IMPROVING LIVES THROUGH DATA ECOSYSTEMS

The value of recorded building plans passed (at current prices) increased by 2,5% (R435,5 million) during January to February 2019 compared with January to February 2018. Residential buildings increased by 19,9% (R1 626,2 million). Decreases were recorded for non-residential buildings (-22,5% or -R1 038,1 million) and additions and alterations (-3,5% or -R152,6 million).

The value of buildings reported as completed (at current prices) increased by 30,1% (R2 968,2 million) during January to February 2019 compared with January to February 2018. Increases were recorded for non-residential buildings (83,7% or R1 949,7 million) and residential buildings (20,5% or R1 165,5 million). Additions and alterations fell by 8,0% (-R147,0 million).