The value of recorded building plans passed (at current prices) increased by 9,7% (R5 964,3 million) during January to November 2012 compared with January to November 2011. The biggest increase was reported for residential buildings (12,7% or R3 447,6 million), followed by additions and alterations (7,7% or R1 510,5 million) and non-residential buildings (6,9% or R1 006,2 million).

The value of buildings reported as completed (at current prices) increased by 5,1% (R2 005,3 million) during January to November 2012 compared with January to November 2011. Increases were reported for non-residential buildings (16,2% or R1 519,5 million) and residential buildings (8,4% or R1 622,9 million), while a decrease was reported for additions and alterations ( 10,7% or  R1 137,1 million) during the above-mentioned period.