1. (a) In engaging in the practice of architecture, landscape architecture, or licensed interior design, a Licensee or Entity shall act with care and competence, and shall apply the technical and tactical knowledge and skill which is ordinarily applied by licensed Architects, Landscape Architects, and Licensed Interior Designers of good standing. The Licensee or Entity shall not directly or indirectly indulge in exaggerated, misleading, deceptive or false statements or claims about professional qualifications.
2. (b) Licensees shall not delegate critical decision-making responsibilities to automated systems or technological tools and must retain professional judgment and responsible control over all design decisions. The use of technology does not absolve licensees from their responsibility for ensuring compliance with applicable laws, codes, and standards.
3. (c) In designing a project, an Architect, Landscape Architect, or Licensed Interior Designer shall follow all applicable State and municipal building laws, codes and regulations. While a Licensee of these professions may rely on the advice of other professions as to the intent and meaning of such laws, codes and regulations, the Licensee shall not intentionally or negligently design a project in violation of such laws, codes and regulations. When two or more codes are in conflict, the standard of practice is to use the most restrictive.
4. (d) An Architect, Landscape Architect, or Licensed Interior Designer shall undertake to perform professional services only when they, together with those engaged as consultants, are qualified by licensing, education, training and experience in the specific technical and tactical areas required. The Licensee shall establish by agreement, the nature and extent of services to be provided and the compensation to be paid.
5. (e) No individual shall be permitted to engage in the practice of architecture, landscape architecture, or licensed interior design if, in the Board's judgment, determined during a formal hearing, such individual's professional competence is found to be substantially impaired by mental disabilities. An individual may apply for reinstatement through the procedures established by the Rules in this Chapter.

Amended at 16 Ok Reg 1333, eff 5-27-99

Amended at 19 Ok Reg 2555, eff 7-15-02

Amended at 24 Ok Reg 815, eff 5-11-07

Amended at 37 Ok Reg 1006, eff 9-11-20

Amended at 39 Ok Reg 817, eff 9-15-22

Amended at 42 Ok Reg, Number 21, effective 8-1-25