Prof. Practice Notes 1

Republic of the Philippines
Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)

Manila
THE PROFESSIONAL REGULATORY BOARD OF ARCHITECTURE Resolution No. 02

Series of 2006
ADOPTION AND PROMULGATION OF THE CODE OF ETHICAL CONDUCT FOR

REGISTERED AND LICENSED ARCHITECTS AND FOR HOLDERS OF
TEMPORARY/SPECIAL PERMITS UNDER R.A. NO. 9266, KNOWN AS "THE
ARCHITECTURE ACT OF 2004"
Pursuant to Section 7 (g), Article II of R.A. No. 9266, known as the “Architecture Act of
2004” and Section 7 (g), Rule II of Board Resolution No. 07, Series of 2004, cited as "IRR of
the Architecture Act of 2004", the Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture (hereinafter
called Board), subject to approval by the Professional Regulation Commission (hereinafter
called Commission), resolves, as it is hereby resolved, to adopt and promulgate the hereunder
Code of Ethical Conduct for Registered and Licensed Architects and for holders of
temporary/special permits under the said R.A. No. 9266 and Board Res. No. 07 as prescribed
and issued by the United Architects of the Philippines, Inc. (UAP), the Integrated and Accredited
Professional Organization of Architects (IAPOA) in the Philippines by virtue of Board Res. No.
03, Series of 2004 as approved by the Commission.
ARTICLE I
GENERAL PROVISIONS
Section 1. Traits of Architects. - The profession of Architecture calls for men and women of the
highest integrity, responsiveness, business acumen, sensibility, as well as artistic and
technical ability.
Section 2. Duties and Responsibilities. - The Architect's honesty of purpose must be beyond
reproach; he/she acts as professional adviser to his/her Client and his/her advice must
be unprejudiced; he/she is charged with the exercise of mediation and conciliation functions
between Client and Contractor and must act with entire impartiality; he/she has moral
responsibilities to his/her professional associates and subordinates; and he/she is engaged in
a profession which carries with it grave responsibilities to the public. These duties and
responsibilities cannot be properly discharged unless his/her motives, conduct, sense of moral
values, sensitivity, and ability are such as to command respect and confidence.
ARTICLE II
THE ARCHITECT'S RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO THE PEOPLE
Section 3. Relations with the Public. - The Architect is engaged in a profession which, whether
such responsibilities are the natural outcome of good citizenship or carries with it civic
responsibilities towards the public of his/her professional pursuit, or whether they partake of
informative and educational matters or of his/her normal interest in public welfare; and,
accordingly, he or she
3.1 shall respect and help conserve the systems of values and the natural, historic, and cultural
heritage of the community in which he/she creates architecture. He/she shall strive to improve
the environment and the life and habitat within it in a sustainable manner, fully mindful of the
effect of his/her work on the widest interests of all those who may reasonably be expected to
use the product of his/her work.
3.2 shall promote the interest of his/her professional organization and do his/her full part of the
work to enhance the objectives and services of the organization. He/she should share in the
interchange of technical information and experience with the other design professions and the
construction industry.
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3.3 as a good citizen shall abide by and observe the laws and regulations of the government
and comply with the Code of Ethical Conduct and the Standards of Professional Practice.
He/she shall at all times endeavor to properly observe the laws on the practice of architecture
and on the planning and design of buildings and their environs. He/she shall at no time act in a
manner detrimental to the best interest of the architectural profession.
3.4 shall not use paid advertisement, nor use self-laudatory, exaggerated, or misleading
publicity. However, he/she may, in the context of advancing public knowledge of the Architect’s
function in society, as well as of architecture itself, opt to write books, be a regular columnist of
a publication, or be a contributor to the preparation of any other literature, or actively participate
in any forum, seminar, workshop, or similar assemblies through verbal or visual presentations
and, in the process, show his/her own true worth as a professional, in which case he/she may
receive remuneration or honorarium for such undertakings.
3.5 shall not solicit, nor permit to solicit, in his/her name, advertisements or other support
towards the cost of any publication presenting his/her work. He/she shall refrain from taking
part in paid advertisement endorsing any materials of construction or building equipment.
3.6 shall not deceive the public as to his/her professional competence, nor claim any
professional specialization unless supported by academic qualification, track record or relevant
expertise, professional resources available to him/her which will enable him/her to handle the
work particularly requiring such specialization and sanction, by his/her peers in the profession.
3.7 may exhibit his/her professional shingle outside his/her office, or display a project billboard
indicating relevant information, which may include pictorial reproduction thereof, in a modest
manner
ARTICLE III THE ARCHITECT'S RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO HIS/HER CLIENT
Section 4. Relations with the Client. - The Architect's relation to his/her Client is dependent
upon good faith. To ensure the continued existence of such state of good relationship, the
Architect's position carries with it certain moral obligations to his/her Client and to
himself/herself. The Architect shall always endeavor to protect the Client's interests but never
at the expense of higher public interests and public welfare; and, accordingly, he/she
4.1 shall introduce to a prospective Client the professional services he/she is able to perform
provided it is limited to the presentation of examples of his/her professional-experience and
does not entail the offering of free preliminary sketches or other services without the benefit of
an agreement with the Client for legitimate compensation.
4.2 shall acquaint or ascertain from the Client, at the very inception of their business
relationship, the exact nature and scope of his/her services and properly inform the Client of
the corresponding professional fees.
4.3 shall advise a Client against proceeding with any project whose practicability may be
questionable due to financial or legal important and/or exigent conditions, even if such advice
may mean the loss of a prospective commission to the Architect.
4.4 shall explain the conditional character of estimates and in no case shall he/she guarantee
any estimates or cost of the work in order to secure a commission, unless provided for by law,
as in certain government projects.
4.5 shall consider the needs and stipulation of his/her Client and the effects of his/her work
upon the life and well-being of the public and the community as a whole and shall endeavor to
meet the aesthetic and functional requirements of the project commensurate with the Client's
budget.
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4.6 shall bill his/her Client for services rendered a professional fee commensurate with the work
involved and with his/her professional standing and experience based upon the Basic Minimum
Fee prescribed under the. "Standards of Professional Practice."
4.7 shall undertake the construction of a project even when the plans were prepared bv him/her
when it conforms with pertinent sections of the "Standards of Professional Practice".
4.8 shall be compensated for his/her services solely through his/her professional fee billed
directly to the Client. He/she shall not ask for any other returns in whatever form from any
interested source other than the Client.
4.9 shall be free in his/her investments and business relations outside of his/her profession from
any financial or personal interests which tend to weaker his/her standing as an unprejudiced
and honest adviser, free to act in his/her Client's best interests. If the Architect has any other
business interest's which would relate to, or affect the interest of the Client, he/she should
inform the Client of such a condition or situation.
4.10 shall include in his/her agreement with the Client a clause providing for negotiation,
mediation/conciliation and/or arbitration as alternative methods for the settlement of disputes.
4.11 shall carry out his/her professional work without undue delay and within an agreed
reasonable time limit.
4.12 shall keep the Client informed at all times of the progress of the work undertaken on the
Client's behalf and of any issue that may affect project quality and cost.
ARTICLE IV THE ARCHITECT'S RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO THE

CONTRACTOR
Section 5. Relations with Contractor. - The Contractor depends upon the Architect to safeguard
fairly the Contractor's interest as well as those of the Client; and, accordingly he or she
5.1 shall give the Contractor every reasonable assistance to enable him/her to fully understand
the contents of the Contract Documents by furnishing clear, definite, and consistent information
in all pertinent contract documents to avoid unnecessary mistakes that may involve extra costs
to either the Contractor or the Client.
5.2 shall not knowingly call upon the Contractor to correct or remedy oversights or errors in the
Contract Document to the Contractor's or the Owner's financial disadvantage.
5.3 shall, immediately upon his/her personal knowledge and inspection, reject or condemn
material, equipment, or workmanship which is not in conformity with the Contract Documents
in order not to cause unnecessary delay and additional expense to the Contractor. 5.4 shall
reject any offer of free professional engineering or allied design service/s, or receive any
substantial aid, gifts, commissions, or favors from any Contractor or Subcontractor which will
tend to place him/her under any kind of obligation to return such favors. 5.5 shall promptly
inspect each phase of the work completed and if found according to the terms of the Contract
Documents, issue the corresponding Certificates of Payment and the Final Certificate of
Completion, respectively, to the Contractor.
ARTICLE V
THE ARCHITECT'S RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO MANUFACTURERS, DEALERS,
AND AGENTS
Section 6. - Relations with Manufacturers, Dealers, and Agents. - An exchange of technical

information between the Architect and those who manufacture, supply, and handle building
materials or equipment is necessary and, therefore, encouraged and commended, provided
that: he/she
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6.1 shall not solicit free professional engineering/allied design or other technical services from
manufacturers or suppliers of building materials or equipment when these are accompanied by
an obligation detrimental to the best interest of the Client, or which may adversely affect the
Architect's professional opinion.
6.2 shall not seek commissions, discounts, fees, gifts, or favors from agents or firms handling
building materials or equipment which may place him/her in a reciprocal frame of mind. All
market discounts shall be credited to the Client.
ARTICLE VI THE ARCHITECT'S RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO HIS/HER

COLLEAGUES AND SUBORDINATES
Section 7. Relations with his/her colleagues and subordinates (his/her big and small
brothers/sisters). - The Architect has moral responsibilities towards his/her profession, his/her
colleagues, and his/her subordinates; and, accordingly, he or she
7.1 shall not render professional services without a professional service agreement. He/she
shall neither offer nor provide preliminary services on a conditional basis prior to definite
agreement with the Client for the commission of the project.
7.2 shall abide by the Basic Minimum Fee prescribed under the "Standards of Professional
Practice". He/she shall not use donation of professional services as a device for obtaining
competitive advantage except for worthy civic or religious projects. Neither shall he/she submit
solicited or unsolicited sketches or drawings in competition with other Architects unless such
competitive arrangements are conducted substantially under the terms of me Architectural
Competition Code.
7.3 shall not, in any case, enter as competitor in any Architectural Competition when he/she
has direct involvement in the formulation of the Program thereof, or when he/she has been
engaged to act as Professional Adviser or Juror for such competition. Neither shall the Architect
accept and act as professional adviser or juror in any architectural competition when he/she
has had any information or has reviewed or assisted in the preparation of such competition. Nor
shall be retained as a professional adviser in a competition, accept employment as an Architect
for the competition project, except as Consulting Architect.
7.4 shall not, under any circumstances or through any means, solicit any project already known
to him/her as previously committed to another Architect, whether such a commitment is still in
the process of negotiation or has already been definitely agreed upon.
7.5 shall not undertake a commission for which he/she knows that another Architect has been
previously employed unless he/she notifies me other Architect of the fact in writing and has
conclusively determined that the original employment has been terminated and duly
compensated for.
7.6 shall not undertake a commission for additions, rehabilitation, or remodeling of any erected
structure undertaken previously by another Architect without duly notifying him of the
contemplated project even when the Client/Owner is no longer the same. When the greater
mass, area, or design of the original structure is substantially maintained, the new Architect
should limit his/her advertisement or claim only to the extent of the specific work he/she has
done to me structure. Whenever the nature of work involved examples of our architectural
heritage, the Architect must look at all possibilities of restoration.
7.7 shall not maliciously, or unfairly criticize, or discredit another Architect or the latter's work.
7.8 shall refrain from associating himself/herself with, or allowing the use of his/her name by
any enterprise that may negatively affect himself/herself or the architectural profession.
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7.9 shall not affix his/her signature and seal to any plans or professional documents prepared
by other persons or entities and not done under his/her direct personal supervision.
7.10 shall provide employees and subordinates with a suitable work environment, compensate
them fairly, and facilitate their professional advancement. He/she shall tutor and mentor the
young aspirants towards the ideals, functions, duties, and responsibilities leading to the ethical
practice of the architectural profession.
7.11 shall unselfishly give his/her share in the transfer of technical knowledge and experience
to his/her colleagues and young aspirants and do his/her part in fostering unity in the
furtherance of the profession.
7.12 shall unselfishly give his/her time and effort to the advancement of the profession thru
his/her active and personal commitment and involvement with the Integrated and Accredited
Professional Organization of Architects (IAPOA) and in undertaking specific advocacy work to
ultimately benefit the architectural profession.
7.13 shall ensure that the conduct of his/her professional practice abides by appropriate and
effective internal procedures, including monitoring and review processes, as well as sufficient
qualified and supervised staff to enable the firm to function efficiently.
7.14 shall neither appropriate the intellectual property of, nor unduly take advantage of the ideas
of another architect without express authority from the originating architect.
7.15 shall build his/her professional reputation on the merits of his/her own service and
performance and shall strive to continuously update his/her professional know-how. He/she
shall recognize and give credit to others for professional work performed.
7.16 shall not, when offering services as an independent consultant, quote a fee without first
receiving an official invitation for him/her to do so. The Architect must have sufficient information
on the nature and scope of the project to enable him/her to prepare a fee proposal clearly
indicating the services covered by the fee in order to protect the Client and the public from
under-resourcing or under-pricing by some unscrupulous parties.
7.17 shall not undertake professional work unless the parties shall have clearly agreed in writing
to the terms of the architectural commission, to wit:
7.17.1 scope of work,
7.17.2 delineation of responsibilities,
7.17.3 any limitation of responsibilities,
7.17.4 fee or method of calculating it,
7.17.5 mode of alternative dispute resolution, and
7.17.6 any provision for termination.
7.18 shall continue to raise the standards of aesthetic excellence, functional logic, architectural
education, research, training, and practice.
7.19 shall, as appropriate, promote the allied arts and contribute to the knowledge and capability
of the construction industry.
7.20 if he/she possesses substantial information which leads to n reasonable belief that another
Architect has committed a violation of this Code, shall file a formal complaint with the designated
body.
7.21 if he/she is leaving his/her Architect-Employer shall not, without the permission of the latter,
take with him/her designs, drawings, data, or other relevant materials even if personally
performed by him/her. On the other hand, the Architect-Employer shall not unreasonably
withhold such permission, except when some confidentiality of any such documents must be
reasonably protected.
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7.22 shall not discriminate on grounds of race, national origin, age, gender, marital status,
religion, or any disability which would hinder the performance of his/her professional work.
ARTICLE VII
ARCHITECTS CREDO
Section 8. Any registered and licensed architect shall recite with vigor, passion, and hope the
Architect's Credo during special or important occasion, e.g., mass oath-taking, lAPOA's affair,
PRBOA's event. The Architect's Credo shall be the following:
I shall work with this virtuous commitment: to exercise to the utmost my duty to myself, my
country, and my God.
I shall uphold the ideals, follow the norms of conduct of a noble profession, and endlessly
endeavor to protect and further its just ends.
I shall abide by the laws, rules, legal orders, statutory policies, and measures of my country;
the Code of Ethical Conduct and the Standards of Professional Practice; and the Articles of
Incorporation and By Laws of the Integrated and Accredited Professional Organization of
Architects (IAPOA).
I shall humbly seek success not through the measure of solicited personal publicity, but by
industrious, meaningful application to my work, and strive to merit a reputation for quality of
service and for equitable dealing.
I shall ask for fair remuneration for my professional services from my Client, and hold his/her
interest over and above my own.
I shall disclose, whenever required, any private business investments or ventures that may tend
to create a conflict of interest, and ensure that such conflict does neither compromise the
legitimate interests of my Clients nor interfere with my duty to render impartial judgment.
I shall exercise my professional prerogatives always with the highest level of integrity.
I shall inspire by my behavior the loyalty of my associates and subordinates, and take upon me
the mentorship of the aspirants to the profession. I shall confine my criticisms and praises within
constructive and inspirational limits and never resort to these means to promote any malicious
motives.
I shall dedicate myself to the pursuit of creative endeavor towards the goal of enlightened Art
and Science, generously sharing the results of my research, experience, and expertise.
I shall treasure my being a holder of a valid certificate of registration and a valid professional
identification card as registered and licensed architect and of a valid membership card with the
lAPOA.
I shall consecrate myself to the highest standard of professionalism, integrity, and competence
to the public, to the Client, to the contractor, to the manufacturers, dealers, and agents, and to
colleagues and subordinates who are the direct and indirect users and beneficiaries of my
architectural services.
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ARTICLE VIII
MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
Section 9. Liabilities and Penalties. Any registered and licensed architect or a grantee of a
temporary/special permit who violates any provision of this Code shall be liable under Sec. 23
(f), Art. III and Sec. 29, Art. lV of R.A. No. 9266 and under Sec. 23 (f), Rule III and Sec. 29, Rule
IV of Board Resolution No. 07, Series of 2004; and, accordingly, shall be meted out with the
penalty of suspension or revocation of the validity of certificate of registration, or cancellation of
a special/temporary permit by the Board, and/or of a fine of not less than One hundred thousand
pesos (P100,000.00) but not more than five million pesos (P5,000,000.00) or to suffer
imprisonment for a period of not less than six (6) months or not exceeding six (6) years, or both
at the discretion of the court, respectively. Section 10. Separability Clase. If any section or part
of the herein Resolution shall be declared unconstitutional or invalid, such declaration or
judgment shall not affect, invalidate, or impair the other sections or provisions thereof or part
thereof directly involved in which such judgment has been rendered. Section 11. Effectivity
Clause. The herein Resolution shall take effect after fifteen (15) days following its full and
complete publication in the Official Gazette or any daily newspaper of general circulation in the
Philippines. Done in the City of Manila, this 5th day of April, 2006.
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THE ARCHITECT’S CODE OF ETHICS PRBOA
Resolution No. 5 Series of 2018 June 4, 2018- City of Manila
ADOPTION AND PROMULGATION OF THE ARCHITECT’S CREDO, AMENDING FOR THE

