IMPROVING LIVES THROUGH DATA ECOSYSTEMS

The value of recorded building plans passed (at current prices) increased by 70,7% (R25 531,5 million) during January to July 2021 compared with January to July 2020. Increases were recorded for residential buildings (85,2% or R15 388,8 million), additions and alterations (65,1% or R6 426,0 million) and non-residential buildings (45,5% or R3 716,7 million).

The value of buildings reported as completed (at current prices) increased by 31,5% (R7 342,2 million) during January to July 2021 compared with January to July 2020. Increases were recorded for residential buildings (52,7% or R5 913,1 million) and additions and alterations (43,4% or R2 029,0 million). A decrease was recorded for non-residential buildings (-8,1% or -R599,9 million).