Building permits · Jul 2026
Wisconsin Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Wisconsin from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 2,634 units authorized in Jul 2026, 25,487 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 1,340 | 50.9% |
| 2-unit structures | 82 | 3.1% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 1,212 | 46.0% |
| All units | 2,634 | 100% |
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Wisconsin building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Wisconsin?+
2,634 new residential housing units were authorized in Wisconsin in Jul 2026, and 25,487 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Wisconsin?+
In Jul 2026, Wisconsin permitted units were down 13.9% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 25,487 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
49.1% of Wisconsin's Jul 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 50.9% were single-family.