Building permits · Jun 2026
Pennsylvania Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Pennsylvania from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 2,545 units authorized in Jun 2026, 24,904 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 1,280 | 50.3% |
| 2-unit structures | 32 | 1.3% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 59 | 2.3% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 1,174 | 46.1% |
| All units | 2,545 | 100% |
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Pennsylvania building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Pennsylvania?+
2,545 new residential housing units were authorized in Pennsylvania in Jun 2026, and 24,904 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Pennsylvania?+
In Jun 2026, Pennsylvania permitted units were up 9% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 24,904 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
49.7% of Pennsylvania's Jun 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 50.3% were single-family.