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Business and Professions Code

Part 38 of 52 · provisions 7,401–7,600

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This part may be cited as the Real Estate Law. This section says chapter definitions apply only to this part, unless the text says otherwise. “Commissioner” means the Real Estate Commissioner. “Department” means the Department of Real Estate in the Business and Consumer Services Agency. This section says certain references like “bureau” and “Real Estate Division” mean the Department of Real Estate, and it states the section becomes operative on July 1, 2018.

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  1. 5442.5.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Landscaped Freeways [5440 - 5443.5] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. )

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    Section 5440.1 does not apply to an advertising display if it is used exclusively for certain listed purposes.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Landscaped Freeways [5440 - 5443.5] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## 5442.5. Section 5440.1 does not apply to any advertising display if the advertising display is used exclusively for any of the following purposes: (a) Directional and official signs and notices, including, but not be limited to, signs and notices pertaining to natural wonders or scenic and historical attractions that are otherwise required or authorized by law and conform to regulations adopted by the department. (b) Signs, displays, and devices advertising the sale or lease of real property upon which they are located. (c) Signs, displays, and devices, including, but not limited to, those that may be changed at reasonable intervals by electronic process or by remote control, advertising activities conducted on the property on which they are located. (d) Signs lawfully in existence on October 22, 1965, as determined by the department to be landmark signs, including signs on farm structures or natural surfaces, or of historic or artistic significance the preservation of which, in the opinion of the department, would be consistent with the purposes of this section, as determined by regulations adopted by the department. (e) Signs, displays, and devices advertising the distribution by nonprofit organizations of free coffee to individuals traveling on the interstate system or the primary system. For the purpose of this subdivision, the term “free coffee” means, coffee for which a donation may be made, but is not required. (Added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 991, Sec. 11. Effective January 1, 1994.)
  2. 5442.7.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Landscaped Freeways [5440 - 5443.5] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. )

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    Section 5440 does not apply to certain City of Richmond identifying structures used only for specified development-related purposes.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Landscaped Freeways [5440 - 5443.5] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## 5442.7. (a) Section 5440 does not apply to any freestanding identifying structure that is used exclusively to identify development projects, business centers, or associations located within the jurisdiction of, and sponsored by, the City of Richmond to support economic development activities. (b) A structure erected pursuant to subdivision (a) shall conform to all of the following conditions: (1) Not more than one identifying structure may be used by the City of Richmond and only if approved by that city by ordinance or resolution after a duly noticed public hearing regarding the structure. (2) Placement of the structure shall not require the immediate trimming, pruning, topping, or removal of existing trees to provide visibility to the structure, unless done as part of the normal landscape maintenance activities that would have been undertaken without regard to the placement of the structure. (3) The structure shall be generic only and shall not identify any specific business. (4) No public funds may be expended to pay for the costs of the structure. (5) The structure shall not cause a reduction in federal aid highway funds as provided in Section 131 of Title 23 of the United States Code. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 644, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  3. 5442.8.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Landscaped Freeways [5440 - 5443.5] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. )

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    Section 5440 does not apply to certain Costa Mesa-related advertising displays if the listed conditions are met.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Landscaped Freeways [5440 - 5443.5] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## 5442.8. Section 5440 does not apply to any advertising structure or sign if the advertising display is used exclusively to identify development projects, business centers, or associations located within the jurisdiction of, or sponsored by, the City of Costa Mesa to support economic development activities, if all of the following conditions are met: (a) No other display is used by the city pursuant to this section. (b) The governing body of the city has authorized placement of the display by an ordinance or resolution adopted following a duly noticed public hearing regarding the display. (c) Placement of the display will not necessitate the immediate trimming, pruning, topping, or removal of existing trees in order to make the display visible or to improve its visibility, unless done as part of the normal landscape maintenance activities that would have been undertaken without regard to the placement of the display. (d) The display does not cause a reduction in federal aid highway funds, as provided in Section 131 of Title 23 of the United States Code. (Added by Stats. 1996, Ch. 117, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 1997.)
  4. 5442.9.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Landscaped Freeways [5440 - 5443.5] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. )

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    A qualifying city may erect a nonconforming display if it meets specific property, location, funding, traffic, and content conditions.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Landscaped Freeways [5440 - 5443.5] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## 5442.9. (a) Notwithstanding Section 5440, a city described in subdivision (b) may erect a nonconforming display if all of the following apply: (1) The display is placed on property that the city has owned since before January 1, 1995. (2) Not more than one additional display is added to the number of signs within the city that do not conform to this article as of January 1, 2000. (3) The display is located within the boundaries of the city. (4) Placement or maintenance of the display does not require the immediate trimming, pruning, topping, or removal of existing trees to provide visibility to the display, unless done as part of the normal landscape maintenance activities that would have been undertaken without regard to the placement or maintenance of the display. (5) No public funds are required to be expended to pay for the costs of the display. (6) The display does not impose additional liability on the Department of Transportation. (7) The display does not cause a reduction in federal aid highway funds, as provided in Section 131 of Title 23 of the United States Code. (8) All proceeds received by a participating city by allowing the erection of the nonconforming display are expended by the city solely for parks and programs for at-risk youth. (9) The display does not advertise products or services which are directed at an adult population, including, but not limited to, alcohol, tobacco, and gambling activities. (b) For purposes of this section, city is any city that meets all of the following conditions: (1) The city’s population is 17,000 persons or less. (2) The city’s annual budget is less than eight million dollars ($8,000,000). (3) The city’s geographical area is less than 1.7 square miles. (4) The city is located in an urbanized county containing a population of 6,000,000 or more persons. (Added by Stats. 1999, Ch. 280, Sec. 3. Effective January 1, 2000.)
  5. 5443.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Landscaped Freeways [5440 - 5443.5] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. )

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    This section says the article does not stop cities, counties, local entities, or the department from taking certain sign-zoning and relocation actions, and it requires permits and Article 6/7 compliance for relocated or converted displays.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Landscaped Freeways [5440 - 5443.5] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## 5443. Nothing in this article prohibits any of the following: (a) Any city, county, or city and county from designating the districts or zones in which advertising displays may be placed or prohibited as part of a city, county, or city and county land use or zoning ordinance. (b) (1) Any local governmental entity from entering into a relocation agreement for any purpose, including, but not limited to, those purposes provided in Section 5412, or the department from allowing any lawfully erected display to be increased in height at its permitted location or to be relocated provided the height increase or relocation would not cause a reduction in federal aid highway funds as provided in Section 131 of Title 23 of the United States Code or an increase in the number of displays within the state that does not conform to this article. Any increase in height permitted under this subdivision shall not be more than that necessary to restore the visibility of the display to the main-traveled way. Relocated displays may be placed in the same or a different city, county, or city and county, and relocation agreements shall be entered into between the sign and permit owner and the local governmental entity. An advertising display relocated pursuant to this paragraph shall be deemed a placement requiring a new permit and shall comply with all of the provisions of Article 6 (commencing with Section 5350) and Article 7 (commencing with Section 5400). A relocated display shall not result in a net increase of the number of displays adjacent to landscaped freeway segments statewide. (2) A relocated advertising display may be converted to or replaced with a message center pursuant to a relocation agreement for any purpose, including, but not limited to, the purposes provided pursuant to Section 5412. The department shall issue a permit, without any additional consideration, for any display that is being placed pursuant to a relocation agreement with another governmental entity if the relocated display conforms with the provisions of this section. An advertising display converted or replaced with a message center pursuant to this paragraph shall be deemed a placement requiring a new permit and shall comply with all the provisions of Article 6 (commencing with Section 5350) and Article 7 (commencing with Section 5400). (Amended by Stats. 2023, Ch. 590, Sec. 1. (AB 1673) Effective January 1, 2024.)
  6. 5443.1.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Landscaped Freeways [5440 - 5443.5] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. )

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    The department must allow certain lawful displays to be converted to or replaced with a message center if that change does not reduce federal highway aid or increase nonconforming displays.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Landscaped Freeways [5440 - 5443.5] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## 5443.1. The department shall allow any lawfully erected display to be converted to or replaced with a message center at its permitted location provided the conversion or replacement would not cause a reduction in federal aid highway funds as provided in Section 131 of Title 23 of the United States Code or an increase in the number of displays within the state that does not conform to this article. An advertising display converted or replaced with a message center pursuant to this section shall be deemed a placement requiring a new permit and shall comply with all of the provisions of Article 6 (commencing with Section 5350) and Article 7 (commencing with Section 5400). (Added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 590, Sec. 2. (AB 1673) Effective January 1, 2024.)
  7. 5443.5.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Landscaped Freeways [5440 - 5443.5] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. )

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    The Department of Transportation may allow a legally permitted display to be relocated from property being acquired for public use, if the required approvals are obtained and the relocation would not reduce federal-aid highway funds or increase nonconforming displays.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 8. Landscaped Freeways [5440 - 5443.5] ( Article 8 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## 5443.5. Nothing in this article prohibits the Department of Transportation from allowing any legally permitted display situated on property being acquired for a public use to be relocated, subject to the approval of the public agency acquiring the property and the approval of the jurisdiction in which the display will be relocated, so long as the action of the department in allowing the relocation of the display would not cause a reduction in federal-aid highway funds, as provided in Section 131 of Title 23 of the United States Code, or an increase in the number of displays which do not conform to this article within the jurisdiction of a governmental entity. (Amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 473, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 1998.)
  8. 5460.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Crimes and Penalties [5460 - 5466] ( Article 9 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. )

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    A person may not place or keep an advertising display on property unless the owner or lessee has given lawful permission.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Crimes and Penalties [5460 - 5466] ( Article 9 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## 5460. It is unlawful for any person to place or cause to be placed, or to maintain or cause to be maintained any advertising display without the lawful permission of the owner or lessee of the property upon which the advertising display is located. (Added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991.)
  9. 5461.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Crimes and Penalties [5460 - 5466] ( Article 9 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. )

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    Advertising displays that violate this chapter are public nuisances and may be removed by a public employee.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Crimes and Penalties [5460 - 5466] ( Article 9 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## 5461. All advertising displays which are placed or which exist in violation of the provisions of this chapter are public nuisances and may be removed by any public employee as further provided in this chapter. (Added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991.)
  10. 5463.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Crimes and Penalties [5460 - 5466] ( Article 9 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. )

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    The director may revoke licenses or permits and remove or destroy unlawful advertising displays, with notice in some cases and immediate action allowed for temporary displays.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Crimes and Penalties [5460 - 5466] ( Article 9 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## 5463. The director may revoke any license or permit for the failure to comply with this chapter and may remove and destroy any advertising display placed or maintained in violation of this chapter after 30 days’ written notice is forwarded by mail to the permitholder at his or her last known address. If no permit has been issued, a copy of the notice shall be forwarded by mail to the display owner, property owner, or advertiser at his or her last known address. Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter, the director or any authorized employee may summarily and without notice remove and destroy any advertising display placed in violation of this chapter which is temporary in nature because of the materials of which it is constructed or because of the nature of the copy thereon. For the purpose of removing or destroying any advertising display placed in violation of this chapter, the director or the director’s authorized agent may enter upon private property. (Amended by Stats. 2003, Ch. 594, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2004.)
  11. 5464.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Crimes and Penalties [5460 - 5466] ( Article 9 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. )

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    A principal, agent, or employee who violates this chapter commits a misdemeanor.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Crimes and Penalties [5460 - 5466] ( Article 9 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## 5464. Every person as principal, agent or employee, violating any of the provisions of this chapter is guilty of a misdemeanor. (Added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991.)
  12. 5465.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Crimes and Penalties [5460 - 5466] ( Article 9 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. )

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    Remedies for removing illegal advertising displays are cumulative and do not replace other legal remedies.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Crimes and Penalties [5460 - 5466] ( Article 9 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## 5465. The remedies provided in this chapter for the removal of illegal advertising displays are cumulative and not exclusive of any other remedies provided by law. (Added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991.)
  13. 5466.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Crimes and Penalties [5460 - 5466] ( Article 9 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. )

