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In SA, how should a valuer approach the valuation of a property affected by contamination?

Correct Answer

B) Assess the impact on value by considering remediation costs, stigma, potential liability, and the effect on the property's permitted uses under EPA guidelines

A valuer must assess contaminated land by considering estimated remediation costs, any residual stigma effect, potential ongoing liability, EPA requirements, and the impact on the property's permitted uses and development potential.

Answer Options
A
Ignore the contamination as it does not affect market value
B
Assess the impact on value by considering remediation costs, stigma, potential liability, and the effect on the property's permitted uses under EPA guidelines
C
Automatically reduce the value by 50%
D
Refuse to value the property until contamination is fully remediated

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contaminated landremediation costsstigma effect
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