Indiana’s new home construction permits rise 7% in January

INDIANAPOLIS (March 6, 2025) – Indiana’s home building industry is maintaining positive momentum into 2025, with single-family building permits on the rise. 

The Indiana Builders Association (IBA) reports that 1,353 single-family permits were issued statewide in January 2025. This is a 7% increase from the 1,269 permits pulled in January 2024. Additionally, this figure represents an 11% increase from December 2024, when 1,216 permits were issued.

“The steady increase in permits is a strong indicator of Indiana’s healthy housing market,” said Ryan Baker, IBA President. “With demand for new construction remaining high, we’re optimistic about continued growth in 2025.”

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ABOUT IBA: The Indiana Builders Association (IBA) is a statewide trade organization representing Indiana’s home building, remodeling, and light commercial construction industry. Established in 1952, IBA has 20 local affiliates across Indiana and is associated with the National Association of Home Builders in Washington, D.C. IBA educates and advocates for the construction industry to positively impact legislative, regulatory, and legal issues that affect housing affordability. More information can be found at www.buildindiana.org.