New Hampshire Administrative Code

(a) A motion for rehearing shall be filed within 30 days of the date of the board decision or order. (b) A motion for rehearing shall:(1) Identify each error of fact, error of reasoning, or error of law which the moving party wishes to have reconsidered; (2) Describe how each err…

A motion for rehearing in a case subject to appeal under RSA 541 shall be granted if it demonstrates that the board's decision is unlawful, unjust or unreasonable. Notes N.H. Admin. Code § Arch 213.04 #7943-A, eff 8-27-03

The board shall grant or deny a motion for rehearing, or suspend the order or decision pending further consideration within 10 days of the filing of the motion for rehearing. Notes N.H. Admin. Code § Arch 213.05 #7943-A, eff 8-27-03

The purpose of this part is to provide a uniform procedure for the conduct of public hearings at which comment from the general public will be solicited for evaluation and consideration by the board relative to rulemaking. Notes N.H. Admin. Code § Arch 214.01 #7943-A, eff 8-27-03…

(a) These rules shall apply to all hearings required by state law to be conducted by the board at which public comment shall be solicited, except that they shall not apply to adjudicative hearings. (b) If any requirement set by these rules conflicts with an applicable statute suc…

(a) A public comment hearing concerning rulemaking shall be commenced by placing notice of the hearing in the "Rulemaking Register" so that it shall appear at least 20 days prior to the hearing date. (b) Notice for rulemaking public comment hearings shall comply with RSA 541-A:6,…

(a) Public comment hearings shall be open to the print and electronic media. (b) The moderator shall place limits on the activities of the media to avoid disruption in the following ways: (1) Limiting the number of media representatives when their presence is disproportionate to …

(a) The hearing shall be presided over by a moderator who shall be the board chairperson or a designee. (b) The moderator shall: (1) Call the hearing to order; (2) Cause a recording of the hearing to be made; (3) Place limits on the media to avoid disruption as set out in Arch 21…

(a) Any person who wishes to speak on the issue or issues which are the subject of the hearing shall place his or her name and address on a speakers' list before the last speaker on the list has finished speaking. All whose names appear on the speakers' list, as provided, shall b…

(a) Any person may request the board to commence a proceeding for the purpose of adopting, amending, or repealing a rule by filing a written petition that contains: (1) The text of the proposed rule or a statement of the particular results intended by the petitioner to flow from …

(a) The board shall consider all petitions for rulemaking and proceed pursuant to RSA 541-A:4. The board shall request additional data or argument from the petitioner or other interested persons to clarify the merits of the petition. (b) The board shall grant the petition if the …

(a) Any person may request a declaratory ruling from the board on matters within its jurisdiction by filing an original and 5 copies of a petition pursuant to Arch 206.02(b). (b) A petition for declaratory ruling shall set forth the following information:(1) The exact ruling bein…

(a) The petitioner shall provide such further information or participate in such evidentiary or other proceedings as the board shall direct after reviewing the petition and any replies received. (b) Upon review and consideration, the board shall within 90 days rule on the petitio…

(a) Any person may request an explanation regarding adoption of the rules pursuant to RSA 310-A:11, VII by submitting a request to the board. (b) The request shall be considered at the next scheduled board meeting and the board shall issue a response within 45 days after consider…

(a) Each person wishing to become licensed as an architect shall submit the following:(1) An "Application for Initial New Hampshire Licensure as an Architect" form revised 2/2022 which contains the information specified in Arch 301.02; (2) The certified copy of transcripts from a…

(a) Each applicant for licensure shall completethe form entitled "Application for Licensure as an Architect," as amended 8/2019. National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) certificate holders shall complete sections 1, 2, 3, 5, and 9 only. All others shall comp…

Each applicant for licensure shall provide the board with the names and addresses of not fewer than 5 individuals, not related to the applicant, as references. At least 3 shall be licensed architects having detailed knowledge of the applicant's architecture experience. The board …

(a) The person providing the reference shall complete the "Professional Reference Form" revised 2/2022. (b) A completed Reference Form shall only be submitted with a completed Initial Licensure Application Form and not separately. Notes N.H. Admin. Code § Arch 301.04 #7944, eff 8…

(a) Candidates for the architectural registration exam (ARE) shall meet one of the following requirements:(1) Hold a professional degree from a school whose curriculum has been accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB); (2) Be a student actively participat…

The board shall evaluate the candidates using the NCARB Certification Guidelines July 2021 edition as specified in Appendix B and NCARB Education Guidelines January 2021 edition as specified in Appendix B. All candidates for licensure shall have completed the training requirement…

All candidates for licensure shall have successfully passed all divisions of the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) architectural registration examination (ARE). Notes N.H. Admin. Code § Arch 303.01 #3029, eff 5-28-85; ss by #4599, eff 4-13-89, EXPIRED:…

(a) Candidates for licensure who are licensed or registered in another state, provided that the other state's licensure or registration requirements are consistent with Arch 302.01, the NCARB Certification Guidelines July 2021 edition as specified in Appendix B, and NCARB Educati…

(a) Application and licensure fees shall be in the form of money order, bank draft, credit card, or check made payable to Treasurer, State of New Hampshire. (b) The examination fees shall be paid by the applicant directly to the test administrator. Notes N.H. Admin. Code § Arch 3…

The application, licensure, and related fees shall be as follows: (a) The application fee for licensure shall be $155.00; (b) The biennial renewal fee shall be $155.00; (c) The reinstatement fee shall be $355.00; (d) The application fee for certificate of authorization for archit…

