Building permits · May 2026
Rhode Island Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Rhode Island from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 110 units authorized in May 2026, 2,021 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 57 | 51.8% |
| 2-unit structures | 34 | 30.9% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 9 | 8.2% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 10 | 9.1% |
| All units | 110 | 100% |
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Rhode Island building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Rhode Island?+
110 new residential housing units were authorized in Rhode Island in May 2026, and 2,021 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Rhode Island?+
In May 2026, Rhode Island permitted units were down 23.1% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 2,021 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
48.2% of Rhode Island's May 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 51.8% were single-family.