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A WA valuer is using the residual (hypothetical development) method to value a development site. Which of the following is NOT a component of this method?

Correct Answer

C) The capitalised net rental income from the buildings now on the site

The residual method calculates land value by deducting all development costs (construction, fees, finance, marketing) and developer's profit from the estimated gross realisation of the completed project. The capitalised net rental income of existing improvements is not a component — it belongs to the income capitalisation method.

Answer Options
A
Gross realisation, meaning the total sale proceeds of the completed development
B
Development costs, including construction, professional fees and finance costs
C
The capitalised net rental income from the buildings now on the site
D
The developer's profit and risk allowance on the completed project

Why This Is the Correct Answer

The residual method works from the completed development's value down to land value; the income from existing buildings belongs to the capitalisation method, not this one.

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