Building permits · Jul 2026
Ohio Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Ohio from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 3,198 units authorized in Jul 2026, 32,124 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 1,864 | 58.3% |
| 2-unit structures | 70 | 2.2% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 113 | 3.5% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 1,151 | 36.0% |
| All units | 3,198 | 100% |
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Ohio building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Ohio?+
3,198 new residential housing units were authorized in Ohio in Jul 2026, and 32,124 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Ohio?+
In Jul 2026, Ohio permitted units were up 15.2% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 32,124 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
41.7% of Ohio's Jul 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 58.3% were single-family.