Measurement - Level 2 Flashcards
What is the purpose of IPMS?
To avoid current inconsistencies in definitions of measurement in different countries
What is the RICS Professional Statement for measure?
RICS Professional Statement Property Measurement 2018 ( incorporating IPMS)
What does the RICS Professional Statement Property Measurement 2018 ( incorporating IPMS) change for residential measurement?
It replaces references to the measurement of offices and residential properties in the RICS Code of Measuring Practice.
When did RICS Professional Statement Property Measurement 2018 ( incorporating IPMS) come into effect?
1st May 2018
What are the three IPMS for residential?
IPMS 1 - External - GIA
IPMS 2 - Residential Internal
IPMS 3 A/B/C - Residential Occupier
What are the 3 subsections for IPMS Residential?
IPMS 3A - outer face of external wall and centre-line of shared walls
IPMS 3B - exclusive occupation
IPMS 3C - exclusive occupation excluding walls and columns
What measurement equipment should be used?
- tape
- rod
- laser device
How accurate are lazers?
accurate within 1.5mm up to 200m but can be distorted by sunlight
What are the key principles of IPMS:Residential Buildings?
The IPMS were developed my the IPMS Coalition.
- To ensure consistency
- Transparent marketplace
- Stronger investor confidence and market stability
What are the key principles of Code of Practice 6th Ed?
This no longer applies to residential or offices. But assures consistent measuring of property by defining bases of measurement.
What are the key principles of RICS Property Measurement 2nd Ed 2018, inc. IPMS?
Professional statement
Came into effect 1st May 2018.
Includes IPMS
Technical definitions
Ensure global consistency
What equipment would you take for measurement on an inspection?
- Lazer
- Tape measure
- Floor plan
- Pen and paper/camera
Define Internal Dominant Face
The internal dominant face (IDF) is the inside finished surface comprising more than 50% of the floor to ceiling height for each IDF wall section.
If such does not occur, then the finished surface is deemed to be the IDF.
What are the international property measurement standards (IPMS)?
Standards which aim to establish consistencies in property measurement.
They are to be adopted by governments and industry on a global basis and bring greater global transparency
What’s the definition of IPMS 1?
The sum of the areas of each floor level of a building measured to the outer perimeter of external construction features, and reported on a floor-by-floor basis.
(SIMILAR TO GEA)
What is the definition of IPMS 2?
the sum of the areas of each floor level of a residential building measured to the internal dominant face, which may be reported on a component-by-component basis for each floor of a building
Similar to GIA
IPMS 3A
External measurement of the area in
exclusive occupation
– equates somewhat to GEA
IPMS 3 B
an internal measurement including internal
walls, etc. – equates somewhat to GIA
IPMS 3C
an internal measurement excluding internal
walls, etc. – equates somewhat to EFA.
What does IPMS 1 include/exclude?
INCLUDES:
- everything within the main envelope of the building inc walls.
- Balconies and roof top terraces are included but stated separately.
EXCLUDES:
- open external stairways
- external ground floor areas
How does IPMS2 differ to GIA?
It is measured to the IDF and includes balconies and roof top terraces, although these are stated separately.
How accurate do measurements have to be?
an accuracy of 25mm is required.
What other IPMS standards have been released?
Industrial and Retail
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What are RICS members encouraged to do until IPMS becomes embedded into market practise?
Report on a dual basis.
What is the accuracy of your digital measurer?
Different brands have different accuracy. Leica disto has 1.5mm accuracy at 60m
In IPMS 3B Residential, inclusions and exclusions
Inclusions
- IDF
- Finished surfaces of walls
Included (but stated separately)
- Attics
- Cellar
- Balconies
- Limited use areas
Exclusions (but stated separately)
- Patios
Unenclosed parking areas
What is a limited area under IPMS?
Limited areas include areas where there is limited amount of headspaces such as roof spaces and crawl spaces. The height will need to be measured in these spaces.
What are the limitations of using a laser?
Difficult to measure long distances
Need a steady hand to get a precise reading
Goes through windows - put a piece of paper up.
How does IPMS 1 compare to the COMP? Differences?
Equates closely to GEA.
Under IPMS, you need to measure and state separately: balconies, covered galleries and accessible roof terraces.
Under GEA you don’t measure balconies, covered galleries and accessible roof terraces
How does IPMS 2 compare to the COMP? Differences?
Equates closely to GIA for office and residential, as well as NSA for residential.
Measured to the internal dominant face instead of the internal face.
Under IPMS, you need to measure and state separately: balconies, covered galleries and accessible roof terraces.
Under GIA you don’t measure balconi
What measurement information should be recorded under RICS Property Measurement 2nd Ed January 2018?
Purpose of the measurement instruction
Date of measurement instruction
Date of measurement
Measurement standard adopted
Unit of measurement ad conversion factor
If IPMS not used, reason
Measurement methodology (e.g. Laser measurer)
Name of RICS member and/or firm responsible for the instruction
Floor area schedule areas cross referenced
What are the applications of IPMS?
IPMS 1 – Planning
IPMS 2 – Costings; build and reinstatement.
IPMS 3 – Agency and valuation, taxation, property and facilities management.
How big is a brick?
215 x 102.5 x 65mm
What is IPMS 1 used for?
IPMS 1 – Planning
IPMS 2 uses
IPMS 2 – Costings; build and reinstatement.
IPMS 3 uses
IPMS 3 – Agency and valuation, taxation, property and facilities management.
IPMS 2 Inclusions and exclusions
Inclusions
- All areas within IDF
- Internal walls
- Columns
Included, but stated separately
- Covered galleries
- Balconies
Exclusions
- Temporary mezzanines
- External vehicle parking
IPMS 3B Definition
internal measurement including internal walls and columns in the area in exclusive occupation
(similar to GIA)
IPMS 3A Inclusions and Exclusions
Inclusions
- Outer face of external wall
- Centre line of shared wall
Included, but stated differently
- Attics
- Basements
- Garage
- Limited use areas
Exclusions (but stated separately)
- Patios
- Unenclosed parking areas
IPMS 3C Inclusions and exclusions
Inclusions
- IDF
- Finished surface of all full-height internal walls
Included (but stated separately)
- Attics
- Cellars
- Balconies
Exclusions (but stated separately)
- Patios
- Unenclosed parking areas
