Key findings: P5041.1 - Selected building statistics of the private sector as reported by local government institutions, February 2018

The value of recorded building plans passed (at current prices) increased by 8,4% (R1 325,6 million) during January to February 2018 compared with January to February 2017. Increases were recorded for additions and alterations (18,4% or R709,9 million), residential buildings (5,9% or R452,6 million) and non-residential buildings (3,9% or R163,1 million).

The value of buildings reported as completed (at current prices) increased by 4,3% (R386,9 million) during January to February 2018 compared with January to February 2017. Increases were recorded for additions and alterations (15,7% or R250,0 million) and non-residential buildings (9,9% or R210,6 million). A decrease was recorded for residential buildings (-1,4% or -R73,7 million).