PURPOSE OF BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 02, SERIES OF 2006, ENTITLED, “ADOPTION
AND PROMULGATION OF THE CODE OF ETHICAL CONDUCT FOR REGISTERED AND
LICENSED ARCHITECTS AND FOR HOLDERS OF TEMPORARY/ SPECIAL PERMITS
UNDER REPUBLIC ACT NO. 9266, KNOWN AS THE ARCHITECTURE ACT OF 2004”
• RA 9266 mandates PRBOArch to monitor the conditions affecting the practice of Architecture
and adopt such measures as may be deemed proper for the enhancement and maintenance of
high professional, ethical and technical standards of the profession;
• PRBOArch resolution No. 02 S. of 2006 on the adoption and promulgation of the CODE OF
ETHICAL CONDUCT for Registered Licensed Architects and for the holders of Temporary
special permits under RA 9266. Article VII of the code enjoins every registered and licensed
architect to recite with vigor, passion and hope the Architects Credo during special or important
occasions, e.g. mass oath taking, IAPOA’s Affair and Board events;
• The Architect’s Credo is a compendium of principles, beliefs and values that architects are
expected to adhere to in the conduct of their personal and professional dealings;
• There is a need to update the Architect’s credo to be attuned to the present times. In this
regard, the United Architects of the Philippines (UAP), endorsed through Board Resolution No.
99, s. of 2017-12018, its proposed Architect’s Credo for the Consideration of the board and the
Commission
BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 02, SERIES OF 2006 Consists of eight articles:
I. GENERAL PROVISIONS
II. THE ARCHITECT’S RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO THE PEOPLE
III. THE ARCHITECT’S RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO HIS/ HER CLIENT
IV. THE ARCHITECT’S RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO THE CONTRACTOR
V. THE ARCHITECT’S RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO MAMNUFACTURERS,
DEALERS, AND AGENTS
VI. THE ARCHITECT’S RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO HIS/ HER COLLEAGUES
AND SUBORDINATES
VII. THE ARCHITECT’S CREDO
VIII. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
THE ARCHITECT’S CREDO

• Accountability
• Norm of Conduct
• Professional Excellence
• Ethical Relationship
• Sharing
• Respect
• Legacy
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• Accountability
I shall work with this general objective; that I am accountable to God, to mother earth, to my
country, to my fellowmen, and to myself
ARTICLE I
GENERAL PROVISIONS
Section 1. Traits of Architects:

• highest integrity,
• responsiveness,
• business acumen,
• sensibility,
• artistic and technical ability.
Section 2. Duties and Responsibilities:

• beyond reproach;
• he/she acts as professional adviser to his/her Client and his/her advice must be unprejudiced;
• Norm of Conduct
I shall uphold the ideals and follow the norms of conduct of this noble profession
ARTICLE II
THE ARCHITECT'S RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO THE PEOPLE
Section 3. Relations with the Public.:

• responsibilities are the natural outcome of good citizenship
• carries with it civic responsibilities towards the public of his/her professional pursuit,
• or whether they partake of informative and educational matters or of his/her normal interest in
public welfare; and, accordingly, he or she
3.1
• shall respect and help conserve the systems of values and the natural, historic, and cultural
heritage of the community in which he/she creates architecture.
• He/she shall strive to improve the environment and the life and habitat within it in a sustainable
manner, fully mindful of the effect of his/her work on the widest interests of all those who may
reasonably be expected to use the product of his/her work.
3.2
• shall promote the interest of his/her professional organization and do his/her full part of the
work to enhance the objectives and services of the organization.
• He/she should share in the interchange of technical information and experience with the other
design professions and the construction industry.
3.3
• as a good citizen shall abide by and observe the laws and regulations of the government and
comply with the Code of Ethical Conduct and the Standards of Professional Practice.
• He/she shall at all times endeavor to properly observe the laws on the practice of architecture
and on the planning and design of buildings and their environs.
• He/she shall at no time act in a manner detrimental to the best interest of the architectural
profession.
3.4
• shall not use paid advertisement, nor use self-laudatory, exaggerated, or misleading publicity.
However, he/she may, in the context of advancing public knowledge of the Architect’s function
in society, as well as of architecture itself, opt to write books, be a regular columnist of a
publication, or be a contributor to the preparation of any other literature, or actively participate
3.5
• shall not solicit, nor permit to solicit, in his/her name, advertisements or other support towards
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the cost of any publication presenting his/her work. He/she shall refrain from taking part in paid
advertisement endorsing any materials of construction or building equipment.
3.6
• shall not deceive the public as to his/her professional competence, nor claim any professional
specialization unless supported by academic qualification, track record or relevant expertise,
professional resources available to him/her which will enable him/her to handle the work
particularly requiring such specialization and sanction, by his/her peers in the profession.
3.7
• may exhibit his/her professional shingle outside his/her office, or display a project billboard
indicating relevant information, which may include pictorial reproduction thereof, in a modest
manner
• Professional Excellence
I shall pursue moral and professional excellence to the utmost level of integrity through
industrious dedication and meaningful application to my work that merits a reputation for quality
of services worthy of fair remuneration
ARTICLE III
THE ARCHITECT'S RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO HIS/HER CLIENT
Section 4. Relations with the Client. - The Architect's relation to his/her Client is dependent
upon good faith. To ensure the continued existence of such state of good relationship, the
Architect's position carries with it certain moral obligations to his/her Client and to
himself/herself. The Architect shall always endeavor to protect the Client's interests but never
4.1 shall introduce to a prospective Client the professional services he/she is able to perform
provided it is limited to the presentation of examples of his/her professional-experience and
does not entail the offering of free preliminary sketches or other services without the benefit of
an agreement with the Client for legitimate compensation.
4.4 shall explain the conditional character of estimates and in no case shall he/she guarantee
any estimates or cost of the work in order to secure a commission, unless provided for by law,
as in certain government projects.
4.5 shall consider the needs and stipulation of his/her Client and the effects of his/her work
upon the life and well-being of the public and the community as a whole and shall endeavor to
meet the aesthetic and functional requirements of the project commensurate with the Client's
budget.
4.6 shall bill his/her Client for services rendered a professional fee commensurate with the work
involved and with his/her professional standing and experience based upon the Basic Minimum
Fee prescribed under the. "Standards of Professional Practice."
4.7 shall undertake the construction of a project even when the plans were prepared by him/her
when it conforms with pertinent sections of the "Standards of Professional Practice".
4.8 shall be compensated for his/her services solely through his/her professional fee billed
directly to the Client. He/she shall not ask for any other returns in whatever form from any
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4.9 shall be free in his/her investments and business relations outside of his/her profession from
any financial or personal interests which tend to weaker his/her standing as an unprejudiced
and honest adviser, free to act in his/her Client's best interests. If the Architect has any other
business interest's which would relate to, or affect the interest of the Client, he/she should
inform the Client of such a condition or situation.
4.12 shall keep the Client informed at all times of the progress of the work undertaken on the
Client's behalf and of any issue that may affect project quality and cost.
• Ethical Relationship
I shall pledge myself to the highest standard of professionalism in relation to clients, colleagues,
industry partners, and society.
• Sharing
I shall dedicate myself to the pursuit of creative endeavor towards the goal of enlightened Art
and Science, generosity sharing it.
• Respect
I shall respect the rights and works of my colleagues in the profession and confine my
comments to constructive intents.
ARTICLE VI
THE ARCHITECT'S RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO HIS/HER COLLEAGUES AND
SUBORDINATES
7.1 shall not render professional services without a professional service agreement. He/she
shall neither offer nor provide preliminary services on a conditional basis prior to definite
7.2 shall abide by the Basic Minimum Fee prescribed under the "Standards of Professional
Practice". He/she shall not use donation of professional services as a device for obtaining
competitive advantage except for worthy civic or religious projects. Neither shall he/she submit
solicited or unsolicited sketches or drawings in competition with other Architects unless such
competitive arrangements are conducted substantially under the terms of me Architectural
Competition Code.
7.3 shall not, in any case, enter as competitor in any Architectural Competition when he/she
has direct involvement in the formulation of the Program thereof, or when he/she has been
engaged to act as Professional Adviser or Juror for such competition. Neither shall the Architect
accept and act as professional adviser or juror in any architectural competition when he/she
has had any information or has reviewed or assisted in the preparation of such competition. Nor
shall be retained as a professional adviser in a competition, accept employment as an Architect
for the competition project, except as Consulting Architect.
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7.4 shall not, under any circumstances or through any means, solicit any project already known
to him/her as previously committed to another Architect, whether such a commitment is still in
the process of negotiation or has already been definitely agreed upon.
7.5 shall not undertake a commission for which he/she knows that another Architect has been
previously employed unless he/she notifies me other Architect of the fact in writing and has
conclusively determined that the original employment has been terminated and duly
compensated for.
7.6 shall not undertake a commission for additions, rehabilitation, or remodeling of any erected
structure undertaken previously by another Architect without duly notifying him of the
7.7 shall not maliciously, or unfairly criticize, or discredit another Architect or the latter's work.
7.8 shall refrain from associating himself/herself with, or allowing the use of his/her name by
any enterprise that may negatively affect himself/herself or the architectural profession.
7.9 shall not affix his/her signature and seal to any plans or professional documents prepared
by other persons or entities and not done under his/her direct personal supervision.
7.10 shall provide employees and subordinates with a suitable work environment, compensate
them fairly, and facilitate their professional advancement. He/she shall tutor and mentor the
young aspirants towards the ideals, functions, duties, and responsibilities leading to the ethical
practice of the architectural profession.
7.11 shall unselfishly give his/her share in the transfer of technical knowledge and experience
to his/her colleagues and young aspirants and do his/her part in fostering unity in the
furtherance of the profession.
7.12 shall unselfishly give his/her time and effort to the advancement of the profession thru
his/her active and personal commitment and involvement with the Integrated and Accredited
Professional Organization of Architects (IAPOA) and in undertaking specific advocacy work to
ultimately benefit the architectural profession.
7.13 shall ensure that the conduct of his/her professional practice abides by appropriate and
effective internal procedures, including monitoring and review processes, as well as sufficient
qualified and supervised staff to enable the firm to function efficiently.
7.14 shall neither appropriate the intellectual property of, nor unduly take advantage of the ideas
of another architect without express authority from the originating architect.
7.16 shall not, when offering services as an independent consultant, quote a fee without first
receiving an official invitation for him/her to do so. The Architect must have sufficient information
on the nature and scope of the project to enable him/her to prepare a fee proposal clearly
indicating the services covered by the fee in order to protect the Client and the public from
under-resourcing or underpricing by some unscrupulous parties.
7.17 shall not undertake professional work unless the parties shall have clearly agreed in writing
to the terms of the architectural commission, to wit:
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7.17.6 any provision for termination
7.18 shall continue to raise the standards of aesthetic excellence, functional logic, architectural
education, research, training, and practice.
7.19 shall, as appropriate, promote the allied arts and contribute to the knowledge and capability
of the construction industry.
7.20 if he/she possesses substantial information which leads to n reasonable belief that another
Architect has committed a violation of this Code, shall file a formal complaint with the designated
body.
7.21 if he/she is leaving his/her Architect-Employer shall not, without the permission of the latter,
take with him/her designs, drawings, data, or other relevant materials even if personally
performed by him/her. On the other hand, the Architect-Employer shall not unreasonably
withhold such permission, except when some confidentiality of any such documents must be
reasonably protected.
7.22 shall not discriminate on grounds of race, national origin, age, gender, marital status,
religion, or any disability which would hinder the performance of his/her professional work
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I shall endeavor to do my duty in the protection of our common environment and the
preservation of architectural heritage for the sake of the present and future generations.
ARTICLE IV
THE ARCHITECT'S RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO THE CONTRACTOR
Section 5. Relations with Contractor. - The Contractor depends upon the Architect to safeguard
fairly the Contractor's interest as well as those of the Client; and, accordingly he or she
5.1 shall give the Contractor every reasonable assistance to enable him/her to fully understand
the contents of the Contract Documents by furnishing clear, definite, and consistent information
in all pertinent contract documents to avoid unnecessary mistakes that may involve extra costs
to either the Contractor or the Client.
5.2 shall not knowingly call upon the Contractor to correct or remedy oversights or errors in the
Contract Document to the Contractor's or the Owner's financial disadvantage.
5.3 shall, immediately upon his/her personal knowledge and inspection, reject or condemn
material, equipment, or workmanship which is not in conformity with the Contract Documents
in order not to cause unnecessary delay and additional expense to the Contractor.
5.4 shall reject any offer of free professional engineering or allied design service/s, or receive
any substantial aid, gifts, commissions, or favors from any Contractor or Subcontractor which
will tend to place him/her under any kind of obligation to return such favors.
5.5 shall promptly inspect each phase of the work completed and if found according to the terms
of the Contract Documents, issue the corresponding Certificates of Payment and the Final
Certificate of Completion, respectively, to the Contractor.
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ARTICLE V
THE ARCHITECT'S RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO MANUFACTURERS, DEALERS,
AND AGENTS

that: he/she
6.1 shall not solicit free professional engineering/allied design or other technical services from
manufacturers or suppliers of building materials or equipment when these are accompanied by
an obligation detrimental to the best interest of the Client, or which may adversely affect the
Architect's professional opinion.
6.2 shall not seek commissions, discounts, fees, gifts, or favors from agents or firms handling
building materials or equipment which may place him/her in a reciprocal frame of mind. All
market discounts shall be credited to the Client.
SO HELP ME GOD
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INTRODUCTION TO RA 9266
Sources of the practice of Architecture
1. 1987 Philippine Constitution

