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Architects
Architects
Overview
Architects was created under Article 20 of Public Act 299 of 1980, as amended, to regulate the practice of architecture.
Administrative Rules
Article 1-6 of the Occupational Code
Resources for Architecture Licensees
Other Resources
The Michigan State Board of Architects website provides a comprehensive and structured overview of regulatory and licensing information for architect professionals within the state. The page includes an overview of the profession including links to the applicable section of the Occupational Code and architect specific administrative rules. Users will find the link to apply for or renew an architect license on this page as well as various links to resources for architect applicants and licensees such as a link to track their continuing education using CE Broker, architect licensing guides and frequently asked questions (FAQs), exam verification request form, and resources for skilled immigrants. In addition, the site provides links to publicly available architect board meeting schedules, for the current year and previous years, the architect board meeting minutes, agenda, and rules committee work group as well as information about the Michigan Board of Architect Members.