Building permits · Jun 2026
Wisconsin Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Wisconsin from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 2,398 units authorized in Jun 2026, 25,912 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 1,471 | 61.3% |
| 2-unit structures | 128 | 5.3% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 8 | 0.3% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 791 | 33.0% |
| All units | 2,398 | 100% |
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Wisconsin building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Wisconsin?+
2,398 new residential housing units were authorized in Wisconsin in Jun 2026, and 25,912 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Wisconsin?+
In Jun 2026, Wisconsin permitted units were up 34.8% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 25,912 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
38.7% of Wisconsin's Jun 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 61.3% were single-family.