A picture is worth a thousand words, so imagine the impact measurement diagrams have on your listings. 

The truth is that diagrams play a key role in measurement supplements for property listings. More specifically, they help to:

• Support the enforcement of accurate Residential Measurement Standards (RMS) in the MLS^® System; 
• Give members line of sight to the correct measurements on file for any given listing; and
• Achieve database integrity. 

A proper measurement diagram must include: 

1. Measurement data on the diagram necessary to calculate total size; and
2. An outline of the structure with exterior wall length measurements aligning with RECA’s third RMS principle for detached properties. Or, an outline of the unit, including a floor plan with all measurements from the interior surface of the perimeter walls conforming to RECA’s fourth RMS principle for attached properties.

Proper diagrams for measurement supplements will become a mandatory requirement in residential listings as of Oct. 1. This implementation is not retroactive and will be enforced on listings uploaded on or after Oct. 1.

For a quick refresher on uploading RMS supplements to your listings, check out our how-to guide here.  

Please note, members who hire measurement companies to produce diagrams for their listings must ensure they are aware of RMS requirements for compliance as per RECA’s RMS Principle 1. 

Questions about RMS compliance under CREB^® Rules can be directed to mp@creb.ca or 403-781-1336.