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WSR 11-05-069
[ Filed February 14, 2011, 10:59 a.m. ]
Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 10-10-081.
Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 308-12 WAC, Architects.
Hearing Location(s): Department of Licensing, 405 Black Lake Boulevard, Conference Room 2209, Olympia, WA 98502, on March 22, 2011, at 1:00 p.m.
Date of Intended Adoption: May 6, 2011.
Submit Written Comments to: Kezia Prater, P.O. Box 9045, Olympia, WA 98507, e-mail kprater@dol.wa.gov, fax (360) 570-7098, by March 22, 2011.
Assistance for Persons with Disabilities: Contact Erica Hansen by March 21, 2011, TTY (360) 664-8885 or (360) 664-6597.
Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The rules are necessary to implement ESSB 5529, which changes the requirements for initial licensure for architects by increasing the number of years of experience necessary for some candidates. It also expands the definition of business entities needing licensure. ESSB 5529 adds a new professional development as a requirement for maintaining an individual license.
Reasons Supporting Proposal: The proposed rules will implement changes as a result of the passage of ESSB 5529.
Statute Being Implemented: Chapter 18.08 RCW.
Name of Agency Personnel Responsible for Drafting and Implementation: Lorin Doyle, Olympia, (360) 664-1387; and Enforcement: Joe Vincent Jr., Olympia, (360) 664-1386.
OTS-3884.2
AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 07-05-040, filed 2/15/07, effective 3/18/07)
WAC 308-12-010 How does the state board ((for architects.)) function? (((1) Meetings:)) The Washington state board for architects, hereafter called the board, shall hold ((its)) quarterly regular public meetings ((annually during the second quarter of the calendar)) each year. Additional public meetings may be held at such times and places as the board may deem necessary. ((Notice of all public meetings will be issued as required by the Open Public Meetings Act, chapter 42.30 RCW.
(2) Rules of order. The latest edition of Robert's Rules of Order will govern the conduct of business at meetings and sessions of the board.
(3) Officers.)) At ((the)) its regular ((annual public)) meeting during the second quarter of the calendar year, the board will elect a chair, a vice-chair and a secretary for the ((ensuing)) upcoming year.
(((4) Quorum. A quorum at any regular or additional meeting or session will consist of four members of the board.
(5) Rule changes. Prior to and during any adoption, amendments, or repeal of any rule, the board of registration will conduct its business in accordance with chapter 34.04 RCW the Administrative Procedure Act.))
[Statutory Authority: RCW 18.96.060. 07-05-040, § 308-12-010, filed 2/15/07, effective 3/18/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.340. 02-11-082, § 308-12-010, filed 5/14/02, effective 6/14/02. Statutory Authority: 1985 c 37 § 5. 85-21-065 (Order PL 560), § 308-12-010, filed 10/17/85. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.130. 83-04-071 (Order PL 422), § 308-12-010, filed 2/2/83; Order PL-132, § 308-12-010, filed 9/25/72; filed 4/28/67; Rule 1, filed 11/19/64; Rules 2, 4, filed 10/26/62; Rule 1, filed 10/26/62.]
WAC 308-12-023 How do I become a licensed architect? You need to fulfill three general requirements before getting your license: Education, examination, and experience. If you are already licensed in another NCARB-recognized jurisdiction, you will need to verify you have met these requirements before being licensed in Washington. The board may request additional information or an oral interview, if necessary. You must also satisfactorily complete a review of laws related to the practice of architecture as determined by the board.
WAC 308-12-025 ((Application for examination.)) What qualifications do I need to meet if I am not already licensed? (((1) The application to begin the examination process must be submitted on forms approved by the board, accompanied by academic and/or practical experience verification to document eligibility under the provisions of RCW 18.08.350. As determined by the board and consistent with National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) recommendations, applicants with an accredited professional architectural degree may take portions of the examination concurrently with practical work experience.
(2) The board has adopted the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) intern development training program (IDP training requirement) as the board approved structured intern training program. Completion of the training requirements of the intern development program must be validated by the NCARB in a council training record sent to the board office. Completion of the training requirements of the IDP is the equivalent of three years of practical work experience.
(3) Applications for the examination must be accompanied by the application fee for the examination as established by the director and published in chapter 308-12 WAC, architect fees. The application fee to begin the examination process will not be refunded.)) If you are not licensed in another jurisdiction, your combination of education and experience will determine what you need to do to get your license (see the chart below).