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    Private parties generally cannot sue over an advertising display that was already in place on August 12, 2004 and has stayed in the same location for five years; there is an exception for illegally modified displays, and the section does not limit governmental actions.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 9. Crimes and Penalties [5460 - 5466] ( Article 9 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## 5466. (a) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, as to an advertising display in place as of August 12, 2004, a cause of action for the erection or maintenance of an advertising display that violates this chapter or the laws of a local governmental entity shall not be brought by a private party against an advertising display that has been in continuous existence in its current location for a period of five years. However, if the advertising display has been illegally modified, the cause of action for the illegal modification may be brought by a private party if it is filed within five years of the date the modification was made. (b) This section shall not apply to a cause of action brought by a governmental entity that is based on the erection or maintenance of an advertising display that violates this chapter or the laws of the governmental entity. (Added by Stats. 2004, Ch. 529, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2005.)
  14. 5480.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Revenue [5480 - 5486] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. )

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    Chapter license and permit fees replace all other state and local license and permit fees for this outdoor advertising activity.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Revenue [5480 - 5486] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## 5480. The fees for licenses and permits prescribed by this chapter are in lieu of all other license and permit fees required by the laws of the state or of any political subdivision thereof for the privilege of engaging in the outdoor advertising business or placing advertising display within view of the public highways in unincorporated areas. (Added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991.)
  15. 5481.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Revenue [5480 - 5486] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. )

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    The director and authorized agents must deposit collected license, permit, application, renewal fees, and fines into the State Highway Account, and the director must account for those amounts as required by law.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Revenue [5480 - 5486] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## 5481. All license, permit, application, and renewal fees, and all fines, collected by the director and his or her authorized agents in accordance with this chapter shall be deposited in the State Highway Account in the State Transportation Fund, except that 20 percent of all fees and fines collected by county clerks appointed by the director shall be retained by the county in which the fees are collected. All money received by the state from the United States pursuant to subsection (c) of Section 131 of Title 23 of the United States Code shall be deposited in the same account. All fees and fines shall be accounted for by the director in the manner provided by law. (Amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 152, Sec. 5. Effective January 1, 1998.)
  16. 5482.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Revenue [5480 - 5486] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. )

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    A display owner who leaves a violating advertising display in place after it is removed and destroyed must pay the director a fine equal to the removal and destruction costs.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Revenue [5480 - 5486] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## 5482. Any display owner who does not remove an advertising display that is placed or maintained in violation of this chapter and is removed and destroyed by the director or any authorized employee pursuant to Section 5463, shall pay to the director a fine in an amount equivalent to any costs related to that removal and destruction. (Repealed and added by Stats. 1997, Ch. 152, Sec. 7. Effective January 1, 1998.)
  17. 5483.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Revenue [5480 - 5486] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. )

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    The director controls the expense of administering this chapter, and certain Highway Account money may be used for administration and enforcement when the Legislature appropriates it or when it is made available under Government Code Section 13322.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Revenue [5480 - 5486] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## 5483. The expense of administering this chapter is under the control of the director. Money in the State Highway Account in the State Transportation Fund shall be available for the administration and enforcement of this chapter upon appropriation by the Legislature or when made available pursuant to Section 13322 of the Government Code. (Amended by Stats. 1977, Ch. 1106.)
  18. 5484.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Revenue [5480 - 5486] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. )

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    License fees are set at $250 for applicants with 6 or fewer sign or structure permits, and $500 for applicants with 7 or more permits; if the applicant previously operated outdoor advertising without a valid license, the first later license costs $600, including a $100 penalty.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Revenue [5480 - 5486] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## 5484. (a) The license fee is two hundred fifty dollars ($250) for an original license and for each annual renewal thereof for any applicant maintaining six or less sign or structure permits, or both, except where the applicant has engaged in the business of outdoor advertising without a valid, unrevoked and unexpired license, the fee for any issuance of the first license thereafter is three hundred fifty dollars ($350), one hundred dollars ($100) of which is the penalty. (b) The license fee is five hundred dollars ($500) for an original license and for each annual renewal for any applicant maintaining seven or more sign or structure permits, or both, except where the applicant has engaged in the business of outdoor advertising without a valid, unrevoked and unexpired license, the fee for any issuance of the first license thereafter is six hundred dollars ($600), one hundred dollars ($100) of which is the penalty. (Amended by Stats. 1991, Ch. 524, Sec. 1.)
  19. 5485.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Revenue [5480 - 5486] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. )

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    The director sets the annual permit fee for each advertising display, subject to a $100 cap and cost-based limits. Unpermitted displays can trigger fixed penalties, daily penalties, disgorgement of gross revenues, and enforcement-cost requests.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Revenue [5480 - 5486] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## 5485. (a) (1) The annual permit fee for each advertising display shall be set by the director. (2) The fee shall not exceed the amount reasonably necessary to recover the cost of providing the service or enforcing the regulations for which the fee is charged, but in no event shall the fee exceed one hundred dollars ($100). This maximum fee shall be increased in the 2007–08 fiscal year and in the 2012–13 fiscal year by an amount equal to the increase in the California Consumer Price Index. (3) The fee may reflect the department’s average cost, including the indirect costs, of providing the service or enforcing the regulations. (b) If a display is placed or maintained without a valid, unrevoked, and unexpired permit, the following penalties shall be assessed: (1) If the advertising display is placed or maintained in a location that conforms to the provisions of this chapter, a penalty of one hundred dollars ($100) shall be assessed. (2) If the advertising display is placed or maintained in a location that does not conform to the provisions of this chapter or local ordinances, and is not removed within thirty days of written notice from the department or the city or the county with land use jurisdiction over the property upon which the advertising display is located, a penalty of ten thousand dollars ($10,000) plus one hundred dollars ($100) for each day the advertising display is placed or maintained after the department sends written notice shall be assessed. (c) In addition to the penalties set forth in subdivision (b), the gross revenues from the unauthorized advertising display that are received by, or owed to, the applicant and a person working in concert with the applicant shall be disgorged. (d) The department or a city or a county within the location upon which the advertising is located may enforce the provisions of this section. (e) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, if an action results in the successful enforcement of this section, the department may request the court to award the department its enforcement costs, including, but not limited to, its reasonable attorneys’ fees for pursuing the action. (f) It is the intent of the Legislature in enacting this section to strengthen the ability of local governments to enforce zoning ordinances governing advertising displays. (Repealed and added by Stats. 2002, Ch. 972, Sec. 5. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  20. 5486.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Revenue [5480 - 5486] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. )

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    An application for an original permit to place an advertising structure must include a $300 fee, and the department keeps that fee whether or not the permit is issued.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2. Advertisers [5200 - 5486] ( Chapter 2 repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## ARTICLE 10. Revenue [5480 - 5486] ( Article 10 added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991. ) ## 5486. In addition to the fees set forth in Section 5485, no application for an original permit to place an advertising structure shall be accepted by the department unless it is also accompanied by an application fee of three hundred dollars ($300). The application fee shall be retained by the department whether or not a permit is issued. An applicant may request a preliminary determination as to whether a proposed structure and location would be legally eligible for a state permit upon submission of a fee of two hundred dollars ($200), one hundred dollars ($100) of which shall be credited toward an application fee for an original permit at this location if a permit is applied for within one year of the response to the request for preliminary determination. (Amended by Stats. 1991, Ch. 524, Sec. 3.)
  21. 5490.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.5. On-Premises Advertising Displays [5490 - 5499] ( Chapter 2.5 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1. )

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    This section applies only to lawfully erected on-premises advertising displays and defines several related terms and exceptions.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.5. On-Premises Advertising Displays [5490 - 5499] ( Chapter 2.5 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1. ) ## 5490. (a) This chapter applies only to lawfully erected on-premises advertising displays. (b) As used in this chapter, “on-premises advertising displays” means any structure, housing, sign, device, figure, statuary, painting, display, message placard, or other contrivance, or any part thereof, that has been designed, constructed, created, intended, or engineered to have a useful life of 15 years or more, and intended or used to advertise, or to provide data or information in the nature of advertising, for any of the following purposes: (1) To designate, identify, or indicate the name or business of the owner or occupant of the premises upon which the advertising display is located. (2) To advertise the business conducted, services available or rendered, or the goods produced, sold, or available for sale, upon the property where the advertising display has been lawfully erected. (c) As used in this chapter, “introduced or adopted prior to March 12, 1983,” means an ordinance or other regulation of a city or county which was officially presented before, formally read and announced by, or adopted by the legislative body prior to March 12, 1983. (d) This chapter does not apply to advertising displays used exclusively for outdoor advertising pursuant to the Outdoor Advertising Act (Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 5200)). (e) As used in this chapter, illegal advertising displays do not include legally erected, but nonconforming, displays for which the applicable amortization period has not expired. (f) As used in this chapter, “abandoned advertising display” means any display remaining in place or not maintained for a period of 90 days which no longer advertises or identifies an ongoing business, product, or service available on the business premise where the display is located. (g) (1) For the purpose of this chapter, an on-premises advertising display that is located within the boundaries of a development project, as defined by Section 65928 of the Government Code, that identifies the name of the development project, its business logo, or the goods, wares, and services existing or available within the development project, shall continue to be deemed an on-premise advertising display regardless of any of the following occurrences: (A) The creation or construction, in or about the project, of a common parking area, driveway, thruway, alley, passway, public or private street, roadway, overpass, divider, connector, or easement intended for ingress or egress, regardless of where or when created or constructed, and whether or not created or constructed by the project developer or its successor, or by reason of government regulation or condition. (B) The sale, transfer, or conveyance of an individual lot, parcel, or parcels less than the whole, within the development project. (C) The sale, transfer, conveyance, or change of name or identification of a business within the development project. (D) The subdivision of the parcel that includes the development project in accordance with the Subdivision Map Act (Division 2 (commencing with Section 66410) of Title 7 of the Government Code). (2) This subdivision shall not be applicable in any case in which its application would result in a loss of federal highway funds by the State of California. (3) This subdivision applies to all counties and general law or charter cities. (Amended (as amended by Stats. 1996, Ch. 495) by Stats. 1997, Ch. 471, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 1998. Note: Sec. 3 of Ch. 471 repealed Sec. 3 of Stats. 1996, Ch. 495, which otherwise would have repealed, on January 1, 1999, the amendment of this section by Sec. 2 of Ch. 495.)
  22. 5490.5.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.5. On-Premises Advertising Displays [5490 - 5499] ( Chapter 2.5 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1. )

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    A “message center” is a display that changes its message more often than every two minutes but no more often than every four seconds.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.5. On-Premises Advertising Displays [5490 - 5499] ( Chapter 2.5 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1. ) ## 5490.5. (a) For purposes of this chapter, “message center” is an advertising display where the message is changed more than once every two minutes, but no more than once every four seconds. (b) On-premise message centers visible to traffic from any interstate or primary highway shall meet all of the following requirements: (1) The display may not include any message that is in motion or appears to be in motion. (2) The display may not change the intensity of illumination. (3) The display may not change the message more than once every four seconds. (Added by Stats. 2000, Ch. 787, Sec. 12. Effective January 1, 2001.)
  23. 5491.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.5. On-Premises Advertising Displays [5490 - 5499] ( Chapter 2.5 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1. )

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    Qualifying on-premises advertising displays cannot be forced to be removed or abated, and their usual maintenance, use, or repair cannot be restricted, unless fair and just compensation is paid.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.5. On-Premises Advertising Displays [5490 - 5499] ( Chapter 2.5 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1. ) ## 5491. Notwithstanding any provision of Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 5200), except as provided in this chapter, no on-premises advertising display which is used for any of the purposes set forth and conforming to Section 5490 shall be compelled to be removed or abated, and its customary maintenance, use, or repair shall not be limited, whether or not removal or limitation is required because of any ordinance or regulation of any city or county, without the payment of fair and just compensation. (Added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1.)
  24. 5491.1.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.5. On-Premises Advertising Displays [5490 - 5499] ( Chapter 2.5 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1. )

