What type of feedback does the ASB prioritize when reviewing comments on exposure drafts?

The Appraisal Standards Board (ASB) prioritizes the quality, relevancy, and accuracy of comments received on exposure drafts because these aspects provide the most valuable insights for refining and improving proposed standards. When evaluating feedback, the ASB looks for well-reasoned arguments that address specific aspects of the standards being reviewed. Quality feedback helps the ASB to understand the practical implications and potential impacts of the proposed standards on the appraisal profession and its stakeholders.

Relevant and accurate feedback means that the comments can be directly tied to the issues at hand and reflect a thoughtful engagement with the material. This focus ensures that the standards ultimately developed are robust, effective, and serve the interests of appraisers, users of appraisal services, and the overall public interest.

Factors such as the quantity of responses or the author's professional background may be considered but are not as critical as the substantive nature of the comments. General public opinion, while informative, does not necessarily reflect the technical understanding or professional concerns that are vital for the ASB's deliberations on exposure drafts.