Education type Accredited professional degree (typically five-year bachelor of architecture or six-year master of architecture) An equivalent degree, awarded by EESA (education evaluation services for architects) for candidates from a nonaccredited U.S. architectural school or a foreign architectural school A preprofessional degree in architecture (typically four-years) from a program offering an accredited degree Postsecondary study in architecture or related fields, with passing grades, in increments of one year, will receive up to three years credit A degree in architectural technology (typically a two-year community college or trade school degree) High school diploma or equivalent
Practical architectural work experience Gained during IDP Two years under the direct supervision of an architect Three or more years depending on your education credit Four years Six years
IDP Contact NCARB to find out when you can enroll in IDP You can't enroll in IDP until you complete the practical architectural work experience
When to apply to take the ARE You can start taking the ARE through NCARB while enrolled in IDP Apply to the board after you have completed the practical architectural work experience and IDP
When can you get your license Apply to the board after you have completed your IDP and ARE Apply to the board after you have completed the ARE
Additional materials All candidates must complete the Washington law review
(B) With a passing grade, thirty-two semester credit hours or forty-five quarter hours are considered to be one year. Any fraction, one-half year or greater, will be counted one-half year, and less than one-half year will not be counted.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 18.96.060. 07-05-040, § 308-12-025, filed 2/15/07, effective 3/18/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.340. 98-20-061, § 308-12-025, filed 10/2/98, effective 11/2/98. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.350(2). 97-03-121, § 308-12-025, filed 1/21/97, effective 2/21/97. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.340. 95-04-080, § 308-12-025, filed 1/31/95, effective 3/3/95. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.360. 89-17-038 (Order PM 857), § 308-12-025, filed 8/10/89, effective 9/10/89. Statutory Authority: 1985 c 37 § 5. 85-21-065 (Order PL 560), § 308-12-025, filed 10/17/85.]
WAC 308-12-028 What is the application process if I am not already licensed? (1) If you have an accredited architectural degree:
AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 02-11-082, filed 5/14/02, effective 6/14/02)
WAC 308-12-031 ((Registration examination.)) Who manages the required intern training program and examination? The National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) maintains and validates the continuing, comprehensive record of internship training and the board has adopted NCARB's Intern Development Program (IDP) as the board-approved structured intern training program. The board ((adopts)) has adopted the ((N.C.A.R.B.)) NCARB Architect Registration Examination (((A.R.E.)) ARE) and grading procedure prepared by NCARB as the state examination ((required of applicants)) for licensure. ((Where RCW 18.08.360 refers to the "entire examination," it means the NCARB A.R.E. together with the oral examination.
The board adopts the grading procedures prepared by the NCARB.
(1) The test vendor will publish an information guide concerning examination content, locations, schedules, and fees.
(2) An applicant must pass each division of the NCARB examination.
(3) The oral examination is given upon the applicant's completion of the NCARB examination.
The purpose of the oral examination is to test in those areas of knowledge and skill not covered in the NCARB examination.
The oral part of the examination must include a review of the applicant's practical experience, an understanding of the law and the responsibility to safeguard life, health, and property and to promote the public welfare.
The oral examination may be conducted by the full board or by an architect member of the board. The board may set aside the full board examination if the examining board member deems the applicant prepared for registration. If the full board examination is not set aside or if the examining board member fails the applicant, the applicant must then appear for a full board oral examination.
The board may set aside the entire oral examination based upon certification by the NCARB of successful completion of the intern development program. Such applicants shall submit the NCARB Council Record of IDP completion. However, candidates without a National Architectural Accrediting Board degree who have completed the IDP training requirements must have an oral examination. The decision to set aside the oral examination does not affect the requirement to summarize the law and rules pertaining to architecture.
