Building permits · Jul 2026
Washington Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Washington from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 3,694 units authorized in Jul 2026, 39,766 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 1,610 | 43.6% |
| 2-unit structures | 62 | 1.7% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 36 | 1.0% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 1,986 | 53.8% |
| All units | 3,694 | 100% |
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Washington building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Washington?+
3,694 new residential housing units were authorized in Washington in Jul 2026, and 39,766 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Washington?+
In Jul 2026, Washington permitted units were up 37.9% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 39,766 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
56.4% of Washington's Jul 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 43.6% were single-family.