Republic act no. 9266 (march 17, 2004) An act providing for a more responsive and comprehensive regulation for the registration, licensing and pract

Republic Act No. 9266

An act known as 'The Architecture Act of 2004,' which regulates the registration, licensing, and practice of architecture in the Philippines.

Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture

The board created under Republic Act No. 9266, consisting of a chairman and two members to oversee the practice of architecture.

Chairman

The head of the Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture appointed by the President of the Philippines.

Qualifications of members

Requirements for board members including citizenship, educational background, and years of practice as an architect.

Term of Office

The duration for which board members serve, which is three years.

Annual Report

A report that the board must submit every year detailing its activities and achievements.

Licensure Examination

An examination required for architects to assess their qualifications and readiness for professional practice.

Weighting General Average

The minimum overall score required to pass the licensure examination, set at seventy percent (70%).

Certificate of Registration

A document issued to licensed architects confirming their right to practice architecture.

Professional Identification Card

A card issued to architects alongside their certificate of registration, serving as proof of licensure.

Oath

A formal promise made by licensed architects upon receiving their certificate of registration.

Suspension and Revocation

The board's power to suspend or revoke an architect's license under certain conditions.

Grounds for Removal

Conditions permitting the suspension or removal of board members, including moral turpitude and misconduct.

Compensation and Allowances

Monetary payment received by the chairman and members of the board for their services.

Commission on Higher Education (CHED)

The body in the Philippines responsible for overseeing higher education and accrediting architecture programs.

Architect of Record

The architect responsible for the integrity of architectural designs and documents affixed with their seal.

Ethical Conduct Standards

Guidelines established for professional behavior and practice in architecture.

Reissuance of Certificates

The process allowing architects to regain their registration after revocation under specific conditions.

Roster of Architects

An official listing of licensed architects maintained by the regulatory board.

Seal of the Board

The official emblem representing the Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture.

Integrated and Accredited Professional Organization

An authorized body representing the interests of architects in the Philippines and involved in board nominations.