Building permits · May 2026
North Dakota Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for North Dakota from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 279 units authorized in May 2026, 2,357 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 191 | 68.5% |
| 2-unit structures | 14 | 5.0% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 74 | 26.5% |
| All units | 279 | 100% |
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North Dakota building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in North Dakota?+
279 new residential housing units were authorized in North Dakota in May 2026, and 2,357 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in North Dakota?+
In May 2026, North Dakota permitted units were down 8.8% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 2,357 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
31.5% of North Dakota's May 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 68.5% were single-family.