Key findings: P5041.1 - Selected building statistics of the private sector as reported by local government institutions, July 2024

The value of building plans passed (at current prices) decreased by 11,1% (-R6 871,6 million) during January to July 2024 compared with January to July 2023. Decreases were reported for residential buildings (-R4 406,7 million), additions and alterations (-R1 608,4 million) and non-residential buildings (-R856,5 million).

The value of buildings reported as completed (at current prices) decreased by 13,1% (-R4 149,5 million) during January to July 2024 compared with January to July 2023. Decreases were reported for residential buildings (-R2 687,2 million) and non-residential buildings (-R2 221,9 million). An increase was reported for additions and alterations (R759,7 million).