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Idaho Architecture Industry Licensing

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Licensing requirements for architecture industry firms and individuals in Idaho.

This page provides an overview of architecture industry licensing in Idaho for individuals and firms. You will find state requirements, application fees, filing instructions, and more. For assistance with licensing, please contact us to learn about our software and managed license services.

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Idaho Architecture Company Licenses

Idaho Architecture Firm License

Not required



Architecture Firm licensure is not required on the State level in Idaho.

Firm licenses are not issued at the state level, however, a licensed individual must oversee all architectural work. Firms should consult board rules and state statutes before doing business.

More information: Idaho Board of Architectural Examiners
Eligible Entity Types:
  • Business Corporations
  • Professional Corporations
  • Limited Liability Companies
  • Professional Limited Liability Companies
  • Partnerships
Ownership Requirements:

Business Corporations:

  • Officers and directors need not be licensed, but the corporation must appoint an Idaho licensed individual to be responsible for all professional activities undertaken by the firm.

Professional Corporations:

  • For Idaho PCs, each of the officers, shareholders, and directors must be licensed individuals.
  • For foreign PCs, there is no license requirement for officers and shareholders, but the firm must appoint an Idaho licensed individual to be responsible for all professional activities undertaken by the firm.

Limited Liability Companies:

  • Members need not be licensed, but the LLC must appoint an Idaho licensed individual to be responsible for all professional activities undertaken by the firm.

Professional Limited Liability Companies:

  • For Idaho PLLCs, each of the members and managers must be licensed individuals.
  • For foreign PLLCs, there is no license requirement for members and managers, but the firm must appoint an Idaho licensed individual to be responsible for all professional activities undertaken by the firm.

Partnerships:

  • Partners need not be licensed, but the partnership must appoint an Idaho licensed individual to be responsible for all professional activities undertaken by the firm.

Idaho Interior Design Firm License

Not required



Interior Design Firm licensure is not required on the State level in Idaho.

Idaho does not currently license or register interior design businesses.

Idaho Landscape Architecture Firm License

Not required



Landscape Architecture Firm licensure is not required on the State level in Idaho.

More information: Idaho State Board of Landscape Architects

Individual Licenses

Idaho Individual Architecture Licenses

Idaho Architect License

Agency:Idaho Board of Architectural Examiners
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Not Set
Exam Required?Yes
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?Not Set

Initial Registration

This section applies to architects that are applying for a license in Idaho for the first time.

Form:

ARC Examination Application

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$25 

Required Attachments:

Applicants who graduated from a NAAB Accredited Program

  • Complete signed and notarized application with notary seal and required fees. 
  • Proof of identification – a clear and readable color copy of a government-issued photo ID such as a passport, military ID, or
    valid driver’s license is acceptable.
  • Official transcripts sent directly to our office from the issuing authority.
  • Proof of starting or completing the AXP . 
  • Copy of legal name change, if applicable (marriage license, divorce decree or court order). This is applicable if the name used on any accompanying documents, such as transcripts or proof of age, does not match the name on the application. 

Applicants who did not graduate from a NAAB Accredited Program

  • Complete signed and notarized application with notary seal and required fees. 
  • Proof of identification – a clear and readable color copy of a government-issued photo ID such as a passport, military ID, or
    valid driver’s license is acceptable.
  • Verification of 8 years of experience in the form of letters of reference detailing work experience on company letterhead from direct supervisor(s)
  • Proof of starting or completing the AXP.
  • Copy of legal name change, if applicable (marriage license, divorce decree or court order). This is applicable if the name used on any accompanying documents, such as transcripts or proof of age, does not match the name on the application. 

Reciprocal Registration

This section applies to architects licensed in another state that are looking for reciprocal licensure in Idaho.

Form:

ARC Endorsement Application

Filing Method:

Mail 

Agency Fee:

$50

Required Attachments:
  • Proof of identification – a clear and readable color copy of a government-issued photo ID such as a passport, military ID, or valid
    driver’s license is acceptable.
  • NCARB record or certificate sent directly from NCARB to the Idaho Board OR Certification(s) of licensure of a current Architect license must be sent directly to our office from the state(s) where you are currently or have ever been licensed. If states have a primary source verification website you may print off the information and send it with your application. Print out must include primary source verification language. You must include verification of passing all divisions of the ARE or an acceptable alternate exam. 
  • Copy of legal name change, if applicable (marriage license, divorce decree or court order). This is applicable if the name used on any accompanying documents, such as transcripts or proof of age, does not match the name on the application.

Registration Renewal

This section applies to architects that are already licensed in Idaho and need to renew their license.

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$50

Due:

Annually by the licensee's date of birth.

Idaho Interior Designer License

Not required



Interior Designer licensure is not required on the State level in Idaho.

Idaho Landscape Architect License

Agency:Idaho State Board of Landscape Architects
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Not Set
Exam Required?Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?Not Set

Initial Registration

Form:

Landscape Architect Application

Agency Fee:

$75 application fee + $125 license fee

Notarize:Required

Reciprocal Registration

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$125

Due:

Annually by the licensee's date of birth.

Learn about architecture licensing in other states:

Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Delaware District of Columbia Florida Georgia Hawaii Idaho
Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri
Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania
Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming

ARE (Architect Registration Examination) - Assesses candidates for their knowledge, skills, and ability to provide the various services required to be a practicing architect.

AXP (Architectural Experience Program) - NCARB program for architectural internship, a requirement for licensure that occurs after filling the educational requirements.

BEFA (Broadly Experienced Foreign Architect) - An alternative NCARB certification that allows foreign architects to independently practice architecture.

COA (Certificate of Authorization) - The most common name of the registration required for firms to practice architecture in a given state.

Design Firm - Architectural firm registration is sometimes grouped with engineering and land surveying on a single “design firm” application form.

NCARB Certification - Licensed architects have the option to become Certificate holders to signify that they have met national standards established by U.S. licensing boards for protecting public health, safety, and welfare. Certification also facilitates reciprocal registration in all 54 jurisdictions, 11 Canadian jurisdictions, and can be used to support an application for licensure in other countries.

Reciprocity - This is when a licensed architect in one state can provide documentation (often a NCARB certificate) to more easily apply for licensure in another jurisdiction.

State Board - Often referred to as the State Architects Licensure Board or Board of Architects, an individual state’s board serves as the regulatory authority for architects. The board qualifies and licenses individuals seeking architectural licensure. The board is responsible for preserving the public health, safety, and welfare of individuals who occupy built environments.

National Architecture Accrediting Board
NAAB establishes criteria for and accredits professional architecture degree programs in the United States.

The American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS)
AIAS is an independent, student-run group that promotes excellence in architecture education, training, and practice.

The American Institute of Architects (AIA)
AIA is a voluntary professional organization for architects providing advocacy, information, and community.

The Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA)
ACSA represents architectural education programs across the globe.

The National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB)
NCARB is the national organization representing the state registration boards.

Revised March 15, 2023. Complete data last reviewed February 14, 2023.
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