Code of Massachusetts Regulations
231 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION OF ARCHITECTS
Title 231 CMR 3.00 - Procedures for Application, Examination, Registration, and Renewal
Section 3.01 - Application Procedures

(1) Filing of Applications. Applications for registration as an architect shall be made on forms approved by the Board. Application forms shall be filled in completely and shall be accompanied by a photograph and a check or money order in the amount of the fee established by the Executive Office of Administration and Finance pursuant to M.G.L. c. 7, § 3B. Supplemental applications shall be completed in full and shall include copies of all information which accompanied the original application.

(2) Board Action on Applications. When an application is complete, fully processed and ready for Board action, it shall be reviewed by the Board. The applicant will be notified of the Board's decision in writing.

(3) Interviews. The Board may, at its discretion, conduct informal interviews with an applicant, or with any person supplying information in connection with any applicant's application, for the purpose of obtaining additional information or clarifying any ambiguities in any information concerning an applicant or registrant.

(4) In lieu of accepting applications directly, the Board may require applicants to submit some or all required materials to NCARB pursuant to a delegation from the Board. NCARB shall thereafter notify the Board when an applicant is eligible for registration pursuant to the requirements of 231 CMR 3.02 and 3.03 have been met.