Building permits · May 2026
Vermont Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Vermont from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 125 units authorized in May 2026, 2,304 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 103 | 82.4% |
| 2-unit structures | 6 | 4.8% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 6 | 4.8% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 10 | 8.0% |
| All units | 125 | 100% |
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Vermont building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Vermont?+
125 new residential housing units were authorized in Vermont in May 2026, and 2,304 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Vermont?+
In May 2026, Vermont permitted units were down 26.5% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 2,304 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
17.6% of Vermont's May 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 82.4% were single-family.