Wyo. Code R. 012-0001-3
Architects and Landscape Architects, Board of
Chapter 3: Licensure Requirements
Effective Date: 04/05/2023 to 04/17/2024
Rule Type: Superceded Rules & Regulations
Reference Number: 012.0001.3.04052023
Section 1. Authority. The Board is authorized under Wyoming Statute 33-4-104(a), 33-4-105(e), and the WAPA to promulgate rules and regulations related to the application and licensure procedures to practice architecture and landscape architecture in Wyoming.
Section 2. Licensure Standards for Architects. To be granted licensure in addition to the requirements set forth in W.S. 33-4-101 through -117, an applicant shall:
(a) Hold a professional degree in architecture from a NAAB-accredited program, or hold a foreign degree in architecture from a degree program having requirements substantially equal to those established by NAAB and evaluated by EESA; and
(b) Have satisfied the AXP requirements in accordance with NCARB AXP guidelines; and
(c) Have passed the ARE.
Section 3. Licensure Standards for Landscape Architects. To be granted licensure in addition to the requirements set forth in W.-S. 33-4-101 through -117, an applicant shall:
(a) Hold a professional degree in landscape architecture from a LAAB-accredited program, or hold a foreign degree in landscape architecture from a degree program having requirements substantially equal to those established by LAAB as determined by the Board;
(b) Demonstrate three (3) years work experience that exposed the applicant to all phases of work integral to the practice of landscape architecture and that was performed under the supervision of a licensed landscape architect, licensed architect, licensed civil engineer, or credentialed planner. Landscape architectural work experience shall fall within the definition of the practice of landscape architecture as defined in W.S. 33-4-101(a)(iv); and
(c) Have passed the LARE.
(a) For applicants seeking licensure, all requirements shall be met during the timeframe identified immediately prior to submitting a completed application.
(b) Applications shall be deemed 'complete' when all necessary documentation has been received by the Board Office.
(c) Applications shall expire one (1) year after submission. If an application expires, an applicant shall submit a new application, including payment of fee.
(a) Eligibility. An applicant may seek licensure by examination if the applicant is not licensed to practice in another jurisdiction or if the applicant fails to meet other licensure methods.
(b) Application Requirements. Applicant shall:
(i) Submit a completed application; and
(ii) Request transmittal of their NCARB or CLARB record documenting completion of the education, examination, and experience criteria identified in Section 2 or 3, as applicable.
(a) Eligibility. An applicant may seek licensure by reciprocity if the applicant is licensed to practice in another jurisdiction.
(b) Application Requirements. Applicant shall:
(i) Submit a completed application and payment of fees; and
(ii) Submit evidence of competency identified in Section 2 or 3 by requesting:
(A) Transmittal of an NCARB or CLARB certificate; or
(B) Verification of their active license in another jurisdiction with licensure requirements substantially similar to Wyoming.
Section 7. License Classification. Three types of license classifications are used to denote the method by which the applicant obtains licensure:
(a) Type A License, Licensure by Prior Practice (or grandfathering):
(i) For Architects type A licenses were issued to those qualified applicants upon passage of the initial licensing act in the year 1951. No further type A licenses will be issued.
(ii) For Landscape Architects type A licenses were issued to those qualified applicants upon passage of the revised licensing act in the year 1992. No further type A licenses will be issued.
(b) Type B License, Licensure by Examination: Type B licenses shall be issued to applicants granted a license by examination.
(c) Type C License, Licensure by Reciprocity: Type C licenses shall be issued to applicants granted a license by reciprocity.
(a) Eligibility. An applicant may seek to have his or her license reinstated if the applicant's Wyoming license has been revoked, surrendered, suspended, conditioned, or restricted and no longer holds a license.
(b) Application Requirements. Applicant shall:
(i) Submit a completed application and payment of fee;
(ii) Submit evidence of complying with the requirements of a previous Board order, if applicable;
(iii) Submit evidence of applicant's ability to safely and competently practice; and
(iv) Submit evidence demonstrating just cause for reinstatement.