,481 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Montana?+
In May 2026, Montana permitted units were up 28.4% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 5,481 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
55.4% of Montana's May 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 44.6% were single-family.