How should an appraiser handle a request for a readdress of the appraisal report?

In the context of the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), an appraiser must be cognizant of the ethical and professional guidelines when handling appraisal reports. The correct approach to responding to a readdress request involves understanding that the report's original intended use must be respected.

Declining a request for readdress is appropriate because changing the address on an appraisal report effectively modifies its intended use. This could alter the conclusions reached during the appraisal process, potentially leading to misrepresentation or misuse of the report. The report is tied to a specific property and should reflect that particular property's conditions and attributes as assessed at the time of original completion.

Such changes can lead to serious issues, including liability for the appraiser, especially if the new intended user relies on the altered report without proper adjustments or adaptations to the data used. For these reasons, adhering strictly to the original terms of the report and its intended use is paramount, thus justifying the decision to decline the request for readdressing the appraisal report.

This response ensures clarity and compliance with USPAP standards, thus maintaining the integrity of the appraisal process.