IMPROVING LIVES THROUGH DATA ECOSYSTEMS

The value of recorded building plans passed (at current prices) increased by 34,1% (R8 752,3 million) during January to April 2021 compared with January to April 2020. Increases were recorded for residential buildings (44,9% or R5 612,0 million), non-residential buildings (24,1% or R1 457,9 million) and additions and alterations (23,6% or R1 682,4 million).

The value of buildings reported as completed (at current prices) decreased by 4,6% (-R780,4 million) during January to April 2021 compared with January to April 2020. A decrease was recorded for non-residential buildings (-48,8% or -R3 120,6 million). Increases were recorded for residential buildings (29,7% or R2 140,8 million) and additions and alterations (5,8% or R199,4 million).