IMPROVING LIVES THROUGH DATA ECOSYSTEMS

The value of recorded building plans passed (at current prices) increased by 74,2% (R22 794,1 million) during January to June 2021 compared with January to June 2020. Increases were recorded for residential buildings (91,2% or R13 751,6 million), additions and alterations (65,4% or R5 498,0 million) and non-residential buildings (49,2% or R3 544,5 million).

The value of buildings reported as completed (at current prices) increased by 32,6% (R6 339,4 million) during January to June 2021 compared with January to June 2020. Increases were recorded for residential buildings (73,3% or R6 190,8 million) and additions and alterations (39,0% or R1 544,0 million). A decrease was recorded for non-residential buildings (-19,9% or -R1 395,4 million).