According to filings with Leon County and the City of Tallahassee, the number of single-family residential construction permits was up 27.3% in April 2026 when compared to April 2025.
There were 70 permits issued in April 2026, compared to 55 permits issued one year ago. There were 58 permits issued last month, March 2026.
The 3-Mnth Avg. data (Feb. – Apr.), which smooths out the month-to-month volatility, shows a 18.8% increase in the number of permits issued over the same 3-month period one year ago.
The 3-Mnth Avg. data show a 0.8% increase in monthly average permit value during this period. The 3-month average permit values increased from $12.1 million in April 2025 to $12.2 million in April 2026…