During the period of January-February 2026, 1,500 building permits were issued compared to 1,008 in the corresponding period of the previous year, recording an increase of 48.8%, according to data published by the Statistical Service on Friday.
The total value of these permits increased by 56.5% and the total area by 54.9%.
The number of dwelling units expected to be built with these permits amounts to 3,463, recording an increase of 79.2%.
Just in February, the number of building permits authorized during February 2026 stood at 711.
The total value of these permits reached €379.9 million and the total area 314.7 thousand square metres.
These building permits provide for the construction of 1,708 dwelling units.
