Buildings

CPC v2.1 Code: 531

About buildings

cpc code 531 covers the buildings industry, which is a critical component of the broader construction sector. This industry is responsible for the design, construction, and maintenance of various types of structures, from residential homes to commercial and industrial buildings. The buildings industry plays a vital role in shaping the built environment, supporting economic growth, and providing essential spaces for living, working, and commerce.

Production process

The production techniques used in the buildings industry involve a multi-step process that includes planning, design, procurement, and construction. Architects and engineers work closely with construction teams to develop detailed blueprints and specifications. Construction workers then use a variety of tools and equipment, such as cranes, excavators, and power tools, to assemble the building components, which may include materials like concrete, steel, wood, and glass.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the buildings industry include raw materials such as 321 Lumber and Wood Products, 327 Nonmetallic Mineral Products, and 332 Fabricated Metal Products. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized machinery, equipment, and skilled labor, including carpenters, masons, electricians, and plumbers, to complete the construction process.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the buildings industry are the completed structures, which can be used for residential, commercial, or industrial purposes. These buildings may then be occupied and utilized by other industries, such as 541 Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services for office space, 722 Food Services and Drinking Places for restaurants and retail establishments, or 622 Hospitals for healthcare facilities.

Family tree for buildings

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/5'>5: Constructions and construction services</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/53'>53: Constructions</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/531'>531: Buildings</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/532'>532: Civil engineering works</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/5311'>5311: Residential buildings</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/5312'>5312: Non-residential buildings</a>"]


    %% Color coordination by level

    classDef level1 color:#000,fill:#a8f9ff,stroke:#333,stroke-width:2px
    classDef level2 color:#000,fill:#e0a458,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level3 color:#000,fill:#419d78,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level4 color:#000,fill:#c04abc,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level5 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level6 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef highlight color:#000,fill:#fff,stroke:#000,stroke-width:5px



  %% Apply classes
  class A level1
class B level2
class C level3
class D level3
class E level4
class F level4

  class C highlight

  %% class A level1
  %% class B,C level2
  %% class D,E,F,G,H,I level2
  %% class J,K,L,M,N,O,P level3
  %% class C highlight