6110 - Church, Elaborate

The elaborate church building is typically 6,000 square feet or larger, but it may be smaller, and is usually rectangular in shape with angled or curved walls, or cross-shaped (cruciform). This occupancy is used for very unique, one-of-a-kind structures, with much ornamentation and finishes of the highest quality. These churches are usually of cathedral or basilica caliper. Although not included in the base costs, many elaborate churches have balconies or choir lofts.

Allowances for church furniture, such as altars, lecterns, pulpits, and seating, are included in the valuation cost. Seating includes pews, chairs, folding chairs, and benches. These items make up 31% of the built-in cost. You can remove this cost and offset the allowance.

To remove the cost of furniture from the valuation:

Generate a valuation detailed report for the valuation.
From the Summary of Costs section of the report, note the amount listed for built‑ins.
Multiply the total built-in cost by 0.31.
Enter the negative value of that total as a custom addition for the location or building section.

Example: 1,000 (Total built-in cost) * 0.31 (Allowance percentage) = 310. Enter -310 as a custom addition.

Note: Different church occupancy types may have different allowance percentages. Refer to each occupancy for the specific percentage.

Included

Built-in Cabinetry
Carpeting
Church Furniture
Costs for other miscellaneous interior items
Kitchen
Large, Open Sanctuary Area with a Formal Narthex
Marble and Ceramic Tile Flooring
Offices
Painted Plaster on Lath and Vinyl Wall Covering for the Partition Wall Finish
Painted Plaster on Lath for the Ceiling
Public Address System
Restrooms
Sacristy
Security System
Storage Area

Not Included

Balcony
Choir Lofts
Equipment Costs (example: Organs, bell towers, canopies, and stained glass windows)
Kitchen Appliances
Steeples and Spires