Building permits · Jul 2026
Pennsylvania Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Pennsylvania from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 2,519 units authorized in Jul 2026, 25,468 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 1,416 | 56.2% |
| 2-unit structures | 46 | 1.8% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 107 | 4.2% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 950 | 37.7% |
| All units | 2,519 | 100% |
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Pennsylvania building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Pennsylvania?+
2,519 new residential housing units were authorized in Pennsylvania in Jul 2026, and 25,468 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Pennsylvania?+
In Jul 2026, Pennsylvania permitted units were up 28.8% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 25,468 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
43.8% of Pennsylvania's Jul 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 56.2% were single-family.