Building permits · Jun 2026
Montana Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Montana from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 354 units authorized in Jun 2026, 5,535 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 257 | 72.6% |
| 2-unit structures | 20 | 5.6% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 23 | 6.5% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 54 | 15.3% |
| All units | 354 | 100% |
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Montana building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Montana?+
354 new residential housing units were authorized in Montana in Jun 2026, and 5,535 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Montana?+
In Jun 2026, Montana permitted units were up 18% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 5,535 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
27.4% of Montana's Jun 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 72.6% were single-family.