Building permits · Jul 2026
Rhode Island Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Rhode Island from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 220 units authorized in Jul 2026, 2,085 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 73 | 33.2% |
| 2-unit structures | 38 | 17.3% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 19 | 8.6% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 90 | 40.9% |
| All units | 220 | 100% |
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Rhode Island building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Rhode Island?+
220 new residential housing units were authorized in Rhode Island in Jul 2026, and 2,085 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Rhode Island?+
In Jul 2026, Rhode Island permitted units were up 49.7% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 2,085 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
66.8% of Rhode Island's Jul 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 33.2% were single-family.