2. RA 8981: The PRC Modernization Act of 2000
3. RA 545: The Old Architecture Law
4. The Oath of Professionals
5. The Architect’s code of Ethics & ethical Conduct
6. The PRC Resolutions
7. The PRBOA Resolutions
8. The Civil Code of the Philippines
9. The Revised Penal Code of the Philippines
10.The Civil Service Rules
11.The Local Government Code
12.The Corporation Code of the Philippines and its Issuance
13.The Writing Scholars and Authors
14.Supreme Court Jurisprudence & other borrowed Legislations
PD 223
The Professional Regulation Commission
- Headed by 3 man Commission comprised of:
1 full time Commissioner (with a term of 9 years)
1 full time Associate Commissioner (with a term of 6 years)
- Basic Requirements:
At least 40 years old
5 years managerial experience
- PRC Powers
Enforce regulatory policies of National Government
Promulgate and execute rules
Oversee activities of various boards oversee licensure exams
Maintain record of professionals
Issue certificates of registration/ Licenses
Maintain records of various boards
Fix and collect charges and fees
Appoint officials and employees
Recommend members of various boards
Evaluate foreigner’s application for certificate of registration
Supervise practicing foreigners
Prescribe academic requisites
Look into conditions affecting professional practice
Act on violations of rules and regulations
Evaluate application for registration without examination
Prepare and administer the licensure examsPROFESSIONAL PRACTICE 1
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Required Readings: History of R.A. 9266 (Red book- Handbook on RA 9266 The
Architecture Act of 2004 and PD 1096 National Building Code of the Philippines, pp.
10-14)
REPUBLIC ACT 9266

AN ACT PROVIDING FOR A MORE RESPONSIVE AND COMPREHENSIVE
REGULATION FOR THE REGISTRATION, LICENSING AND PRACTICE OF
ARCHITECTURE, REPEALING FOR THE PURPOSE REPUBLIC ACT NO. 545, AS
AMENDED OTHERWISE KNOWN AS “AN ACT TO REGULATE THE PRACTICE
OF ARCHITECTURE IN THE PHILIPPINES,” AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
Begun and Held: July 28, 2003, Manila
Note: The act is a consolidation of House Bill No. 5389 and Senate Bill No. 2710 was
finally passed by the House of Representatives and the Senate on January 28, 2004
and January 29, 2004 respectively.
ARTICLE 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS

SECTION 1 Short Title
SECTION 2 Statement of Policy
SECTION 3 Definition of Terms
ARTICLE 2: PROFESSIONAL REGULATORY BOARD OF ARCHITECTURE

SECTION 4 Creation and Composition of the Professional Regulatory Board
SECTION 5 Qualifications of Members of the Professional Regulatory Board
SECTION 6 Term of Office
SECTION 7 Powers and Functions of the Board
SECTION 8 Administrative Supervision of the Board, Custodian of its Records,
Secretariat and Support Services
SECTION 9 Grounds for Suspension or Removal of Members of the Board
SECTION 10 Compensation and Allowances of the Board
SECTION 11 Annual Report
ARTICLE 3: EXAMINATION, REGISTRATION AND LICENSURE

SECTION 12 Examination Required
SECTION 13 Qualifications of Applicant for Examination
SECTION 14 Subjects for Examination
SECTION 15 Rating in the Licensure Examination
SECTION 16 Report of Rating
SECTION 17 Oath
SECTION 18 Issuance of Certificates of Registration and Professional
Identification Card
SECTION 19 Roster of Architects
SECTION 20 Seal, Issuance and Use of Seal
SECTION 21 Indication of Certificate of Registration/ Professional Identification
Card and Professional Tax Receipt
SECTION 22 Refusal to Issue Certificate of Registration and Professional
Identification Card
SECTION 23 Suspension and Revocation of Certificates of
SECTION 24 Re- issuance or Replacement of Revoked or Lest Certificates of
Registration. Professional Identification Card or Special and
Temporary Permit
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ARTICLE 4: PRACTICE OF ARCHITECTURE
SECTION 25 Registration of Architects Required
SECTION 26 Vested Rights: Architects Registered When this Law is Passed
SECTION 27 Reciprocity Requirements
SECTION 28 Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
SECTION 29 Prohibition in the Practice of Architecture and Penal Clause
SECTION 30 Prohibition in the Practice of Architecture
SECTION 31 Liability of Representatives of Non- Registered Persons
SECTION 32 Signing of Architectural Plans, Specifications and other Contract
Documents
SECTION 33 Ownership of Plans
SECTION 34 Non- Registered Person Shall Not Claim Equivalent Service
SECTION 35 Positions in Government Requiring the Services of Registered and
Licensed Architects
SECTION 36 Collection of Professional Fees
SECTION 37 Limitation to the Registration of a Firm, Company, Partnership,
Corporation or Association
SECTION 38 Coverage of Temporary Special Permits
SECTION 39 Liability Insurance of a Person or Entity Allowed to Practice under
a Temporary/ Special Permit
ARTICLE 5: FINAL PROVISIONS

SECTION 40 Integration of Architectural Professions
SECTION 41 Implementing Rules and Regulations
SECTION 42 Appropriations
SECTION 43 Act Not Affecting Other Professionals
SECTION 44 Enforcement of the Act
SECTION 45 Separability Clause
SECTION 46 Repealing Clause
SECTION 47 Effectivity
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Republic of the Philippines Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) Manila
THE PROFESSIONAL REGULATORY BOARD OF ARCHITECTURE Resolution No. 02

Series of 2006
ADOPTION AND PROMULGATION OF THE CODE OF ETHICAL CONDUCT FOR
REGISTERED AND LICENSED ARCHITECTS AND FOR HOLDERS OF
TEMPORARY/SPECIAL PERMITS UNDER R.A. NO. 9266, KNOWN AS "THE
ARCHITECTURE ACT OF 2004"
Pursuant to Section 7 (g), Article II of R.A. No. 9266, known as the “Architecture Act
of 2004” and Section 7 (g), Rule II of Board Resolution No. 07, Series of 2004, cited as
"IRR of the Architecture Act of 2004", the Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture
(hereinafter called Board), subject to approval by the Professional Regulation Commission
(hereinafter called Commission), resolves, as it is hereby resolved, to adopt and promulgate
the hereunder Code of Ethical Conduct for Registered and Licensed Architects and for
holders of temporary/special permits under the said R.A. No. 9266 and Board Res. No. 07
as prescribed and issued by the United Architects of the Philippines, Inc. (UAP), the Integrated
and Accredited Professional Organization of Architects (IAPOA) in the Philippines by virtue of
Board Res. No. 03, Series of 2004 as approved by the Commission. ARTICLE I
GENERAL PROVISIONS
Section 1. Traits of Architects. - The profession of Architecture calls for men and women of
the highest integrity, responsiveness, business acumen, sensibility, as well as artistic
and technical ability.
Section 2. Duties and Responsibilities. - The Architect's honesty of purpose must be
beyond reproach; he/she acts as professional adviser to his/her Client and his/her advice
must be unprejudiced; he/she is charged with the exercise of mediation and conciliation
functions between Client and Contractor and must act with entire impartiality; he/she has moral
responsibilities to his/her professional associates and subordinates; and he/she is engaged in
a profession which carries with it grave responsibilities to the public. These duties and
responsibilities cannot be properly discharged unless his/her motives, conduct, sense of moral
values, sensitivity, and ability are such as to command respect and confidence.
ARTICLE II THE ARCHITECT'S RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO THE PEOPLE

Section 3. Relations with the Public. - The Architect is engaged in a profession which,
whether such responsibilities are the natural outcome of good citizenship or carries with it
civic responsibilities towards the public of his/her professional pursuit, or whether they
partake of informative and educational matters or of his/her normal interest in public welfare;
and, accordingly, he or she
3.1 shall respect and help conserve the systems of values and the natural, historic, and
cultural heritage of the community in which he/she creates architecture. He/she shall strive to
improve the environment and the life and habitat within it in a sustainable manner, fully mindful
of the effect of his/her work on the widest interests of all those who may reasonably be expected
to use the product of his/her work.
3.2 shall promote the interest of his/her professional organization and do his/her full part
of the work to enhance the objectives and services of the organization. He/she should share in
the interchange of technical information and experience with the other design professions and
the construction industry.
3.3 as a good citizen shall abide by and observe the laws and regulations of the
government and comply with the Code of Ethical Conduct and the Standards of Professional
Practice. He/she shall at all times endeavor to properly observe the laws on the practice of
architecture and on the planning and design of buildings and their environs. He/she shall at no
time act in a manner detrimental to the best interest of the architectural profession.
3.4 shall not use paid advertisement, nor use self-laudatory, exaggerated, or misleading
publicity. However, he/she may, in the context of advancing public knowledge of the Architect’s
function in society, as well as of architecture itself, opt to write books, be a regular columnist of
a publication, or be a contributor to the preparation of any other literature, or actively participate
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3.5 shall not solicit, nor permit to solicit, in his/her name, advertisements or other support
towards the cost of any publication presenting his/her work. He/she shall refrain from taking
part in paid advertisement endorsing any materials of construction or building equipment.
3.6 shall not deceive the public as to his/her professional competence, nor claim any
professional specialization unless supported by academic qualification, track record or relevant
expertise, professional resources available to him/her which will enable him/her to handle the
work particularly requiring such specialization and sanction, by his/her peers in the profession.
3.7 may exhibit his/her professional shingle outside his/her office, or display a project
billboard indicating relevant information, which may include pictorial reproduction thereof, in a
modest manner
ARTICLE III THE ARCHITECT'S RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO HIS/HER CLIENT

Section 4. Relations with the Client. - The Architect's relation to his/her Client is
dependent upon good faith. To ensure the continued existence of such state of good
relationship, the Architect's position carries with it certain moral obligations to his/her Client and
to himself/herself. The Architect shall always endeavor to protect the Client's interests but never
4.1 shall introduce to a prospective Client the professional services he/she is able to
perform provided it is limited to the presentation of examples of his/her professional-experience
and does not entail the offering of free preliminary sketches or other services without the benefit
of an agreement with the Client for legitimate compensation.
4.4 shall explain the conditional character of estimates and in no case shall he/she
guarantee any estimates or cost of the work in order to secure a commission, unless provided
for by law, as in certain government projects.
4.5 shall consider the needs and stipulation of his/her Client and the effects of his/her
work upon the life and well-being of the public and the community as a whole and shall endeavor
to meet the aesthetic and functional requirements of the project commensurate with the Client's
budget.
4.6 shall bill his/her Client for services rendered a professional fee commensurate with
the work involved and with his/her professional standing and experience based upon the Basic
Minimum Fee prescribed under the. "Standards of Professional Practice."
4.7 shall undertake the construction of a project even when the plans were prepared bv
him/her when it conforms with pertinent sections of the "Standards of Professional Practice".
4.8 shall be compensated for his/her services solely through his/her professional fee
billed directly to the Client. He/she shall not ask for any other returns in whatever form from any
4.9 shall be free in his/her investments and business relations outside of his/her
profession from any financial or personal interests which tend to weaker his/her standing as an
unprejudiced and honest adviser, free to act in his/her Client's best interests. If the Architect
has any other business interest's which would relate to, or affect the interest of the Client,
he/she should inform the Client of such a condition or situation.
4.12 shall keep the Client informed at all times of the progress of the work undertaken
on the Client's behalf and of any issue that may affect project quality and cost.
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ARTICLE IV THE ARCHITECT'S RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO THE
CONTRACTOR
Section 5. Relations with Contractor. - The Contractor depends upon the Architect to
safeguard fairly the Contractor's interest as well as those of the Client; and, accordingly he or
she
5.1 shall give the Contractor every reasonable assistance to enable him/her to fully
understand the contents of the Contract Documents by furnishing clear, definite, and consistent
information in all pertinent contract documents to avoid unnecessary mistakes that may involve
extra costs to either the Contractor or the Client.
5.2 shall not knowingly call upon the Contractor to correct or remedy oversights or errors
in the Contract Document to the Contractor's or the Owner's financial disadvantage.
5.3 shall, immediately upon his/her personal knowledge and inspection, reject or
condemn material, equipment, or workmanship which is not in conformity with the Contract
Documents in order not to cause unnecessary delay and additional expense to the Contractor.
5.4 shall reject any offer of free professional engineering or allied design service/s, or
receive any substantial aid, gifts, commissions, or favors from any Contractor or Subcontractor
which will tend to place him/her under any kind of obligation to return such favors.
5.5 shall promptly inspect each phase of the work completed and if found according to
the terms of the Contract Documents, issue the corresponding Certificates of Payment and the
Final Certificate of Completion, respectively, to the Contractor.
ARTICLE V THE ARCHITECT'S RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO

MANUFACTURERS, DEALERS, AND AGENTS
that: he/she
6.1 shall not solicit free professional engineering/allied design or other technical services
from manufacturers or suppliers of building materials or equipment when these are
accompanied by an obligation detrimental to the best interest of the Client, or which may
adversely affect the Architect's professional opinion.
6.2 shall not seek commissions, discounts, fees, gifts, or favors from agents or firms
handling building materials or equipment which may place him/her in a reciprocal frame of mind.
All market discounts shall be credited to the Client.
ARTICLE VI THE ARCHITECT'S RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO HIS/HER

