The value of recorded building plans passed (at current prices) increased by 33,4% (R4 920,8 million) during the first quarter of 2013 compared with the first quarter of 2012 The biggest increase was reported for non-residential buildings (107,9% or R3 137,1 million), followed by residential buildings (22,2% or R1 529,2 million) and additions and alterations (5,2% or R254,6 million).

The value of buildings reported as completed (at current prices) increased by 18,7% (R1 876,3 million) during the first quarter of 2013 compared with the first quarter of 2012. The biggest percentage increase was reported for non-residential buildings (29,9% or R687,5 million), followed by additions and alterations (21,2% or R556,0 million) and residential buildings (12,3% or R632,8 million) during the above-mentioned period.