Building permits · Jul 2026
Vermont Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Vermont from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 138 units authorized in Jul 2026, 2,283 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 110 | 79.7% |
| 2-unit structures | 12 | 8.7% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 3 | 2.2% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 13 | 9.4% |
| All units | 138 | 100% |
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Vermont building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Vermont?+
138 new residential housing units were authorized in Vermont in Jul 2026, and 2,283 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Vermont?+
In Jul 2026, Vermont permitted units were down 28.9% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 2,283 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
20.3% of Vermont's Jul 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 79.7% were single-family.