Authorized floor area in Martinique, France
Authorized floor area in Martinique, France stood at 5,493 M² in Aug 2026, according to SDES – Service des données et études statistiques (Ministère de la Transition écologique). It is one of the indicators in the Non-residential construction table (Value · Monthly), with a complete series running from Jan 2013 to Aug 2026. The complete series with an interactive chart, free to download.
This indicator in the Non-residential construction table
| Indicator | 08-2026 | 07-2026 | 06-2026 | 05-2026 | 04-2026 | 03-2026 | 02-2026 | 01-2026 | 12-2025 | 11-2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Floor area authorised | |||||||||||
| Martinique | 5,493 | 2,738 | 7,941 | 6,213 | 4,698 | 1,555 | 5,442 | 3,581 | 4,042 | 19,989 | |
| French Guiana | 226 | 2,063 | 3,713 | 983 | 3,401 | 80 | 7,300 | 6,466 | 3,374 | 22,673 |
Understanding authorized floor area in Martinique, France
The aggregate floor area sanctioned by local administrative authorities for non-residential construction projects within this overseas department is recorded in this table. Commercial properties, industrial facilities, and public service buildings authorized via official permits are included, with the series differing from other regional entries exclusively by its territorial boundary. Housing developments and civil engineering works lacking enclosed interior space are excluded.
When reviewing these statistics, analysts should account for the impact of localized project timing on monthly series, where individual approvals can create substantial statistical movement. Year-on-year percentage comparisons provide a more stable perspective by neutralizing seasonal and irregular administrative variations. Users must also keep in mind that authorized floor space represents intentions rather than completed physical assets.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary unit of measurement for this series?
- Square metres of authorized non-residential floor area.
- How should analysts handle volatility in small regional datasets?
- By focusing on annual trends rather than monthly fluctuations which can be skewed by single projects.
- Does this metric track public sector buildings as well as private commercial ones?
- Yes, both private and public non-residential projects are included as long as they receive official permits.