Building permits · Jul 2026
Utah Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Utah from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 2,633 units authorized in Jul 2026, 26,587 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 1,419 | 53.9% |
| 2-unit structures | 52 | 2.0% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 52 | 2.0% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 1,110 | 42.2% |
| All units | 2,633 | 100% |
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Utah building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Utah?+
2,633 new residential housing units were authorized in Utah in Jul 2026, and 26,587 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Utah?+
In Jul 2026, Utah permitted units were up 44.5% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 26,587 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
46.1% of Utah's Jul 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 53.9% were single-family.