The real value of recorded building plans passed (at constant 2010 prices) increased year-on-year by 16,2% (R4 796,7 million) during January to June 2013. All three major building categories showed increases, with the largest percentage increase reported for non-residential buildings (27,5% or R1 959,0 million), followed by residential buildings (18,6% or R2 459,0 million) and additions and alterations (4,1% or R378,7 million).

The real value of buildings reported as completed (at constant 2010 prices) increased year-on-year by 10,2% (R2 102,3 million) during January to June 2013. Increases were reported for additions and alterations (15,3% or R771,9 million), residential buildings (10,5% or R1 017,5 million) and non-residential buildings (5,3% or R312,9 million) during the above-mentioned period.