National Building Permits Show Modest Growth
The total number of construction permits issued in Bosnia and Herzegovina during August 2025 increased by 1.3% year-on-year, reaching 454. This data was released by the country's statistics office in its latest monthly report. The increase signals continued activity within the nation's construction sector, albeit with varying trends across different project types.
Detailed Breakdown of Permit Categories
A closer look at the August figures reveals a mixed performance across construction categories. Permits issued for buildings saw an annual increase of 6%, totaling 335. In contrast, permits for civil engineering projects experienced a decline of 9.8%, amounting to 119.
The number of planned dwellings covered by the permits issued in August 2025 was 755, marking an 18.5% decrease compared to the same month in the previous year.
Regional Trends in the Federation of BiH
Within the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, one of the country's two autonomous entities, building permits also showed an upward trend. The number of permits issued in the Federation increased by 2.5% year-on-year in August, reaching 284.
Further breaking down the Federation's data:
- Permits for residential and non-residential buildings slightly decreased by 0.4% year-on-year to 226.
- Permits for civil engineering projects in the Federation, however, saw a significant rise of 16%, totaling 58.
- The number of planned dwellings covered by permits in the Federation rose by 11.8% to 408 in August.
Broader Context and Previous Year's Performance
The overall construction sector in Bosnia and Herzegovina has demonstrated growth in recent periods. In 2024, the total number of building permits issued across the country rose by 14%. For comparison, in August 2024, the number of building permits stood at 448, remaining unchanged from August 2023. In August 2023, the country had recorded 448 permits, representing a substantial 28.7% increase year-on-year.
The Agency for Statistics of Bosnia and Herzegovina (BHAS) consistently provides these monthly statistics, offering insights into the nation's construction activity and economic development.
6 Comments
Africa
Civil engineering permits dropped almost 10%. Infrastructure is being neglected!
Muchacha
A 1.3% increase is better than a decline, indicating some stability in the sector. Yet, the significant decrease in planned dwellings nationally points to potential long-term demographic or economic issues.
dedus mopedus
Good to see the construction sector still growing, even modestly!
ytkonos
Positive trend for BiH's economy. More building means more jobs.
lettlelenok
While the overall permit increase is modest, the rise in building permits is a good sign for urban development. However, the drop in planned dwellings is a concern for future housing supply.
Noir Black
Federation showing strong growth in its permits, promising for the region.