City building permits · Jun 2026
Somerville borough Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Somerville borough, New Jersey — 51 units in Jun 2026, 237 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 0 | 0.0% |
| 2-unit structures | 0 | 0.0% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 51 | 100.0% |
| All units | 51 | 100% |
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Somerville borough building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Somerville borough, New Jersey?+
51 new residential units were authorized in Somerville borough in Jun 2026, and 237 over the trailing 12 months, per the Census Building Permits Survey.
What types of housing is Somerville borough permitting?+
In Jun 2026, 0 single-family and 51 units in 5+ unit buildings were permitted — 100.0% of the total was multifamily.
Why might Somerville borough's numbers be zero some months?+
Permit activity is lumpy at the city level, and small jurisdictions may report to the Census with a lag. Zero in a month means no permits were reported, not necessarily no construction interest.