An applicant must successfully complete the entire examination within a five-year period. The five-year period will begin with the month an applicant passes the first division of the examination. Passing scores for any division of the examination may be carried forward for a period of five years from the date the applicant passed that division of the examination. Applicants must retake any division of the examination which was passed more than five years previously, along with any division of the examination not yet passed. The oral examination is part of the entire examination and shall be completed within the five-year period.)) NCARB administers the entire examination for Washington candidates, and collects examination and reexamination fees accordingly. Candidates with an accredited architectural degree may take portions of the examination concurrently while enrolled in IDP. No review or appeal of failed examinations is accepted by the department or the board.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.340. 02-11-082, § 308-12-031, filed 5/14/02, effective 6/14/02. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.360(2). 97-03-121, § 308-12-031, filed 1/21/97, effective 2/21/97. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.340 and 18.08.360. 90-11-062, § 308-12-031, filed 5/15/90, effective 6/15/90. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.360. 89-17-038 (Order PM 857), § 308-12-031, filed 8/10/89, effective 9/10/89; 88-17-085 (Order PM 767), § 308-12-031, filed 8/22/88. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.340 and 18.08.360. 88-01-035 (Order PM 694), § 308-12-031, filed 12/11/87. Statutory Authority: 1985 c 37 § 5. 85-21-065 (Order PL 560), § 308-12-031, filed 10/17/85. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.130. 85-05-010 (Order PL 517), § 308-12-031, filed 2/11/85; 84-04-028 (Order PL 458), § 308-12-031, filed 1/25/84; 83-04-071 (Order PL 422), § 308-12-031, filed 2/2/83.]
WAC 308-12-050 ((Registration by reciprocity.)) What qualifications do I need to meet if I am already licensed? ((Pursuant to RCW 18.08.400, the board will recommend to the director that the director grant a certificate of registration to a currently registered architect in any jurisdiction recognized by NCARB provided:
(1) That such applicant presents evidence that the applicant has satisfactorily completed an examination equivalent to the examination required of Washington state registrants.
(2) Documentation of NCARB certification may be accepted by the board as satisfactory evidence that the applicant's qualifications and experience are equivalent to the qualifications and experience required of a person registered under RCW 18.08.350. Reciprocity candidates who cannot meet the IDP training requirement must have a minimum of two years of experience as a licensed architect.
(3) That the applicant provides a typed summary of chapter 18.08 RCW and chapter 308-12 WAC. The summary must be of sufficient detail to demonstrate a thorough understanding of the law and rules.
(4) That the board will require an oral interview of any candidate for registration by reciprocity, except that the oral interview may be set aside in cases where documentary or other evidence shows sufficient information for the board to reach judgment.
(5) That the architect's current state license is not delinquent or inactive. The current state license cannot be under suspension, disciplinary restrictions, or in process of disciplinary review. Reciprocity applicants are held to the same qualifications as initial applicants for registration.)) If you hold an active architect license in good standing in any jurisdiction recognized by NCARB, you can apply for a Washington license if your qualifications and experience meet one of the following:
[Statutory Authority: RCW 18.96.060. 07-05-040, § 308-12-050, filed 2/15/07, effective 3/18/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.340. 02-11-082, § 308-12-050, filed 5/14/02, effective 6/14/02; 97-03-121, § 308-12-050, filed 1/21/97, effective 2/21/97. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.360. 89-17-038 (Order PM 857), § 308-12-050, filed 8/10/89, effective 9/10/89. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.340(1) and 18.08.400. 88-09-066 (Order PM 720), § 308-12-050, filed 4/20/88. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.340 and 18.08.350 (3)(a). 86-04-088 (Order PL 579), § 308-12-050, filed 2/5/86. Statutory Authority: 1985 c 37 § 5. 85-21-065 (Order PL 560), § 308-12-050, filed 10/17/85. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.130. 85-05-010 (Order PL 517), § 308-12-050, filed 2/11/85; 84-04-028 (Order PL 458), § 308-12-050, filed 1/25/84; 83-04-071 (Order PL 422), § 308-12-050, filed 2/2/83; Order PL-132, § 308-12-050, filed 9/25/72; Order 691102, § 308-12-050, filed 11/26/69; Rule 9, filed 11/19/64, 10/26/62.]
WAC 308-12-055 What is the application process if I am already licensed? (1) If you are currently licensed and have an NCARB certificate:
WAC 308-12-065 What if I don't finish the licensing process? If you fail to complete the licensing process and your records show no activity for five consecutive years, the board will consider your application abandoned. No activity includes, but is not limited to:
WAC 308-12-081 ((The)) Do I need a stamp or seal((.))? ((These rules govern the design and use of the architect stamp.)) Every architect licensed in the state of Washington ((shall)) must have a seal of design authorized by the board, bearing the registrant's name, license number and the legend "Registered architect, state of Washington." ((A facsimile)) An example of the board-authorized seal appears below. Deviations are not allowed.
