The value of recorded building plans passed (at current prices) decreased by 45,2% (-R29 597,9 million) during January to July 2020 compared with January to July 2019. Decreases were recorded for residential buildings (-48,6% or -R16 801,0 million), additions and alterations (-43,0% or -R7 514,0 million) and non-residential buildings (-39,4% or -R5 282,9 million).

The value of buildings reported as completed (at current prices) decreased by 56,4% (-R30 454,4 million) during January to July 2020 compared with January to July 2019. Decreases were recorded for residential buildings (-65,6% or -R21 669,3 million), non-residential buildings (-45,1% or -R6 146,8 million) and additions and alterations (-36,0% or -R2 638,3 million).