- 2 Marks
Question
Kantala Limited is a company based in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital. It uses the revaluation model for its non-current assets. Kantala Limited has several plots of farmland which are unproductive.
The company feels that the land would have more value if it were used for residential purposes.
There are several potential purchasers for the land, but planning permission has not yet been granted by the Abeokuta Planning Authority for use of the land for residential purposes.
However, preliminary enquiries with the planning authority seem to indicate that the planning permission may be granted. Additionally, the Ogun State Government has recently indicated that some agricultural land should be used for residential purposes.
Required:
Advise Kantala Limited on how to measure the fair value of the land in its financial statements. (2 Marks)
Answer
Advice to Kantala Limited:
Under IFRS 13 (Fair Value Measurement), the fair value of the land should be determined as follows:
- Current Use as Agricultural Land:
- Until planning permission for residential use is granted, the land’s fair value must be based on its existing use as agricultural land, as this reflects the current condition and legal constraints of the land.
- Consideration of Market Participant Assumptions:
- The preliminary indication that planning permission may be granted and the Ogun State Government’s intention to reallocate agricultural land for residential purposes may influence market participants’ assumptions. These factors could result in a higher fair value if potential buyers are willing to pay a premium in anticipation of future residential use.
- Observable Market Data:
- Kantala Limited should use observable market data, such as the prices of similar agricultural land in the region, to determine fair value. Any speculative increases related to potential residential use must be supported by market evidence and not based solely on internal expectations.
- Fair Value Hierarchy:
- The valuation should prioritize Level 2 inputs (e.g., comparable market prices) or Level 3 inputs (e.g., internally developed models) if no active market exists.
In summary, the fair value of the land should reflect its current use as agricultural land, incorporating any market participant expectations that planning permission for residential use might increase its value. However, speculative assumptions without sufficient market evidence should not be included in the valuation.
- Tags: Agricultural Land, Fair Value, IFRS 13, Revaluation Model
- Level: Level 3
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