((The following)) You must ((be signed)) sign and ((sealed by the architect:)) seal all technical submissions required for building permits or regulatory approvals that are filed with authorities having jurisdiction.
(1) Drawings prepared by ((the architect)) you must be signed and sealed on each sheet.
((No architect's stamp or countersignature will be affixed to)) You must not sign and seal any drawings not prepared by ((the architect)) you or ((his or her)) your regularly employed subordinates((, or)) and reviewed by ((the architect)) you.
((An architect who signs or seals)) By signing and sealing drawings or specifications ((that he or she has reviewed is)), you become the architect of record and are responsible to the same extent as if you prepared ((by that architect)) the drawings or specifications yourself.
Without exception, these stamping requirements ((for architects)) apply to all work ((prepared)) filed with public authorities you prepare or ((supervised by the architect)) review, or that is prepared under your personal supervision by persons under your direction and control, regardless ((of)) whether the work is exempt from the licensing requirements found in RCW 18.08.410.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 18.96.060. 07-05-040, § 308-12-081, filed 2/15/07, effective 3/18/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.340. 02-11-082, § 308-12-081, filed 5/14/02, effective 6/14/02. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.340 and 18.08.350 (3)(a). 86-04-088 (Order PL 579), § 308-12-081, filed 2/5/86. Statutory Authority: 1985 c 37 § 5. 85-21-065 (Order PL 560), § 308-12-081, filed 10/17/85. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.130. 83-04-071 (Order PL 422), § 308-12-081, filed 2/2/83.]
WAC 308-12-085 ((Corporations or joint stock associations.)) Does my business need to register with the board? (((1) For an architect or architects to practice architecture through a corporation or joint stock association organized by any person under Title 23A RCW, the corporation or joint stock association shall file with the board a letter of application containing a statement of the experience of the corporation, if any, in furnishing architectural services during the preceding five-year period. The application must be signed and attested by a corporate officer.
(2) In addition to the application for certificate of authorization, the corporation or joint stock association will file with the board the documentation and information specified in RCW 18.08.420.
(3) The designated architect responsible for the practice of architecture by said corporation shall be regularly employed in that office having direct knowledge and supervisory control of such work. No individual will be the designated architect at more than one place of business or one company at any one time.)) If your business offers architectural services in Washington state, you must apply for and be granted a certificate of authorization from the board.
(1) To apply for a certificate of authorization, register your business with the department of licensing master license service by submitting:
(c) Must not be the designated architect at more than one business at any one time.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.340. 02-11-082, § 308-12-085, filed 5/14/02, effective 6/14/02. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.420. 87-19-095 (Order PM 676), § 308-12-085, filed 9/17/87. Statutory Authority: 1985 c 37 § 5. 85-21-065 (Order PL 560), § 308-12-085, filed 10/17/85.]
WAC 308-12-111 What are the board member rules of conduct(( -- Activities incompatible with public duties -- Financial interests in transactions.))? (1) When a member of the board either owns a beneficial interest in or is an officer, agent, employee, or member of an entity; or individual which is engaged in a transaction involving the board, the member shall:
(3)(((a))) "Transaction involving the board":
(b) (("Transaction involving the board")) Does not include the following:
(5) The following are examples of possible scenarios related to board member rules of conduct(( -- Activities incompatible with public duties -- Financial interests in transactions)).
[Statutory Authority: RCW 18.96.060. 07-05-040, § 308-12-111, filed 2/15/07, effective 3/18/07.]
WAC 308-12-115 Definitions. (((1) Accredited architectural degree -- A professional degree received from the current list of accredited schools of architecture as published by the National Architectural Accrediting Board.
(2) Practical architectural work experience -- Practical work experience performing activities involved in the practice of architecture, as defined in RCW 18.08.320, under the direct supervision of an architect. The board may approve similar practical work experience for full or partial credit and will accept intern development program experience as defined in the IDP training guidelines.
(3) Intern development program (IDP) -- A structured internship training program designed to provide a profession-wide, comprehensive program that contributes to the development of competent architects. IDP consists of training requirements that must be satisfied in order to complete the program. The National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) maintains and validates the continuing, comprehensive record of internship training.
