Co, Sherika Denise F.

AR181-1 (Professional Practice Law 1)

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REFLECTION PAPER (R.A 9266: THE ARCHITECTURE ACT OF 2004)

On March 17,2004 Republic Act. 9266 or also known as “The Architecture Act of 2004”,
has been established. This heightens the regulation engaged to the registration, licensing, and
practice of architecture in the Philippines.RA9266 is not only just to regulate the practice of
architecture, but also to protect the practice from illegal practitioners.

The first section defines all technical terms so that they can be understood in the context
of the law, as well as the name of the law. The details are in simple composition but must be
understood at a higher level. The following section discusses the Philippine Regulatory Board of
Architecture, including its establishment, qualifications, and roles. In this section, it is advisable
to remember that the board of architecture or a higher office governs the practice of the profession.
Other details are as specific as possible, such as who is qualified, what qualifications are required,
and how long the term of office is.

According to RA9266 article 1 section 3 "Architect or person professionally and

academically qualified, registered and licensed under this Act with a Certificate of Registration
and Professional Identification Card issued by the Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture
and the Professional Regulation Commission" -this states that you can only practice architecture
if you are registered and licensed. It is illegal for architects to practice without the proper
documentation to prove their license. This could land them in jail for engaging in illegal behavior.

I completely agree with the Republic Act's Article. As Architecture students, this will be
useful in the future. It is impolite for us, and even for registered professionals, that there are still
people practicing illegally. Illegal practitioners are tarnishing the reputation of legitimate
practitioners. I also want to point out that the engineer or architect who created the building's plans
and specifications is liable for damages if the structure collapses within 15 years of completion
due to a flaw in those plans and specifications or a ground defect. Furthermore, they are required
to fix all structural issues free of charge during the first few years of after the completion.