COLLEAGUES AND SUBORDINATES
7.1 shall not render professional services without a professional service agreement.
He/she shall neither offer nor provide preliminary services on a conditional basis prior to definite
7.2 shall abide by the Basic Minimum Fee prescribed under the "Standards of
Professional Practice". He/she shall not use donation of professional services as a device for
obtaining competitive advantage except for worthy civic or religious projects. Neither shall
he/she submit solicited or unsolicited sketches or drawings in competition with other Architects
unless such competitive arrangements are conducted substantially under the terms of me
Architectural Competition Code.
7.3 shall not, in any case, enter as competitor in any Architectural Competition when
he/she has direct involvement in the formulation of the Program thereof, or when he/she has
been engaged to act as Professional Adviser or Juror for such competition. Neither shall the
Architect accept and act as professional adviser or juror in any architectural competition when
he/she has had any information or has reviewed or assisted in the preparation of such
competition. Nor shall be retained as a professional adviser in a competition, accept
employment as an Architect for the competition project, except as Consulting Architect.
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7.4 shall not, under any circumstances or through any means, solicit any project already
known to him/her as previously committed to another Architect, whether such a commitment is
still in the process of negotiation or has already been definitely agreed upon.
7.5 shall not undertake a commission for which he/she knows that another Architect has
been previously employed unless he/she notifies me other Architect of the fact in writing and
has conclusively determined that the original employment has been terminated and duly
compensated for.
7.6 shall not undertake a commission for additions, rehabilitation, or remodeling of any
erected structure undertaken previously by another Architect without duly notifying him of the
7.7 shall not maliciously, or unfairly criticize, or discredit another Architect or the latter's
work.
7.8 shall refrain from associating himself/herself with, or allowing the use of his/her name
by any enterprise that may negatively affect himself/herself or the architectural profession.
7.9 shall not affix his/her signature and seal to any plans or professional documents
prepared by other persons or entities and not done under his/her direct personal supervision.
7.10 shall provide employees and subordinates with a suitable work environment,
compensate them fairly, and facilitate their professional advancement. He/she shall tutor and
mentor the young aspirants towards the ideals, functions, duties, and responsibilities leading to
the ethical practice of the architectural profession.
7.11 shall unselfishly give his/her share in the transfer of technical knowledge and
experience to his/her colleagues and young aspirants and do his/her part in fostering unity in
the furtherance of the profession.
7.12 shall unselfishly give his/her time and effort to the advancement of the profession
thru his/her active and personal commitment and involvement with the Integrated and
Accredited Professional Organization of Architects (IAPOA) and in undertaking specific
advocacy work to ultimately benefit the architectural profession.
7.13 shall ensure that the conduct of his/her professional practice abides by appropriate
and effective internal procedures, including monitoring and review processes, as well as
sufficient qualified and supervised staff to enable the firm to function efficiently.
7.14 shall neither appropriate the intellectual property of, nor unduly take advantage of
the ideas of another architect without express authority from the originating architect.
7.16 shall not, when offering services as an independent consultant, quote a fee without
first receiving an official invitation for him/her to do so. The Architect must have sufficient
information on the nature and scope of the project to enable him/her to prepare a fee proposal
clearly indicating the services covered by the fee in order to protect the Client and the public
from under-resourcing or under-pricing by some unscrupulous parties.
7.17 shall not undertake professional work unless the parties shall have clearly agreed
in writing to the terms of the architectural commission, to wit:
7.17.6 any provision for termination.
7.18 shall continue to raise the standards of aesthetic excellence, functional logic,
architectural education, research, training, and practice.
7.19 shall, as appropriate, promote the allied arts and contribute to the knowledge and
capability of the construction industry.
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7.20 if he/she possesses substantial information which leads to n reasonable belief that
another Architect has committed a violation of this Code, shall file a formal complaint with the
designated body.
7.21 if he/she is leaving his/her Architect-Employer shall not, without the permission of
the latter, take with him/her designs, drawings, data, or other relevant materials even if
personally performed by him/her. On the other hand, the Architect-Employer shall not
unreasonably withhold such permission, except when some confidentiality of any such
documents must be reasonably protected.
7.22 shall not discriminate on grounds of race, national origin, age, gender, marital
status, religion, or any disability which would hinder the performance of his/her professional
work.
ARTICLE VII
ARCHITECTS CREDO
Section 8. Any registered and licensed architect shall recite with vigor, passion, and hope
the Architect's Credo during special or important occasion, e.g., mass oath-taking, lAPOA's
affair, PRBOA's event. The Architect's Credo shall be the following:
I shall work with this virtuous commitment: to exercise to the utmost my duty to myself,
my country, and my God.
I shall uphold the ideals, follow the norms of conduct of a noble profession, and endlessly
endeavor to protect and further its just ends.
I shall abide by the laws, rules, legal orders, statutory policies, and measures of my
country; the Code of Ethical Conduct and the Standards of Professional Practice; and the
Articles of Incorporation and ByLaws of the Integrated and Accredited Professional
Organization of Architects (IAPOA).
I shall humbly seek success not through the measure of solicited personal publicity, but
by industrious, meaningful application to my work, and strive to merit a reputation for quality of
service and for equitable dealing.
I shall ask for fair remuneration for my professional services from my Client, and hold
his/her interest over and above my own.
I shall disclose, whenever required, any private business investments or ventures that
may tend to create a conflict of interest, and ensure that such conflict does neither compromise
the legitimate interests of my Clients nor interfere with my duty to render impartial judgment.
I shall exercise my professional prerogatives always with the highest level of integrity.
I shall inspire by my behavior the loyalty of my associates and subordinates, and take
upon me the mentorship of the aspirants to the profession.
I shall confine my criticisms and praises within constructive and inspirational limits and
never resort to these means to promote any malicious motives.
I shall dedicate myself to the pursuit of creative endeavor towards the goal of enlightened
Art and Science, generously sharing the results of my research, experience, and expertise.
I shall treasure my being a holder of a valid certificate of registration and a valid
professional identification card as registered and licensed architect and of a valid membership
card with the lAPOA.
I shall consecrate myself to the highest standard of professionalism, integrity, and
competence to the public, to the Client, to the contractor, to the manufacturers, dealers, and
agents, and to colleagues and subordinates who are the direct and indirect users and
beneficiaries of my architectural services.
ARTICLE VIII
MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
Section 9. Liabilities and Penalties. Any registered and licensed architect or a grantee of
a temporary/special permit who violates any provision of this Code shall be liable under Sec.
23 (f), Art. III and Sec. 29, Art. lV of R.A. No. 9266 and under Sec. 23 (f), Rule III and Sec. 29,
Rule IV of Board Resolution No. 07, Series of 2004; and, accordingly, shall be meted out with
the penalty of suspension or revocation of the validity of certificate of registration, or cancellation
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of a special/temporary permit by the Board, and/or of a fine of not less than One hundred
thousand pesos (P100,000.00) but not more than five million pesos (P5,000,000.00) or to suffer
imprisonment for a period of not less than six (6) months or not exceeding six (6) years, or both
at the discretion of the court, respectively.
Section 10. Separability Clase. If any section or part of the herein Resolution shall be
declared unconstitutional or invalid, such declaration or judgment shall not affect, invalidate, or
impair the other sections or provisions thereof or part thereof directly involved in which such
judgment has been rendered.
Section 11. Effectivity Clause. The herein Resolution shall take effect after fifteen (15)
days following its full and complete publication in the Official Gazette or any daily newspaper
of general circulation in the Philippines. Done in the City of Manila, this 5th day of April, 2006.
INTRODUCTION TO RA 9266
Sources of the practice of Architecture
1. 1987 Philippine Constitution

2. RA 8981: The PRC Modernization Act of 2000
3. RA 545: The Old Architecture Law
4. The Oath of Professionals
5. The Architect’s code of Ethics & ethical Conduct
6. The PRC Resolutions
7. The PRBOA Resolutions
8. The Civil Code of the Philippines
9. The Revised Penal Code of the Philippines
10. The Civil Service Rules
11. The Local Government Code
12. The Corporation Code of the Philippines and its Issuance
13. The Writing Scholars and Authors
14. Supreme Court Jurisprudence & other borrowed Legislations
PD 223
The Professional Regulation Commission - Headed by 3
man Commission comprised of:
1 full time Commissioner (with a term of 9 years)
1 full time Associate Commissioner (with a term of 3 years) - Basic
Requirements:
At least 40 years old
5 years managerial experience
- PRC Powers
Enforce regulatory policies of National Government
Promulgate and execute rules
Oversee activities of various boards oversee licensure exams
Maintain record of professionals
Issue certificates of registration/ Licenses
Maintain records of various boards
Fix and collect charges and fees
Appoint officials and employees
Recommend members of various boards
Evaluate foreigner’s application for certificate of registration
Supervise practicing foreigners
Prescribe academic requisites
Look into conditions affecting professional practice
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Act on violations of rules and regulations
Evaluate application for registration without examination
Prepare and administer the licensure exams
Required Readings: History of R.A. 9266 (Red book- Handbook on RA 9266 The
Architecture Act of 2004 and PD 1096 National Building Code of the Philippines, pp. 10-14)
REPUBLIC ACT 9266
AN ACT PROVIDING FOR A MORE RESPONSIVE AND COMPREHENSIVE

AMENDED OTHERWISE KNOWN AS “AN ACT TO REGULATE THE PRACTICE OF
ARCHITECTURE IN THE PHILIPPINES,” AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
Begun and Held: July 28, 2003, Manila
Note: The act is a consolidation of House Bill No. 5389 and Senate Bill No. 2710 was finally
passed by the House of Representatives and the Senate on January 28, 2004 and January
29, 2004 respectively.
ARTICLE 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS
SECTION 1 Short Title

ARTICLE 2: PROFESSIONAL REGULATORY BOARD OF ARCHITECTURE

SECTION 8 Administrative Supervision of the Board, Custodian of its Records,
ARTICLE 3: EXAMINATION, REGISTRATION AND LICENSURE

SECTION 13 Qualifications of Applicant for
Examination
SECTION 15 Rating in the Licensure
Examination
SECTION 16 Report of Rating
SECTION 17 Oath
SECTION 18 Issuance of Certificates of Registration and
Professional Identification Card
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SECTION 21 Indication of Certificate of Registration/
Professional Identification Card and
Professional Tax Receipt
SECTION 22 Refusal to Issue Certificate of Registration
and Professional Identification Card
SECTION 23 Suspension and Revocation of Certificates of
SECTION 24 Re- issuance or Replacement of Revoked or
Lest Certificates of
Registration. Professional Identification Card
or Special and
Temporary Permit
ARTICLE 4: PRACTICE OF ARCHITECTURE
SECTION 25 Registration of Architects Required

SECTION 26 Vested Rights: Architects Registered When this Law is Passed
SECTION 32 Signing of Architectural Plans, Specifications and other Contract
Documents
SECTION 33 Ownership of Plans
SECTION 34 Non- Registered Person Shall Not Claim Equivalent Service
SECTION 35 Positions in Government Requiring the Services of Registered and
Licensed Architects
SECTION 37 Limitation to the Registration of a Firm, Company, Partnership,
SECTION 38 Coverage of Temporary Special Permits
ARTICLE 5: FINAL PROVISIONS
SECTION 40 Integration of Architectural Professions

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IMPLEMENTING RULES AND REGULATIONS OF R.A. 9266
Board of Architecture
Board Resolution No. 07 Series of 2004
THE IMPLEMENTING RULES AND REGULATIONS (IRR) OF R.A. 9255, AN ACT

PROVIDING FOR A MORE RESPONSIVE AND COMPREHENSIVE REGULATION
FOR THE REGISTRATION, LICENSING AND PRACTICE OF ARCHITECTURE,
REPEALING FOR THE PURPOSE REPUBLIC ACT NO. 545, AS AMENDED
OTHERWISE KNOWN AS “AN ACT TO REGULATE THE PRACTICE OF
September 15, 2004- City of Manila
Signed:
Eugene G. Gan- Chairman

Fernando L. Santos- Member
Miguel R. Caluza- Member
Attested:
Carlos G. Almelor- Secretary, Professional Regulatory Boards
Approved:
Antonieta Fortuna- Ibe, Chairperson

Avelina A. De La Rea, Commissioner
Leonor Tripon- Rosero, Commissioner
RULE I TITLE, POLICY, STATEMENT, DEFINITION OF TERMS, AND SCOPE OF

PRACTICE
SECTION 1 Title
RULE II
ROFESSIONAL REGULATORY BOARD OF ARCHITECTURE:
ORGANIZATION, POWERS, AND FUNCTIONS

SECTION 8 Administrative Supervision of the Board, Custodian of its
Records, Secretariat and Support Services
RULE III EXAMINATION, REGISTRATION AND LICENSURE

SECTION 13 Qualifications of Applicants for Examination
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SECTION 15 Rating in the Licensure Examination
SECTION 16 Report of Ratings
SECTION 17 Oath
SECTION 18 Issuance of Certificates of Registration and Professional
Identification Card
SECTION 21 Indication of Certificate id Registration/ Professional Identification
card and Professional Tax Receipt
SECTION 22 Refusal to Issue Certificate of Registration and Professional
Identification Card
SECTION 23 Suspension and Revocation of Certificates of Registration,
Professional Identification Card or the Special/ Temporary
Special Permit
SECTION 24 Re- Issuance or Replacement of Revoked or Lost Certificates of
Registration, Professional Identification Card or Special and
Temporary Special Permit
RULE IV PRACRICE OF ARCHITECTURE (SUNDRY PROVISIONS)
SECTION 26 Vested Rights. Architects Registered when the Law is Passed

SECTION 32 Signing and Sealing of Architectural Plans, Specifications,
Architectural Permit and other Contract Documents
SECTION 33 Ownership of Plans, Specifications and Other Contract
Documents
SECTION 34 Non- Registered Person Shall not Claim Equivalent Service
SECTION 35 Positions in the Government Requiring the Services of
Registered and Licensed Architects
SECTION 37 Limitation to the Registration of Firm, Company, Partnership,

SECTION 38 Coverage of Temporary/ Special Permits
RULE V
FINAL PROVISIONS
SECTION 40 Integration of the Architecture Profession

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Republic of the Philippines
Professional Regulation Commission
Manila
BOARD OF ARCHITECTURE
Board Resolution No. ____
Series of 2004
THE IMPLEMENTING RULES AND REGULATIONS (IRR) OF REPUBLIC ACT NO.

9266, AN ACT PROVIDING FOR A MORE RESPONSIVE AND COMPREHENSIVE
AMENDED, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS “AN ACT TO REGULATE THE PRACTICE OF
Pursuant to Section 7 (a), Article II and Section 41, Article V of Republic Act No. 9266, known
as “The Architecture Act of 2004”, the Board of Architecture hereby prescribes, adopts, and
promulgates the following Rules and Regulations to carry out the provisions thereof.
RULE I
TITLE, POLICY STATEMENT, DEFINITION OF TERMS, AND SCOPE OF PRACTICE
SECTION 1: Title
“The Rules and Regulations Implementing the Provisions of Republic Act No. 9266”
R.A. 9266- The Architecture Act of 2004
IRR of the Architecture Act of 2004
SECTION 2. Statement of Policy.
• The importance of Architects in Nation building and Development
• ARCHITECT= competent, virtuous, productive and well-rounded excellent, qualitative, world

class and globally competitive through inviolable, honest, effective and credible licensure
examinations and through regulatory measures, programs and activities that foster their
professional growth and development.
SECTION 3. Definition of Terms.
(1) “Architecture” is the art, science or profession of planning, designing and

constructing buildings in their totality taking into account their environment, in accordance with
the principles of utility, strength and beauty;
(2) “Architect” means a person professionally and academically qualified,

registered and licensed under R.A. No. 9266 with a Certificate of Registration and Professional
Identification Card issued by the Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture and the
Professional Regulation Commission, and who is responsible for advocating the fair and
sustainable development, welfare and cultural expression of society’s habitat in terms of space,
forms and historical context;
(a) “Architect-of-record” means the architect registered and licensed under R.A.
No. 9266, who is directly and professionally responsible for the total design of the project for
the client and who shall assume the civil liability for the plans, specifications and contract
documents he/she has signed and sealed;
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(b) “Architect-in-charge of construction” means an architect registered and
licensed under R.A. No. 9266, who is directly and professionally responsible and liable for the
construction supervision of the project;
(c) “Consulting Architect” means the architect registered and licensed or permitted
to practice under R.A. No. 9266, who is professionally and academically qualified and with
exceptional or recognized expertise or specialization in any branch of architecture;
(3) “General Practice of Architecture” the act of planning and architectural

designing, structural conceptualization, specifying, supervising and giving general
administration and responsible direction to the erection, enlargement or alterations of buildings
and building environments and architectural design in engineering structures or any part
thereof; the scientific, aesthetic and orderly coordination of all the processes which enter into
the production of a complete building or structure performed through the medium of unbiased
preliminary studies of plans, consultations, specifications, conferences, evaluations,
investigations, contract documents and oral advice and directions regardless of whether the
persons engaged in such practice are residents of the Philippines or have their principal office
or place of business in this country or another territory, and regardless of whether such persons
are performing one or all these duties, or whether such duties are performed in person or as
the directing head of an office or organization performing them;
(4) “Scope of the Practice of Architecture” encompasses the provision of

professional services in connection with site, physical and planning and the design,
construction, enlargement, conservation, renovation, remodeling, restoration or alteration of a
building or group of buildings. Services may include, but are not limited to:
(a) planning, architectural designing and structural conceptualization;
(b) consultation, consultancy, giving oral or written advice and directions,

conferences, evaluations, investigations, quality surveys, appraisals and adjustments,
architectural and operational planning, site analysis and other pre-design services;
(c) schematic design, design development, contract documents and construction