(4) The title "intern architect" may be used while enrolled in the structured intern program recognized by the board, in WAC 308-12-025(2), and working under the direct supervision of a licensed architect.
(5))) (1) "Architect of record" is the architect whose name appears on the building permit.
(4) "Direct supervision(( -- The))," as in the phrase((,)) "under the direct supervision of an architect," as used in connection with architectural work experience for qualification and eligibility for the examination shall refer to any of the following conditions or situations((.)):
(((6) Design-build -- A means of providing design and construction services in which a single entity is responsible for both services.
(7) Review -- A continuous process of examination, evaluation, and direction throughout the development of the documents, which includes the ability to control the final product.
(8) Construction-related experience -- Work on a construction site in any of the construction-related trades, including, but not limited to, carpentry, laboring, electrical, plumbing, sheet metal and roofing. Work in the construction office, including, but not limited to, estimating or construction administration.
(9))) (c) The supervising architect is licensed in an NCARB-recognized jurisdiction.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 18.96.060. 07-05-040, § 308-12-115, filed 2/15/07, effective 3/18/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.340. 02-11-082, § 308-12-115, filed 5/14/02, effective 6/14/02; 98-20-061, § 308-12-115, filed 10/2/98, effective 11/2/98; 91-12-061, § 308-12-115, filed 6/5/91, effective 7/6/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.320. 87-19-095 (Order PM 676), § 308-12-115, filed 9/17/87. Statutory Authority: 1985 c 37 § 5. 85-21-065 (Order PL 560), § 308-12-115, filed 10/17/85.]
WAC 308-12-225 How do I obtain retired status? If you are a licensed architect, you may be eligible to obtain retired status if you are at least age sixty-five and have discontinued active practice. If granted, your ongoing licensing renewal fees and professional development requirements are waived.
WAC 308-12-235 How do I withdraw from active practice? You can withdraw from active practice by requesting in writing your license be placed on either inactive or retired status. Your license must be in good standing before you can request it be placed in inactive status. See WAC 308-12-225 for information about obtaining retired status.
WAC 308-12-240 ((Reinstatement of suspended certificates, eligibility for registration, or denied renewals.)) How do I reactivate my inactive license? ((Where a person's certificate of registration has been suspended, an applicant has been denied certificate renewal, or an applicant has been denied the ability to take the examination for certificate of registration due to nonpayment or default on a federally or state-guaranteed educational loan or service-conditional scholarship, the certificate renewal or examination application will be reinstated when the person provides the board a written release issued by the lending agency stating that the person is making payments on the loan in accordance with a repayment agreement approved by the lending agency, provided, the person shall pay any applicable reinstatement or renewal fee.)) (1) If you are returning to active status from less than five years of inactive status, send to the department:
[Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.340. 02-11-082, § 308-12-240, filed 5/14/02, effective 6/14/02; 97-03-121, § 308-12-240, filed 1/21/97, effective 2/21/97.]
WAC 308-12-250 Do I need ongoing professional development to maintain my license? (1) To maintain active practice, you must accumulate twenty-four professional development hours (PDH) for the upcoming two-year renewal period.
WAC 308-12-260 What activities qualify as professional development? (1) You are responsible to seek out qualifying activities that can be demonstrated to the board as relevant to professional development.
• A committee in a professional society or organization;
• A professional board or commission;
• A regulatory board for the practice of architecture.
WAC 308-12-270 How do I record and report my professional development activities? (1) You must maintain the records of your professional development activities. The records must include the date of the activity, the provider's name, a description of activity and its location and the number of PDH.
WAC 308-12-280 How does the board verify I have completed my professional development? (1) The board will audit a random sample of licensees yearly. If you are selected for an audit, the board will provide instructions about how to respond.
WAC 308-12-290 Are there any exemptions from the professional development requirement? (1) The board may waive the professional development requirement under the following circumstances. The waiver would only be in effect for the current renewal period. If your professional development is audited, the board will require documentation of:
WAC 308-12-320 ((Renewal of licenses.)) How do I renew my license? (((1) The license renewal date for architects will be the architect's birth date. Licensees who fail to pay the license renewal fee within thirty days of license expiration date will be subject to the late payment penalty fee as set forth in RCW 18.08.430 and WAC 308-12-326.
(2) The renewal period for architects is two years.
