Level 1 - 3 Flashcards
Purpose of a development appraisal?
Assess the financial viability of a development scheme.
Why is a development appraisal used?
- Establish a residual site value.
- Assess profitability of a scheme
- Assess sensitivity to changing inputs.
BASED ON CLIENTS INPUTS
What is a residual site valuation?
Market value of a site based on market inputs at the time of the valuation
Limitations of Residual Valuation
- Importance of accurate inputs
- Sensitive to minor adjustments
- Cross check with comparable site.
- Assumed 100% debt finance
What is the methodology of a residual site valuation?
- GDV
- Site Preparation costs
- Planning costs (S106, CIL)
- Build costs
5.Professional Fees (8-12%)
6.Contingency (5-10% build costs)
7.Markeing costs - Disposal Fees
- Finance (100% debt)
10.Developers Profit (15-20%)
11.SENSITIVTY
How do you calculate the GDV?
- Market value of proposed scheme at todays date
- Use comparable method
What are the planning costs?
- Section 106 payments (Negotiable planning obligations)
- CIL (Fixed payment, local and mayoral)
- Other costs - Planning consultant fees, Planning application
What are the build costs?
- Cost to build the development. ON GIA
- Found using Build Cost Information Server (BCIS)
- Average prices page on BCIS
- Or use QS
- S curve used to show construction costs. Most money used in middle of development
What are professional fees?
- 10-15% of total construction costs.
- Architects, surveyors, engineers, contractors
what are the Marketing costs?
1-2% of GDV. Assume realistic marketing budget.
What are disposal fees?
Sales agent - 1.5%
Legal fees - 0.35%
How do you calculate the finance rate?
Assumes 100% debt finance.
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What is Developers Profit?
- 15-20% - dependant on risk
- Profit on cost or GDV
What is a sensitivity analysis?
- Helps make more informed decisions and manage risks more effectively.
- Important in volatile market
What RICS standard should you refer to for Residuals?
RICS Professional Standard - Valuation of Development Land (2019)