Building permits · May 2026
Wisconsin Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Wisconsin from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 1,933 units authorized in May 2026, 25,293 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 1,372 | 71.0% |
| 2-unit structures | 96 | 5.0% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 3 | 0.2% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 462 | 23.9% |
| All units | 1,933 | 100% |
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Wisconsin building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Wisconsin?+
1,933 new residential housing units were authorized in Wisconsin in May 2026, and 25,293 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Wisconsin?+
In May 2026, Wisconsin permitted units were down 36.4% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 25,293 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
29.0% of Wisconsin's May 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 71.0% were single-family.