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These Sun Belt States Are Falling Behind on Home Permitting, Study Finds
Realtor.com
These Sun Belt States Are Falling Behind on Home Permitting, Study Finds
In an era of strained housing affordability, new-home construction is one of the keys to easing the housing shortage. And some states are building faster than others. South Carolina, Idaho, and North Carolina lead the nation in permitting new homes, according to data from the Lied Center for Real Estate at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. On the other hand, the more affordable Midwest was stagnant. UNLV looked at data from the U.S. Census Bureau in the first eight months of this year compared to 2025.
Map Shows Which States Are Building Most New Homes
Newsweek
Map Shows Which States Are Building Most New Homes
South Carolina, the state with the fastest-growing population in the country, is also the one that is building the most new homes, according to a new analysis by University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) researchers.
Episode 391 | Cleaning Up Waterways Improves Local Economic Outcomes, with Max Harleman
Resources Radio
Episode 391 | Cleaning Up Waterways Improves Local Economic Outcomes, with Max Harleman
Half a million mining operations have been abandoned throughout the United States, and the tailings and runoff from those mines compromise waterways—from the small scale of creeks nearby to regional impacts on watersheds.
Las Vegas sees nation’s biggest drop in homebuilding permits
Las Vegas Review Journal
Las Vegas sees nation’s biggest drop in homebuilding permits
With builders pulling back on construction plans amid a drop in sales, Las Vegas’ homebuilding slowdown is dragging more than most.
Developers in Southern Nevada want more land
Las Vegas Review Journal
Developers in Southern Nevada want more land
The lack of land in Southern Nevada for building new homes and other development remains a hot topic for builders and other developers.
Turbulent market: Las Vegas housing on decades-long roller coaster of extremes
Las Vegas Review Journal
Turbulent market: Las Vegas housing on decades-long roller coaster of extremes
Five years ago, Las Vegas’ housing market was red-hot. Homes sold rapidly, as buyers flooded properties with offers and routinely paid over the asking price. One agent said he held an open house that drew so many people that local security did crowd control. Soon enough, however, the market had slammed the brakes, as sales totals plunged and prices tumbled.
“Land: Southern Nevada’s Ultimate Economic Constraint,” Highlights May 21 NAIOP Southern Nevada Breakfast
Nevada Business
“Land: Southern Nevada’s Ultimate Economic Constraint,” Highlights May 21 NAIOP Southern Nevada Breakfast
Local experts Cameron Belt, the senior economist and research director for RCG Economics, and Shawn McCoy, Ph.D., director of the Lied Center for Real Estate at UNLV, will analyze and discuss potential solutions to this critical issue facing our community.
Homebuilders address challenges in the market
Las Vegas Review Journal
Homebuilders address challenges in the market
It’s a challenging time for the Las Vegas homebuilding community and a gathering Thursday gave the industry a chance to share their thoughts on possible fixes and solutions.

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Daily Rundown: Nevada housing shortage, rising household debt and Harry Reid archive
K.N.P.R. News
Daily Rundown: Nevada housing shortage, rising household debt and Harry Reid archive
Nevada is falling behind the rest of the U.S. in building enough homes to sustain its growing population. That's according to a new UNLV housing supply rankings study, as reported by KNPR's Paul Boger.
The 10 US States Set to Build the Most Housing in the Coming Years
Business Insider
The 10 US States Set to Build the Most Housing in the Coming Years
Housing permits were "essentially flat" nationwide from January to August 2026 compared to the same months a year earlier, according to an October research report from the Lied Center for Real Estate at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
These Sun Belt States Are Falling Behind on Home Permitting, Study Finds
Realtor.com
These Sun Belt States Are Falling Behind on Home Permitting, Study Finds
In an era of strained housing affordability, new-home construction is one of the keys to easing the housing shortage. And some states are building faster than others. South Carolina, Idaho, and North Carolina lead the nation in permitting new homes, according to data from the Lied Center for Real Estate at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. On the other hand, the more affordable Midwest was stagnant. UNLV looked at data from the U.S. Census Bureau in the first eight months of this year compared to 2025.
These maps show which states are actually building housing
Business Insider
These maps show which states are actually building housing
The US housing pipeline is stalling — an indicator that affordable housing may remain hard to find nationwide. From January to August 2026, housing permits remained "essentially flat" nationwide, with a 0.05% increase since 2025, but a 4.1% drop since 2023, according to an October research report from the Lied Center for Real Estate at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
Map Shows Which States Are Building Most New Homes
Newsweek
Map Shows Which States Are Building Most New Homes
South Carolina, the state with the fastest-growing population in the country, is also the one that is building the most new homes, according to a new analysis by University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) researchers.
Why are we not building enough entry level homes in Las Vegas?
Las Vegas Real Estate NOW
Why are we not building enough entry level homes in Las Vegas?
Why isn’t Las Vegas building more entry-level homes, condos, and townhomes? The answer goes beyond construction costs. Harvey is joined by Nicholas Irwin and Patrick Blennerhassett to examine the shortage of entry-level housing across Clark County.
Nevada ranks 49th nationally in issuing housing permits, UNLV report finds
K.L.A.S. T.V. 8 News Now
Nevada ranks 49th nationally in issuing housing permits, UNLV report finds
Nevada ranks 49th out of 50 states and Washington, D.C., for its housing supply pipeline, according to a new report from UNLV’s Lied Center for Real Estate.
Nevada unemployment falls to 4.7%, lowest since pre-pandemic as Las Vegas adds jobs
K.S.N.V. T.V. News 3
Nevada unemployment falls to 4.7%, lowest since pre-pandemic as Las Vegas adds jobs
Nevada’s unemployment rate fell 0.1 percentage points over the last month, dropping to 4.7% — the lowest the state has seen since before the pandemic — as the state added jobs and reached a record high in total nonfarm employment.

