Allowance

Definition

An allowance is a reduction to the amount ICBC would normally pay to repair, replace or paint the part(s), due to pre-existing or unrelated damage on the vehicle.

Allowance requirements

The estimator must

• discuss the allowance with the vehicle owner or their representative, and
• list it on the Estimate or Appraisal.

Allowance and collision repair program participants

A collision repair program participant that assesses the vehicle and prepares the estimate must

• ensure that the vehicle damage being estimated was incurred as a result of the accident being claimed
• identify all pre-existing or unrelated damage, and
• document all pre-existing or unrelated damage in the "Remarks" section of the Estimate or Appraisal.