Building permits · May 2026
North Carolina Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for North Carolina from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 7,781 units authorized in May 2026, 85,035 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 5,602 | 72.0% |
| 2-unit structures | 78 | 1.0% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 47 | 0.6% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 2,054 | 26.4% |
| All units | 7,781 | 100% |
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North Carolina building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in North Carolina?+
7,781 new residential housing units were authorized in North Carolina in May 2026, and 85,035 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in North Carolina?+
In May 2026, North Carolina permitted units were up 5.9% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 85,035 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
28.0% of North Carolina's May 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 72.0% were single-family.