The real value of recorded building plans passed (at constant 2010 prices) increased year-on-year by 10,2% (R6 728,1 million) in 2013. All three major building categories showed increases, with the largest percentage increase reported for non-residential buildings (23,3% or R3 701,1 million), followed by residential buildings (9,0% or R2 677,3 million) and additions and alterations (1,7% or R349,7 million).

The real value of buildings reported as completed (at constant 2010 prices) increased year-on-year by 9,8% (R4 151,2 million) in 2013. Increases were reported for additions and alterations (13,5%), non-residential buildings (13,1%) and residential buildings (6,3%).