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A Florida appraiser is valuing a waterfront property in Miami-Dade County that has experienced significant hurricane damage but has been partially repaired. The property has an existing seawall that does not meet current FEMA flood zone requirements. What is the most appropriate approach for the appraiser to handle this valuation challenge?

Correct Answer

D) Consider all three approaches while accounting for functional obsolescence due to the non-conforming seawall

The appraiser should use all applicable approaches while recognizing that the non-conforming seawall represents functional obsolescence that affects market value. Option A is incorrect because relying on only one approach limits accuracy. Option B is wrong as it ignores current market conditions. Option D is incorrect as appraisers can value properties in various states of repair with proper disclosure.

Answer Options
A
Use only the cost approach and deduct for all necessary upgrades to meet current standards
B
Refuse to appraise the property until all repairs are completed
C
Apply the sales comparison approach using only pre-hurricane sales data
D
Consider all three approaches while accounting for functional obsolescence due to the non-conforming seawall

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hurricane_damagefunctional_obsolescencewaterfront_propertyFEMA_compliance
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