RCW 18.08.235 Legislative findings—1985 c 37. The legislature finds that in order to safeguard life, health, and property and to promote the public welfare, it is necessary to regulate the practice of architecture. [ 1985 c 37 § 1.]
RCW 18.08.240 Architects’ license account. There is established in the state treasury the architects’ license account, into which all fees paid pursuant to this chapter shall be paid, except as provided in RCW 18.08.510. [ 2018 c 207 § 9; 1991 sp.s. c 13 § 2; 1985 c 57 § 4; 1959 c 323 § […]
RCW 18.08.310 Authorization to practice required—Out-of-state firms—Associates. (1) It is unlawful for any person to practice or offer to practice architecture in this state, or to use in connection with his or her name or otherwise assume, use, or advertise any title or description including the word “architect,” “architecture,” “architectural,” or language tending to imply […]
RCW 18.08.320 Definitions. The definitions in this section apply throughout this chapter unless the context clearly requires otherwise. (1) “Accredited architectural degree” means a professional degree from an institution of higher education accredited by the national architectural accreditation board or an equivalent degree in architecture as determined by the board. (2) “Administration of the construction […]
RCW 18.08.330 Board for architects—Membership. There is created a state board for architects consisting of seven members who shall be appointed by the governor. Six members shall be registered architects who are residents of the state and have at least eight years’ experience in the practice of architecture as registered architects in responsible charge of […]
RCW 18.08.340 Board—Rules—Executive director. (1) The board may adopt such rules under chapter 34.05 RCW as are necessary for the proper performance of its duties under this chapter. (2) The director shall employ an executive director subject to approval by the board. [ 2010 c 129 § 4; 2002 c 86 § 201; 1985 c […]
RCW 18.08.350 Certificate of registration—Application—Qualifications. (1) A certificate of registration shall be granted by the director to all qualified applicants who are certified by the board as having passed the required examination and as having given satisfactory proof of completion of the required experience. (2) Applications for examination shall be filed as the board prescribes […]
RCW 18.08.360 Examinations. (1) The examination for an architect’s certificate of registration shall be held at least annually at such time and place as the board determines. (2) The board shall determine the content, scope, and grading process of the examination. The board may adopt an appropriate national examination and grading procedure. (3) Applicants who […]
RCW 18.08.370 Issuance of certificates of registration—Seal, use. (1) The director shall issue a certificate of registration to any applicant who has, to the satisfaction of the board, met all the requirements for registration upon payment of the registration fee as provided in this chapter. All certificates of registration shall show the full name of […]
RCW 18.08.380 Certificates of registration, authorization—Replacement of lost, destroyed, or mutilated certificates. A new certificate of registration or certificate of authorization to replace any certificate lost, destroyed, or mutilated may be issued by the director. A charge, determined as provided in RCW 43.24.086, shall be made for such issuance. [ 2002 c 86 § 202; […]
RCW 18.08.390 Registration of prior registrants. All persons registered as architects under chapter 205, Laws of 1919, or registered as architects under chapter 323, Laws of 1959, as amended, before July 28, 1985, shall be registered as architects without examination. [ 1985 c 37 § 10.]
RCW 18.08.400 Registration of out-of-state registrants. The director may, upon receipt of the current registration fee, grant a certificate of registration to an applicant who is a registered architect in another state or territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, or another country, if that individual’s qualifications and experience are determined by the […]
RCW 18.08.410 Application of chapter. This chapter shall not affect or prevent: (1) The practice of naval architecture, landscape architecture as authorized in chapter 18.96 RCW, engineering as authorized in chapter 18.43 RCW, or the provision of space planning or interior design services not affecting public health or safety; (2) Drafters, clerks, project managers, superintendents, […]
RCW 18.08.420 Business entities—Authorization to practice required. (1) Any business entity, including a sole proprietorship, offering architecture services in Washington state must register with the board, regardless of its business structure. A business entity shall file with the board a list of individuals registered under this chapter as responsible for the practice of architecture by […]
RCW 18.08.430 Renewal of certificates of registration—Withdrawal—Continuing professional development. (1) The renewal date for certificates of registration shall be set by the director in accordance with RCW 43.24.086. Registrants who fail to pay the renewal fee within thirty days of the due date shall pay all delinquent fees plus a penalty fee equal to one-third […]
RCW 18.08.440 Powers under RCW 18.235.110—Grounds. The board shall have the power to impose any action listed under RCW 18.235.110 upon the following grounds: (1) Offering to pay, paying, or accepting, either directly or indirectly, any substantial gift, bribe, or other consideration to influence the award of professional work; (2) Being willfully untruthful or deceptive […]
RCW 18.08.460 Violation of chapter—Penalties—Enforcement—Injunctions—Persons who may initiate proceedings. (1) Any person who violates any provision of this chapter or any rule promulgated under it is guilty of a misdemeanor and may also be subject to a civil penalty in an amount not to exceed one thousand dollars for each offense. (2) It shall be […]
RCW 18.08.480 Certificate of registration or authorization suspension—Noncompliance with support order—Reissuance. The board shall immediately suspend the certificate of registration or certificate of authorization to practice architecture of a person who has been certified pursuant to RCW 74.20A.320 by the department of social and health services as a person who is not in compliance with […]
RCW 18.08.490 Uniform regulation of business and professions act. The uniform regulation of business and professions act, chapter 18.235 RCW, governs unlicensed practice, the issuance and denial of licenses, and the discipline of licensees under this chapter. [ 2002 c 86 § 205.] NOTES: Effective dates—2002 c 86: See note following RCW 18.08.340. Part headings […]
RCW 18.08.500 Military training or experience. An applicant with military training or experience satisfies the training or experience requirements of this chapter unless the board determines that the military training or experience is not substantially equivalent to the standards of this state. [ 2011 c 351 § 1.]
