Building permits · May 2026
New York Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for New York from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 3,609 units authorized in May 2026, 44,694 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 815 | 22.6% |
| 2-unit structures | 126 | 3.5% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 57 | 1.6% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 2,611 | 72.3% |
| All units | 3,609 | 100% |
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New York building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in New York?+
3,609 new residential housing units were authorized in New York in May 2026, and 44,694 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in New York?+
In May 2026, New York permitted units were up 16.8% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 44,694 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
77.4% of New York's May 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 22.6% were single-family.