In August, multifamily construction permits fell by 16.8% year-over-year, despite a noteworthy 8.3% month-over-month increase. Notably, completions surged to a 50-year high, with 740,000 units delivered—a sign of ongoing projects reaching fruition.
The West led the decline with a 42% drop in permits, while the Northeast and Midwest saw decreases of 22.4% and 9.5%, respectively. However, the South, including major Florida metros like Miami, Orlando, and Tampa, experienced only a slight dip.
While overall multifamily starts dipped, single-family construction saw a 15.8% permit increase from July to August. This shift reflects changing dynamics in residential construction.
Moving forward, the multifamily sector's trajectory will depend on economic factors like interest rates and material costs. As the single-family market thrives with lower mortgage rates, the multifamily sector faces supply constraints.
Stay tuned for more insights as we navigate evolving market conditions!
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