Notes N.H. Admin. Code § Arch 305.03 #7944, eff 8-27-03; ss by #9097, eff 2-29-08 Amended by Volume XXXV Number 32, Filed August 13, 2015, Proposed by #10904, Effective 8/5/2015, Expires8/5/2025. Reserved by Volume XLII Number 19, Filed May 12, 2022, Proposed by #13362, Effective…

An applicant for licensure as an architect, who has met all the requirements of RSA 310- A and these rules and who has paid all of the fees, shall be issued a license by the board. The licensee shall be issued a license authorizing the practice of architecture that shall show the…

The board shall issue a pocket card upon receipt of the biennial renewal form and fee. The card shall certify that the architect holds a license in good standing and is authorized to practice architecture to the date of expiration as shown on the card . Notes N.H. Admin. Code § A…

(a) Upon issuance of an initial license to an applicant as a licensed architect, the licensee shall acquire an impression type seal or rubber stamp of the design specified by these rules. This seal shall bear the licensee's name and number as shown on the license. This seal, sign…

(a) Business organizations offering architectural services in New Hampshire shall meet the requirements established pursuant to RSA 310-A:42-a. (b) Persons designated as being responsible for the architectural activities of the business organization shall: (1) Be licensed as an a…

(a) Each applicant for licensure who is a military spouse pursuant to RSA 332-G:7, III shall apply to the board for licensure on an application for licensure form as specified in Arch 301.02 and pay the fee set forth in Arch 305.02. (b) Each applicant for facilitated licensing as…

Pursuant to RSA 310-A:46, licenses shall be renewed by written application prior to the expiration date and by payment of the prescribed renewal fee. The board shall notify each architect at least2 months prior to expiration of his/her license. Notes N.H. Admin. Code § Arch 401.0…

Any licensee wishing to renew a license shall submit: (a) The renewal application supplied by the board; (b) The fee specified in Arch 305.02(f); and (c) If the renewal is not received by the date of expiration, a late fee of 20 percent per month. Notes N.H. Admin. Code § Arch 40…

The applicant shall supply the following on a form entitled "NH Architect License Renewal Form," dated May 2019: (a) The applicant's full name; (b) The applicant's business name and address and telephone number; (c) The applicant's home address and telephone number; (d) The appli…

(a) Renewal shall be denied if, after notice and an opportunity for hearing, there is a finding of: (1) Any unethical act for which discipline shall be imposed under Arch 500; (2) Reasons for which an initial application would have been denied; (3) Failure to furnish complete or …

An architect whose license to practice architecture in this state has been allowed to lapse for a period of 30 days or more shall: (a) Submit to the board the "Application for Reinstatement of Licensure as an Architect," dated 2/2022, that includes the following:(1) The applicant…

(a) The board shall place an architect on inactive status pursuant to RSA 332-G:7, II upon receipt of: (1) A written request; and (2) Proof of active duty service in the Armed Forces of the United States. (b) The board shall return an architect to active status upon receipt of:(1…

Certification of authorization for the practice of architecture shall expire on December 31 each year. A renewal notification shall be sent to all certified business organizations at least one month prior to expiration. Notes N.H. Admin. Code § Arch 401.07 Derived From Volume XXX…

Reinstatement shall be denied if, after notice and an opportunity for hearing, the board finds: (a) Any unethical act for which discipline shall be imposed under Arch 500; (b) Reasons for which an initial application could be denied; or (c) Failure to furnish complete or accurate…

The board shall undertake misconduct investigations, settlements of misconduct allegations, or disciplinary hearings, in response to any information which reasonably suggests that a licensee has engaged in professional misconduct. Notes N.H. Admin. Code § Arch 402.01 #9097, eff 2…

(a) Other than immediate license suspensions authorized by RSA 541-A:30, III the board shall impose disciplinary sanctions only:(1) After prior notice and an opportunity to be heard; or (2) Pursuant to a mutually agreed upon settlement or consent decree. (b) When the board receiv…

(a) Adjudicative procedures seeking the assessment of an administrative fine shall be commenced against any person subject to such fines or penalties under any provision of RSA 310-A when the board possesses evidence indicating that a violation has occurred. (b) When persons subj…

(a) Payment of a fine shall be included among the options available for settling disciplinary allegations, and shall be included among the types of disciplinary sanctions imposed after notice and hearing. (b) In cases where the board initially intends to limit disciplinary sancti…

(a) Continuing education units shall be earned pursuant to RSA 310-A:46-a. (b) A renewal application shall not be accepted for filing unless the licensee indicates on the renewal application, and under penalty of unsworn falsification, that he or she has completed the minimum req…

Continuing education units shall meet the following criteria: (a) Continuing education activities shall be relevant to the practice of architecture or no credit shall be awarded. Such continuing education activities may include technical, ethical, or managerial content; (b) There…

Continuing education units shall be credited as follows: (a) Four continuing education units shall apply to activity on a state or national board of licensure; (b) Courses or programs awarded one college semester hour of credit shall equal 15 continuing education units based on c…

(a) The licensee shall maintain records to be used to support continuing education units claimed. (b) Records required shall contain attendance verification records in the form of either: (1) Certificates of attendance; or (2) Completed continuing education transcripts from a pro…

A licensee shall be exempt from the continuing education requirements for serving on temporary active duty in the armed forces of the United States for a period of time exceeding 120 consecutive days in a year. Notes N.H. Admin. Code § Arch 403.05 #9646, eff 4-1-10 Amended by Vol…