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    Cities and counties that adopt or amend stricter on-premises advertising display rules must add an inventory process for illegal or abandoned displays and follow timing and hearing requirements.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.5. On-Premises Advertising Displays [5490 - 5499] ( Chapter 2.5 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1. ) ## 5491.1. (a) Any city or county adopting or amending any ordinance or regulation that regulates or prohibits the use of any on-premises advertising display that is more restrictive than existing law, shall include provisions in that ordinance or regulation for the identification and inventorying of all displays within its territorial limits that are determined to be illegal or abandoned pursuant to the law that is in effect prior to the adoption of, or amendment to, the ordinance or regulation. (b) The required identification and inventory shall commence not later than 120 days from the date on which the ordinance or regulation is adopted or amended and shall be completed in a timely manner. The population of the city or county, as determined by the most recent federal census, the number of on-premise advertising displays located within the city or county, and other relevant factors may serve as a guide for the purposes of determining what constitutes “a timely manner” for the purposes of this subdivision. (c) (1) Upon the completion of the required identification and inventory, the city or county shall consider, at a public hearing with opportunity for public comment, whether there is a need for the ordinance or regulation described in subdivision (a) to take effect. (2) (A) Any applicable amortization schedule for the ordinance or regulation adopted or amended pursuant to this section shall not expire until at least six months after the date on which the city or county confirms, pursuant to paragraph (1), that there is a continuing need for that ordinance or regulation to take effect, unless the amortization period specified in the ordinance is for a longer term, in which case the remaining term shall apply. (B) Until the city or county provides, pursuant to paragraph (1), that there is a continuing need for the ordinance or regulation to take effect, the new ordinance shall not apply to a change of copy, change of color, maintenance, or repair made to a sign which conformed to the prior ordinance unless those changes, maintenance, or repairs involve a change in location or structure of the sign. (d) An identification and inventory is not required if a city or county has undertaken and completed an identification and inventory of illegal or abandoned displays not more than three years prior to the date on which the ordinance or regulation described in subdivision (a) is adopted or amended. (e) This section does not apply if a city or county adopts or amends an ordinance or regulation that regulates only new on-premises advertising displays. For the purposes of this section, a “new on-premises advertising display” means a display whose structure or housing has not been permanently affixed to its intended premise on the date on which the ordinance or regulation is adopted. (Repealed and added by Stats. 1996, Ch. 1150, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 1997.)
  25. 5491.2.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.5. On-Premises Advertising Displays [5490 - 5499] ( Chapter 2.5 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1. )

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    A city or county may charge reasonable fees to owners or lessees of on-premises business advertising displays to cover its inventorying and identification costs, and may exempt certain farm-related display owners if specific conditions are met.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.5. On-Premises Advertising Displays [5490 - 5499] ( Chapter 2.5 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1. ) ## 5491.2. (a) A city or county may impose reasonable fees upon all owners or lessees of on-premises business advertising displays for the purpose of covering its actual cost of inventorying and identifying illegal or abandoned advertising displays which are within its jurisdiction. A city or county may exempt from the payment of these fees the owner of a display identifying an achievement award, the name of a farm, or the name of a business for which the farm produces, if the display is located on an operating farm within an agricultural preserve established pursuant to the Williamson Act (Chapter 7 (commencing with Section 51200) of Part 1 of Division 1 of Title 5 of the Government Code), and if the city or county finds that the exemption will further the purposes of the agricultural preserve. (b) The actual cost to the city or county may be fixed upon a determination of the total estimated reasonable cost. The amount of that cost and the fee to be charged is exclusively within the discretion of the city or county. (Amended by Stats. 1990, Ch. 215, Sec. 1.)
  26. 5492.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.5. On-Premises Advertising Displays [5490 - 5499] ( Chapter 2.5 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1. )

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    This section says fair and just compensation is presumed when the fair market value of the on-premises advertising display is paid after notice to conform or remove it.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.5. On-Premises Advertising Displays [5490 - 5499] ( Chapter 2.5 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1. ) ## 5492. For purposes of compliance with Section 5491, fair and just compensation is presumed to be paid upon the payment of the fair market value of the on-premises advertising display as of the date written notice is given to the owner of the display requiring conformance or removal thereof. Fair market value consists of the actual cost of removal for the display, the actual cost to repair any damage caused to the real property or improvements thereon as a result of the removal of the display, and the actual cost to duplicate the advertising display required to be removed as of the date written notice requiring removal for nonconformance is given to the owner by the governmental body requiring conformance or removal. (Added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1.)
  27. 5493.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.5. On-Premises Advertising Displays [5490 - 5499] ( Chapter 2.5 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1. )

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    A city or county may use replacement cost as one way to pay fair and just compensation for an on-premises advertising display, but compensation must be paid before the display is removed.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.5. On-Premises Advertising Displays [5490 - 5499] ( Chapter 2.5 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1. ) ## 5493. (a) As an alternative to payment of fair and just compensation under Section 5492, a city or county may pay fair and just compensation to the owner of the on-premises advertising display by paying the actual replacement cost to the owner for an on-premises advertising display which shall conform with the laws in effect that are applicable to the owner’s business premises, and shall include, as part of the actual replacement cost, the actual cost for removal of the nonconforming on-premises advertising display and the actual cost of the repair to the real property caused by the removal of the display. (b) The sum payable as fair and just compensation to the owner of any on-premises advertising display shall be the greater of the two methods provided in subdivision (a) of this section or Section 5492 as the basis for fair and just compensation. In any event, before any on-premises advertising display is required to be removed, the fair and just compensation required by subdivision (a) of this section or Section 5492 shall be paid. (Added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1.)
  28. 5494.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.5. On-Premises Advertising Displays [5490 - 5499] ( Chapter 2.5 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1. )

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    This section limits when older city or county advertising-display ordinances are subject to Section 5491 and sets rules for annexed property, amended ordinances, and reenactment.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.5. On-Premises Advertising Displays [5490 - 5499] ( Chapter 2.5 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1. ) ## 5494. The ordinances and regulations of any city or county, introduced or adopted prior to March 12, 1983, which have provided for amortization, and which make nonconforming any lawfully in place erected on-premises advertising displays, shall not be subject to Section 5491. (a) All on-premises advertising displays which become nonconforming as a result of any such ordinance or regulation are presumed illegal once the amortization period provided by the ordinance or regulation rendering them nonconforming has lapsed and conformance has not been accomplished. (b) If property containing on-premises advertising displays is annexed to a city or county which introduced or adopted, prior to March 12, 1983, an ordinance regulating on-premises advertising displays, the city or county may apply its ordinance or regulation to the annexed property, and the display shall be deemed illegal upon expiration of any applicable amortization provided by such ordinance or regulation. The amortization period is deemed to commence in such event upon the date of annexation. (c) When amortization has not been provided in any applicable preexisting ordinance, annexed nonconforming displays ordered to conform to ordinances or regulations of any city or county shall be subject to the requirements of Section 5491. (d) Amendments or modifications to ordinances or regulations of any city or county adopted prior to March 12, 1983, including amendments which require removal of additional displays or displays which had previously been made conforming, shall be subject to the requirements of Section 5491 if such amendment or modification makes the ordinance being amended or modified more restrictive or prohibitive. (e) Ordinances or regulations of any city or county introduced or adopted prior to March 12, 1983, which have terminated or will terminate, may be reenacted and are not subject to Section 5491 if reenacted within 12 months of their termination, and if upon reenactment they are not made more restrictive or prohibitive than the preexisting ordinance or regulation. (Repealed and added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 513, Sec. 4.)
  29. 5495.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.5. On-Premises Advertising Displays [5490 - 5499] ( Chapter 2.5 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1. )

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    A city or county may require removal without compensation of qualifying on-premise advertising displays if the local ordinances were adopted after March 12, 1983 and the display meets the listed location, zoning, and 15-year conditions.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.5. On-Premises Advertising Displays [5490 - 5499] ( Chapter 2.5 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1. ) ## 5495. A city or county whose ordinances or regulations are introduced or adopted after March 12, 1983, and any amendments or modifications to those ordinances and regulations, are not in violation of Section 5491 if the entity elects to require the removal without compensation of any on-premise advertising display which meets all of the following requirements: (a) The display is located within an area shown as residential or agricultural on a local general plan as of the date the display was lawfully erected. (b) The display is located within an area zoned for residential or agricultural use on the date the display was lawfully erected. (c) The display is not required to be removed because of an overlay zone, combining zone, special sign zone, or any other special zoning district whose primary purpose is the removal or control of advertising displays. (d) The display is allowed to remain in existence after March 12, 1983, for a period of 15 years from the date of adoption of the ordinance or regulation. For purposes of this section, every sign has a useful life of 15 years. Fair and just compensation for signs required to be removed during the 15-year period and before the amortization period has lapsed shall be entitled to fair and just compensation which is equal to 1/15 of the duplication cost of construction of the display being removed multiplied by the number of years of useful life remaining for the sign as determined by this section. (Added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1.)
  30. 5495.5.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.5. On-Premises Advertising Displays [5490 - 5499] ( Chapter 2.5 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1. )

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    A city or county may avoid violating Section 5491 for certain post-1983 ordinance changes if specific limits and amortization requirements are met.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.5. On-Premises Advertising Displays [5490 - 5499] ( Chapter 2.5 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1. ) ## 5495.5. A city or county with an ordinance or regulation introduced or adopted prior to March 12, 1983, which is applicable to designated areas within the city or county less than the entire city or county is not in violation of Section 5491 for an ordinance or regulation introduced or adopted on or after March 12, 1983, even though it requires removal of on-premises advertising displays in additional portions of the city or county, if the city or county adopts not more than two such ordinances or regulations on or after March 12, 1983, and if the total effect of the ordinance, or regulation is to apply to less than the entire city or county, and such new ordinance or regulation provides reasonable amortization for conformance. “Reasonable amortization,” for purposes of this section, shall not be less than 15 years from the date each such ordinance or regulation was adopted. If these conditions are not met, the city or county is subject to Section 5491 with respect to all those ordinances and regulations. (Repealed and added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 513, Sec. 6.)
  31. 5496.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.5. On-Premises Advertising Displays [5490 - 5499] ( Chapter 2.5 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1. )

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    A city or county that is otherwise compliant with Section 5491 is not in violation if it chooses to deactivate flashing or rotating features on an on-premises advertising display, unless the feature has historical significance.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.5. On-Premises Advertising Displays [5490 - 5499] ( Chapter 2.5 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1. ) ## 5496. A city or county, whose ordinances or regulations are otherwise in full compliance with Section 5491 is not in violation of that section if it elects to deactivate, without compensation, any flashing or rotating features of the on-premises advertising display, unless the flashing or rotating feature of the display has historical significance. (Added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1.)
  32. 5497.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.5. On-Premises Advertising Displays [5490 - 5499] ( Chapter 2.5 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1. )

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    A city or county may require removal without compensation of certain on-premise advertising displays if they meet listed conditions.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.5. On-Premises Advertising Displays [5490 - 5499] ( Chapter 2.5 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1. ) ## 5497. A city or county, whose ordinances or regulations were introduced or adopted after March 12, 1983, or any amendments to those ordinances and regulations, is not in violation of Section 5491 if it elects to require the removal, without compensation, of any on-premise advertising display which meets any of the following criteria: (a) Any advertising display erected without first complying with all ordinances and regulations in effect at the time of its construction and erection or use. (b) Any advertising display which was lawfully erected anywhere in this state, but whose use has ceased, or the structure upon which the display has been abandoned by its owner, for a period of not less than 90 days. Costs incurred in removing an abandoned display may be charged to the legal owner. (c) Any advertising display which has been more than 50 percent destroyed, and the destruction is other than facial copy replacement, and the display cannot be repaired within 30 days of the date of its destruction. (d) Any advertising display whose owner, outside of a change of copy, requests permission to remodel and remodels that advertising display, or expand or enlarge the building or land use upon which the advertising display is located, and the display is affected by the construction, enlargement, or remodeling, or the cost of construction, enlargement, or remodeling of the advertising display exceeds 50 percent of the cost of reconstruction of the building. (e) Any advertising display whose owner seeks relocation thereof and relocates the advertising display. (f) Any advertising display for which there has been an agreement between the advertising display owner and the city or county, for its removal as of any given date. (g) Any advertising display which is temporary. (h) Any advertising display which is or may become a danger to the public or is unsafe. (i) Any advertising display which constitutes a traffic hazard not created by relocation of streets or highways or by acts of any city or county. (j) Ordinances adopted by a city within three years of its incorporation, which incorporation occurs after March 12, 1982, shall not be subject to Section 5491 except as provided by Section 5494. (k) Notwithstanding subdivision (j), for any city or county incorporated after January 1, 1989, an ordinance initially adopted within three years of incorporation, or any amendment thereto within that three-year period, may require removal without compensation, except that no removal without compensation may be required within 15 years from the effective date of that ordinance or amendment. (Amended by Stats. 1988, Ch. 991, Sec. 1.)
  33. 5498.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.5. On-Premises Advertising Displays [5490 - 5499] ( Chapter 2.5 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1. )

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    Sections 5491 and 5495 do not apply to certain redevelopment, planned commercial, and historic areas. The section also defines “planned commercial districts.”

