IMPROVING LIVES THROUGH DATA ECOSYSTEMS

The value of recorded building plans passed (at current prices) increased by 10,3% (R3 154,6 million) during January to April 2018 compared with January to April 2017. Increases were recorded for additions and alterations (11,9% or R970,0 million), non-residential buildings (11,1% or R764,6 million) and residential buildings (9,1% or R1 420,0 million).

The value of buildings reported as completed (at current prices) decreased by 11,2% (-R2 412,2 million) during January to April 2018 compared with January to April 2017. Decreases were recorded for residential buildings (-16,1% or -R2 037,2 million) and non-residential buildings (-15,2% or -R823,7 million). An increase was recorded for additions and alterations (13,3% or R448,7 million).