The value of recorded building plans passed by larger municipalities (at current prices) increased by 5,8% (R1 066,4 million) during January to April 2011 compared with January to April 2010. The biggest increase was reported for residential buildings (10,1% or R776,3 million), followed by non-residential buildings (8,1% or R331,5 million). A slight decrease was reported for additions and alterations (-0,6% or -R41,4 million).

The value of buildings reported as completed to larger municipalities (at current prices) increased by 4,8% (R600,8 million) during January to April 2011 compared with January to April 2010. The biggest increase was reported for additions and alterations (18,1% or R602,7 million), followed by residential buildings (4,2% or R249,4 million). Non-residential buildings reported a decrease of 7,4% (-R251,3 million) during the above-mentioned period.