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.5. On-Premises Advertising Displays [5490 - 5499] ( Chapter 2.5 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1. ) ## 5498. (a) Sections 5491 and 5495 do not apply to redevelopment project areas created pursuant to the Community Redevelopment Law (Part 1 (commencing with Section 33000) of Division 24 of the Health and Safety Code), planned commercial districts, or to areas listed or eligible for listing on the National Register of Historical Places, or areas registered by the Department of Parks and Recreation as a state historical landmark or point of historical interest pursuant to Section 5021 of the Public Resources Code, or areas created as historic zones or individually designated properties by a city or county, pursuant to Article 12 (commencing with Section 50280) of Chapter 1 of Division 1 of Title 5 of the Government Code. (b) As used in this section, “planned commercial districts” means areas subject to binding agreements, including, but not limited to, conditions, covenants, restrictions, which do all of the following: (1) Affect on-premise advertising displays. (2) Are at least as restrictive as any ordinance of a city or county, which affects on-premise advertising displays at the time the agreement was entered into. (3) Contain a binding financing commitment sufficient to carry out the agreements. (Added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1.)
  34. 5498.1.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.5. On-Premises Advertising Displays [5490 - 5499] ( Chapter 2.5 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1. )

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    A city or county may not deny, refuse to issue, or condition a business license or permit for a new on-premises advertising display based on actions taken regarding another display on the same property, if the listed conditions are met.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.5. On-Premises Advertising Displays [5490 - 5499] ( Chapter 2.5 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1. ) ## 5498.1. A city or county may not deny, refuse to issue, or condition the issuance of a business license or a permit to construct a new legal on-premises advertising display upon the removal, conformance, repair, modification, or abatement of any other on-premises advertising display on the same real property where the business is to be or has been maintained if both of the following apply: (a) The other display is located within the same commercial complex which is zoned for commercial occupancy or use, but at a different business location from that for which the permit or license is sought. (b) The other display is not owned or controlled by the permit applicant, and the permit applicant is not the agent of the person who owns or controls the other display. (Added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 4.)
  35. 5498.2.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.5. On-Premises Advertising Displays [5490 - 5499] ( Chapter 2.5 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1. )

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    A city or county may not refuse, deny, or condition a permit for modifying or altering certain nonconforming on-premises advertising displays during the amortization period when ownership changes, if the change does not involve a structural change.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.5. On-Premises Advertising Displays [5490 - 5499] ( Chapter 2.5 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1. ) ## 5498.2. (a) During the amortization period for a nonconforming legally in place on-premises advertising display’s continued use, a city or county may not deny, refuse to issue, or condition the issuance of a permit for modification or alteration to the display upon change of ownership of any existing business if the modification or alteration does not include a structural change in the display. (b) Subdivision (a) of this section does not apply to any ordinance introduced or adopted prior to March 12, 1983, or adopted pursuant to subdivision (j) of Section 5497, if the ordinance contains no specific amortization schedule, but instead requires conformity upon change of ownership. (Added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 5.)
  36. 5499.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.5. On-Premises Advertising Displays [5490 - 5499] ( Chapter 2.5 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1. )

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    Cities and counties may not require removal of certain on-premises advertising displays based on height or size when later ordinances would impair visibility under special topographic circumstances.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.5. On-Premises Advertising Displays [5490 - 5499] ( Chapter 2.5 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1232, Sec. 1. ) ## 5499. Regardless of any other provision of this chapter or other law, no city or county shall require the removal of any on-premises advertising display on the basis of its height or size by requiring conformance with any ordinance or regulation introduced or adopted on or after March 12, 1983, if special topographic circumstances would result in a material impairment of visibility of the display or the owner’s or user’s ability to adequately and effectively continue to communicate with the public through the use of the display. Under these circumstances, the owner or user may maintain the advertising display at the business premises and at a location necessary for continued public visibility at the height or size at which the display was previously erected and, in doing so, the owner or user is in conformance. (Repealed and added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 513, Sec. 8.)
  37. 5499.1.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.6. Ordinances Governing On-Premise Advertising Displays [5499.1 - 5499.16] ( Chapter 2.6 added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6. )

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    This section defines “illegal on-premises advertising display,” “on-premises advertising display,” and “enforcement officer” for this chapter.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.6. Ordinances Governing On-Premise Advertising Displays [5499.1 - 5499.16] ( Chapter 2.6 added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6. ) ## 5499.1. For purposes of this chapter only: (a) “Illegal on-premises advertising display” means any of the following: (1) An on-premises advertising display erected without first complying with all ordinances and regulations in effect at the time of its construction and erection or use. (2) An on-premises advertising display that was legally erected, but whose use has ceased, or the structure upon which the display is placed has been abandoned by its owner, not maintained, or not used to identify or advertise an ongoing business for a period of not less than 90 days. (3) An on-premises advertising display that was legally erected which later became nonconforming as a result of the adoption of an ordinance, the amortization period for the display provided by the ordinance rendering the display nonconforming has expired, and conformance has not been accomplished. (4) An on-premises advertising display which is a danger to the public or is unsafe. (5) An on-premises advertising display which is a traffic hazard not created by relocation of streets or highways or by acts of the city or county. (b) “On-premises advertising display” means any structure, housing, sign, device, figure, statuary, painting, display, message placard, or other contrivance, or any part thereof, which is designed, constructed, created, engineered, intended, or used to advertise, or to provide data or information in the nature of advertising, for any of the following purposes: (1) To designate, identify, or indicate the name of the business of the owner or occupant of the premises upon which the advertising display is located. (2) To advertise the business conducted, services available or rendered, or the goods produced, sold, or available for sale, upon the property where the advertising display is erected. (c) “Enforcement officer” means the public employee or officer designated by the legislative body of the city or county to perform the duties imposed by this chapter on the enforcement officer. (Added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6.)
  38. 5499.10.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.6. Ordinances Governing On-Premise Advertising Displays [5499.1 - 5499.16] ( Chapter 2.6 added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6. )

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    The enforcement officer must track abatement costs and submit an itemized report to the city or county legislative body, and the report must be posted for three days before submission.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.6. Ordinances Governing On-Premise Advertising Displays [5499.1 - 5499.16] ( Chapter 2.6 added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6. ) ## 5499.10. (a) The enforcement officer shall keep an account of the cost of abatement of an illegal on-premises advertising display in front of or on each separate parcel of property where the work is done by him or her. He or she shall submit to the legislative body of the city or county for confirmation an itemized written report showing that cost. (b) A copy of the report shall be posted for at least three days, prior to its submission to the legislative body, on or near the chamber door of the legislative body, with notice of the time of submission. (c) At the time fixed for receiving and considering the report, the legislative body shall hear it with any objections of the property owners liable to be assessed for the abatement. It may modify the report if it is deemed necessary. The legislative body shall then confirm the report by motion or resolution. (Added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6.)
  39. 5499.11.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.6. Ordinances Governing On-Premise Advertising Displays [5499.1 - 5499.16] ( Chapter 2.6 added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6. )

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    A city or county legislative body may choose to abate the nuisance by contract awarded through competitive bidding, and the contractor must keep the account and submit an itemized written report for each separate parcel of property.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.6. Ordinances Governing On-Premise Advertising Displays [5499.1 - 5499.16] ( Chapter 2.6 added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6. ) ## 5499.11. Abatement of the nuisance may, in the discretion of the legislative body of the city or county, be performed by contract awarded by the legislative body on the basis of competitive bids let to the lowest responsible bidder. In that event, the contractor shall keep the account and submit the itemized written report for each separate parcel of property required by Section 5499.10. (Added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6.)
  40. 5499.12.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.6. Ordinances Governing On-Premise Advertising Displays [5499.1 - 5499.16] ( Chapter 2.6 added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6. )

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    This section makes abatement costs a special assessment on the parcel, provides for a lien after confirmation and recordation, and sets out how the assessment is billed, collected, and enforced.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.6. Ordinances Governing On-Premise Advertising Displays [5499.1 - 5499.16] ( Chapter 2.6 added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6. ) ## 5499.12. (a) The cost of abatement in front of or upon each parcel of property, and the cost incurred by the city or county, as the case may be, in enforcing abatement upon the parcels, including investigation, boundary determination, measurement, clerical, and other related costs, are a special assessment against that parcel. After the assessment is made and confirmed, a lien attaches on the parcel upon recordation of the order confirming the assessment in the office of the county recorder of the county in which the property is situated. However, if any real property to which the lien would attach has been transferred or conveyed to a bona fide purchaser for value, or if a lien of a bona fide encumbrancer for value has been created and attaches thereon, prior to the date on which the first installment of the assessment would become delinquent, the lien which would otherwise be imposed by this section shall not attach to the real property and the costs of abatement and the costs of enforcing abatement, as confirmed, relating to the property shall be transferred to the unsecured roll for collection. (b) After confirmation of the report, a copy shall be given to the city or county assessor and the tax collector, who shall add the amount of the assessment to the next regular tax bill levied against the parcel for municipal purposes. (c) If the county assessor and the tax collector assess property and collect taxes for the city, the city shall file a certified copy of the report with the county auditor on or before August 10. The description of the parcels reported shall be those used for the same parcels on the county assessor’s map books for the current year. (d) The county auditor shall enter each assessment on the county tax roll opposite the parcel of land. (e) The amount of the assessment shall be collected at the time and in the manner of ordinary municipal taxes. If delinquent, the amount is subject to the same penalties and procedures of foreclosure and sale provided for ordinary municipal taxes. The legislative body may determine that, in lieu of collecting the entire assessment at the time and in the manner of ordinary municipal taxes, assessments of fifty dollars ($50) or more may be made in annual installments, not to exceed five, and collected one installment at a time at the time and in the manner of ordinary municipal taxes in successive years. If any installment is delinquent, the amount thereof is subject to the same penalties and procedure for foreclosure and sale provided for ordinary municipal taxes. The payment of assessments so deferred shall bear interest on the unpaid balance at a rate to be determined by the legislative body, but not to exceed 6 percent per annum. (f) As an alternative method, the county tax collector, at his or her discretion, may collect the assessments without reference to the general taxes by issuing separate bills and receipts for the assessments. (g) Laws relating to the levy, collection, and enforcement of county taxes apply to these special assessments. (h) The lien of the assessment has the priority of the taxes with which it is collected. (Added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6.)
  41. 5499.13.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.6. Ordinances Governing On-Premise Advertising Displays [5499.1 - 5499.16] ( Chapter 2.6 added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6. )

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    The enforcement officer may collect the amount due for abatement costs and issue receipts during a limited period.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.6. Ordinances Governing On-Premise Advertising Displays [5499.1 - 5499.16] ( Chapter 2.6 added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6. ) ## 5499.13. The enforcement officer may receive the amount due on the abatement cost and issue receipts at any time after the confirmation of the report and until 10 days before a copy is given to the assessor and tax collector or, where a certified copy is filed with the county auditor, until August 1 following the confirmation of the report. (Added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6.)
  42. 5499.14.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.6. Ordinances Governing On-Premise Advertising Displays [5499.1 - 5499.16] ( Chapter 2.6 added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6. )

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    The city or county legislative body may refund all or part of an assessment if it finds the assessment was erroneously levied, but a refund is barred unless a claim is filed with the clerk by November 1 after the assessment became due and payable.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.6. Ordinances Governing On-Premise Advertising Displays [5499.1 - 5499.16] ( Chapter 2.6 added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6. ) ## 5499.14. The legislative body of the city or county may order a refund of all or part of an assessment pursuant to this chapter if it finds that all or part of the assessment has been erroneously levied. An assessment, or part thereof, shall not be refunded unless a claim is filed with the clerk of the legislative body on or before November 1 after the assessment became due and payable. The claim shall be verified by the person who paid the assessment or by the person’s guardian, conservator, executor, or administrator. (Added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6.)
  43. 5499.15.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.6. Ordinances Governing On-Premise Advertising Displays [5499.1 - 5499.16] ( Chapter 2.6 added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6. )

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    If the legislative body finds certain negligence-related property damage occurred during nuisance abatement under this chapter, the damages claim may be paid from the city or county general fund.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.6. Ordinances Governing On-Premise Advertising Displays [5499.1 - 5499.16] ( Chapter 2.6 added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6. ) ## 5499.15. If the legislative body finds that property damage was caused by the negligence of a city or county officer or employee in connection with the abatement of a nuisance pursuant to this chapter, a claim for those damages may be paid from the city or county general fund. (Added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6.)
  44. 5499.16.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.6. Ordinances Governing On-Premise Advertising Displays [5499.1 - 5499.16] ( Chapter 2.6 added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6. )