phases including professional consultancies;
(d) preparation of preliminary, technical, economic and financial feasibility studies of
plans, models and project promotional services;
(e) preparation of architectural plans, specifications, bill of materials, cost estimates,

general conditions and bidding documents;
(f) construction and project management, giving general management,

administration, supervision, coordination and responsible direction or the planning, architectural
designing, construction, reconstruction, erection, enlargement or demolition, renovation, repair,
orderly removal, remodeling, alteration, preservation or restoration of buildings or structures or
complex buildings, including all their components, sites and environs, intended for private or
public use; (g) the planning, architectural lay-outing and utilization of spaces within and
surrounding such buildings or structures, housing design and community architecture,
architectural interiors and space planning, architectural detailing, architectural lighting,
acoustics, architectural layouting of mechanical, electrical, electronic, sanitary, plumbing,
communications and other utility systems, equipment and fixtures;
(h) building programming, building administration, construction arbitration and

architectural conservation and restoration;
(i) all works which relate to the scientific, aesthetic and orderly coordination of all
works and branches of the work, systems and processes necessary for the production of a
complete building or structure, whether for public or private use, in order to enhance or
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safeguard life, health and property and the promotion and enrichment of the quality of life, the
architectural design of engineering structures or any part thereof; and
(j) all other works, projects and activities which require the professional competence
of an architect, including teaching of architectural subjects and architectural computer-aided
design;
(5) “Structural Conceptualization” means the act of conceiving, choosing and

developing the type, disposition, arrangement and proportioning of the structural elements of
an architectural work giving due consideration to safety, cost-effectiveness, functionality and
aesthetics;
(6) “Architectural Firm” means a sole proprietorship, a partnership or a corporation

registered with the DTI AND/OR SEC and then with the Board of Architecture and PRC;
(7) “Authorship” refers to the author or authors of a set of architectural plans or

specifications who are in charge of their preparation whether made by them personally or under
their immediate supervision;
(8) “Board” refers to the Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture;
(9) “Commission” means the Professional Regulation Commission;
(10) “Service Agreement” means a duly notarized written contract or equivalent

public instrument stipulating the scope of services and guaranteeing compensation
of such services to be rendered by an architect registered and licensed under R.A. No. 9266;
Violation of the Service Agreement is a basis for a civil liability under Art. 1723 of the Civil
Code unless he/she attempts and/or succeeds to interfere or contravene the legal and
professional functions of the Architect-of-Record: the Consulting Architect.
(11) “Integrated and Accredited Professional Organization” means the existing

official national organization of all architects of the Philippines in which all registered Filipino
architects shall be members without prejudice to membership in other voluntary professional
associations;
(12) “Continuing Professional Development” refers to a sustaining and progressive

learning process that maintains, enhances, or increases the knowledge and continuing ability
of architects;
(13) “DTI” shall mean the Department of Trade and Industry;
(14) “SEC” shall mean the Securities and Exchange Commission;
(15) “Association” any formal grouping of two or more architects or architectural

firms working in joint venture on a project basis.
(16) “Architectural Company” means a juridical entity that shall be synonymous with
an Architectural Partnership (see definition of Architectural Partnership) registered with the
SEC.
(17) “Architecture Corporation” means a group of professionals in architecture and

allied professions, incorporated with Architects for the purpose of delivering professional
service in architecture and allied professions; in case an existing Architectural Corporation does
not comply with the 75% composition requirement, it shall comply and register again with the
SEC and the BOA.
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(18) “Architectural Documents” means an architectural drawings, specifications,
and other outputs of an Architect that only an Architect can sign and seal consisting, among
others, of vicinity maps, site development plans, architectural program, perspective drawings,
architectural floor plans, elevations, sections, ceiling plans, schedules, detailed drawings,
technical specifications and cost estimates, and other instruments of service in any form.
(19) “Architectural Interiors” means a detailed planning and design of the

indoor/enclosed areas of any proposed building/structure, including retrofit or renovation work
and which shall cover all architectural and utility aspects, including the architectural lay-outing
of all building engineering systems found therein.
(20) “Architectural Partnership” means a group of two or more Architects duly

registered with the SEC and then with the Board of Architecture.
(21) “Architectural Plans” means a two (2)-dimensional representations reflecting a

proposed development/redevelopment of an enclosed/ semi-enclosed or open area showing
features or elements such as columns, walls, partitions, ceiling, stairs, doors, windows, floors,
roof, room designations, door and window call-outs, the architectural layout of equipment,
furnishings, furniture and the like, specifications callouts, elevation references, drawing
references and the like; the architectural plan is the representation of a lateral section for a
proposed building/ structure (running parallel to the ground) and at a height of from 1.0 – 1.5
meters above the finished floor; the term may also collectively refer to other architectural
designs such as cross/ longitudinal sections, elevations, roof plan, reflected ceiling plan;
detailed sections and elevations showing architectural interiors, detailed architectural designs,
door and window schedules, other architectural finishing schedules and the like.
(22) “Building” means a structure for the purpose and function of habitation and other
uses.
(23) “Certificate of Registration” means a certificate bearing a registration number,
issued to an individual, by the Professional Regulation Commission through the Board of
Architecture, signifying that the individual has successfully passed the Licensure Examination
and is registered to practice his/her profession as Architect.
(24) “Code of Ethical Conduct” means a document which forms part of the
Architects’ National Code which contains the norms and principles governing the practice of the
profession of architecture in the highest standards of ethical conduct.
(25) “Consulting Architect” a registered and licensed Architect, who is academically

and professionally qualified, and with exceptional or recognized expertise or specialization in
any branch of architecture; the Consulting Architect assumes no civil liability under Art. 1723 of
the Civil Code unless he/she attempts and/or succeeds to interfere or contravene the legal and
professional functions of the Architect-of-Record; the Consulting Architect assumes the normal
civil liability under the service agreement he/she signs with a Client.
(26) “Contract Documents” are the documents attached to the agreement identified
therein as Contract Documents, including all additions, deletions and modifications
incorporated therein. These generally include the following documents:
a) Special Provisions or conditions

b) General Conditions
c) Drawings
d) Specifications
e) Other Bid Documents
(27) “Copyright (or Copyright Ownership)” shall refer to the intellectual proprietary
rights retained by an Architect over any architectural documents/ work that he/she prepares
unless there is a written stipulation to the contrary, copyright in a work of architecture shall
include the right to control the erection of any building which reproduces the whole or a
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substantial part of the work either in its original form or in any form recognizably derived from
the original; however, the copyright in any such work shall not include the right to control the
reconstruction or rehabilitation in the same style as the original of a building to which the
copyright relates.
(28) “CPD Providers” means an entities, agencies, organizations and the like that
have been accredited/registered with the Board of Architecture of the Professional Regulation
Commission to deliver seminars, lectures, and other continuing professional education modules
for architects, other than the Integrated Accredited Professional Organization of Architects
which is automatically accredited by the Board of Architecture as a CPD Provider.
(29) “Diversified Architectural Experience” a post-baccalaureate, pre-licensure

experience of two (2) years required of a graduate of architecture prior to taking the licensure
examination; consisting of a variation of experiences in the different phases of architectural
service.
(30) “Foreign Architect” means an architect who is not a Filipino citizen nor an
Architect registered and licensed in the Philippines, but who is duly registered and licensed in
his/her home country as an Architect.
(31) “Filipino Counterpart” the local Philippine architect, partnership or corporation

that must work in association with a foreign architect, partnership or corporation, on a project
on Philippine soil.
(32) “Ownership” shall refer to proprietary rights to an architectural work such as

plans, designs and other documents by a person/ juridical entity who commissions the Architect
and whose ownership of an architectural work by such a person/ juridical entity shall only be
confined to the use of the architectural documents for executing /implementing the work
described therein for one (1) or the original project; ownership shall not apply to the use of a
part of or of the entire architectural work/architectural documents to repetitions or to subsequent
projects.
(33) “Planning” refers to physical planning at site, community or urban level by an

Architect.
(34) “Physical Planner” refers to an Architect who specializes in the detailed physical
planning of land or property on which vertical structures such as buildings and/or structures and
horizontal developments such as rights-of-way, open spaces and recreational/ sports/
entertainment/ tourism and related facilities are to be proposed.
(35) “Physical Planning” the detailed physical planning of land or property on which
vertical structures such as buildings, monuments and/or structures and horizontal
developments such as rights-of-way, open spaces and recreational/ sports/ establishments/
tourism and related facilities are to be proposed.
(36) “Professional” refers to a person whose name and registration/professional

license number is entered in the Professional Regulation Commission registry book and
computerized database as one legally authorized to practice his profession.
(37) “Professional Identification Card” a document bearing the registration number,

date of issuance with an expiry date, due for periodic renewal, duly signed by the Chairperson
of the PRC to a registered Architect upon payment of the annual registration fees for three (3)
years.
(38) “Site Planning” the detailed site development planning of all areas surrounding
a building/structure and/or a group of buildings/structures but only within the property limits of
the land on which such buildings/structures are to be erected.
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(39) “Standards of Professional Practice” means a document embodied in the
Architects National Code, which defines all aspects of professional service, prescribes
minimum basic fees and establishes the rights and obligations of both the Architect and the
client.
(40) “Sole Proprietorship” means an individual Architect practicing and delivering

architectural services, duly registered with the DTI, BOA and the PRC.
(41) “Specialization” an expertise and special knowledge in the field of architecture

acquired by an Architect through formal education and training or through continuing
professional development and experience, for which the Architect may be engaged as
Consulting Architect.
(42) “Syllabi” the outlines embodying topics and concepts of major subjects
prescribed in specific course of study to serve as basis for test questions in the licensure
examinations.
(43) “Technology Transfer” refers to contracts or arrangements involving the

transfer of systematic knowledge for the manufacture of a product, the application of a process,
or rendering of a service including management contracts; and the transfer, assignment or
licensing of all forms of intellectual property rights.
(44) “Urban Design” physical and systemic design undertaken by an Architect on a

community and urban plane, more comprehensive than, and an extension of the architecture
of buildings, spaces between buildings, entourage, utilities and movement systems.
(45) Acronyms and Laws:
(a) ARCHITECTURE ACT OF 2004 – R.A. No. 9266

(b) BOA – Board of Architecture
(c) CHED – Commission on Higher Education
(d) CIAC – Construction Industry Arbitration Commission
(e) CPD – Continuing Professional Development
(f) DOLE – Department of Labor and Employment
(g) DTI – Department of Trade and Industry
(h) IAPOA – Integrated Accredited Professional Organization of Architects
(the same as United Architects of the Philippines, Inc.)
(i) Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines – R.A. No. 8293
(j) PCAB – Philippine Contractors Accreditation Board
(k) PDCB – Philippine Domestic Construction Board
(l) PRB – Professional Regulatory Board (the same as BOA for the
profession of architecture)
(m) PRC – Professional Regulation Commission
(n) PRC Modernization Act of 2000 – R.A. No. 8981
(o) SEC – Securities and Exchange Commission
(p) UAP – United Architects of the Philippines, Inc
RULE II
PROFESSIONAL REGULATORY BOARD OF ARCHITECTURE: ORGANIZATION,
POWERS, AND FUNCTIONS
SECTION 4. Creation and Composition of the Professional Regulatory Board

• Composed of Chairman and 2 members appointed by the President of the
Philippines from a list of three recommendees as chosen from a list of 5 nominees of
each position submitted to the Commission by the IAPOA.
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SECTION 5. Qualifications of Members of the Professional Regulatory Board
Each Member shall, at the time of his/her appointment, possess the following
qualifications:
(a) be a citizen and a resident of the Philippines;
(b) be a holder of a degree in Bachelor of Science in Architecture conferred by a

school, college or university in the Philippines or abroad that is recognized and/or accredited
by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED);
(c) be an architect with a valid Certificate of Registration and Professional

Identification Card and active practitioner of architecture for at least ten (10) years on the date
of his/her appointment;
(d) not be a member of the faculty of any school, college, university or review
institution where a regular course or review course in architecture is taught, nor have pecuniary
interest in such institution. No former member of the faculty of any school, institute, university
or review center where architecture is taught can become a member of the Board unless he/she
had officially resigned from such an institution and has completely stopped teaching, advising
or reviewing activities for at least five (5) years prior to the nomination;
(e) has never been convicted of any crime involving moral turpitude; and
(f) not be an elective officer of the Integrated and Accredited Professional

Organization of Architects and other Professional Organization of Architects.
SECTION 6. Term of Office
The members of the Board shall hold office for a term of three (3) years after
appointment or until their successors shall have been appointed and duly qualified. Any
vacancy occurring within the term of a member shall be filled for the unexpired portion of the
term only. Each member of the Board may be reappointed for one full term of three (3) years.
Of the members of the Board first appointed under R.A. No. 9266, one (1) member shall be
appointed and hold office as chairman for three (3) years, one (1) member for two (2) years,
and one (1) member for one (1) year. Each member of the Board shall qualify by taking the
proper oath prior to the performance of their duties: Provided, That the incumbent members of
the Board shall continue to serve for the remainder of their term as members of the herein
created Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture until a new Board shall have been
properly organized: Provided, Further that the incumbent members of the Board may be
appointed as members of the First Board.
SECTION 7. Powers and Functions of the Board
The Board shall exercise the following specific powers, functions and responsibilities:
(a) Prescribe and adopt the “IRR of the Architecture Act of 2004” for carrying out the
provisions of R.A. No. 9266;
(b) Supervise the registration, licensure and practice of architects;
(c) Administer oaths in connection with the administration of R.A. No. 9266;
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(d) Issue, suspend, revoke, or reinstate the Certificate of Registration and the
Professional
Identification Card for the practice of the architecture profession;
(e) Adopt an official seal of the Board;
(f) Monitor the conditions affecting the practice of architecture and adopt such
measures as may be deemed proper for the enhancement and maintenance of high
professional, ethical and technical standards of the profession;
(g) Prescribe and/or adopt the Code of Ethical Conduct and Standards of
Professional Practice;
(h) Hear and decide administrative cases involving violations of R.A. No. 9266, the
“IRR of the Architecture Act of 2004”, the Code of Ethical Conduct and Standards of
Professional Practice and for this purpose, to issue subpoena ad testificandum and
subpoena duces tecum to secure the appearance of witnesses and the production of
documents in connection therewith; Provided, That the decision of the Board shall, unless
appealed to the Commission, become final and executory after fifteen (15) days from receipt of
notice of judgment or decision. The decision of the Commission may be appealed to the Court
of Appeals in accordance with the procedure under the Rules of Court;
(i) Prescribe guidelines for the Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

program in consultation with the integrated and accredited professional organization of
architects: Provided, That the attendance to said CPD shall not be a mandatory requirement
for the renewal of a professional Identification Card;
(j) Prepare, adopt, issue or amend the syllabi of the subjects for examinations in
consultation with the academe, determine and prepare questions which shall be within the
scope of the syllabi of the subject for examination as well as administer, correct and release
the results of the licensure examinations;
(k) Approve, issue, limit or cancel temporary or special permit to practice

architecture;
(l) In coordination with the CHED, ensure that all higher educational instruction and
offerings of architecture comply with the policies, standards and requirements of the course
prescribed by the CHED in the areas of curriculum, faculty, library and facilities; Provided, That,
for the orderly implementation of this provision, the Board and the Commission may enter into
a Memorandum of Agreement with the CHED.
(m) To adopt a program for the full computerization of the licensure examination; and
(n) Discharge such other duties and functions as may be deemed necessary for the
enhancement of the architecture profession and the upgrading, development and growth of the
architecture education.
The policies, resolutions, rules and regulations, issued or promulgated by the Board
shall be subject to review and approval of the Commission. However, the Board’s decisions,
resolutions or orders rendered in administrative cases shall be subject to review only if on
appeal.
SECTION 8. Administrative Supervision of the Board, Custodian of its Records,

