Building permits · May 2026
South Dakota Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for South Dakota from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 496 units authorized in May 2026, 5,302 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 304 | 61.3% |
| 2-unit structures | 12 | 2.4% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 24 | 4.8% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 156 | 31.5% |
| All units | 496 | 100% |
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South Dakota building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in South Dakota?+
496 new residential housing units were authorized in South Dakota in May 2026, and 5,302 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in South Dakota?+
In May 2026, South Dakota permitted units were up 33.3% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 5,302 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
38.7% of South Dakota's May 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 61.3% were single-family.