Planning and Economic Development shares easy‑to‑use data that helps residents see how our city is growing. 
Explore information about community demographics, new development, and business activity to understand the trends shaping our neighborhoods and local economy.

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Planning and Economic Development

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Houston, the 4th largest city in the United States, is a dynamic, growing city, rich in culture and diversity. The Planning & Development Department’s mission is to grow and preserve Houston’s diverse communities to create a resilient city.

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Excel spreadsheet containing monthly numbers of single-family and multi-family residential building permits from 2004 to present. 

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City of Houston Residential Building Permits by Month and Year