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

The value of building plans passed (at current prices) decreased by 6,9% (-R5 446,6 million) during January to September 2024 compared with January to September 2023. Decreases were reported for residential buildings (-R4 022,5 million) and additions and alterations (-R1 486,9 million).

The value of buildings reported as completed (at current prices) decreased by 10,4% (-R4 333,1 million) during January to September 2024 compared with January to September 2023. Decreases were reported for residential buildings (-R3 623,4 million) and non-residential buildings (-R1 852,1 million). An increase was reported for additions and alterations (R1 142,4 million).