New Privately-Owned Housing Units Authorized but Not Started: Total Units
AUTHNOTT • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
285.40
Year-over-Year Change
3.41%
Date Range
4/1/1961 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The 'New Privately-Owned Housing Units Authorized but Not Started: Total Units' metric tracks the number of residential building permits issued that have not yet resulted in started construction, providing insights into future housing supply.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
This metric represents the total number of new privately-owned housing units that have been authorized through permits but have not yet begun construction. It serves as an indicator of potential future housing supply and can be used to assess housing market dynamics and construction industry trends.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of residential building permit issuers by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Historical Context
Policymakers and economists monitor this metric to gauge the health of the housing sector and anticipate future construction activity.
Key Facts
- The series began in 1970.
- Authorized but not started units provide a forward-looking view of housing supply.
- The metric is released monthly by the U.S. Census Bureau.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This metric tracks the number of new privately-owned housing units that have been authorized through permits but have not yet begun construction.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insights into future housing supply, which is important for assessing the health of the housing sector and anticipating future construction activity.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of residential building permit issuers by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and economists monitor this metric to gauge the health of the housing sector and anticipate future construction activity, which can inform policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The metric is released monthly by the U.S. Census Bureau, with a typical release lag of around 1-2 months.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, New Privately-Owned Housing Units Authorized but Not Started: Total Units (AUTHNOTT), retrieved from FRED.