(3) Assessment of delinquent fees will be based on the number of years delinquent multiplied by one-half of the two-year renewal fee or the fee for one year.
(4) A registrant who fails to pay a renewal fee for a period of five years or more may be reinstated upon payment of all delinquent renewal fees and a penalty fee. Assessment of delinquent fees will be based on the number of years delinquent multiplied by one-half of the two-year renewal fee or the fee for one year. In addition to the payment of delinquent fees and a penalty fee the registrant shall submit the following:
(a) A summary of the current law and rules governing architects.
(b) A professional resume of architectural activities during the delinquent period, in sufficient detail to demonstrate to the board maintenance of minimum skills.
(c) A detailed explanation of the circumstances surrounding the reason the license was allowed to expire.
The board may require additional evidence as needed to verify minimum competency and qualifications. The registrant may be required to appear before the board or a representative member thereof where questions of competency remain.
(5) Registrants who withdraw from the practice of architecture, and exceed five years in an inactive status, shall request reinstatement in writing to the board and shall submit the following:
(c) A detailed explanation of the circumstances surrounding the reason the license was in an inactive status for more than five years.
The board may require additional evidence as needed to verify minimum competency and qualifications. The registrant may be required to appear before the board or a representative member thereof where questions of competency remain.)) The architect license renewal period is two years. Your expiration date is your birthday. The department will send a courtesy renewal notice. You must notify the board in writing of any address changes.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 18.96.060. 07-05-040, § 308-12-320, filed 2/15/07, effective 3/18/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.340. 02-11-082, § 308-12-320, filed 5/14/02, effective 6/14/02. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.430 (1) and (2), 43.24.086 and 43.24.140. 99-08-062, § 308-12-320, filed 4/2/99, effective 5/3/99. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.03.350. 97-06-064, § 308-12-320, filed 2/27/97, effective 3/30/97. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.430. 90-17-097, § 308-12-320, filed 8/21/90, effective 9/21/90. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.130. 85-05-010 (Order PL 517), § 308-12-320, filed 2/11/85; 83-04-071 (Order PL 422), § 308-12-320, filed 2/2/83; Order PL 262, § 308-12-320, filed 1/13/77.]
AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 99-08-062, filed 4/2/99, effective 5/3/99)
WAC 308-12-326 Architect fees. (1) Suspension of fees. Effective July 1, 2011, the listed fees shown in subsection (2) of this section are suspended and replaced with the following:
Reciprocity application 250.00
Initial licensure 75.00
License renewal (2 years) 75.00
Certificate of authorization 100.00
Certificate of authorization renewal 50.00
The fees set forth in this section shall revert back to the fee amounts shown in subsection (2) of this section on July 1, 2013.
Examination application $100.00
Reciprocity application 390.00
Initial ((registration)) licensure 99.00
((Oral examination 50.00
Registration)) License renewal (2 years) 99.00
Late renewal penalty 33.00
((Certificate replacement 15.00))
((Certification 27.00
Corporations)) Business entities:
Certificate of authorization 278.00
Certificate of authorization renewal 139.00
[Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.430 (1) and (2), 43.24.086 and 43.24.140. 99-08-062, § 308-12-326, filed 4/2/99, effective 5/3/99. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.24.086. 98-12-064, § 308-12-326, filed 6/1/98, effective 7/2/98. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.24.086. 97-13-095, § 308-12-326, filed 6/18/97, effective 7/19/97. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.03.350. 97-06-064, § 308-12-326, filed 2/27/97, effective 3/30/97. Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.340 and 18.08.370. 91-13-055, § 308-12-326, filed 6/14/91, effective 7/15/91. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.24.086. 90-03-032, § 308-12-326, filed 1/12/90, effective 2/12/90; 87-10-028 (Order PM 650), § 308-12-326, filed 5/1/87.]
((RULES OF PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE))
WAC 308-12-330 ((Rules of)) What are the standards of professional practice((.))? (1) Competence.
(a) When practicing architecture, ((an architect)) you must act with reasonable care and competence, and must apply the technical knowledge and skill which is ordinarily applied by architects of good standing, practicing in the same locality.
(b) When designing a project, ((an architect)) you must take into account all applicable state and municipal building laws and regulations. ((An architect)) You may rely on the advice of other professionals (e.g., attorneys, engineers, and other qualified persons) as to the intent and meaning of such regulations. ((An architect)) You must not knowingly design a project in violation of such laws and regulations.
