Laws and rules: Architects

Current laws and rules

• Chapter 18.08 RCW: Architects
• Chapter 18.235 RCW: Uniform regulation of business and professions act
• Chapter 308-12 WAC: Architects
• Authority Of Engineer To Stamp And Sign Architectural Drawings For Submission For Building Permits atg.wa.gov

Rulemaking activity

Rule and status	Public hearing or comments
Chapter 308-12-205 WAC: Architect fees Current rule Adopted Rule Rule-Making Order Director's memo	Public hearing held November 22, 2022 Public hearing audio * (mp3 format: 3 minutes) Download audio transcript
Chapter 308-12 WAC: Architects Current rule Proposed Rule Concise Explanatory Statement Rule-Making Order	Public held December 9, 2020 Public hearing audio * (mp3 format: 8 minutes)
WAC 308-12-055: What is the application process if I am already licensed? WAC 308-12-081: Do I need a stamp or seal? Current rules: WAC 308-12-055: What is the application process if I am already licensed? WAC 308-12-081: Do I need a stamp or seal? Preproposal Statement of Inquiry	See Preproposal Statement of Inquiry for information about submitting comments.
Title 308 WAC: Licensing, Department of Current rule Adopted rule Concise Explanatory Statement Rule-Making Order	Public hearing held January 7, 2020 Public hearing audio * (mp3 format: 2 minutes)

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Explanation of abbreviations

• RCW—Revised Code of Washington (Washington State laws)
• WAC—Washington Administrative Code (Washington State agency regulations)

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