The Board shall be under the administrative supervision of the Commission. All records
of the Board, including applications for examination, examination questions, answer sheets,
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and other records and documents pertaining to licensure examination, administrative and other
investigative cases conducted by the Board shall be under the custody of the Commission. The
Commission shall designate the Secretary of the Board and shall provide the secretariat and
other support services to implement the provisions of R.A. No. 9266.
SECTION 9. Grounds for Suspension or Removal of Members of the Board
The President of the Philippines, upon the recommendation of the Commission, after
giving the concerned member an opportunity to defend himself in a proper administrative
investigation to be conducted by the Commission, may suspend or remove any member on the
following grounds:
(a) Neglect of duty or incompetence;

(b) Violation or tolerance of the violation of R.A. No. 9266, or its implementing rules
and regulations or the Code of Ethical Conduct and Standards of Professional
Practice;
(c) Final judgment of crimes involving moral turpitude; and
(d) Manipulation or rigging of the architecture licensure examination results,
disclosure of secret and confidential information in the examination questions
prior to the conduct of the said examination or tampering of grades.
The Commission in the conduct of the investigation shall be guided by Sec. 7(s) of R.A.
No. 8981.
SECTION 10. Compensation and Allowances of the Board
The chairman and members of the Board shall receive compensation and allowances
comparable to that being received by the chairman and members of existing regulatory Boards
under the Commission as provided for in the General Appropriations Act.
SECTION 11. Annual Report
The Board shall submit an annual report to the Commission after the close of each year giving
a detailed account of its proceedings during the year and making such recommendations as it
may deem proper.
RULE III
EXAMINATION, REGISTRATION AND LICENSURE
SECTION 12. Examination Required
All applicants for registration for the practice of architecture shall be required to undergo
a licensure examination to be given by the Board in such places and dates as the Commission
may designate in accordance with the provisions of Republic Act No. 8981.
SECTION 13. Qualifications of Applicant for Examination
Any person applying for examination shall establish to the satisfaction of the Board that:
(a) He/she is a Filipino citizen or a citizen of a foreign country qualified to take the
examination as provided for in Sec. 27, Art. IV of R.A. No. 9266 as carried out by Sec. 27,
Rule IV of this “IRR of the Architecture Act of 2004”;
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(b) He/she is of good moral character;
(c) He/she is a holder of the degree of Bachelor of Science in Architecture conferred

by a school, college, academy or institute duly recognized and/or accredited by the
Commission on Higher Education (CHED) and in addition has a specific record of at least
two (2) years or equivalent of diversified architectural experience duly certified by a
registered/licensed architect: Provided, however, That an applicant holding a Master’s
Degree in Architecture from a school, college, university or institute recognized by the
government shall be credited one (1) year in his/her practical experience; and
(d) He/she has not been convicted of any criminal offense involving moral turpitude.
The following documents shall be submitted in support of the above requirements:
(1) Certificate of Live Birth in National Statistics Office (NSO) Security Paper
(2) Marriage Contract in NSO Security Paper for married female applicants
(3) College Diploma with indication therein of date of graduation and Special
Order Number unless it is not required
(4) Baccalaureate Transcript of Records with indication therein of date of
graduation and Special Order Number unless it is not required
(5) Accomplished Diversified Training (DT Form 001)
(6) Accomplished Diversified Training (DT Form 002)
(7) Architect-Mentor Affidavit
(8) Photocopy of Architect-Mentor’s valid Professional
Identification Card,
Professional Tax Receipt and IAPOA number
(9) National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Clearance (10) Other documents
the Board may require.
Fraudulent Applications of Candidate and Mentor – The Board may refuse to renew a
professional identification card, or may suspend, or revoke, any certificate of registration
obtained by false swearing or any misrepresentations made in applying for registration or
examination and may refuse to renew or grant registration to any applicant whose application
contains such false evidence or information.
SECTION 14. Subjects for Examination
The licensure examination for architects shall cover, but are not limited to, the following
subjects:
(1) History and Theory of Architecture; Principles of Planning and Architectural

Practice
Part I: History of Architecture
A. Rationale and Description
1. Analysis of architectural manifestations from the beginning of civilization to

contemporary periods of development;
2. Analysis of the influences of environmental, historical, and sociocultural factors

and their relevance to the development of art, buildings, structures, as well as of human
settlements.
Part II: Theory of Architecture
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1. Understanding of the theories and principles of design and architectural design

process;
2. Analysis of anthropometric, proxemic, and kinesthetic requirements of space in

relation to architectural design;
3. Analysis of sociocultural and technological trends which are contributory to the

development of contemporary architecture.
Part III: Architectural Practice
1. Understanding of the role, legal rights and obligations, and responsibilities of the
architect
2. Analysis and application of the various statutes, codes, and regulations affecting
the practice of architecture in the Philippines
3. Understanding of the various aspects of the professional practice of architecture,

including tools and techniques related to production, construction, resource allocation, and
project management, as well as the efficient conduct of client and business relations for building
design and construction projects.
Part IV: Theory and Principles of Planning
1. Analysis of the concepts and techniques in the general planning process, regional
planning, land use planning, and human settlements planning
2. Understanding of the art and science of site planning with emphasis on ecological,
socio-psychological, aesthetic, and functional basis of site planning.
(2) Structural Design, Building Materials, and Architectural Specifications, and

Methods of Construction and Utilities;
Part I: Structural Design
1. Understanding of the fundamentals of mechanics, strength of materials, and
theory of structures
2. General design, principles, and analysis of the structural elements of various
types of construction materials and systems.
Part II: Building Materials and Methods of Construction
1. Understanding of the properties of building construction and finishing materials;
their application and articulation; systems and methods of specifying and construction;
2. Application of the principles of design and construction methods of various types
of materials used in construction.
Part III: Utilities
1. Understanding of the basic practices, principles, general design and installation,
and/or construction of utilities required for a building or structure and its premises;
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2. Analysis of utility, facility, and equipment requirements in relation to aesthetic,
function, and strength of a building or structure and its premises.
(3) Urban Design and Architectural Interiors
Part I: Urban Design
1 Analysis of the concepts and techniques in the general planning process of the physical
and systematic design on a community and urban plane on a more comprehensive manner.
2 Understanding of the art and science of urban design with emphasis on ecological,
socio-psychological, aesthetic and functional basis of urban design.
Part II: Architectural Interiors
1. Understanding of the theories and principles of Architectural Interiors.
2. Analysis of anthropometric, proxemic, and kinesthetic requirements of space in relation
to Architectural Interiors.
(4) Architectural Design and Site Planning
A. Rationale and Objectives
1. Application of logical approach to architectural interiors, urban design and site
planning solutions to architectural and planning problems with emphasis on design
methodology, quantitative and qualitative aspects of space, circulation, and interrelationships
of space, structural and form envelopes, and building utilities and facilities.
2. Application of skills and ability to visualize architectural design problems and
present solutions in appropriate graphical language.
The Board, subject to the approval of the Commission, may revise or exclude any of the
subjects and their syllabi, and add new ones as the need arises to conform to technological
changes brought about by continuing trends in the profession.
SECTION 15. Rating in the Licensure Examination

To be qualified as having passed the licensure examination for architects, a candidate
must obtain a weighted general average of seventy percent (70%), with no grade lower than
fifty percent (50%) in any given subject.
The Board may adopt its own internal procedures on the implementation of this provision.
SECTION 16. Report of Ratings

The Board shall submit to the Commission the ratings obtained by each candidate within
thirty (30) calendar days after the examination, unless extended for just cause. Upon the release
of the results of the examination, the Board shall send by mail the rating received by each
examinee at his/her given address using the mailing envelope submitted during the
examination: Provided, That, the report of rating may be distributed to the successful examinees
during their mass oathtaking as new registered and licensed architects.
SECTION 17. Oath

All successful candidates in the examination shall be required to take an oath of
profession before any member of the Board, any government official authorized by the
Commission pursuant to Sec. 7(k) of R.A. No. 8981 or any person authorized by law to
administer oaths, prior to entering upon the practice of the profession.
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SECTION 18. Issuance of Certificates of Registration and Professional Identification
Card
A certificate of Registration and Professional Identification Card shall be issued to
examinees who pass the licensure examination subject to payment of fees prescribed by the
Commission. The Certificate of Registration shall bear the signature of the chairperson of the
Commission and the chairman and members of the Board, stamped with the official seal of the
Board and the Commission, indicating that the person named therein is entitled to the practice
of the profession with all the privileges appurtenant thereto. The said certificate shall remain in
full force and effect until withdrawn, suspended or revoked in accordance with R.A. No. 9266.
A Professional Identification Card bearing the registration number, date of issuance,
expiry date, duly signed by the chairperson of the Commission, shall likewise be issued to every
registrant who has paid the prescribed fee of annual registration for three (3) years; Provided,
That, the reissuance or renewal of the said card shall be subject to payment of the annual
registration fees for another and every after three (3) years.
SECTION 19. Roster of Architects

A roster showing the names and place of business including other personal material and
relevant data of all registered professional architects shall be prepared and updated by the
Board and copies thereof shall be made available to any party as may be deemed necessary.
SECTION 20. Seal, Issuance and Use of Seal

A duly licensed architect shall affix the seal prescribed by the Board bearing the
registrant’s name, registration number and title “Architect” on all architectural plans, drawings,
specifications and all other contract documents prepared by or under his/her direct supervision.
(1) Each registrant hereunder shall, upon registration, obtain a seal of such design
as the Board shall authorize and direct. Architectural plans and specifications prepared by, or
under the direct supervision of a registered architect shall be stamped with said seal during the
life of the registrants certificate, and it shall be unlawful for any one to stamp or seal any
documents with said seal after the certificate of the registrant named thereon has expired or
has been revoked, unless said certificate shall have been renewed or re-issued.
(2) No officer or employee of this Republic, chartered cities, provinces and

municipalities, now or hereafter charged with the enforcement of laws, ordinances or
regulations relating to the construction or alteration of buildings, shall accept or approve any
architectural plans or specifications which have not been prepared and submitted in full accord
with all the provisions of R.A. No. 9266; nor shall any payments be approved by any such officer
for any work, the plans and specifications for which have not been so prepared and signed and
sealed by the author.
(3) It shall be unlawful for any architect to sign his/her name, affix his/her seal or use
any other method of signature on architectural plans, specifications or other documents made
under another architect’s supervision, unless the same is made in such manner as to clearly
indicate the part or parts of such work actually performed by the former, and it shall be unlawful
for any person, except the architect-of-record, to sign for any branch of work for any function of
architectural practice, not actually performed by him/her. The architect-of-record, shall be fully
responsible for all architectural plans, specifications and other documents issued under his/her
seal or authorized signature.
(4) Drawings and specifications duly signed, stamped or sealed, as instruments of

service, are the intellectual properties and documents of the architect, whether the object for
which they are made is executed or not. It shall be unlawful for any person, without the consent
of the architect or author of said documents, to duplicate or to make copies of said documents
for use in the repetition of and for other projects or buildings, whether executed partly or in
whole.
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(5) All architectural plans, designs, specifications, drawings and architectural
documents relative to the construction of a building shall bear the seal and signature only of an
architect registered and licensed under R.A. No. 9266 together with his/her professional
identification card number and the date of its expiration.
The Board shall prescribe the design, size, and contents of the dry seal to be used in
signing and sealing of architectural plans, drawings, specifications, contract documents and
architectural permit prepared by or under his/her direct supervision.
SECTION 21. Indication of Certificate of Registration/Professional Identification Card

and Professional Tax Receipt
The architect shall be required to indicate the number of his/her Certificate of

Registration and Professional Identification Card (PIC) with its date of issuance and the
duration of validity, including the professional tax receipt number which the City/Municipal
Treasurer shall issue to the registered architect upon presentation of his/her current PIC, on the
documents he/she signs, uses or issues in connection with the practice of his/her profession.
SECTION 22. Refusal to Issue Certificate of Registration and Professional Identification

Card
The Board shall not register and issue a Certificate of Registration and Professional
Identification Card to any person who has falsely sworn or misrepresented himself/herself in
his/her application for examination or to any person convicted by a court of competent
jurisdiction of a criminal offense involving moral turpitude or guilty of immoral and dishonorable
conduct or to any person of unsound mind. In the event of refusal to issue certificate for any
reason, the Board shall give the applicant a written statement setting forth the reasons for such
action, which statement shall be incorporated in the record of the Board: Provided, however,
That registration shall not be refused and a name shall not be removed from the roster of
architects on conviction for a political offense or for an offense which should not, in the opinion
of the Board, either from the nature of the offense or from the circumstances of the case,
disqualify a person from practicing under R.A. No. 9266.
The Board in the written statement shall state the period for the deferment of the
registration if the offense or act committed does not call for indefinite period and/or perpetual
deprivation of the chance to register.
SECTION 23. Suspension and Revocation of Certificates of Registration, Professional

Identification Card or the Special/Temporary Permit
The Board shall have the power, upon notice and hearing, to suspend or revoke the
validity of a Certificate of Registration/Professional Identification Card, or shall cancel a special
permit granted under R.A. No. 9266 to an architect, on any ground mentioned under Section
22 hereof for the use of or perpetuation of any fraud or deceit in obtaining a Certificate of
Registration and Professional Identification Card or special/temporary permit; for gross
negligence or incompetence; for unprofessional or dishonorable conduct; or for any cause
specified hereunder; Provided, however, That such action of the Board shall be subject to
appeal to the Commission whose decision shall be final if he/she:
(a) has signed and affixed or permitted to be signed or affixed his name or seal on
architectural plans and designs, specifications, drawings, technical reports, valuation,
estimates, or other similar documents or work not prepared by him/her or not executed under
his/her immediate supervision; or
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(b) has paid money except the regular fees provided for to secure a Certificate of
Registration; or
(c) has falsely impersonated a practitioner, or former practitioner of alike or different

name or has practiced under an assumed, fictitious or corporate name other than that of the
registered; or
(d) has aided or abetted in the practice of architecture any person not duly authorized
to practice architecture in the Philippines; or
(e) has openly solicited projects by actually undertaking architectural services without
a valid service agreement guaranteeing compensation of services to be rendered and/or has
actually allowed himself/herself to be exploited by undertaking architectural services without a
valid service agreement, both acts being prejudicial to other architects registered and licensed
under R.A. No. 9266 and inimical to the interests of the profession; or
(f) has violated any provision of R.A. No. 9266, its implementing rules and
regulations, the Code of Ethical Conduct and Standards of Professional Practice.
The Board shall periodically examine the grounds for the revocation of the Certificate of
Registration and Professional Identification Card and update these as necessary under the
implementing rules and regulations.
Any person, firm or association, may prepare charges in accordance with the provisions
of this section against any registrant, or the Board may motu proprio investigate and/or
take cognizance of acts and practices constituting sufficient cause for suspension or revocation
of the Certificate of Registration by proper resolution or order. Such charges shall be in writing
and shall be sworn to by the person making them and shall be filed with the Secretary of the
Board.
The rules on administrative investigation issued by the Commission shall govern the
hearing or investigation of the case, subject to applicable provisions of R.A. No. 9266, R.A. No.
8981, and the Rules of Court.
SECTION 24. Re-issuance or Replacement of Revoked or Lost Certificates of
Registration, Professional Identification Card or Special and Temporary Permit
The Board may, after the expiration of two (2) years from the date of revocation of a
Certificate of Registration, Professional Identification Card or special/temporary permit, and
upon application and for reasons deemed proper and sufficient, reinstate the validity of a
revoked Certificate of Registration and in so doing may, in its discretion, exempt the applicant
from taking another examination.
The Board shall issue a Resolution, subject to approval by the Commission, in granting
a petition for reinstatement to the practice of architecture.
RULE IV PRACTICE OF ARCHITECTURE (SUNDRY PROVISIONS)
SECTION 25. Registration of Architects Required
No person shall practice architecture in this country, or engage in preparing architectural

plans, specifications or preliminary data for the erection or alteration of any building located
within the boundaries of this country, or use the title “Architect”, or display the word “Architect”
together with another word, or display or use any title, sign, card, advertisement, or other device
to indicate such person practices or offers to practice architecture, or is an architect, unless
such person shall have received from the Board a Certificate of Registration and be issued a
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Professional Identification Card in the manner hereinafter provided and shall thereafter
comply with the provisions of R.A. No. 9266.
A foreign architect or any person not authorized to practice architecture in the

