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Under R.A. No. 9266, what document(s) must a person possess to legally use the title 'Architect' in the Philippines?
Under R.A. No. 9266, what document(s) must a person possess to legally use the title 'Architect' in the Philippines?
- A valid business permit issued by the local government unit (LGU).
- A Certificate of Completion from an accredited architecture school.
- Proof of membership in the Integrated and Accredited Professional Organization of Architects (IAPOA).
- A Certificate of Registration from the Board of Architecture and a Professional Identification Card. (correct)
According to R.A. No. 9266, what is the legal consequence for a foreign architect practicing architecture in the Philippines without proper authorization?
According to R.A. No. 9266, what is the legal consequence for a foreign architect practicing architecture in the Philippines without proper authorization?
- Criminal liability under R.A. No. 9266 and the IRR of the Architecture Act of 2004. (correct)
- Administrative warning and temporary suspension of practice.
- Deportation and a ban from re-entering the Philippines.
- Civil liability for damages caused by faulty design or construction.
What is the status of architects already registered when R.A. No. 9266 took effect, regarding their registration under the new law?
What is the status of architects already registered when R.A. No. 9266 took effect, regarding their registration under the new law?
- Their registration is automatically revoked, and they must cease practicing architecture.
- Their existing registration remains valid and has the same force and effect as if issued under R.A. No. 9266. (correct)
- They are required to re-apply for registration under the new law.
- They must undergo additional training and examination to comply with the new law.
Under what condition can a foreign citizen who is not a citizen of the Philippines apply to take the architecture licensure examination in the Philippines?
Under what condition can a foreign citizen who is not a citizen of the Philippines apply to take the architecture licensure examination in the Philippines?
What is the initial step a foreign citizen should take to pursue architecture licensure in the Philippines through reciprocity?
What is the initial step a foreign citizen should take to pursue architecture licensure in the Philippines through reciprocity?
What is the range of penalties for practicing or offering to practice architecture in the Philippines without proper registration or licensing, according to Section 29 of R.A. No. 9266?
What is the range of penalties for practicing or offering to practice architecture in the Philippines without proper registration or licensing, according to Section 29 of R.A. No. 9266?
According to Section 29, what penalties apply to heads of government agencies or officers of private entities who violate Section 7-sub-paragraph (L) of R.A. No. 8981?
According to Section 29, what penalties apply to heads of government agencies or officers of private entities who violate Section 7-sub-paragraph (L) of R.A. No. 8981?
According to Section 30, what is the penalty for forcing an architect to perform services without a written contract agreement?
According to Section 30, what is the penalty for forcing an architect to perform services without a written contract agreement?
According to Section 32, what does the signature and seal of the Architect-of-Record on architectural documents signify?
According to Section 32, what does the signature and seal of the Architect-of-Record on architectural documents signify?
According to Section 32, what information should be prominently displayed on architectural documents prepared by architectural firms?
According to Section 32, what information should be prominently displayed on architectural documents prepared by architectural firms?
According to Section 33, what is the status of architectural plans and specifications in terms of ownership?
According to Section 33, what is the status of architectural plans and specifications in terms of ownership?
What is required to legally duplicate drawings and specifications according to Section 33?
What is required to legally duplicate drawings and specifications according to Section 33?
What is the minimum percentage of registered and licensed architects required in the ownership, shareholders, members, etc. of an architectural firm, company, partnership, corporation or association?
What is the minimum percentage of registered and licensed architects required in the ownership, shareholders, members, etc. of an architectural firm, company, partnership, corporation or association?
According to Section 38, what is required of foreign nationals working in the Philippines under a temporary/special permit?
According to Section 38, what is required of foreign nationals working in the Philippines under a temporary/special permit?
According to Section 38, which entities are responsible for securing a special permit for a foreign professional authorized to practice in the Philippines?
According to Section 38, which entities are responsible for securing a special permit for a foreign professional authorized to practice in the Philippines?
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Architect Registration
Architect Registration
To practice architecture in the Philippines, one must have a Certificate of Registration and a Professional Identification Card from the Board.
