Building permits · Jun 2026
New York Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for New York from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 4,393 units authorized in Jun 2026, 46,230 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 881 | 20.1% |
| 2-unit structures | 150 | 3.4% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 56 | 1.3% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 3,306 | 75.3% |
| All units | 4,393 | 100% |
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New York building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in New York?+
4,393 new residential housing units were authorized in New York in Jun 2026, and 46,230 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in New York?+
In Jun 2026, New York permitted units were up 53.8% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 46,230 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
79.9% of New York's Jun 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 20.1% were single-family.