Building permits · May 2026
West Virginia Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for West Virginia from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 320 units authorized in May 2026, 4,100 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 290 | 90.6% |
| 2-unit structures | 6 | 1.9% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 24 | 7.5% |
| All units | 320 | 100% |
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West Virginia building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in West Virginia?+
320 new residential housing units were authorized in West Virginia in May 2026, and 4,100 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in West Virginia?+
In May 2026, West Virginia permitted units were down 19.6% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 4,100 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
9.4% of West Virginia's May 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 90.6% were single-family.