Vermont Architecture Industry Licensing
Licensing requirements for architecture industry firms and individuals in Vermont.
This page provides an overview of architecture industry licensing in Vermont 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.
Company Licenses
Vermont Architecture Company Licenses
Vermont Architecture Firm License
Not required
Architecture Firm licensure is not required on the State level in Vermont.
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: Vermont Office of Professional Regulation - Board of Architects| Law: | |
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| Ownership Requirements: | Business Corporations:
Professional Corporations:
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Vermont Interior Design Firm License
Not required
Interior Design Firm licensure is not required on the State level in Vermont.
Vermont does not currently license or register interior design businesses.
Individual Licenses
Vermont Individual Architecture Licenses
Vermont Architect License
| Agency: | Vermont Office of Professional Regulation - Board of Architects |
| Exam Required? | Yes |
Initial Registration
This section applies to architects that are applying for a license in Vermont for the first time.
| Instructions: | NCARB Certificate 1.Completeonline application andpay non-refundable application fee. 2.National Council of architectural registration boards certificate officially transmitted by NCARB electronically
Examination 1. Complete online application and pay non refundable application fee Option 1 –hold a NAAB accredited professional degree and have documented at least 2/3 of the required AXP requirement with NCARB. Option 2 -For admittance to take the A.R.E. exam without an NAAB accredited professional degree, your years of education and experience acceptable to the Board must total 9 years (See 2.2.1.2.2 below).•Applicants may be allowed to begin taking the ARE exam with the completion of at least 8 years of experience of the total 9 years required and with at least 2/3 of the AXP requirement documented with NCARB. |
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| Agency Fee: | $80.00 application fee + $100 exam fee |
| Original Ink: | Not required |
| Notarization Required?: | Not required |
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Reciprocal Registration
This section applies to architects licensed in another state that are looking for reciprocal licensure in Vermont.
| Instructions: | For endorsement or reciprocity: To qualify, an applicant must be licensed or certified in good standing in another state or |
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| Agency Fee: | $80 |
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Registration Renewal
This section applies to architects that are already licensed in Vermont and need to renew their license.
| Agency Fee: | $155 |
| Due: | By January 31 of odd-numbered years. |
Vermont Interior Designer License
Not required
Interior Designer licensure is not required on the State level in Vermont.
Learn about architecture licensing in other states:
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.