Vested Rights
Vested Rights
Architects registered when R.A. No. 9266 was passed are automatically registered under the new law, maintaining the same force and effect.
Reciprocity Requirement
Reciprocity Requirement
A non-citizen can't take the architecture licensure exam unless their country allows Filipino citizens to be licensed as architects.
Practicing without License Penalties
Practicing without License Penalties
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Penalties for Gov. Violations
Penalties for Gov. Violations
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No Contract Agreement Penalties
No Contract Agreement Penalties
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Seal signifies liability
Seal signifies liability
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Ownership of Plans
Ownership of Plans
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Filipino Ownership
Filipino Ownership
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Filipino Counterpart
Filipino Counterpart
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Study Notes
Republic Act 9266
- Focuses on architecture licensure examination and related provisions
Section 25: Registration of Architects Required
- Only individuals with a Certificate of Registration and Professional Identification Card from the Board can use the title "Architect" and practice architecture.
- Foreign architects or unauthorized individuals who perform architectural activities in the Philippines related to building construction are considered to be engaged in unauthorized practice and are criminally liable under R.A. No. 9266.
Section 26: Vested Rights of Architects Registered When Law Passed
- Architects registered when the law took effect are automatically registered under its provisions.
- Certificates of Registration and Professional Identification Cards held by architects in good standing have the same legal force and effect as those issued after R.A. No. 9266.
Section 27: Reciprocity Requirements
- Non-Filipino citizens applying for the licensure examination must prove that their country allows Filipino citizens to be architects.
- Foreign citizens wanting to take architectural licensure exams must initiate reciprocity between their country/state and the Philippines.
- This involves submitting a formal document signed by an official from their country requesting reciprocity.
- The Chairman of the Board of Architecture can permit a foreign applicant to take the exam if Filipino citizens can take the licensure exam in the applicant's country/state and register as architects with strict equality.
Section 29: Prohibition in the Practice of Architecture and Penal Clause
- Practicing or offering to practice architecture in the Philippines without being registered/licensed or without holding the required permits is illegal.
- Violators face a fine between ₱100,000.00 and ₱5,000,000.00, imprisonment of six months to six years, or both, at the court's discretion.
- Heads of government agencies or private entities violating Section 7 – sub-paragraph (L) of R.A. No. 8981 face imprisonment from six months and one day to six years.
- A fine of ₱50,000.00 to ₱500,000.00, or both, may be given at the court's discretion.
Section 30: Prohibition in the Practice of Architecture
- Forcing an architect to perform services without a written contract is a misdemeanor.
- Upon conviction, violators are subject to a fine of at least ₱200,000.00 or imprisonment up to six years, or both, at the court's discretion.
Section 32: Signing and Sealing of Architectural Documents
- An Architect-of-record's signature, seal, PTR, PRC registration, IAPOA membership, and O.R. number on architectural documents signifies assumption of a fifteen (15) year civil liability under Article 1723 of the Civil Code.
- Architectural firms must prominently display their Board of Architecture Registry Number and SEC or DTI Registry Numbers on architectural documents.
Section 33: Ownership of Plans, Specifications, and Other Contract Documents
- Signed, stamped, or sealed drawings, specifications, and other contract documents are the architect's intellectual property.
- Duplicating or copying these documents for other projects without the architect's written consent is illegal.
- Architects should include this provision in all contract documents
Section 37: Limitation to the Registration of a Firm, Company, Partnership, Corporation, or Association
- Only registered and licensed Filipino architects under R.A. No. 9266 can form and register architectural firms, companies, partnerships, associations, or corporations/
- At least seventy-five percent (75%) of the owners, shareholders, members, incorporators, directors, and executive officers must be registered and licensed architects.
Section 38: Coverage of Temporary/Special Permits
- Foreign nationals must work with a Filipino counterpart and are responsible for Philippine public utilities and taxes.
- Agencies securing the services of foreign professionals must secure a special permit from the PRC and DOLE under their respective rules.
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Summary of Republic Act 9266, focusing on architect registration requirements, vested rights, and reciprocity for foreign architects. It covers who can use the title 'Architect' and the implications for unauthorized practice in the Philippines.
