Single-Family Construction Permits in Leon County and Tallahassee
According to recent filings, the number of single-family construction permits issued in 2026 continues to surpass the figures from 2024 and 2025.
Permits
- September 2026: A significant increase of 119.4% compared to September 2025, with 68 permits issued.
- August 2026: 47 permits were issued.
- Previous 3 months (Jul. - Sep. 2025): The 3-month average shows a 74.4% increase in permits compared to the same period in 2024.
Permit Value
- September 2026: The permit value rose by 82.3%, reaching $14.4 million.
- 3-Month Average (Jul. - Sep. 2026): A 22.0% increase in the average permit value, from $10.9 million to $13.3 million.
Long-Term Trend
The chart below illustrates the monthly permit issuance over the last 37 months, with a 3-month average line:
- September 2023 - Present: The 3-month average trend shows a reversal from the decline starting in June 2025.
- Year-to-Date (YTD) Performance: Through September 2026, the cumulative permits (502) exceed the same period in 2025 (410) and 2024 (407).