(c) ((An architect)) You must perform professional services only when ((the architect)) you, together with those ((whom the architect)) you may engage as consultants, are qualified by education, training, and experience in the specific technical areas involved.
(d) ((No person)) You will not be permitted to practice architecture if, in the board's judgment, ((such person's)) your professional competence is substantially impaired by physical or mental disabilities.
(a) ((An architect)) You must not accept compensation for services from more than one party on a project unless the circumstances are fully disclosed and agreed to in writing by all interested parties.
(b) ((The architect)) You must fully disclose in writing to ((the)) your client or employer the nature of any business association or direct or indirect financial interest which is substantial enough to influence ((the architect's)) your judgment in connection with the performance of professional services. If ((the)) your client or employer objects to such association or financial interest, ((the architect will)) you must either terminate such association or interest or offer to give up the commission or employment.
(c) ((An architect)) You must not solicit or accept compensation from material or equipment suppliers in return for specifying or endorsing their products.
(d) When acting as the interpreter of building contract documents and the judge of contract performance, ((an architect)) you must render decisions impartially, favoring neither party to the contract.
(a) ((An architect)) You must disclose any compensation received for making public statements on architectural questions.
(b) ((An architect)) You must accurately represent qualifications and scope of responsibility to prospective or existing clients or employers for work for which ((the architect is)) you are claiming credit.
(c) In the course of work on a project, if ((an architect)) you become((s)) aware of a decision made by ((the)) your employer or client, against ((the architect's)) your advice, which violates applicable state or municipal building laws and regulations and which will, in ((the architect's)) your judgment, materially and adversely affect the safety to the public of the finished project((, the architect must)):
(i) You must report the decision to the local building inspector or other public official charged with the enforcement of the applicable state or municipal building laws and regulations, (((ii))) refuse to consent to the decision, and (((iii))) terminate services on the project when ((the architect)) you reasonably believe((s that)) decisions will be made against ((the architect's)) your objection. In the case of a termination in accordance with (c)(((iii)))(i) of this subsection, ((the architect)) you shall have no liability to ((the)) your client or employer because of such termination.
(((iv) An architect)) (ii) You must not deliberately make a materially false statement or deliberately fail to disclose a material fact in connection with ((the)) your application for registration or renewal.
(((v) An architect)) (iii) You must not assist a person in applying for registration when ((the architect)) you know((s)) the applicant is unqualified in education, training, experience, or character.
(((vi) An architect possessing)) (iv) If you possess knowledge of a violation of these rules by another architect, you must report such knowledge to the board.
(a) ((An architect)) You must not, in the conduct of architectural practice, knowingly violate any state or federal criminal law.
(b) ((An architect)) You must not offer or make any payment or gift to a government official (whether elected or appointed) with the intent of influencing the official's judgment in connection with a prospective or existing project in which ((the architect is)) you are interested.
(c) ((An architect)) You must comply with the registration laws and regulations governing ((his or her)) your professional practice.
(b) ((An architect)) You must not offer or provide any gifts, other than gifts of nominal value (including, for example, reasonable entertainment and hospitality), with the intent of influencing the judgment of an existing or prospective client in connection with a project in which ((the architect is)) you are interested.
(c) ((An architect)) You must not engage in conduct involving fraud or wanton disregard of the rights of others.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 18.08.340. 02-11-082, § 308-12-330, filed 5/14/02, effective 6/14/02.]
WAC 308-12-335 When can I call myself an architect if I don't have a Washington license? You can use the title "architect" without an active Washington license when you are identifying your profession under the following circumstances:
WAC 308-12-340 How do I apply the exemptions contained in RCW 18.08.410? For the purposes of clarifying the exemptions to licensing contained in RCW 18.08.410, the following brief summaries and definitions apply:
(3) RCW 18.08.410(7) grants exemption for any person to design and prepare construction documents for alteration of, or repairs to, a project not greater than four thousand square feet and when the contemplated work does not affect life safety or structural systems. The combined square footage of simultaneous projects allowances under this section shall not exceed four thousand square feet.
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WAC 308-12-040 Appeal of examinations.
WAC 308-12-080 Approved schools of architecture.
WAC 308-12-150 Work experience defined.