Building permits · May 2026
Nebraska Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Nebraska from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 695 units authorized in May 2026, 9,826 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 488 | 70.2% |
| 2-unit structures | 18 | 2.6% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 6 | 0.9% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 183 | 26.3% |
| All units | 695 | 100% |
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Nebraska building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Nebraska?+
695 new residential housing units were authorized in Nebraska in May 2026, and 9,826 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Nebraska?+
In May 2026, Nebraska permitted units were down 26.1% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 9,826 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
29.8% of Nebraska's May 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 70.2% were single-family.