Building permits · May 2026
Pennsylvania Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Pennsylvania from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 1,930 units authorized in May 2026, 24,694 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 1,276 | 66.1% |
| 2-unit structures | 50 | 2.6% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 80 | 4.1% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 524 | 27.2% |
| All units | 1,930 | 100% |
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Pennsylvania building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Pennsylvania?+
1,930 new residential housing units were authorized in Pennsylvania in May 2026, and 24,694 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Pennsylvania?+
In May 2026, Pennsylvania permitted units were down 4.5% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 24,694 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
33.9% of Pennsylvania's May 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 66.1% were single-family.