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    The chapter’s proceedings are an alternative to procedures established by ordinance under other law.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.6. Ordinances Governing On-Premise Advertising Displays [5499.1 - 5499.16] ( Chapter 2.6 added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6. ) ## 5499.16. The proceedings provided by this chapter are an alternative to any procedure established by ordinance pursuant to any other provision of law. (Added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6.)
  45. 5499.2.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.6. Ordinances Governing On-Premise Advertising Displays [5499.1 - 5499.16] ( Chapter 2.6 added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6. )

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    A city or county legislative body may, by resolution, declare illegal on-premises advertising displays public nuisances and abate them. Before adoption, the clerk must mail at least 10 days’ written notice to affected property owners, and the resolution must describe the property with required map and address details when known.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.6. Ordinances Governing On-Premise Advertising Displays [5499.1 - 5499.16] ( Chapter 2.6 added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6. ) ## 5499.2. (a) The legislative body of a city or county may declare, by resolution, as public nuisances and abate all illegal on-premises advertising displays located within its jurisdiction. The resolution shall describe the property upon which or in front of which the nuisance exists by giving its lot and block number according to the county or city assessment map and its street address if known. Any number of parcels of private property may be included in one resolution. (b) Prior to adoption of the resolution by the legislative body, the clerk of the legislative body shall send not less than a 10 days’ written notice to all persons owning property described in the proposed resolution. The notice shall be mailed to each person on whom the described property is assessed on the last equalized assessment roll available on the date the notice is prepared. The notice shall state the date, time, and place of the hearing and generally describe the purpose of the hearing and the nature of the illegality of the display. (Added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6.)
  46. 5499.3.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.6. Ordinances Governing On-Premise Advertising Displays [5499.1 - 5499.16] ( Chapter 2.6 added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6. )

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    After a resolution is adopted, the enforcement officer must conspicuously post notices on or in front of the property where the display exists.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.6. Ordinances Governing On-Premise Advertising Displays [5499.1 - 5499.16] ( Chapter 2.6 added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6. ) ## 5499.3. After adoption of the resolution, the enforcement officer shall cause notices to be conspicuously posted on or in front of the property on or in front of which the display exists. (Added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6.)
  47. 5499.30.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.7. Advertising for Workers’ Compensation Legal Services [5499.30- 5499.30.] ( Chapter 2.7 added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 120, Sec. 2.5. )

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    Covered advertisers must include the name of at least one associated attorney in advertising that offers legal services for obtaining workers’ compensation benefits.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.7. Advertising for Workers’ Compensation Legal Services [5499.30- 5499.30.] ( Chapter 2.7 added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 120, Sec. 2.5. ) ## 5499.30. (a) Any individual, firm, corporation, partnership, organization, or association which prints, displays, publishes, distributes, or broadcasts or causes or permits to be advertised, printed, displayed, published, distributed, or broadcast any advertising which purports to provide legal services for obtaining workers’ compensation benefits shall include the name of at least one attorney associated with the individual, firm, corporation, partnership, organization, or association in all such advertising. (b) As used in this section, the term “legal services” includes any service which refers potential clients to any attorney. (c) A violation of this section is a misdemeanor, punishable by imprisonment in the county jail for not more than one year, or by a fine not exceeding ten thousand dollars ($10,000), or both. (Added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 120, Sec. 2.5. Effective July 16, 1993.)
  48. 5499.4.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.6. Ordinances Governing On-Premise Advertising Displays [5499.1 - 5499.16] ( Chapter 2.6 added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6. )

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    This section gives the required form of a notice telling property owners that an illegal advertising display has been declared a public nuisance and should be removed, or it will be removed by the city or county at the property owner’s expense.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.6. Ordinances Governing On-Premise Advertising Displays [5499.1 - 5499.16] ( Chapter 2.6 added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6. ) ## 5499.4. The notice shall be substantially in the following form: ## NOTICE TO REMOVE ILLEGAL ADVERTISING DISPLAY Notice is hereby given that on the ____ day of ____, 20__, the (name of the legislative body) of (city or county) adopted a resolution declaring that an illegal advertising display is located upon or in front of this property which constitutes a public nuisance and must be abated by the removal of the illegal display. Otherwise, it will be removed, and the nuisance abated by the city (or county). The cost of removal will be assessed upon the property from or in front of which the display is removed and will constitute a lien upon the property until paid. Reference is hereby made to the resolution for further particulars. A copy of this resolution is on file in the office of the clerk of the legislative body. All property owners having any objection to the proposed removal of the display are hereby notified to attend a meeting of the (name of the legislative body) of (city or county) to be held (give date, time, and place), when their objections will be heard and given due consideration. Dated this day of , 20 (Title) (City or County of ) (Amended by Stats. 2002, Ch. 221, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  49. 5499.5.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.6. Ordinances Governing On-Premise Advertising Displays [5499.1 - 5499.16] ( Chapter 2.6 added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6. )

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    Notices must be posted at least 10 days before the hearing on objections.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.6. Ordinances Governing On-Premise Advertising Displays [5499.1 - 5499.16] ( Chapter 2.6 added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6. ) ## 5499.5. The notices shall be posted at least 10 days prior to the time for hearing objections by the legislative body of the city or county. (Added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6.)
  50. 5499.6.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.6. Ordinances Governing On-Premise Advertising Displays [5499.1 - 5499.16] ( Chapter 2.6 added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6. )

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    The city or county legislative body must have its clerk mail written notice of a proposed abatement to property owners, and the notice must go out at least 10 days before objections are heard.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.6. Ordinances Governing On-Premise Advertising Displays [5499.1 - 5499.16] ( Chapter 2.6 added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6. ) ## 5499.6. In addition to posting notice of the resolution and notice of the meeting when objections will be heard, the legislative body of the city or county shall direct its clerk to mail written notice of the proposed abatement to all persons owning property described in the resolution. The clerk shall cause the written notice to be mailed to each person on whom the described property is assessed in the last equalized assessment roll available on the date the resolution was adopted by the legislative body. In cities where the county assessor performs the functions of the city assessor, the county assessor, at the request of the city clerk, shall, within 10 days thereafter, mail to the city clerk a list of the names and addresses of all of the persons owning property described in the resolution. The address of the owners shown on the assessment roll is conclusively deemed to be the proper address for the purpose of mailing the notice. The city shall reimburse the county for the actual cost of furnishing the list, and the cost shall be a part of the costs of abatement. The notices mailed by the clerk shall be mailed at least 10 days prior to the time for hearing objections by the legislative body. The notices mailed by the clerk shall be substantially in the form provided by Section 5499.4. (Added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6.)
  51. 5499.7.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.6. Ordinances Governing On-Premise Advertising Displays [5499.1 - 5499.16] ( Chapter 2.6 added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6. )

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    The city or county legislative body must hear objections to removing an on-premises advertising display, may continue the hearing, and must then decide whether to allow or overrule objections before ordering removal.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.6. Ordinances Governing On-Premise Advertising Displays [5499.1 - 5499.16] ( Chapter 2.6 added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6. ) ## 5499.7. At the time stated in the notices, the legislative body of the city or county shall hear and consider all objections to the proposed removal of the on-premises advertising display. It may continue the hearing from time to time. By motion or resolution at the conclusion of the hearing, the legislative body shall allow or overrule any objections. At that time, the legislative body acquires jurisdiction to proceed and perform the work of removal. The decision of the legislative body is final. If objections have not been made or after the legislative body has disposed of those made, it shall order the enforcement officer to abate the nuisance by having the display removed. The order shall be made by motion or resolution. (Added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6.)
  52. 5499.8.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.6. Ordinances Governing On-Premise Advertising Displays [5499.1 - 5499.16] ( Chapter 2.6 added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6. )

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    The enforcement officer may enter private property to abate the nuisance.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.6. Ordinances Governing On-Premise Advertising Displays [5499.1 - 5499.16] ( Chapter 2.6 added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6. ) ## 5499.8. The enforcement officer may enter private property to abate the nuisance. (Added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6.)
  53. 5499.9.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.6. Ordinances Governing On-Premise Advertising Displays [5499.1 - 5499.16] ( Chapter 2.6 added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6. )

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    A property owner may remove an illegal on-premises advertising display before the enforcement officer arrives, at the owner’s expense.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 2.6. Ordinances Governing On-Premise Advertising Displays [5499.1 - 5499.16] ( Chapter 2.6 added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6. ) ## 5499.9. Before the enforcement officer arrives, any property owner may remove the illegal on-premises advertising display at the owner’s own expense. Nevertheless, in any case in which an order to abate is issued, the legislative body of the city or county, by motion or resolution, may further order that a special assessment and lien shall be limited to the costs incurred by the city or county, as the case may be, in enforcing abatement upon the property, including investigation, boundary determination, measurement, clerical, and other related costs. (Added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 1281, Sec. 6.)
  54. 550.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 2. HEALING ARTS [500 - 4999.202] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [500 - 865.2] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Ophthalmia Neonatorum [550 - 558] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1937, Ch. 419. )

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    This section defines “ophthalmia neonatorum” and “department” for this article.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 2. HEALING ARTS [500 - 4999.202] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [500 - 865.2] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Ophthalmia Neonatorum [550 - 558] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1937, Ch. 419. ) ## 550. As used in this article, “ophthalmia neonatorum,” independent of the nature of the infection, means any condition of the eye, or eyes, of any infant in which there is any inflammation, swelling or redness in either one or both of the eyes of any infant, either apart from or together with any unnatural discharge from the eye, or eyes, of any infant, at any time within two weeks after its birth. As used in this article, “department” refers to the State Department of Health Services. (Amended by Stats. 1978, Ch. 429.)
  55. 5500.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [5500 - 5502] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    In this chapter, “architect” means a person licensed to practice architecture in this state under this chapter.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [5500 - 5502] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5500. As used in this chapter, architect means a person who is licensed to practice architecture in this state under the authority of this chapter. (Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1223, Sec. 1.)
  56. 5500.1.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [5500 - 5502] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    This section defines the practice of architecture and requires architects to show basic competence in certain professional services as a condition for licensure.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [5500 - 5502] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5500.1. (a) The practice of architecture within the meaning and intent of this chapter is defined as offering or performing, or being in responsible control of, professional services which require the skills of an architect in the planning of sites, and the design, in whole or in part, of buildings, or groups of buildings and structures. (b) Architects’ professional services may include any or all of the following: (1) Investigation, evaluation, consultation, and advice. (2) Planning, schematic and preliminary studies, designs, working drawings, and specifications. (3) Coordination of the work of technical and special consultants. (4) Compliance with generally applicable codes and regulations, and assistance in the governmental review process. (5) Technical assistance in the preparation of bid documents and agreements between clients and contractors. (6) Contract administration. (7) Construction observation. (c) As a condition for licensure, architects shall demonstrate a basic level of competence in the professional services listed in subdivision (b) in examinations administered under this chapter. (Amended by Stats. 1996, Ch. 184, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 1997.)
  57. 5500.2.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [5500 - 5502] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    This section lets a qualified person apply to use the title “architect-in-training,” but sets supervision, notice, and title-use limits.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [5500 - 5502] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5500.2. (a) A person may apply to the board and obtain authorization to use the title “architect-in-training” once they have been identified as a candidate for licensure by the board and both of the following requirements are met: (1) The applicant successfully passed at least one division of the examination described in Section 5550. (2) The applicant submits to the board the name and license number of the licensed architect who will be responsible for supervising the applicant while using the title “architect-in-training”. (b) (1) Before the board approves an authorization for an applicant to use the title “architect-in-training,” the licensed architect who will be responsible for supervising the applicant while using the title shall submit to the board a form, as determined by the board, agreeing to be responsible for the work to be performed by the applicant while using the title. (2) (A) If a licensed architect responsible for supervising a person while using the title “architect-in-training” changes, the person using the title shall, within 30 days of the change, notify the board of the change and the name and license number of the subsequent licensed architect who will be responsible for supervising the person while using the title. (B) (i) Notwithstanding Section 5587, a person using the title “architect-in-training” may, during any period in which the person is not under supervision of a licensed architect, request the board to place their authorization to use the title on inactive status. (ii) The board may reactivate an authorization made inactive pursuant to clause (i) upon receipt of the name and license number of the subsequent licensed architect who will be responsible for supervising the applicant while using the title. The board shall not require a person seeking reactivation to reapply or pay an additional fee for those purposes. (c) An abbreviation or derivative of the title “architect-in-training,” other than “AIT,” shall not be used. (d) A person shall not use the title “architect-in-training” to independently offer or provide architectural services to the public. (e) Notwithstanding any other law, the board may disclose a person’s authorization to use the title “architect-in-training” to a member of the public upon request. (f) The use of the title “architect-in-training” in violation of this section may constitute unprofessional conduct and subject the user of the title to administrative action, including, but not limited to, citation, discipline, including any disciplinary action pursuant to Section 5587 or any regulation adopted by the board related to this section or Section 5587, and denial of a license. (g) The board may charge a fee, not to exceed the reasonable cost to the board, to evaluate whether a candidate meets the requirements to use the title “architect-in-training.” (h) (1) A person may use the title “architect-in-training” for no more than four years after approval by the board. (2) A person may apply to the board and obtain authorization to use the title “architect-in-training” a second time if the person has passed a division of the exam described in Section 5500 in the four years immediately preceding the person’s application. (i) A person shall not apply to the board to obtain authorization to use the title “architect-in-training” on or after January 1, 2033. (j) This section shall become operative on January 1, 2027. (k) This section shall remain in effect only until January 1, 2037, and as of that date is repealed. (Added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 380, Sec. 1. (AB 759) Effective January 1, 2026. Operative January 1, 2027. Repealed as of January 1, 2037, by its own provisions.)
  58. 5501.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [5500 - 5502] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    This chapter is the chapter on professional architects and may be cited as the Architects Practice Act.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [5500 - 5502] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5501. This chapter constitutes the chapter on professional architects. It shall be known and may be cited as the Architects Practice Act. (Repealed and added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 566, Sec. 2.)
  59. 5502.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [5500 - 5502] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    In this chapter, the term “board” means the California Architects Board.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [5500 - 5502] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5502. As used in this chapter, board refers to the California Architects Board. (Amended by Stats. 2000, Ch. 1054, Sec. 11. Effective January 1, 2001.)
  60. 551.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 2. HEALING ARTS [500 - 4999.202] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [500 - 865.2] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Ophthalmia Neonatorum [550 - 558] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1937, Ch. 419. )

