Building permits · May 2026
Nevada Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Nevada from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 840 units authorized in May 2026, 14,466 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 742 | 88.3% |
| 2-unit structures | 6 | 0.7% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 92 | 11.0% |
| All units | 840 | 100% |
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Nevada building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Nevada?+
840 new residential housing units were authorized in Nevada in May 2026, and 14,466 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Nevada?+
In May 2026, Nevada permitted units were down 46.1% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 14,466 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
11.7% of Nevada's May 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 88.3% were single-family.