According to the latest HBW residential construction permit data, Texas recorded 4,836 new permits in September 2026, representing nearly $1.8 billion in total construction value. That’s a lot of slabs, a lot of lumber, and—if you’re a construction professional—a healthy … Continue reading
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So it’s that time of year again—the season when we grab HBW’s five‑year trend report and take a good, hard look at how new residential construction is shaping up across the metro Atlanta area. Think of it as our annual … Continue reading
Last week, we took a look and shared data from the latest building permits on record in Florida for August, at which time we noted that the state posted 7,842 new residential construction permits, a 28% month‑over‑month increase, with an … Continue reading
Florida’s residential construction market decided to stretch its legs a bit in August 2026—and frankly, it was about time. After a couple of steady and consistent months, the Sunshine State posted 7,842 new residential construction permits, marking a month‑over‑month increase … Continue reading
If you work in residential construction, you already know that permit data is the early indicator of market velocity, competitive pressure, pricing trends, and, in practical terms, which builders are securing the strongest competitive position in each metro. As reported … Continue reading
If you felt the ground rumbling in Texas last month, don’t worry—it wasn’t seismic activity. It was the sound of builders across the Lone Star State firing up their crews, sharpening their pencils, and pulling permits at a pace that … Continue reading
If there is one thing Texas builders know, it is that the market has a rhythm — a natural ebb and flow not unlike the state’s weather patterns. One month you’re sprinting to keep up with demand, and the next … Continue reading
According to the latest HBW residential construction permit data, there were 5,468 new permits recorded for the Lone Star State last month—representing nearly $1.8 billion in total construction value. For anyone in the industry, that’s not just arbitrary numbers; rather … Continue reading
If you have been following the HBW blog, then you already know that Florida’s residential construction market doesn’t do “slow seasons”—it simply shifts gears. And according to the latest HBW residential construction permit data, July 2026 was no exception. With … Continue reading
Florida’s residential construction market has always had a way of changing things up—booms, dips, surges, stalls, and the occasional surprise spotlight on a region that no one expected to lead the pack. Through the second quarter of 2026, the latest … Continue reading