The value of recorded building plans passed (at current prices) increased by 30,9% (R3 055,8 million) during January to February 2013 compared with January to February 2012. The biggest increase was reported for non-residential buildings (93,1% or R1 912,1 million), followed by residential buildings (20,5% or R931,6 million) and additions and alterations (6,5% or R212,2 million).

The value of buildings reported as completed (at current prices) increased by 24,7% (R1 522,0 million) during January to February 2013 compared with January to February 2012. The biggest percentage increase was reported for additions and alterations (27,2% or R433,0 million), followed by residential buildings (25,0% or R750,9 million) and non-residential buildings (21,6% or R338,2 million) during the above-mentioned period.