New-Construction Projects

Financing

Residential Construction Loan Volume Sees Sharpest Drop Since 2012

Lack of funding sees builder sentiment dip—for now

A single-family home under construction in Utah mountains

New-Construction Projects

Single-Family Housing Starts Are on the Rise

While multifamily starts saw a month-over-month decrease, single-family starts increased

A row of townhomes sit under construction

Market Data + Trends

Amid Ongoing Affordability Challenges, Builders Turn to High-Density Options

The construction of townhomes and condos has increased, while single-family home completions are down

A row of single-family homes sits under construction

Market Data + Trends

New-Home Sales Drop in August

Despite recent reports of falling mortgage rates, new-home sales in August fell by 4.7% month-over-month

New-Construction Projects

Housing Starts Increase in August

Data show housing starts for single-family homes in August were up 15.8% from July

Housing Markets

20 Housing Markets Seeing the Most Residential Growth

With a more than 106% change in the value of new housing, Las Vegas is among the metros seeing the fastest growth in home construction

View of Las Vegas homes with mountains in the background

Single-Family Homes

Single-Family Build Time Grew in 2023

The amount of time it takes to complete a single-family home increased primarily due to stricter regulations and a shortage of construction workers

A framed single-family home against a blue sky

Market Data + Trends

July Sees Uptick in New-Home Sales

This growth can be attributed to new-home price cuts, higher inventory, and buyer incentives

A row of new homes sits under construction

Market Data + Trends

Home Starts in Age-Restricted Communities Drop Year-Over-Year

Despite long-term growth in the sector, the number of age-restricted home starts in 2023 fell by 17%

Market Data + Trends

Slowdown in Housing Starts Continues in July

This summer saw a dip in housing starts. A decrease in building permits could signal even fewer starts in the coming months

A view of a roofline on a house that remains under construction

Design

A Boutique Condominium Development Tackles a Challenging Infill Site

Irregular infill lots are becoming the norm for local developers and builders around Seattle. Such sites demand creative design solutions, and Steeple Rock Condominiums delivers

Market Data + Trends

Survey Indicates Growing Support for Middle Housing Development

Most homeowners are in favor of ADUs, duplexes, and other types of middle housing development if they will improve inventory

Government + Policy

HUD Announces $100M in Funding for Program Aimed at Boosting Housing Production

The program is intended to reduce barriers to housing development and make homes more affordable

A residential community under construction

Innovation

3D Printed Community of 100 Homes Nears Completion in Texas

ICON says the 3D printing techniques used in the project allow for a quicker process with less waste and fewer workers

A 3-D printer prints the walls of a single-family home

Residential Construction Loan Volume Sees Sharpest Drop Since 2012

Single-Family Housing Starts Are on the Rise

Amid Ongoing Affordability Challenges, Builders Turn to High-Density Options

New-Home Sales Drop in August

Home Builders Institute's Schools to Skills Grant Application Open Through December

As Mortgage Rates Rise, Buyers Lose Purchasing Power

Renters Are Choosing Single-Family Homes for These Features