According to filings with Leon County and the City of Tallahassee, the number of single-family residential construction permits was up 26.1% in March 2026 when compared to March 2025.
There were 58 permits issued in March 2026, compared to 46 permits issued one year ago. There were 37 permits issued last month, February 2026.
The 3-Mnth Avg. data (Jan. – Mar.), which smooths out the month-to-month volatility, shows a 2.6% decrease in the number of permits issued over the same 3-month period one year ago.
The 3-Mnth Avg. data show a 2.4% increase in monthly average permit value during this period. The 3-month average permit values increased from $12.7 million in March 2026 to $13.0 million in March 2026…