Philippines, who shall stay in the country and perform any of the activities mentioned in Sections
3 and 4 of R.A. No. 9266, or any other activity analogous thereto, in connection with the
construction of any building/structure/edifice or land development project, shall be deemed
engaged in the unauthorized practice of architecture and shall, therefore, be criminally liable
under R.A. No. 9266 and this “IRR of the Architecture Act of 2004”.
SECTION 26. Vested Rights. Architects Registered When This Law is Passed
All architects registered at the time this law takes effect shall automatically be registered
under the provisions hereof, subject, however, to the provisions herein set forth as to future
requirements.
Certificates of Registration and Professional Identification Cards held by such persons

in good standing shall have the same force and effect as though issued after the passage of
R.A. No. 9266.
SECTION 27. Reciprocity Requirements
A person who is not a citizen of the Philippines at the time he/she applies to take the
examination shall not be allowed to take the licensure examination unless he/she can prove, in
the manner provided by the Rules of Court that, by specific provision of law, the country of
which he/she is a citizen, subject or national either admits citizens of the Philippines to the
practice of the same profession without restriction or allows them to practice it after passing an
examination on terms of strict and absolute equality with citizens, subjects or nationals of the
country concerned, including the unconditional recognition of prerequisite degrees/diplomas
issued by the institutions of learning duly recognized for the purpose by the Government of the
Philippines.
A foreign citizen, whether he studied in the Philippines or not, who desires to take the
licensure examination for Architects through reciprocity shall initiate the establishment of
reciprocity between his country/state and the Philippines by presenting/submitting a letter or
any document signed and under official seal by the appropriate official of his country/state
requesting the Chairman of the Board Architecture to allow the foreign applicant to take the
licensure examination of the Board that by express provision of the law of his country/state,
Filipino citizens shall be allowed to take the licensure examination for Architects and to register
as Architect in his country/state on terms of strict and absolute equality with the citizens or
subjects of said country or state including the unconditional recognition of prerequisite degrees
issued by institutions of higher learning duly recognized or established by the Government of
the Republic of the Philippines attaching/appending thereto an authentic or authenticated
official copy of said law officially translated in the English language.
If the letter/document and the copy of the law submitted by the applicant is satisfactorily
to the Board, the foreign applicant shall be allowed to take the licensure examination for
Architects by requiring him to file an application to take the licensure examination and by
submitting the following documents that shall accompany the application:
a. The original or certified copy of any official document issued by the Bureau of
Immigration and Deportation allowing the applicant to enter and reside the Philippines;
b. Present his passport for examination and for photocopying of pertinent

information
about the applicant;
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c. Original or authenticated copy of transcript of records or equivalent document of
the course for licensure examination issued by the institution of higher learning where he
studied, duly authorized or accredited by his country/state; and
d. Other documents which may be required to be submitted by the Board.

SECTION 28. Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
To promote public interest and to safeguard life, health and property, all practicing
architects shall maintain a program of continuing professional development. The integrated and
accredited professional organization shall have the responsibility of developing a continuing
professional development program for architects. Other entities or organizations may become
CPD providers upon accreditation by the Board.
A program of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) shall be maintained through

an overall CPD program for architects developed by the United Architects of the Philippines,
Inc. Such a program shall be formulated by the Continuing Professional Education (CPE)
Council for Architects based on the existing guidelines of the Professional Regulation
Commission with levels of compliance and proficiency evaluation as a rating factor.
Accreditation of CPD/CPE providers by the Board of Architecture shall be based on the said
guidelines.
SECTION 29. Prohibition in the Practice of Architecture and Penal Clause
Any person who shall practice or offer to practice architecture in the Philippines without
being registered/licensed and who are not holders of temporary or special permits in
accordance with the provisions of R.A. No. 9266, or any person presenting or attempting to
use as his/her own the Certificate of Registration/Professional Identification Card or seal of
another or temporary or special permit, or any person who shall give any false or forged
evidence of any kind to the Board or to any member thereof in obtaining a Certificate of
Registration/Professional Identification Card or temporary or special permit, or any person who
shall falsely impersonate any registrant of like or different name, or any person who shall
attempt to use a revoked or suspended Certificate of Registration/Professional Identification
Card or cancelled special/temporary permit, or any person who shall use in connection with
his/her name or otherwise assume, use or advertise any title or description tending to convey
the impression that he/she is an architect when he/she is not an architect, or any person
whether Filipino or foreigner, who knowingly allows the use, adoption, implementation of plans,
designs or specifications made by any person, firm, partnership or company not duly licensed
to engage in the practice of architecture, or any person who shall violate any of the provisions
of R.A. No. 9266, its implementing rules and regulations, the Code of Ethical Conduct and
Standards of Professional Practice, or any policy of the Board and the Commission, shall be
guilty of misdemeanor and charged in court by the Commission and shall, upon conviction be
sentenced to a fine of not less than One hundred thousand pesos (P100,000.00) but not more
than Five million pesos (P5,000,000.00) or to suffer imprisonment for a period not less than six
(6) months or not exceeding six (6) years or both, at the discretion of the Court.
Government employees and employees of private firms or persons/entities who are not
registered and licensed architects shall not perform architectural works in the performance of
their official function without the direct supervision of a licensed architect. Such activity shall
constitute unauthorized practice of architecture which shall be penalized in accordance with
Section 29 of R.A. No. 9266.
Any public official who shall order or cause a non-architect to perform activities which
constitute practice of architecture shall be administratively liable and shall be guilty of
misdemeanor and shall upon conviction be sentenced in accordance with Section 30 of R.A.
No. 9266.
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Penalties for Violations of Section 7 – sub-paragraph (L) by Heads of Government
Agencies or Officers of Private Entities/Institutions as per R.A. No. 8981.
Any head of a government agency or officer(s) of a private firm/institution who violates

Section 7 – sub-paragraph (L) of R.A. No. 8981 shall be punished by imprisonment of not less
than six (6) months and one (1) day to not more than six (6) years, or a fine of not less than
Fifty Thousand Pesos (P50,000.00) to not more than Five Hundred Thousand Pesos
(P500,000.00) or both at the discretion of the court.
SECTION 30. Prohibition in the Practice of Architecture
Any person or entity, whether public or private, Filipino or foreigner, who/which shall
entice, compel, coerce, require or otherwise force an architect registered and licensed under
R.A. No. 9266 to undertake/perform any service under the general practice of architecture as
defined under R.A. No. 9266, without first executing a written contract/service agreement, shall
be guilty of a misdemeanor and shall, upon conviction be sentenced to a fine of not less than
Two hundred thousand pesos (P200,000.00) or to suffer imprisonment for a period not
exceeding six (6) years, or both, at the discretion of the Court.
SECTION 31. Liability of Representatives of Non-Registered Persons
It shall be unlawful for any person or firm or corporation to seek to avoid the provisions
of R.A. No. 9266 by having a representative or employee seek architectural work in their behalf,
unless and until, such persons have duly qualified and duly registered/licensed, otherwise, both
those represented and the representative, the employer and the employee shall be deemed
guilty of violation of R.A. No. 9266. Solicitation of architectural work shall be construed as
offering to practice architecture and shall be unlawful for any non-registered and unlicensed
persons to do so.
SEC. 32. Signing and Sealing of Architectural Plans, Specifications, Architectural
Permit and Other Contract Documents
It shall be unlawful for any architect to sign his/her name, affix his/her seal, or use any other
method of signature on architectural plans, specifications or other contract documents made
under another architect’s supervision, unless the same is made in such manner as to clearly
indicate the part or parts of such work actually performed by the former, and shall be unlawful
for any person, except the Architect-of record shall be fully responsible for all architectural plans,
specifications, and other documents issued under his/her seal or authorized signature.
The Board shall make all the necessary rules and regulations with regards to the signing and
sealing of drawings, specifications, reports, and other documents.
The authorized signature, official seal, PTR, PRC registration number and the IAPOA
membership number and Official Receipt (O.R.) number of the Architect-of-record stamped on
architectural plans, specifications, architectural permit and other related contract documents
signify his/her assumption of the mandated fifteen (15) year civil liability under Article 1723 of
the Civil Code. The Architect-of-record should be limited to architectural documents of a project
and its liability does not extend to the professional responsibility nor civil liability of the other
signing (sealing) professionals Including the Architect-in-charge of construction (AICC) and the
Consulting Architect (CA) unless these are under his/her direct employ. This rule shall apply to
both architects in government as well as architects employed by private firms.
For architectural documents prepared by architectural firms, the Board of Architecture

Registry Number and the SEC or DTI Registry Numbers should be prominently displayed on all
architectural documents.
SECTION 33. Ownership of Plans, Specifications and Other Contract Documents
Drawings and specifications and other contract documents duly signed, stamped or
sealed, as instruments of service, are the intellectual property and documents of the architect,
whether the object for which they are made is executed or not. It shall be unlawful for any
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person to duplicate or to make copies of said documents for use in the repetition of and for
other projects or buildings, whether executed partly or in whole, without the written consent of
architect or author of said documents.
All architects shall incorporate this provision in all contract documents and other
instruments of service.
SECTION 34. Non-Registered Person shall not Claim Equivalent Service
Persons not registered as an architect shall not claim nor represent either services or
work as equivalent to those of a duly qualified registered architect, or that they are qualified for
any branch or function of architectural practice, even though no form of the title “Architect” is
used.
SECTION 35. Positions in Government Requiring the Services of Registered and

Licensed Architects
Within three (3) years from the effectivity of R.A. No. 9266, all existing and proposed
positions in the local and national government, whether career, permanent, temporary or
contractual and primarily requiring the services of an architect shall be filled only by registered
and licensed architects.
In order to provide a safety net intended to ensure that the legislative intent shall be fully
implemented, the following sub-rules are so prescribed:
1. All national and local agencies including Government Owned and Controlled
Corporations (GOCC’s) are prohibited to collapse existing plantilla positions for architects for
the purpose of recreating the same to non-architect positions.
2. All existing plantilla positions in the national and local government whose job
description includes the practice of architecture as defined under R.A. 9266, shall be
automatically reclassified as Architect positions and shall be accorded the salary pertaining to
the latter in accordance with salary standardization law.
3. The government architect-of-record shall collect from the concerned national or

local agency including Government Owned and Controlled Corporations (GOCC’s) an incentive
pay to cover civil liabilities in the equivalent amount of 1.5 % of the project cost of every project
provided it shall not exceed 50% of his annual salary which shall be paid upon full completion
of the project. The amount intended for the architect who prepared and signed the drawings
and specifications shall be included in the Program of Work.
SECTION 36. Collection of Professional Fees
It shall be unlawful for any unregistered person to collect a fee for architectural services
except as an employee collecting a fee as representative of a Registered Architect.
SECTION 37. Limitation to the Registration of a Firm, Company, Partnership,

The practice of architecture is a professional service, admission to which shall be

determined upon the basis of individual personal qualifications. However, a firm, company,
partnership, corporation or association may be registered or licensed as such for the practice
of architecture under the following conditions:
a) Only Filipino citizens properly registered and licensed as architects under R.A.
No. 9266 may, among themselves, or together with allied technical professionals, form and
obtain registration as a firm, company, partnership, association or corporation for the practice
of architecture;
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b) Registered and licensed architects shall compose at least seventy-five percent
(75%) of the owners, shareholders, members, incorporators, directors, executive officers, as
the case may be;
c) Individual members of such firm, partnership, association or corporation shall be

responsible for their individual and collective acts as an entity and as provided by law;
d) Such firm, partnership, association or corporation shall be registered with the

Securities and Exchange Commission and the Board.
The Board subject to approval by the Commission shall issue a certificate of registration
to such firm, company, partnership, corporation or association upon grant of registration.
SECTION 38. Coverage of Temporary/Special Permits
Foreign nationals who have gained entry in the Philippines to perform professional
services as architects or consultants in foreign-funded or assisted projects of the government
or employed or engaged by Filipino or foreign contractors or private firms, shall, before
assuming the duties, functions and responsibilities as architects or consultants, secure a
special/temporary permit from the Board subject to approval of the Commission, to practice
his/her profession in connection with the project to which he/she was commissioned: Provided,
That a foreign national or foreign firm, whose name or company name, with the title architect,
architectural consultant, design consultant, consultant or designer appears on architectural
plans, specifications and other related construction documents, for securing building permits,
licenses and government authority clearances for actual building project construction in the
Philippines and advertisements and billboards for marketing purposes, shall be deemed
practicing architecture in the Philippines, whether the contract for professional services is
consummated in the Philippines or in a foreign country. Provided, further, That the following
conditions are satisfied as follows:
(a) That he/she is a citizen or subject of a country which specifically permits Filipino
professionals to practice his/her profession within their territorial limits, on the same basis as
the subjects or citizens of such foreign state or country;
(b) That he/she is legally qualified to practice architecture in his/her own country, and
that his/her expertise is necessary and advantageous to our country particularly in the aspects
of technology transfer and specialization;
(c) That foreign nationals shall be required to work with a Filipino counterpart and
shall also be responsible for public utilities and taxes due to the Philippine government, relative
to their participation in, or professional services rendered to the project, in accordance with the
established implementing rules and regulations providing for the procedure for the registration
and/or issuance of temporary/special permits to foreign architects allowed by law to practice
their profession in the Philippines by the Board of Architecture and the accredited professional
organization; and
(d) Agencies, organizations or individuals whether public or private, who secure the
services of a foreign professional authorized by law to practice in the Philippines for reasons
aforementioned, shall be responsible for securing a special permit from the Professional
Regulation Commission (PRC) and the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) pursuant
to PRC and DOLE rules.
The following procedures for the registration and/or issuance of temporary/special

permits to foreign architects are hereby prescribed:
1.0 A visa and work permit by appropriate government agencies shall be required.
2.0 Within thirty (30) calendar days after the commission/appointment date, the
commissioning party shall be responsible to secure the Temporary/Special Permit from Board
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subject to approval by the PRC. DOLE upon compliance with the qualifications required and
receipt of a copy of the said Temporary/Special Permit - shall issue the employment permit.
3.0 In the absence of a bilateral agreement, the foreign national shall submit
documentary proof or evidence allowing Filipino architects to practice the profession in their
home country without any limitation.
4.0 Technology transfer and/or specialization must be identified and substantiated

consistent with his expertise.
5.0 A Filipino counterpart shall be the architect-of-record, with his duties, functions and
responsibilities duly defined in a covering agreement.
6.0 Advertisements and billboards for marketing/promotion purposes shall prominently

display the name of the architect-of-record. Failure to comply shall be subject to penalties in
accordance with the rules promulgated by PRC.
7.0 Upon issuance of the temporary/special permit, the foreign national may become
member of the United Architects of the Philippines, Inc. subject to the rules and procedures of
UAP membership.
SECTION 39. Liability Insurance of a Person or Entity Allowed to Practice under a

