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Aug 5, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
State Board for Architecture Board Meeting
The board meeting addressed several key topics including an executive session regarding disciplinary cases and candidate experience reviews. The Board reviewed the NCARB Annual Meeting outcomes, discussed regulatory amendments involving architect seals and UK endorsement pathways, and received updates on professional practice standards such as AI usage in architecture. Additionally, the Board discussed the Women in Architecture series, coordinated future NCARB leadership visits, and reviewed legislative updates affecting architecture and related professional practices, including bills concerning continuing education and construction documentation.
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State Board for Architecture Minutes of the Meeting
The Board discussed the integration of AI in architectural practice and its potential impact on entry-level staff. Updates were provided on legislation concerning continuing education requirements for landscape architects and regulatory amendments regarding international endorsement pathways. The Board also reviewed summaries from recent NCARB summits, progress on the Women in Architecture series, and professional member search efforts. During the executive session, members evaluated disciplinary cases, assessed a candidate's research for licensure credit, and scheduled panels for upcoming practical exams.
Feb 5, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
State Board for Architecture Meeting Minutes
The board meeting encompassed several administrative and industry-focused discussions. Topics included a review of committee service, updates on NCARB activities, and a report on legislation affecting landscape architecture. The board reviewed professional guidance regarding practice overlap across design disciplines and analyzed licensure statistics. Additionally, the board discussed architecture as a STEM profession, potential regulatory amendments, and initiatives related to women in architecture. New business included a discussion on private design build, education and experience policies for licensure candidates, election of board leadership, and adjustments to examination procedures.
Nov 13, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
State Board for Architecture Meeting Minutes
The board discussed the impact of declining foreign student numbers on architecture programs and received legislative updates regarding the modernization of continuing education requirements for landscape architects. Discussions included the status of architecture as a STEM-designated degree, construction cost estimation challenges in New York City, and the progress of the UK endorsement pathway. The board also reviewed recent NCARB board of directors activity, upcoming changes to the Architectural Experience Program, and licensure trends concerning demographics and pass rates. Furthermore, the board addressed concerns regarding the use of fraudulent architectural seals and evaluated the OnSite program's relevance to licensure requirements. Additionally, the board conducted a practical exam during an executive session.
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