Building permits · May 2026
New Mexico Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for New Mexico from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 589 units authorized in May 2026, 7,675 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 537 | 91.2% |
| 2-unit structures | 4 | 0.7% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 6 | 1.0% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 42 | 7.1% |
| All units | 589 | 100% |
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New Mexico building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in New Mexico?+
589 new residential housing units were authorized in New Mexico in May 2026, and 7,675 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in New Mexico?+
In May 2026, New Mexico permitted units were down 11.3% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 7,675 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
8.8% of New Mexico's May 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 91.2% were single-family.