Building permits · Jul 2026
New York Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for New York from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 4,556 units authorized in Jul 2026, 47,895 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 928 | 20.4% |
| 2-unit structures | 182 | 4.0% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 97 | 2.1% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 3,349 | 73.5% |
| All units | 4,556 | 100% |
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New York building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in New York?+
4,556 new residential housing units were authorized in New York in Jul 2026, and 47,895 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in New York?+
In Jul 2026, New York permitted units were up 57.6% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 47,895 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
79.6% of New York's Jul 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 20.4% were single-family.