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    Certain people present at childbirth must treat a newborn’s eyes within two hours after birth and, if ophthalmia neonatorum develops and is known, report the case within 24 hours.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 2. HEALING ARTS [500 - 4999.202] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [500 - 865.2] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Ophthalmia Neonatorum [550 - 558] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1937, Ch. 419. ) ## 551. It is the duty of any physician, surgeon, obstetrician, midwife, nurse, maternity home or hospital of any nature, parent, relative, and any person or persons attendant upon, or assisting in any way whatsoever, either the mother or child, or both, at childbirth, to treat both eyes of the infant within two hours after birth with a prophylactic efficient treatment, and in all cases where the child develops within two weeks after its birth ophthalmia neonatorum, and such person knows it to exist, to report the case within 24 hours after knowledge, in such form as the department directs, to the local health officer of the county or city within which the mother of any such infant resides. (Amended by Stats. 1978, Ch. 429.)
  61. 5510.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    This section creates the California Architects Board in the Department of Consumer Affairs, says it has 10 members, and states that it is repealed on January 1, 2029.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5510. There is in the Department of Consumer Affairs a California Architects Board which consists of 10 members. Any reference in law to the California Board of Architectural Examiners shall mean the California Architects Board. This section shall remain in effect only until January 1, 2029, and as of that date is repealed. Notwithstanding any other law, the repeal of this section renders the board subject to review by the appropriate policy committees of the Legislature. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 482, Sec. 1. (SB 1452) Effective January 1, 2025. Repealed as of January 1, 2029, by its own provisions.)
  62. 5510.1.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    The board must regulate architecture, set minimum professional qualifications and performance standards, and adopt an enforcement policy.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5510.1. The Legislature finds and declares that it is the mandate of the board to regulate the practice of architecture in the interest and for the protection of the public health, safety, and welfare. For this purpose, the board shall delineate the minimum professional qualifications and performance standards for admission to and practice of the profession of architecture. The board shall establish a fair and uniform enforcement policy to deter and prosecute violations of this chapter or any rules and regulations promulgated pursuant to this chapter to provide for the protection of the consumer. (Added by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1223, Sec. 2.)
  63. 5510.15.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    The California Architects Board must treat protection of the public as its top priority when carrying out licensing, regulatory, and disciplinary functions.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5510.15. Protection of the public shall be the highest priority for the California Architects Board in exercising its licensing, regulatory, and disciplinary functions. Whenever the protection of the public is inconsistent with other interests sought to be promoted, the protection of the public shall be paramount. (Added by Stats. 2002, Ch. 107, Sec. 24. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  64. 5514.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    The board must have 10 members: five architects and five public members.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5514. The membership of the board shall be composed of 10 members, five of whom shall be architects and five of whom shall be public members. The five professional members of the board shall be selected from architects in good standing who have been licensed and in practice in this state for at least five years at the time of appointment, all of whom shall be residents and in practice in California. The public members of the board shall not be licensees of the board. This section shall become operative on January 1, 1988. (Repealed (in Sec. 2.2) and added by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1327, Sec. 2.4. Section operative January 1, 1988, by its own provisions.)
  65. 5515.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    Appointed members serve for set terms, with a limit of two consecutive board terms, and specified officials appoint board members.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5515. (a) Every person appointed shall serve for four years and until the appointment and qualification of their successor or until one year has elapsed since the expiration of the term for which they were appointed, whichever occurs first. (b) No person shall serve as a member of the board for more than two consecutive terms. (c) Vacancies occurring before the expiration of the term shall be filled by appointment for the unexpired term. (d) Each appointment shall expire on June 30 of the fourth year following the year in which the previous term expired. (e) The Governor shall appoint three of the public members and the five licensed members qualified as provided in Section 5514. The Senate Rules Committee and the Speaker of the Assembly shall each appoint a public member. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 482, Sec. 2. (SB 1452) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  66. 5515.5.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    This section sets specific expiration dates for certain board members’ terms and says the new schedule does not change the general application of Sections 130 and 5515 except as stated.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5515.5. (a) Notwithstanding Section 130 or 5515, the following provisions shall apply: (1) Of the three licensed members appointed by the Governor whose terms commence on July 1, 2013, the term of two members shall expire on June 30, 2017, and the term of one member shall expire on June 30, 2019. (2) Of the two licensed members appointed by the Governor whose terms commence on July 1, 2014, the term of one member shall expire on June 30, 2018, and the term of the other member shall expire on June 30, 2020. (3) The term of the public member appointed by the Governor that commences on July 1, 2014, shall expire on June 30, 2019. (4) Of the two public members appointed by the Governor whose terms commence on July 1, 2016, the term of one member shall expire on June 30, 2020, and the term of the other member shall expire on June 30, 2021. (b) Except as provided in subdivision (a), this section shall not be construed to affect the application of Section 130 or 5515 to the terms of a current or future member of the board. (Added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 317, Sec. 1. (AB 1822) Effective January 1, 2013.)
  67. 5516.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    Each board member is entitled to receive a per diem and expenses under Section 103.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5516. Each member of the board shall receive a per diem and expenses as provided in Section 103. (Repealed and added by Stats. 1959, Ch. 1645.)
  68. 5517.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    The board may appoint a civil-service-exempt executive officer, and that officer must carry out the powers and duties assigned by the board and this chapter.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5517. The board may appoint a person exempt from civil service who shall be designated as an executive officer and who shall exercise the powers and perform the duties delegated by the board and vested in the executive officer by this chapter. This section shall remain in effect only until January 1, 2029, and as of that date is repealed. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 482, Sec. 3. (SB 1452) Effective January 1, 2025. Repealed as of January 1, 2029, by its own provisions.)
  69. 5518.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    The board must elect a president, a vice president, and a secretary from among its members.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5518. The board shall elect from its members a president, a vice president, and a secretary to hold office for one year, or until their successors are duly elected and qualified. (Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1223, Sec. 4.)
  70. 552.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 2. HEALING ARTS [500 - 4999.202] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [500 - 865.2] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Ophthalmia Neonatorum [550 - 558] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1937, Ch. 419. )

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    A case of ophthalmia neonatorum, or blindness resulting from it, can serve as prima facie evidence that the accused knew about the case if the accused had been attending it.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 2. HEALING ARTS [500 - 4999.202] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [500 - 865.2] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Ophthalmia Neonatorum [550 - 558] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1937, Ch. 419. ) ## 552. Any case of ophthalmia neonatorum or of blindness resulting from it upon which one accused of a violation of this article has been in attendance constitutes prima facie evidence of knowledge of the case by the one accused. (Added by Stats. 1937, Ch. 419.)
  71. 5520.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    The board must adopt a seal for its own use, the seal must say “California Architects Board,” and the executive officer must keep custody of the seal.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5520. The board shall adopt a seal for its own use. The seal used shall have the words, “California Architects Board” inscribed thereon. The executive officer shall have the care and custody of the seal. (Amended by Stats. 2019, Ch. 376, Sec. 4. (SB 608) Effective January 1, 2020.)
  72. 5521.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    The executive officer must keep an accurate record of all board proceedings.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5521. The executive officer shall keep an accurate record of all proceedings of the board. (Amended by Stats. 1984, Ch. 47, Sec. 42. Effective March 21, 1984.)
  73. 5522.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    The board must meet at least once every calendar quarter, and it may schedule additional meetings at times and places it chooses.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5522. The board shall meet at least once each calendar quarter for the purpose of transacting such business as may lawfully come before it. The board may hold meetings at such other times and at such places as it may designate. (Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1223, Sec. 5.)
  74. 5523.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    The executive officer must call a special board meeting when four members give written notice, and must give each board member 10 days’ written notice of the meeting time and place.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5523. Special meetings of the board shall be called by the executive officer upon the written notice of four members by giving each member of the board 10 days’ written notice of the time and place of the meeting. (Amended by Stats. 1984, Ch. 47, Sec. 43. Effective March 21, 1984.)
  75. 5524.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    The board may transact business only when six members form a quorum, and most board acts or decisions need five concurring members; if all 10 members are present, six concurring members are required.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5524. Six of the members of the board constitute a quorum of the board for the transaction of business. The concurrence of five members of the board present at a meeting duly held at which a quorum is present shall be necessary to constitute an act or decision of the board, except that when all 10 members of the board are present at a meeting duly held, the concurrence of six members shall be necessary to constitute an act or decision of the board. (Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1327, Sec. 4.)
  76. 5525.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    The board may prosecute violators of this chapter and may hire staff and set compensation and expenses needed to carry out the chapter, subject to Section 159.5.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5525. The board may prosecute all persons guilty of violating the provisions of this chapter. Except as provided in Section 159.5, the board may employ inspectors, special agents, investigators, and such clerical assistants as it may deem necessary to carry into effect the provisions of this chapter. It may also fix the compensation to be paid for such services and incur such additional expense as may be deemed necessary. (Amended by Stats. 1971, Ch. 716.)
  77. 5526.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    The board must make rules for architecture licensing exams and citation systems, may adopt and change professional conduct rules, and licensees are bound by those rules.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5526. (a) The board shall adopt rules and regulations governing the examination of applicants for licenses to practice architecture in this state. (b) The board may, by rule or regulation, adopt rules of professional conduct that are not inconsistent with state or federal law. Every person who holds a license issued by the board shall be governed and controlled by these rules. (c) The board may adopt other rules and regulations as may be necessary and proper. (d) The board may, from time to time, repeal, amend, or modify rules and regulations adopted under this section. No rule or regulation shall be inconsistent with this chapter. (e) The board shall adopt, by regulation, a system as described in Section 125.9 for the issuance to a licensee of a citation and a system as described in Section 148 for the issuance of an administrative citation to an unlicensed person who is acting in the capacity of a licensee or registrant under the jurisdiction of the board. (f) The adoption, repeal, amendment, or modification of these rules and regulations shall be made in accordance with Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 11340) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code. (Amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 759, Sec. 43. Effective January 1, 1998.)
  78. 5526.5.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    A cited person may ask for an informal conference, but must do so in writing within 30 days of the citation. The executive officer or designee must hold the conference within 60 days of the request, may extend that period for good cause, and must send written reasons and findings within 30 days after the conference. If the citation is affirmed or modified, the respondent may request a formal hearing within 30 days, and a cited person may not request another informal conference for that same citation after affirmation or modification.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5526.5. (a) In addition to requesting an administrative hearing as provided for in paragraph (4) of subdivision (b) of Section 125.9, the cited person may request an informal conference to review the acts shared in the citation. The cited person shall make the request for an informal conference in writing, within 30 days of the date of issuance of the citation, to the executive officer. (b) The executive officer or their designee shall hold, within 60 days from the receipt of the request, an informal conference with the cited person. The executive officer or their designee may extend the 60-day period for good cause. (c) Following the informal conference, the executive officer or their designee may affirm, modify, or dismiss the citation, including any fine that is levied, order of abatement, or order of correction issued. The executive officer or their designee shall state in writing the reasons for the action and transmit a copy of those findings to the cited person within 30 days after the informal conference. (d) If the citation, including any fine that is levied or order of abatement or correction, is affirmed or modified following the informal conference, the respondent may make a request in writing to the executive officer within 30 days of the affirmed or modified citation, for a formal hearing, which shall be conducted as provided for in paragraph (4) of subdivision (b) of Section 125.9. (e) A cited person shall not request an informal conference for a citation which has been affirmed or modified following an informal conference. (Added by Stats. 2019, Ch. 376, Sec. 5. (SB 608) Effective January 1, 2020.)
  79. 5527.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    If someone has done or is about to do an act that would violate this chapter, the board may ask the superior court for an injunction or similar order to stop it.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5527. Whenever any person has engaged in or is about to engage in any act or practice which constitutes or which will constitute an offense against this chapter, the superior court of the county in which the offense has occurred or is about to occur, on application of the board, may issue an injunction or other appropriate order restraining such act or practice. The proceedings authorized by this section shall be in accordance with the provisions contained in Chapter 3 (commencing with Section 525) of Title 7 of Part 2 of the Code of Civil Procedure. (Amended by Stats. 1982, Ch. 517, Sec. 15.)
  80. 5528.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    The board may hire licensed architect consultants on an intermittent basis, and those consultants may only do work needed to carry out and enforce the chapter.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5510 - 5528] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5528. (a) The board may select and contract with necessary architect consultants who are licensed architects to assist it in its enforcement program on an intermittent basis. The architect consultants shall perform only those services that are necessary to carry out and enforce this chapter. (b) For the purposes of Division 3.6 (commencing with Section 810) of Title 1 of the Government Code, any consultant under contract with the board shall be considered a public employee. (Amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 475, Sec. 1.2. Effective January 1, 1998.)
  81. 553.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 2. HEALING ARTS [500 - 4999.202] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [500 - 865.2] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Ophthalmia Neonatorum [550 - 558] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1937, Ch. 419. )

