Building permits · Jun 2026
Ohio Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Ohio from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 2,404 units authorized in Jun 2026, 31,701 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 1,697 | 70.6% |
| 2-unit structures | 78 | 3.2% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 99 | 4.1% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 530 | 22.0% |
| All units | 2,404 | 100% |
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Ohio building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Ohio?+
2,404 new residential housing units were authorized in Ohio in Jun 2026, and 31,701 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Ohio?+
In Jun 2026, Ohio permitted units were down 25.1% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 31,701 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
29.4% of Ohio's Jun 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 70.6% were single-family.