Temporary/Special Permit
Foreign nationals, including former Filipinos wanting to engage in the general practice of
architecture as defined in Section 3 (c) of R.A. No. 9266 must secure locally their professional
liability insurance or malpractice insurance or their acceptable equivalent in bond form
commensurate with the nature and magnitude of their project involvement and their
compensation the implementing rules and regulations for such a requirement for practice shall
be implemented by the Board in consultation with the integrated and accredited professional
organization of architects within six (6) months from the effectivity of R.A. No. 9266.
RULE V FINAL PROVISIONS
SECTION 40. Integration of the Architecture Profession
The Architecture profession shall be integrated into one (1) national organization which
shall be accredited by the Board, subject to the approval by the Commission, as the integrated
and accredited professional organization of architects: Provided, however, That such an
organization shall be registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission, as a non-profit,
non-stock corporation to be governed by by-laws providing for a democratic election of its
officials. An architect duly registered with the Board shall automatically become a member of
the integrated and accredited professional organization of architects and shall receive the
benefits and privileges provided for in R.A. 9266 upon payment of the required fees and dues.
Membership in the integrated and accredited professional organization of architects shall not
be a bar to membership in other associations of architects.
Pursuant to Board Resolution No. 3, Series of 2004, the United Architects of the
Philippines, Inc. is the existing integrated and accredited professional organization of registered
architects, duly accredited by the Board subject to approval by the Commission and registered
with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) as a non-profit, non-stock corporation
governed by Bylaws providing for a democratic election of its officials
1.a. An architect duly registered with the PRC shall automatically become a member of
the UAP and shall receive the benefits and privileges provided for and described in its by-laws
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upon payment of required fees and dues. The UAP shall keep an updated official registry of its
bonafide members indicating membership and annual dues official receipt number.
1.b. Bona fide members of the UAP practicing the architectural profession shall be
required to provide their official IAPOA membership number and receipt number together with
their PRC registration number and professional tax receipt (PTR) on official documents
prepared by them for purposes of obtaining governmental regulatory permits and licenses.
1.c. The functions, duties and responsibilities of the UAP as the IAPOA shall be the
following:
a) Nominations to the vacancy of positions to the BOA;
b) Responsibility of preparing a program of CPD;
c) Endorsement of the practice of foreign nationals to be issued

temporary/special
permit;
d) Recommendation of compliance with liability insurance under a

temporary/special
permit;
e) Monitoring compliance and endorsing to/or filing a complaint with the

Board and/or Commission for violation of the R.A. No. 9266, this IRR, Code of Ethics,
Standards of Professional Practice and other policies of the Board and of the
Commission and with other agencies for violation of other relevant laws, regulations and
the like; and
f) Some other functions, duties and responsibility as may be prescribed by

the BOA
from time to time.
SECTION 41. Implementing Rules and Regulations
Within sixty (60) days after the effectivity of R.A. No. 9266, the Board, subject to the
approval of the Commission and in coordination with integrated and accredited professional
organization, shall adopt and promulgate such rules and regulations, Code of Ethical Conduct
and Standards of Professional Practice, to carry out the provisions of R.A. No. 9266 and which
shall be effective fifteen (15) days following their publication in the Official Gazette or in two (2)
major daily newspapers of general circulation.
SECTION 42. Appropriations
The Chairperson of the Professional Regulation Commission shall immediately include

in the Commission’s programs the implementation of R.A. No. 9266, the funding of which shall
be included in the annual General Appropriations Act.
The amount necessary to carry out the initial implementation of R.A. No. 9266 shall be
charged against the current year’s appropriations of the Professional Regulation Commission.
Thereafter, such sums as may be necessary for the continued implementation of R.A. No. 9266
shall be included in the succeeding General Appropriations Act (GAA).
SECTION 43. Act Not Affecting Other Professionals
R.A. No. 9266 shall not be construed to affect or prevent the practice of any other legally
recognized profession.
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SECTION 44. Enforcement of the Act
It shall be the primary duty of the Commission and the Board to effectively enforce the
provisions of R.A. No. 9266 and this “IRR of the Architecture Act of 2004”. All duly constituted
law enforcement agencies and officers of national, provincial, city or municipal government or
of any political subdivision thereof, shall, upon the call or request of the Commission or the
Board, render assistance in enforcing the provisions of R.A. No. 9266 and this “IRR of the
Architecture Act of 2004”, and to prosecute any person violating the provisions of the same.
The Secretary of Justice or his duly designated representative shall act as legal adviser
to the Commission and the Board and shall render legal assistance as may be necessary in
carrying out the provisions of R.A. No. 9266 and this “IRR of the Architecture Act of 2004”.
Any person may bring before the Commission, Board or the aforementioned officers of
the law, cases of illegal practice or violations of R.A. No. 9266 and this “IRR of the Architecture
Act of 2004” committed by any person or party.
SECTION 45. Separability Clause
If, for any reason, any section or provision of the herein “IRR” or application of such rules
and regulations or provision to any person or circumstances is declared unconstitutional or
invalid, the remainder of this “IRR of the Architecture Act of 2004”, or application of such
provisions to other persons or circumstances, shall not be affected by such declaration.
SECTION 46. Repealing Clause
Any provisions of the rules, regulations, codes, orders, resolutions, measures, and other
policies or parts thereof issued and promulgated pursuant to R.A. No. 545 (as amended by R.A.
No. 1581), P.D. No. 223 (as amended), R.A. No. 8981, and other laws which are inconsistent
with this “IRR of the Architecture Act of 2004” are hereby superseded, repealed or amended
accordingly.
SECTION 47. Effectivity
The herein “IRR of the Architecture Act of 2004” shall be, upon approval by the
Commission, be effective after fifteen (15) days following its full and complete publication in the
Official Gazette or in two (2) major newspapers of general circulation.
Done in the City of Manila this ________day of _______________ 2004.
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item 1
Juan just passed the ALE with flying colors and came back to his old job in Singapore. His
boss was so impressed, that he wanted to put up an Architectural firm here in the Philippines.
What should Juan’s boss do to practice architecture in the Philippines?
Correct answer: He should collaborate with a Filipino Firm/ Architect and be partners to be
able to Practice Architecture in the Philippines.
Item 2
You want to be updated on the latest trends in building construction. What should you do?
Correct answer: Be an active member of your professional organization.
Item 3
In the absence of a written stipulation to the contrary in an architectural firm, who has
intellectual propriety rights over the Architectural Documents?
Correct answer: The Principal Architect who signed and sealed the documents
Item 4
How do you treat new member of the profession?
Correct answer: Give equal opportunities like senior members.
Item 5
After practicing several years, you noticed that your license is about to expire on your
birthday. Which is now a requirement for renewing your license?
Correct answer: CPD Units
Item 6
To get a replacement Professional Identification Card, you need to pay PHP 250.00 and
present your ________.
Correct answer: Notarized affidavit of loss
Item 7
Three siblings decided to form their own firm. One is Architect, another is an Engineer and
third is an interior designer. How much should the architectural composition of the
corporation?
Correct answer: 75%
Item 8
Who nominates the board?
Correct answer: The IAPOA
Item 9
As a registered and licensed architect, you made a good working relationship with the
contractor ABC after awarding them several projects. Now, contractor ABC(“the client”)
wanted your services as the Architect for their new building. All this went smoothly until the
client wanted you to alter your plans to accommodate their additional requirements. You
implemented their revisions but the client was not satisfied with the result. They requested for
another set of changes to the plans but you disagree with the proposed changes since the
alteration being asked will result to violation with the local zoning regulations and the building
code. The conflict eventually leads to a dispute between you and the Client. Based on
Architects Code of Ethical Conduct, you have a responsibility to whom in this situation?
Correct answer: The public
Item 10
After laying off several of their workers, Architect Basha took on more workload and that
includes Structural Conceptualization. How can she contribute under this?
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Correct answer: She can conceive and develop the type, disposition, arrangement and
proportioning of structural elements.
Item 11
A client will usually hire you to be his Architect but you found out that there is another
Architect involved. What would you do?
Correct answer: Don’t get involved or ask the client a written consent or termination of
contract from the previous architect.
Item 12
The number of years as an active practitioner of Architecture needed to be nominated as
members of the professional regulatory board.
Correct answer: 10 years
Item 13
A good start in your practice as an architect, what should you do before commencing a
project?
Correct answer: Sign a service agreement
Item 14
Your friend, upon learning that you are now a Registered and Licensed Architect referred his
Aunt to you who as fate would have it was looking for and Architect to design her dream
house. You are going to meet your friend’s aunt for the first time, what attire will you wear?
Correct answer: Clean, presentable and comfortable- to make the client comfortable and
establish a friendly relation.
Item 15
Who is liable for a project if there is a foreign concept architect hired by the owner with a
registered and licensed Filipino Architect as an Architect of record?
Correct answer: Filipino counterpart
Item 16
Architect B, being a neophyte Architect and his desire to get the project, did not require
owner A to sign a formal contract. It happened that Owner A, doesn’t want Architect B for the
project anymore. Is there any violation committed?
Correct answer: Yes. By architect B against RA 9266.
Item 17
You just passed the Licensure Examination for Architects. What do you do next?
Correct answer: Get ready for the oath taking.
Item 18
Arch. X is celebrating the 25th year anniversary of his office. He wants to be featured on a
magazine. To lessen the amount that will be spent on being published with his consent, he
allowed his friend who is a writer to solicit from advertisers under his name. is there anything
wrong here? If there is, what/ who is wrong in the situation?
Correct answer: The architect is liable.
Item 19
How many years do the Professional Identification Card effective before it expires?
Correct answer: 3 years
Item 20
You are now a veteran Architect of your own firm, as an architect, you have a responsibility
to your people. Which of the following would you do to best show this?
Correct answer: Be an example of to become a good professional.
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Item 21
Who appoints to be a member of the Board?
Correct answer: The president of the Philippines
Item 22
Juan has been working at Saudi Arabia for almost fifteen years but he feels incomplete since
he was not able to take the licensure examination when he was still in the Philippines. He
heard that the PRBOArch is going to conduct FLEA (Foreign Licensure Examination for
Architects for FIlipinos). He asks his family to send his Transcript of records, Birth Certificate
and Diploma. What else does he need to be able to take FLEA?
Correct answer: Diversified Training Logbook signed and sealed by a Filipino registered and
licensed Architect.
Item 23
Due to your excitement at being a new architect, you misplaced your Professional
Identification Card. You applied at PRC for the replacement. How long will you get it?
Correct answer: 1 day
Item 24
As an Architect, how do you compensate your subordinates?
Correct answer: Provide salary commensurate to work.
Item 25
This is an “alternative” start to a career in Architecture..
Correct answer: Work as an employee in an Architectural firm and gain more experience.
Item 26
Means an architect registered and licensed under R.A. No. 9266, who is directly and
professionally responsible and liable for the construction supervision of the project.
Correct answer: Architect-in-charge of construction
Item 27
Who nominates the board?
Response: Professional Organizations of Architects
Item 28
What shall the architect not ask from sources such as material suppliers given the fact that
he/she already receives a professional fee from the client?
Correct answer: Commission
Item 29
After passing the FLEA Foreign Licensure Examination for Architects for FIlipinos), who can
administer a professional oath?
Correct answer: The PRBOA.
Item 30
Architect B, being a neophyte Architect and his desire to get the project, did not require
owner A to sign a formal contract. What will happen if Owner A, doesn’t want Architect B for
the project anymore?
Correct answer: Architect B won’t get paid
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Republic of the Philippines

Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)

THE PROFESSIONAL REGULATORY BOARD OF ARCHITECTURE Resolution No. 02

ADOPTION AND PROMULGATION OF THE CODE OF ETHICAL CONDUCT FOR

ARTICLE III THE ARCHITECT'S RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO HIS/HER CLIENT

ARTICLE IV THE ARCHITECT'S RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO THE

Section 6. - Relations with Manufacturers, Dealers, and Agents. - An exchange of technical

ARTICLE VI THE ARCHITECT'S RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO HIS/HER

ADOPTION AND PROMULGATION OF THE ARCHITECT’S CREDO, AMENDING FOR THE

BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 02, SERIES OF 2006 Consists of eight articles:

THE ARCHITECT’S CREDO

Section 1. Traits of Architects:

Section 2. Duties and Responsibilities:

Section 3. Relations with the Public.:

Section 6. - Relations with Manufacturers, Dealers, and Agents. - An exchange of technical

1. 1987 Philippine Constitution

REPUBLIC ACT 9266

Begun and Held: July 28, 2003, Manila

ARTICLE 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS

ARTICLE 2: PROFESSIONAL REGULATORY BOARD OF ARCHITECTURE

ARTICLE 3: EXAMINATION, REGISTRATION AND LICENSURE

ARTICLE 5: FINAL PROVISIONS

THE PROFESSIONAL REGULATORY BOARD OF ARCHITECTURE Resolution No. 02

ARTICLE II THE ARCHITECT'S RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO THE PEOPLE

ARTICLE III THE ARCHITECT'S RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO HIS/HER CLIENT

ARTICLE V THE ARCHITECT'S RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO

ARTICLE VI THE ARCHITECT'S RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO HIS/HER

Sources of the practice of Architecture

1. 1987 Philippine Constitution

REPUBLIC ACT 9266

AN ACT PROVIDING FOR A MORE RESPONSIVE AND COMPREHENSIVE

Begun and Held: July 28, 2003, Manila

ARTICLE 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS

SECTION 1 Short Title

ARTICLE 2: PROFESSIONAL REGULATORY BOARD OF ARCHITECTURE

SECTION 4 Creation and Composition of the Professional Regulatory Board

ARTICLE 3: EXAMINATION, REGISTRATION AND LICENSURE

SECTION 12 Examination Required

ARTICLE 4: PRACTICE OF ARCHITECTURE

SECTION 25 Registration of Architects Required

ARTICLE 5: FINAL PROVISIONS

SECTION 40 Integration of Architectural Professions

THE IMPLEMENTING RULES AND REGULATIONS (IRR) OF R.A. 9255, AN ACT

September 15, 2004- City of Manila

Eugene G. Gan- Chairman

Carlos G. Almelor- Secretary, Professional Regulatory Boards

Antonieta Fortuna- Ibe, Chairperson

RULE I TITLE, POLICY, STATEMENT, DEFINITION OF TERMS, AND SCOPE OF

SECTION 4 Creation and Composition of the Professional Regulatory Board

RULE III EXAMINATION, REGISTRATION AND LICENSURE

SECTION 12 Examination Required

RULE IV PRACRICE OF ARCHITECTURE (SUNDRY PROVISIONS)

SECTION 26 Vested Rights. Architects Registered when the Law is Passed

SECTION 37 Limitation to the Registration of Firm, Company, Partnership,

SECTION 40 Integration of the Architecture Profession

THE IMPLEMENTING RULES AND REGULATIONS (IRR) OF REPUBLIC ACT NO.

SECTION 2. Statement of Policy.

• The importance of Architects in Nation building and Development

• ARCHITECT= competent, virtuous, productive and well-rounded excellent, qualitative, world

SECTION 3. Definition of Terms.

(1) “Architecture” is the art, science or profession of planning, designing and

(2) “Architect” means a person professionally and academically qualified,

(3) “General Practice of Architecture” the act of planning and architectural

(4) “Scope of the Practice of Architecture” encompasses the provision of