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    Maternity homes, hospitals, and similar institutions where childbirths occur must keep records of ophthalmia neonatorum cases.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 2. HEALING ARTS [500 - 4999.202] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [500 - 865.2] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Ophthalmia Neonatorum [550 - 558] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1937, Ch. 419. ) ## 553. All maternity homes, hospitals, and similar institutions wherein childbirths occur shall keep a record of all cases of ophthalmia neonatorum occurring or discovered therein. These records shall be in the form and contain the matters which the department prescribes. (Amended by Stats. 1978, Ch. 429.)
  82. 5535.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    In this chapter, “person” includes certain individuals and business entities.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5535. As used in this chapter, the word “person” includes any individual, firm, partnership, general corporation, professional corporation, or limited liability partnership, as authorized by the Corporations Code. (Amended by Stats. 2007, Ch. 275, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2008.)
  83. 5535.1.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    This section defines “responsible control” for architecture work.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5535.1. The phrase “responsible control” means that amount of control over the content of all architectural instruments of service during their preparation that is ordinarily exercised by architects applying the required professional standard of care. (Amended by Stats. 2007, Ch. 275, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 2008.)
  84. 5535.2.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    An architect may form a business entity or work with non-architects if architect services stay under an architect’s responsible control and comply with this chapter. A general corporation may use certain architect-related names, but it may not use “professional corporation” in its name.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5535.2. (a) This chapter does not prevent an architect from forming a business entity or collaborating with persons who are not architects, provided that any architects’ professional services that are provided through that entity or collaboration are offered and provided under the responsible control of an architect, or architects, and in accordance with the provisions of this chapter. (b) (1) A business entity organized as a general corporation may include in its name any or all of the following: (A) A fictitious name. (B) The name of one or more licensed architects. (C) The term “architect,” the term “architecture,” or a variation of the term “architect” or “architecture.” (2) Nothing in paragraph (1) shall limit a business entity organized as a general corporation from including in its name any other word or name that is not otherwise prohibited by law. (3) Notwithstanding paragraphs (1) and (2), a business entity organized as a general corporation shall not include in its name the term “professional corporation.” (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 376, Sec. 2. (AB 830) Effective January 1, 2022.)
  85. 5535.25.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    This section defines “business entity,” “collaboration,” and “immediate and responsible direction” for this chapter.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5535.25. As used in this chapter, the terms “business entity” and “collaboration” include employer and employee relationships, joint ventures, partnerships, general corporations, and consulting relationships formed by written agreement in which the architect provides immediate and responsible direction of architectural services. For purposes of this section, “immediate and responsible direction” has the same meaning as that term is defined in Section 151 of Title 16 of the California Code of Regulations. (Added by Stats. 2007, Ch. 275, Sec. 4. Effective January 1, 2008.)
  86. 5535.3.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    A corporation may contract to provide architectural services if the architects’ professional services are offered and provided under the responsible control of a licensed architect or architects.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5535.3. This chapter does not prevent a corporation from furnishing or supplying by contract architectural services, as long as any architects’ professional services are offered and provided under the responsible control of a licensed architect or architects. (Amended by Stats. 2007, Ch. 275, Sec. 5. Effective January 1, 2008.)
  87. 5536.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    People who are not licensed to practice architecture under this chapter must not practice architecture or hold themselves out as architects, and doing so is a misdemeanor.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5536. (a) It is a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of not less than one hundred dollars ($100) nor more than five thousand dollars ($5,000), or by imprisonment in a county jail not exceeding one year, or by both that fine and imprisonment, for any person who is not licensed to practice architecture under this chapter to practice architecture in this state, to use any term confusingly similar to the word architect, to use the stamp of a licensed architect, as provided in Section 5536.1, or to advertise or put out any sign, card, or other device that might indicate to the public that the person is an architect, is qualified to engage in the practice of architecture, or is an architectural designer. (b) It is a misdemeanor, punishable as specified in subdivision (a), for any person who is not licensed to practice architecture under this chapter to affix a stamp or seal that bears the legend “State of California” or words or symbols that represent or imply that the person is so licensed by the state to prepare plans, specifications, or instruments of service. (Amended by Stats. 2019, Ch. 376, Sec. 6. (SB 608) Effective January 1, 2020.)
  88. 5536.1.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    People preparing or controlling architectural plans and related documents must sign them, and licensed architects must also stamp them with an authorized stamp.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5536.1. (a) All persons preparing or being in responsible control of plans, specifications, and instruments of service for others shall sign those plans, specifications, and instruments of service and all contracts therefor, and, if licensed under this chapter, shall affix a stamp, which complies with subdivision (b), to those plans, specifications, and instruments of service, as evidence of the person’s responsibility for those documents. The failure of any person to comply with this subdivision is a misdemeanor punishable as provided in Section 5536. This section shall not apply to employees of persons licensed under this chapter while acting within the course of their employment. (b) For the purposes of this chapter, any stamp used by any architect licensed under this chapter shall be of a design authorized by the board, which shall at a minimum bear the licensee’s name, their license number, the legend “licensed architect” and the legend “State of California,” and which shall provide a means of indicating the renewal date of the license. (c) The preparation of plans, specifications, or instruments of service for any building, except the buildings described in Section 5537, by any person who is not licensed to practice architecture in this state, is a misdemeanor punishable as provided in Section 5536. (d) The board may adopt regulations necessary for the implementation of this section. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 482, Sec. 4. (SB 1452) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  89. 5536.2.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    Local permitting authorities must require a signed license statement before issuing certain building-related permits, and the permit agency must verify the signer’s license status.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5536.2. Each county or city which requires the issuance of any permit as a condition precedent to the construction, alteration, improvement, or repair of any building or structure shall also require as a condition precedent to the issuance of the permit a signed statement that the person who prepared or was in responsible control of the plans and specifications for the construction, alteration, improvement, or repair of the building or structure is licensed under this chapter to prepare the plans and specifications, or is otherwise licensed in this state to prepare the plans and specifications. The signature and stamp, as provided for in Section 5536.1, on the plans and specifications by the person who prepared or was in responsible control of the plans and specifications shall constitute compliance with this section. It is the responsibility of the agency that issues the permit to determine that the person who signed and stamped the plans and specifications or who submitted the signed statement required by this section is licensed under this chapter or is otherwise licensed in this state to prepare the plans and specifications. This section shall not apply to the issuance of permits where the preparation of plans and specifications for the construction, alteration, improvement, or repair of a building or structure is exempt from this chapter, except that the person preparing the plans and specifications for others shall sign the plans and specifications as provided by Section 5536.1. (Amended by Stats. 1996, Ch. 184, Sec. 7. Effective January 1, 1997.)
  90. 5536.22.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    Architects must use a written contract for client services under this chapter, and the contract must be signed before work starts unless the client gives a written waiver.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5536.22. (a) An architect shall use a written contract when contracting to provide professional services to a client pursuant to this chapter. That written contract shall be executed by the architect and the client, or the client’s representative, prior to the architect commencing work, unless the client knowingly states in writing that work may be commenced before the contract is executed. The written contract shall include, but not be limited to, all of the following items: (1) A description of the project for which the client is seeking services. (2) A description of the services to be provided by the architect to the client. (3) A description of any basis of compensation applicable to the contract and the method of payment agreed upon by both parties. (4) The name, address, and license number of the architect, the name and address of the client, and the project address. (5) A description of the procedure that the architect and the client will use to accommodate additional services and contract changes, including, but not limited to, changes in the description of the project, in the description of the services, or in the description of the compensation and method of payment. (6) A description of the procedure to be used by either party to terminate the contract. (7) A statement identifying the ownership and use of instruments of service prepared by the architect. (8) A statement in at least 12-point type that reads: “Architects are licensed and regulated by the California Architects Board located at 2420 Del Paso Road, Suite 105, Sacramento, CA 95834.” (b) This section shall not apply to any of the following: (1) Professional services rendered by an architect for which the client will not pay compensation. (2) An arrangement as to the basis for compensation and manner of providing professional services implied by the fact that the architect’s services are of the same general kind which the architect has previously rendered to and received payment from the same client. (3) If the client knowingly states in writing after full disclosure of this section that a writing which complies with the requirements of this section is not required. (4) Professional services rendered by an architect to a professional engineer registered to practice engineering under Chapter 7 (commencing with Section 6700), or to a land surveyor licensed under Chapter 15 (commencing with Section 8700). (5) Professional services rendered by an architect to a public agency when using that public agency’s written contract. (Amended by Stats. 2019, Ch. 376, Sec. 7. (SB 608) Effective January 1, 2020.)
  91. 5536.25.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    An architect who signs and stamps project documents is generally not responsible for damage from later unauthorized changes or uses, and the act of signing does not by itself create a duty to inspect construction.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5536.25. (a) A licensed architect who signs and stamps plans, specifications, reports, or documents shall not be responsible for damage caused by subsequent changes to or uses of those plans, specifications, reports, or documents, where the subsequent changes or uses, including changes or uses made by state or local governmental agencies, are not authorized or approved in writing by the licensed architect who originally signed the plans, specifications, reports, or documents, provided that the written authorization or approval was not unreasonably withheld by the architect and the architectural service rendered by the architect who signed and stamped the plans, specifications, reports, or documents was not also a proximate cause of the damage. (b) The signing and stamping of plans, specifications, reports, or documents which relate to the design of fixed works shall not impose a legal duty or responsibility upon the person signing the plans, specifications, reports, or documents to observe the construction of the fixed works that are the subject of the plans, specifications, reports, or documents. However, this section shall not preclude an architect and a client from entering into a contractual agreement that includes a mutually acceptable arrangement for the provision of construction observation services. This subdivision shall not modify the liability of an architect who undertakes, contractually or otherwise, the provision of construction observation services for rendering those services. (c) (1) For purposes of this section, “construction observation services” means periodic observation of completed work to determine general compliance with the plans, specifications, reports, or other contract documents. However, “construction observation services” does not mean the superintendence of construction processes, site conditions, operations, equipment, or personnel, or the maintenance of a safe place to work or any safety in, on, or about the site. (2) For purposes of this subdivision, “periodic observation” means visits by an architect, or their agent, to the site of a work of improvement. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 482, Sec. 5. (SB 1452) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  92. 5536.26.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    When a licensed architect uses “certify” or “certification” in architectural practice, it is treated as a professional opinion, not a warranty or guarantee.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5536.26. The use of the words “certify” or “certification” by a licensed architect in the practice of architecture constitutes an expression of professional opinion regarding those facts or findings that are the subject of the certification, and does not constitute a warranty or guarantee, either expressed or implied. Nothing in this section is intended to alter the standard of care ordinarily exercised by a licensed architect. (Added by Stats. 2001, Ch. 728, Sec. 51. Effective January 1, 2002.)
