IMPROVING LIVES THROUGH DATA ECOSYSTEMS

The value of recorded building plans passed (at current prices) increased by 2,0% (R1 497,3 million) during January to August 2018 compared with January to August 2017. Increases were recorded for residential buildings (7,1% or R2 592,3 million) and additions and alterations (3,8% or R709,0 million). A decrease was recorded for non-residential buildings (-10,1% or -R1 804,1 million).

The growth rate for buildings reported as completed (at current prices) was flat during January to August 2018 compared with January to August 2017. A decrease was recorded for non-residential buildings (-19,0% or -R2 406,7 million). Increases were recorded for additions and alterations (11,3% or R838,1 million) and residential buildings (6,4% or R1 589,9 million).