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UNLV Study: Where U.S. States Rank on New Housing Supply Pipeline
An aerial image of rows of housing subdivisions
Business and Community | November 3, 2026

UNLV Study: Where U.S. States Rank on New Housing Supply Pipeline

Lied Center for Real Estate report pinpoints where permit, planning, and zoning choices are most likely to drive down prices; Nevada ranks 49 out of 51.

UNLV Newsmakers 2026: Summer Edition
students walking down stairs past UNLV signage, with the Flashlight sculpture in the background
Campus News | September 2, 2026

UNLV Newsmakers 2026: Summer Edition

A selection of prominent headlines featuring UNLV experts from July and August.

UNLV Newsmakers 2026: January
Some early studying during the opening week of the Spring 2026 semester (Josh Hawkins/UNLV).
Campus News | February 3, 2026

UNLV Newsmakers 2026: January

A look at some of the most eye-grabbing headlines featuring UNLV faculty, staff, and students.

UNLV Newsmakers 2025: September
Students on campus.
Campus News | October 6, 2025

UNLV Newsmakers 2025: September

A selection of top news headlines featuring UNLV faculty and students.

UNLV Newsmakers 2025: August
First day of classes.
Campus News | September 9, 2025

UNLV Newsmakers 2025: August

The top news stories starring university students and staff.

UNLV Newsmakers 2025: July
Campus beauty.
Campus News | August 6, 2025

UNLV Newsmakers 2025: July

A collection of the most prominent news stories from last month featuring UNLV staff and students.

UNLV Newsmakers 2025: April
UNLV seasonal eggs
Campus News | May 1, 2025

UNLV Newsmakers 2025: April

A collection of colorful headlines featuring UNLV staff and students.

The Interview: Nicholas Irwin
Nicholas Irwin in front of the Rebels Make It Happen banner
People | March 31, 2025

The Interview: Nicholas Irwin

Economics professor examines Las Vegas real estate and how environmental economics and market insights shape sustainable, resilient communities.

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Articles Featuring Shawn McCoy

Profile: Shawn McCoy
UNLV Study: Where U.S. States Rank on New Housing Supply Pipeline
An aerial image of rows of housing subdivisions
Business and Community | November 3, 2026

UNLV Study: Where U.S. States Rank on New Housing Supply Pipeline

Lied Center for Real Estate report pinpoints where permit, planning, and zoning choices are most likely to drive down prices; Nevada ranks 49 out of 51.

UNLV Newsmakers 2026: May
undergraduates
Campus News | June 1, 2026

UNLV Newsmakers 2026: May

A collection of top headlines featuring UNLV faculty and students.

UNLV Newsmakers 2026: January
Some early studying during the opening week of the Spring 2026 semester (Josh Hawkins/UNLV).
Campus News | February 3, 2026

UNLV Newsmakers 2026: January

A look at some of the most eye-grabbing headlines featuring UNLV faculty, staff, and students.

UNLV Newsmakers 2025: August
First day of classes.
Campus News | September 9, 2025

UNLV Newsmakers 2025: August

The top news stories starring university students and staff.

UNLV Newsmakers 2025: January
A UNLV student studies with the Strip in the distance.
Campus News | February 4, 2025

UNLV Newsmakers 2025: January

Headlines and highlights featuring the students and faculty of UNLV.

Housing Policy Forum Offers Data, Analysis, and Policy Solutions for Nevada
construction site with sunset in background
Campus News | September 16, 2024

Housing Policy Forum Offers Data, Analysis, and Policy Solutions for Nevada

Brookings Mountain West and the Lied Center for Real Estate at UNLV host national housing policy experts to present research and discuss housing finance system reforms on Sept. 23.

Real-Estate Risks: Building Homes in the Path of Western Wildfires
Wildfire scorch marks.
Research | May 5, 2023

Real-Estate Risks: Building Homes in the Path of Western Wildfires

UNLV research shows that FEMA-declared wildfire disasters in the fastest-growing home development areas have minimal impact on new home construction.

UNLV Newsmakers 2021: Research
people doing research
Research | December 27, 2021

UNLV Newsmakers 2021: Research

UNLV researchers made international headlines this year with their discoveries. Here's a roundup of some of our top stories of 2021.