Land Use & Zoning
What is a 'dark store' appraisal theory and its controversy in Nevada commercial property tax assessment?
AAn appraisal of vacant commercial properties only
BA theory where large retailers argue their occupied stores should be assessed at values similar to vacant (dark) comparable stores, reducing their property taxes✓ Correct
CAn appraisal methodology for properties with no windows
DA Nevada-specific method for valuing closed casinos
Explanation
The 'dark store' theory has been used in some states by big-box retailers to argue their occupied stores should be assessed at the value of empty, functionally obsolete comparable stores (dark stores). Nevada counties have contested this approach as it significantly reduces taxable values.
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