Building permits · Jul 2026
South Carolina Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for South Carolina from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 4,436 units authorized in Jul 2026, 46,376 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 3,940 | 88.8% |
| 2-unit structures | 10 | 0.2% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 12 | 0.3% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 474 | 10.7% |
| All units | 4,436 | 100% |
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South Carolina building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in South Carolina?+
4,436 new residential housing units were authorized in South Carolina in Jul 2026, and 46,376 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in South Carolina?+
In Jul 2026, South Carolina permitted units were up 17.7% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 46,376 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
11.2% of South Carolina's Jul 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 88.8% were single-family.