On this page, you’ll find an exhaustive guide on the Georgia Architect License Requirements and the Architect Registration process in Georgia. It provides all the crucial information you need including state regulations, application fees, and filing instructions among other relevant details. If you need any assistance related to the licensing process, don’t hesitate to contact us. We are here to offer further details about our software and managed license services to support your needs.

How do I become an architect in Georgia?

To become an architect, the first step is to complete a professional degree in architecture from an accredited program recognized by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB). These degree programs usually span five years and cover various subjects such as design, construction technology, and architectural history.

How Do I Take The Architect Registration Examination In Georgia?

Individual Licenses

Georgia Architect License

First-Time Applicants

• Fill out the Application for Architect Examination. Consider that the filing method is via mail or Online.
• Agency Fee: $50 application fee + either $5 online processing fee or $10 mail-in processing fee

Reciprocal Registration

• Fill out the Application for Architectural Registration by Reciprocity. Consider that the filing method is via mail or Online.
• Agency Fee: $50 application fee + either $5 online processing fee or $10 mail-in processing fee
• Notarize is required

Registration Renewal

• Submission method: online
• Agency Fee: $90 renewal fee + $5 online processing fee
• Due: By June 30 of odd-numbered years

Georgia Interior Designer Registration

First-Time Applicants

• Fill out the Application for Interior Designer Registration. Consider that the filing method is via mail or Online
• Agency Fee: $50 + either $5 online processing fee or $10 mail-in processing fee

Reciprocal Registration

• Fill out the Application for Interior Designer Registration. Consider that the filing method is via mail or Online.
• Agency Fee: $50 + either $5 online processing fee or $10 mail-in processing fee

Registration Renewal

• Submission method: online.
• Agency Fee: $90 renewal fee + $5 online processing fee
• Due: By June 30 of odd-numbered years.

Georgia Landscape Architect Registration

First-Time Applicants

• Fill out the Landscape Architect Application for Registration. Consider that the filing method is via mail or Online.
• Agency Fee: $80 registration fee + $25 exam fee + either $5 online processing fee or $10 mail-in processing fee
• Notarize is required

Reciprocal Registration

• Fill out the Landscape Architect Application by Reciprocity. Consider that the filing method is via mail or Online.
• Agency Fee: $105 + either $5 online processing fee or $10 mail-in processing fee

Registration Renewal

• Submission method: online
• Agency Fee: $125 renewal fee + $5 online processing fee
• Due: By December 31 of even-numbered years.

Non-State Level Architecture Firm Licenses in Georgia

This section aims to clarify licenses that are not required in Georgia for architecture firms.

Georgia Architecture Firm License

In Georgia, architecture firms are not required to obtain a state-level license. Instead, they are allowed to practice architecture as long as they adhere to the regulations outlined in O.C.G.A. § 43-4-10. For further details and guidance, it is recommended to consult the Georgia State Board of Architects & Interior Designers.

• Business Corporations
• Professional Corporations
• Limited Liability Companies
• Partnerships

• For Business Corporations in Georgia:
  1. Either one of the principal officers must be a licensed architect in Georgia.
  2. Alternatively, an employee who is a licensed architect in Georgia and has an ownership interest in the firm can be designated in writing as holding a position of authority within the firm. This designation should authorize them to direct the architectural services offered by the firm.
• For Professional Corporations in Georgia:
  1. All shareholders of Georgia Professional Corporations (PCs) must be licensed to practice architecture.
  2. At least one member of the board of directors and the president of the professional corporation must be licensed to practice the architectural profession.
• For Limited Liability Companies (LLCs) in Georgia:
  1. Either one of the members of the LLC must be a licensed architect in Georgia.
  2. Alternatively, an employee who is a licensed architect in Georgia and has an ownership interest in the LLC can be designated in writing as holding a position of authority within the firm. This designation should authorize them to direct the architectural services offered by the firm.
• For Partnerships in Georgia:
  1. Either one of the partners must be a licensed architect in Georgia.
  2. Alternatively, an employee who is a licensed architect in Georgia and has an ownership interest in the partnership can be designated in writing as holding a position of authority within the firm. This designation should authorize them to direct the architectural services offered by the firm.

Georgia Interior Design Firm License

Georgia does not have state-level licensure requirements for interior design firms. There is no current licensing or registration process for interior design businesses in Georgia.

Georgia Landscape Architecture Firm License

Landscape architecture firm licensure is not required at the state level in Georgia. For more information, you can contact the Georgia State Board of Architects, Landscape Architects & Interior Designers.

Register for the Architect Registration Examination

Securing an architect’s license in Georgia opens up a world of opportunities to practice architecture in the state. The journey commences with the pursuit of a professional degree in architecture, a fundamental requirement in your quest to become a licensed architect. This degree is not just a piece of paper, but a testament to your knowledge and comprehension of architectural principles, a rite of passage that equips you with the tools to craft and shape the built environment.

Remember, it’s important that your architecture degree is obtained from a program accredited by a recognized body such as the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB). This accreditation assures that the program meets the industry’s standards and provides the necessary skills and training.

Architect registration in Georgia is a crucial step that formalizes your standing in the industry. This process includes satisfying the state’s requirements and passing the relevant examinations. With this license, you will have the legal authority to practice architecture, offering your expertise to develop the Georgia landscape. Now that you are armed with this information, you’re one step closer to realizing your architectural aspirations.

Disclaimer: These requirements are subject to change based on approval board discretion. For the most up-to-date information, please visit the Georgia Secretary of State Website.