Building permits · May 2026
Tennessee Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Tennessee from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 3,146 units authorized in May 2026, 42,288 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 2,886 | 91.7% |
| 2-unit structures | 18 | 0.6% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 30 | 1.0% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 212 | 6.7% |
| All units | 3,146 | 100% |
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Tennessee building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Tennessee?+
3,146 new residential housing units were authorized in Tennessee in May 2026, and 42,288 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Tennessee?+
In May 2026, Tennessee permitted units were down 6.3% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 42,288 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
8.3% of Tennessee's May 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 91.7% were single-family.