The license/registration issued to you by the Division is public proof that you are entitled to pursue certain activities regulated by Idaho Law. If your license/registration becomes lost or destroyed, you may obtain a replacement from the Division. A replacement may also be requested if you have changed your name or address and wish to receive a license/registration bearing the updated information.
You may complete the Application for Duplicate License form online, print it out and sign it, and send it with the fee required by Idaho law to the Division. Your application will not be processed unless the fee is received with the application. A replacement card will be sent to the mailing address.
Q: What is the timeline to receive my license once the application is submitted?
A: Once all requested documentation has been received, the State Board of Architects and Landscape Architects must review the application file. This will be done at the next scheduled board meeting after your application file is complete. You will receive written notice of the board’s decision after that review.
Q: I am licensed in another state as an Architect. What do I have to do to become licensed in the State of Idaho?
A: You must complete the application for licensure by endorsement. Send this application along with the $50.00 endorsement fee, to the Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses. If you hold an NCARB record, you must also notify NCARB and instruct them to send your NCARB record to the Division. If you are not going to use your NCARB, you will need to have the state you are licensed in provide a verification of licensure to the Division.
Q: I am applying for licensure in another state, and they require verification of my license in Idaho. What do I need to do?
A: If you wish to receive an Official Certification of license status, a written request must be submitted to the Division together with the required $10.00 fee. Free primary source verification of license/registration status may be obtained via the web at https://dopl.idaho.gov. Click on Search for a license. These certifications contain all public information.
Each state requires different forms of certification of licensure. Please check with the state where you are applying to see what is required before requesting certification from Idaho. Certifications can be obtained two ways from Idaho as noted above.
Q: Can I apply for a temporary permit to practice Architecture in the State of Idaho while I am waiting to receive my Idaho license?
A: No. The temporary permit allows a person to only offer to render architectural services in the State of Idaho. You must hold an active Idaho Architect License to practice Architect in the State of Idaho.
Q: I am an architect intern, where do I go to register for my exam?
A: Registration can be completed on NCARB’s website by clicking here.
Q: I am licensed in another state as a Landscape Architect. What do I have to do to become licensed in the State of Idaho?
A: You must complete the application for licensure by endorsement. Send this application along with the $75.00 application fee, $125.00 original licensure fee, and supporting documentation outlined on the application to the Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses. If you hold a CLARB council record, you must also notify CLARB and instruct them to transmit your CLARB council record to the Board. You may also have the state you are licensed in provide a verification of licensure showing passing scores for the LARE.
Q: What is the timeline to receive my license once the application is submitted?
A: If you have already submitted an application and are needing to provide additional documents, a status letter will go out.
If your application is under review by the Board, you can check the License Search on the Division’s website at https://dopl.idaho.gov by only entering your name. If a license has been issued, it will appear on the website and an original wall certificate and license card are mailed out. The database updates after 6 p.m. daily. The Board tries to issue licenses within 30 days.
Q: Are there specifications on what my Idaho Landscape Architects seal should include?
A: Yes, the seal specifications can be found under Idaho Code 54-3003(9)(b)(i).
Q: Are there requirements regarding an Idaho Landscape Architect’s seal?
A: Yes, please click here.
Q: How do candidates register for the Landscape Architect Registration Examination (LARE)?
A: All candidates register for the exam via the Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards (CLARB) website.
CLARB evaluates the candidate’s eligibility to sit for the exam and is not required to obtain prior approval. Once the candidate’s eligibility is confirmed, they are given instructions on how to register for the exam by CLARB.
24.01.01 – Rules of the Board of Architects and Landscape Architects
Each state requires different forms of
certification of licensure. Please check with the state where you are applying
to see what is required before requesting certification from Idaho.
Certifications can be obtained two ways from Idaho, both through
your Online Services account, they can be found under the “Menu” option once
logged into your account:
Please contact us with any questions via email ala@dopl.idaho.gov or phone (208) 334-3233.
Name | Position | Expiration | Original Appointment |
---|---|---|---|
Allison McClintick | Public Member | July 1, 2022 | |
Jon Fritz Breckon | Landscape Architect | July 1, 2022 | |
Daniel K. Mullin | Architect | July 1, 2022 | |
John Maulin | Architect | July 1, 2022 | |
Bryce Olberding | Landscape Architect | July 1, 2022 | |
Timothy Grissom | Architect | July 1, 2022 | |
Jedd Walker | Education/Architect | July 1, 2022 |
Architect Registration Examination (ARE®)
Effective July 1, 2024, Idaho licensure candidates will not be subject to the five-year rolling clock when taking divisions of the Architect Registration Examination® (ARE®). Instead, candidates will test under NCARB’s new policy.
Score Validity Policy
When Idaho adopts the score validity policy, NCARB will reinstate previously expired, eligible ARE 4.0 and ARE 5.0 divisions and remove the rolling clock for unexpired passed ARE 5.0 divisions for Idaho candidates. Divisions passed in ARE 3.1 or earlier versions will remain expired. Note: These changes may take two to three weeks after the policy goes into effect to appear in your NCARB Record. Explore the Score Validity Policy.
When testing in ARE 5.0, you no longer need to apply for rolling clock extensions for any life events, such as the birth or adoption of a child, serious illness or injury, etc.
Questions? Contact NCARB here.
Click here to visit.
Application Type |
Fee/Cost |
Initial Exam (Architect) |
$25 |
Endorsement (Architect) |
$50 |
Temporary (Architect) |
$50 |
Initial Application (Landscape Architect) |
$75 |
Original License (Landscape Architect) |
$125 |
Duplicate License |
$10 |
Duplicate Certificate |
$10 |
Annual Renewal Type |
Fee/Cost |
Architect Renewal |
$50 |
Landscape Architect Renewal |
$125 |
Late Renewal (in additional to the Renewal Fee) |
$35 |
Please contact us with any questions via email IPELS-Licensing@dopl.idaho.gov or phone (208) 334-3233.
Name | Position | Expiration | Original Appointment |
---|---|---|---|
Glenn K. Bennett | Land Surveyor | May 24, 2024 | June 2, 2014 |
Raymond J. Watkins | Engineer Member | May 24, 2025 | September 3, 2015 |
Richard Jacobson | Engineer Member | May 24, 2024 | November 26, 2019 |
Tom Ruby | Land Surveyor | May 24, 2025 | June 1, 2020 |
Keith C Brooks | Engineer Member | May 24, 2026 | October 19, 2021 |
Sondra M Miller | Engineer Member | May 24, 2027 | August 9, 2022 |
Wyatt B Johnson | Public Member | May 24, 2027 | May 1, 2023 |
It is easy for engineering and surveying students and professional applicants to register for the examinations. All applicants for the examinations may now enroll directly with the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) at www.ncees.org/exams
If you are applying for licensure in Idaho, in addition to our online application form, you can speed up the process by asking your references to email their reference forms to IPELS-Licensing@dopl.idaho.gov. Likewise, upload and store your transcripts in your NCEES account for validation by Idaho.
Application Type Fee
Initial Licensure $80
Licensure by Comity $125
Business Entity Authorization Cert. $200
Faculty Restricted License $100
Intern Certificate No fee
Renewal Type Fee
Engineers or Land Surveyors License $150
Business Entity Authorization Cert. $120
Intern Certificate $20
Retired License No Fee
Late Renewal Type FeeLate Renewal Type Fee/Cost
Engineers or Land Surveyors $75 Per Month (maximum of $350 in late fees)
Business Entity Authorized Cert. $60 Per Month (maximum of $380 in late fees)
Intern No Fee
If you have questions about a profession/board, please contact them directly.