1. The Student Handbook to T HE A PPRAISAL OF R EAL E STATE 1 Chapter 10 Improvement Analysis

2. Student Handbook to T HE A PPRAISAL OF R EAL E STATE Chapter 10 2 Property Inspection Building Description Elements of a Building Description Use Classification and Building Codes Size Format

3. Student Handbook to T HE A PPRAISAL OF R EAL E STATE Chapter 10 3 Instructors: Insert pictures in this section as needed. Photos of construction sites with houses or buildings in various stages of completion are useful. Such photos will allow the class to see the points of construction. Construction is location-specific so local pictures are best. In most cases, pictures can be transferred to PowerPoint using the copy and paste functions of the computer.

4. Student Handbook to T HE A PPRAISAL OF R EAL E STATE Chapter 10 4 Interior Description Interior Walls, Partitions, and Doors Interior Supports Beam Columns and Trusses Flooring Systems Ceilings Stairs, Ramps, Elevators, Escalators, and Hoists Painting, Decorating, and Finishing

5. Student Handbook to T HE A PPRAISAL OF R EAL E STATE Chapter 10 5 Exterior Description Framing Insulation and Ventilation Exterior Walls and Doors Windows, Storm Windows, and Screens Façade Roofing and Drainage Systems Chimneys, Stacks, and Vents

6. Student Handbook to T HE A PPRAISAL OF R EAL E STATE Chapter 10 6 Protection Against Decay and Insect Damage Miscellaneous and Special Features Equipment and Mechanical Systems Plumbing Systems Heating and Cooling Systems Electrical Systems Miscellaneous Equipment

7. Student Handbook to T HE A PPRAISAL OF R EAL E STATE Chapter 10 7 Analysis of Architectural Style and Functional Utility Architectural Style Functional Utility Design and Functional Utility by Property Type Residential Commercial Industrial Agricultural Buildings Special-Purpose Buildings Mixed-Use Buildings

8. Student Handbook to T HE A PPRAISAL OF R EAL E STATE Chapter 10 8 Analysis of Architectural Style and Functional Utility Continued Quality and Condition Survey Items in Need of Immediate Repair

9. Student Handbook to T HE A PPRAISAL OF R EAL E STATE Chapter 10 9 Measuring Buildings Gross Living Area (GLA) Gross Building Area (GBA) Gross Leasable Area (GLA)

10. Student Handbook to T HE A PPRAISAL OF R EAL E STATE Chapter 10 10 Problems Suggested solutions begin on page 365.