Code of Massachusetts Regulations
231 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION OF ARCHITECTS
Title 231 CMR 3.00 - Procedures for Application, Examination, Registration, and Renewal
Section 3.05 - Renewal of Registration

Universal Citation: 231 MA Code of Regs 231.3

Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024

(1) An individual's certificate of registration as an architect shall expire on August 31 of each calendar year. However, if an architect dies, his or her registration shall expire on the date of his or her death, and no further use of his or her professional stamp or seal shall be made after that date.

(2) Every registered architect shall apply for renewal of his or her certificate of registration on or before August 31st of each calendar year. Said application shall be accompanied by payment of the registration renewal fee prescribed by the Executive Office of Administration and Finance pursuant to M.G.L. c. 7, § 3B, and the applicant shall attest, under the pains and penalties of perjury, that he or she is in compliance with the continuing education requirements of 231 CMR 3.06.

(3) If a registered architect allows his/her registration to expire, but attempts to renew it within 60 days after the date of its expiration, said registrant may obtain renewal of his or her registration by submitting the renewal application to the Board, together with the required evidence of continuing education as required by 231 CMR 3.06, the appropriate fee for registration renewal and any late fee as may be established by the Executive Office of Administration and Finance pursuant to M.G.L. c. 7, § 3B.

(4) If a registered architect allows his or her registration to expire and does not attempt to renew it within 60 days after the date of its expiration, the registrant shall, if thereafter seeking registration, be treated as though he or she were applying for initial registration and may be required to take and pass the examination for initial registration and pay all applicable fees.

(5) The Board may suspend, revoke, or refuse to renew the registration of an architect who fails to comply with the continuing education requirements of 231 CMR 3.06.

(6) A registered architect must provide the following as a condition of renewal:

(a) A certification to the Board that he or she has disclosed any criminal convictions or other adverse actions as required by 231 CMR 4.01(4): Compliance With Laws;

(b) A certification to the Board that he or she understands that an Architect Officer must execute all architectural contracts and exercise professional and supervisory control over all architectural services provided by Business Enterprises;

(c) The name and contact information for every Business Enterprise with which he or she practices;

(d) An email address; and

(e) Such other information as the Board may require.

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