Labor Commissioner Luke Farley Releases N.C. Department of Labor’s First-Quarter FY 2026-2027 Elevator Index
Today, the North Carolina Department of Labor (NCDOL) released its first Quarterly Elevator Index for the 2026-2027 state fiscal year, highlighting new elevator device permits and active devices across the state.
Year-to-date figures demonstrate continued growth:
- 2025-2026 Q1 New Device Permits: 265
- 2026-2027 Q1 New Device Permits: 221 (-16.6%)
- Total Active Devices: 32,439
While new device permits totaled 221 in the first quarter of FY 2026-2027, down from 265 during the same period the previous fiscal year, permitting activity continues across North Carolina, reflecting ongoing development and investment throughout the state.
“We continue to see new elevator device permits issued each quarter, reflecting ongoing development and investment in communities across North Carolina,” said Labor Commissioner Luke Farley. “These numbers offer a snapshot of how our state continues to grow, with new projects and infrastructure supporting communities in every corner of North Carolina.”
Top five counties for new permits:
- Mecklenburg – 61
- Wake – 17
- Guilford – 16
- Buncombe – 12
- Alamance – 9
NCDOL’s Quarterly Elevator Index tracks permitting activity and the number of active elevator devices across North Carolina, providing insight into trends in the state’s elevator industry.
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