IMPROVING LIVES THROUGH DATA ECOSYSTEMS

The value of recorded building plans passed (at current prices) increased by 44,5% (R2 479,8 million) in January 2022 compared with January 2021. Increases were recorded for non-residential buildings (95,8% or R396,0 million), residential buildings (50,1% or R1 821,8 million) and additions and alterations (17,2% or R262,0 million).

The value of buildings reported as completed (at current prices) increased by 11,5% (R311,3 million) in January 2022 compared with January 2021. Increases were recorded for additions and alterations (34,1% or R190,3 million) and residential buildings (22,4% or R348,8 million). A decrease was recorded for non-residential buildings (-38,4% or -R227,7 million).