After a challenging 2020 with the Covid-19 lockdown restrictions, 2021 proved to bounce back in a big way for Leelanau County Home Builders. 2021 Total Building Permits Issued in Leelanau increased +34.79% over 2020 and Total Value of Permits increased +65.35% to a new record high of almost $74 million! Many builders are now booking jobs 1-2 years in advance as they struggle to find enough employees.