Property Valuation

Economic obsolescence (external obsolescence) is caused by:

APhysical deterioration of the building's structure
BOutdated floor plans or design features
CFactors outside the property boundaries such as nearby highway noise or economic decline of the area✓ Correct
DDeferred maintenance by the owner

Explanation

Economic (external) obsolescence results from factors outside the property boundaries, such as proximity to a noisy highway, declining neighborhood conditions, or adverse zoning changes. It is typically incurable.

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