Building permits · May 2026
Oregon Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Oregon from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 1,092 units authorized in May 2026, 15,493 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 845 | 77.4% |
| 2-unit structures | 50 | 4.6% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 11 | 1.0% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 186 | 17.0% |
| All units | 1,092 | 100% |
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Oregon building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Oregon?+
1,092 new residential housing units were authorized in Oregon in May 2026, and 15,493 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Oregon?+
In May 2026, Oregon permitted units were down 2.4% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 15,493 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
22.6% of Oregon's May 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 77.4% were single-family.