Building permits · Jul 2026
Tennessee Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Tennessee from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 4,028 units authorized in Jul 2026, 41,652 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 2,542 | 63.1% |
| 2-unit structures | 58 | 1.4% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 78 | 1.9% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 1,350 | 33.5% |
| All units | 4,028 | 100% |
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Tennessee building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Tennessee?+
4,028 new residential housing units were authorized in Tennessee in Jul 2026, and 41,652 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Tennessee?+
In Jul 2026, Tennessee permitted units were down 2.5% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 41,652 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
36.9% of Tennessee's Jul 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 63.1% were single-family.