Property Valuation
The highest and best use of a Wyoming property is the use that is legally permissible, physically possible, financially feasible, and:
AEnvironmentally preferred
BMaximally productive (most profitable)✓ Correct
CApproved by the county
DPreferred by the current owner
Explanation
Highest and best use is the use that meets all four criteria: legally permissible, physically possible, financially feasible, and maximally productive (generating the highest land value). Appraisers determine highest and best use as if vacant and as improved.
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