The value of recorded building plans passed by larger municipalities (at current prices) increased by 5,3% (R1 250,8 million) during January to May 2011 compared with January to May 2010. The biggest increase was reported for non-residential buildings (13,6% or R708,0 million), followed by residential buildings (6,9% or R699,3 million). A slight decrease was reported for additions and alterations (-1,9% or -R156,6 million).

The value of buildings reported as completed to larger municipalities (at current prices) decreased by 3,9% (-R695,5 million) during January to May 2011 compared with January to May 2010. The biggest decrease was reported for non-residential buildings (-13,5% or -R660,5 million), followed by residential buildings (-5,3% or -R448,1 million). Additions and alterations reported an increase of 9,5% (R413,1 million) during the above-mentioned period.