Building Statistics

The value of recorded building plans passed (at current prices) was 6,8%
(-R303,6 million) lower during January 2012 compared with January 2011. The only decrease was reported for non-residential buildings (-55,9% or -R926,0 million). Increases were reported for residential buildings (26,5% or R414,7 million) and additions and alterations (16,3% or R207,8 million).

The value of buildings reported as completed (at current prices) increased by 12,0% (R278,1 million) during January 2012 compared with January 2011 Increases were reported for non-residential buildings (55,7% or R247,7 million) and residential buildings (12,4% or R139,1 million) while a decrease was reported for additions and alterations (-14,6% or -R108,7 million).