The Tri-Cities Building Association reports building permit activity during the year.  Since 2005 we experienced a decline in new construction through 2008.  Last year had an 8% increase in new construction over the prior year.   The City of Pasco continues to lead the growth in the Tri-Cities.  The following chart illustrates the decline followed by growth.

Residential Building Permits - Tri-Cities

 

2009

2008

2007

2006

2005

Franklin County

62

60

55

45

54

Pasco

465

395

507

665

991

Benton County

108

105

156

154

195

Kennewick

248

226

335

315

432

Richland

352

356

436

408

495

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Totals

1235

1142

1489

1587

2167