  93. 5536.27.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    An architect may receive negligence immunity for voluntary, unpaid emergency structural inspection work, but only in specified emergencies, when requested by certain officials, and only for inspections within 30 days.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5536.27. (a) An architect who voluntarily, without compensation or expectation of compensation, provides structural inspection services at the scene of a declared national, state, or local emergency caused by a major earthquake, flood, riot, or fire at the request of a public official, public safety officer, or city or county building inspector acting in an official capacity shall not be liable in negligence for any personal injury, wrongful death, or property damage caused by the architect’s good faith but negligent inspection of a structure used for human habitation or a structure owned by a public entity for structural integrity or nonstructural elements affecting life and safety. The immunity provided by this section shall apply only for an inspection that occurs within 30 days of the declared emergency. Nothing in this section shall provide immunity for gross negligence or willful misconduct. (b) As used in this section: (1) “Architect” has the meaning given by Section 5500. (2) “Public safety officer” has the meaning given in Section 3301 of the Government Code. (3) “Public official” means a state or local elected officer. (Amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 759, Sec. 44. Effective January 1, 1998.)
  94. 5536.3.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    If disaster-related damage to insured residential property occurs, the architect or plan preparer must provide plan copies on request for insurance verification, and the recipient may not use them to rebuild without written consent.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5536.3. (a) In the event of damage to residential real property caused by a natural disaster declared by the Governor, if the damage may be covered by one or more policies of insurance, any architect or other person who has prepared plans used for the construction or remodeling of the residential real property shall release a copy of the plans to the homeowner’s insurer or the homeowner, or duly authorized agent of the insurer or the homeowner, upon request and verification that the plans will be used solely for the purpose of verifying the fact and amount of damage for insurance purposes. (b) No homeowner or any other person shall use any copy of plans obtained pursuant to subdivision (a) to rebuild all or any part of the residential real property without the prior written consent of the architect or other person who prepared the plans. (c) In the event prior written consent is not provided pursuant to subdivision (b), no architect or other person who has prepared plans who releases a copy of plans pursuant to subdivision (a) shall be liable to any person if the plans are subsequently used by the homeowner or any other person to rebuild all or any part of the residential real property. (d) The architect or other person may charge a reasonable fee to cover the reproduction costs of providing a copy of the plans. (e) As used in this section, “residential real property” means a single family structure, whether or not owner-occupied. (Added by Stats. 1992, Ch. 859, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 1993.)
  95. 5536.4.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    A person may not use an architect’s instruments of service unless the architect consents in a written contract, written agreement, or written license authorizing that use.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5536.4. (a) No person may use an architect’s instruments of service, as those professional services are described in paragraph (2) of subdivision (b) of Section 5500.1, without the consent of the architect in a written contract, written agreement, or written license specifically authorizing that use. (b) An architect shall not unreasonably withhold consent to use their instruments of service from a person for whom the architect provided the services. An architect may reasonably withhold consent to use the instruments of service for cause, including, but not limited to, lack of full payment for services provided or failure to fulfill the conditions of a written contract. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 482, Sec. 6. (SB 1452) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  96. 5536.5.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    A person who violates Section 5536(a) while offering or performing architectural services for natural-disaster repair work may be fined or imprisoned.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5536.5. Any person who violates subdivision (a) of Section 5536 in connection with the offer or performance of architectural services for the repair of damage to a residential or nonresidential structure caused by a natural disaster for which a state of emergency is proclaimed by the Governor pursuant to Section 8625 of the Government Code, or for which an emergency or major disaster is declared by the President of the United States, shall be punished by a fine up to ten thousand dollars ($10,000), or by imprisonment pursuant to subdivision (h) of Section 1170 of the Penal Code for 16 months, or for two or three years, or by both the fine and imprisonment, or by a fine up to one thousand dollars ($1,000), or by imprisonment in a county jail not exceeding one year, or by both the fine and imprisonment. (Amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 15, Sec. 14. (AB 109) Effective April 4, 2011. Operative October 1, 2011, by Sec. 636 of Ch. 15, as amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 39, Sec. 68.)
  97. 5537.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    This section allows people to prepare plans, drawings, or specifications for certain small woodframe buildings, but requires a licensed architect or registered engineer when exempt structures deviate from conventional framing rules.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5537. (a) This chapter does not prohibit any person from preparing plans, drawings, or specifications for any of the following: (1) Single-family dwellings of woodframe construction not more than two stories and basement in height. (2) Multiple dwellings containing no more than four dwelling units of woodframe construction not more than two stories and basement in height. However, this paragraph shall not be construed as allowing an unlicensed person to design multiple clusters of up to four dwelling units each to form apartment or condominium complexes where the total exceeds four units on any lawfully divided lot. (3) Garages or other structures appurtenant to buildings described under subdivision (a), of woodframe construction not more than two stories and basement in height. (4) Agricultural and ranch buildings of woodframe construction, unless the building official having jurisdiction deems that an undue risk to the public health, safety, or welfare is involved. (b) If any portion of any structure exempted by this section deviates from substantial compliance with conventional framing requirements for woodframe construction found in the most recent edition of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations or tables of limitation for woodframe construction, as defined by the applicable building code duly adopted by the local jurisdiction or the state, the building official having jurisdiction shall require the preparation of plans, drawings, specifications, or calculations for that portion by, or under the responsible control of, a licensed architect or registered engineer. The documents for that portion shall bear the stamp and signature of the licensee who is responsible for their preparation. Substantial compliance for purposes of this section is not intended to restrict the ability of the building officials to approve plans pursuant to existing law and is only intended to clarify the intent of Chapter 405 of the Statutes of 1985. (Amended by Stats. 1996, Ch. 184, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1997.)
  98. 5537.1.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    A structural engineer is exempt from this chapter when practicing the profession for which they are registered, but may not use the title “architect” unless licensed as required by the chapter.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5537.1. A structural engineer, defined as a registered civil engineer who has been authorized to use the title structural engineer under the provisions of Chapter 7 (commencing with Section 6700), insofar as he or she practices the profession for which he or she is registered, is exempt from the provisions of this chapter, except that a structural engineer may not use the title “architect,” unless he or she holds a license as required in this chapter. (Amended by Stats. 1991, Ch. 566, Sec. 5.)
  99. 5537.2.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    A licensed contractor may do certain Chapter 9 work and related drafting, but cannot perform broader design services without the required licensed supervision, and may not use the title “architect” unless properly licensed.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5537.2. This chapter shall not be construed as authorizing a licensed contractor to perform design services beyond those described in Section 5537 or in Chapter 9 (commencing with Section 7000), unless those services are performed by or under the direct supervision of a person licensed to practice architecture under this chapter, or a professional or civil engineer licensed pursuant to Chapter 7 (commencing with Section 6700) of Division 3, insofar as the professional or civil engineer practices the profession for which he or she is registered under that chapter. However, this section does not prohibit a licensed contractor from performing any of the services permitted by Chapter 9 (commencing with Section 7000) of Division 3 within the classification for which the license is issued. Those services may include the preparation of shop and field drawings for work which he or she has contracted or offered to perform, and designing systems and facilities which are necessary to the completion of contracting services which he or she has contracted or offered to perform. However, a licensed contractor may not use the title “architect,” unless he or she holds a license as required in this chapter. (Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1327, Sec. 6.)
  100. 5537.4.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    A registered professional engineer practicing within the scope of that registration is exempt from this chapter, but may not use the title “architect” unless licensed as required by this chapter.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5537.4. A professional engineer registered to practice engineering under the provisions of Chapter 7 (commencing with Section 6700), insofar as he or she practices the profession for which he or she is registered, is exempt from the provisions of this chapter, except that a professional engineer may not use the title “architect,” unless he or she holds a license as required in this chapter. (Added by renumbering Section 5537.3 by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1327, Sec. 7.5.)
  101. 5537.5.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    A qualified civil engineer is generally exempt from this chapter while practicing the profession for which they are registered, but may not use the title “architect” unless licensed as required.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5537.5. A civil engineer authorized to use that title under the provisions of Chapter 7 (commencing with Section 6700), insofar as he or she practices the profession for which he or she is registered, is exempt from the provisions of this chapter, except that a civil engineer may not use the title “architect,” unless he or she holds a license as required in this chapter. (Added by renumbering Section 5537.4 by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1327, Sec. 8.5.)
  102. 5537.6.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    A registered landscape architect is exempt from this chapter when practicing the profession for which they are registered, but may not use the title “architect” (except “landscape”) unless licensed under this chapter.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5537.6. A landscape architect registered under the provisions of Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 5615), insofar as he or she practices the profession for which he or she is registered, is exempt from the provisions of this chapter, except that a landscape architect may not use the title “architect,” exclusive of the word “landscape,” unless he or she holds a license as required in this chapter. (Added by renumbering Section 5537.5 by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1327, Sec. 9.5.)
  103. 5537.7.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    A licensed land surveyor is exempt from this chapter when practicing the survey profession, but may not use the title “architect” unless also licensed as required here.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5537.7. A land surveyor licensed under the provisions of Chapter 15 (commencing with Section 8700) of Division 3, insofar as he or she practices the profession for which he or she is licensed under Chapter 15 of Division 3, is exempt from the provisions of this chapter, except that a land surveyor may not use the title “architect,” unless he or she holds a license as required in this chapter. (Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1327, Sec. 11.)
  104. 5538.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    The chapter does not prohibit any person from furnishing labor and materials for certain nonstructural or nonseismic storefront, interior, fixture, and related work.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5535 - 5538] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5538. This chapter does not prohibit any person from furnishing either alone or with contractors, if required by Chapter 9 (commencing with Section 7000) of Division 3, labor and materials, with or without plans, drawings, specifications, instruments of service, or other data covering such labor and materials to be used for any of the following: (a) For nonstructural or nonseismic storefronts, interior alterations or additions, fixtures, cabinetwork, furniture, or other appliances or equipment. (b) For any nonstructural or nonseismic work necessary to provide for their installation. (c) For any nonstructural or nonseismic alterations or additions to any building necessary to or attendant upon the installation of those storefronts, interior alterations or additions, fixtures, cabinetwork, furniture, appliances, or equipment, provided those alterations do not change or affect the structural system or safety of the building. (Amended by Stats. 1990, Ch. 396, Sec. 2.)
  105. 554.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 2. HEALING ARTS [500 - 4999.202] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [500 - 865.2] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Ophthalmia Neonatorum [550 - 558] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1937, Ch. 419. )

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    The local health officer must investigate reported and known cases, report ophthalmia neonatorum cases and investigation results to the department in the form the department directs, and follow the department’s rules for carrying out this article.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 2. HEALING ARTS [500 - 4999.202] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [500 - 865.2] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Ophthalmia Neonatorum [550 - 558] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1937, Ch. 419. ) ## 554. The local health officer shall: (a) Investigate each case filed with him in pursuance of this article, and all other cases coming to his attention. (b) Report all cases of ophthalmia neonatorum coming to his knowledge, and the result of all investigations that he makes to the department, in such form as the department directs. (c) Conform to such rules and regulations as the department promulgates for the purpose of carrying out the provisions of this article. (Amended by Stats. 1978, Ch. 429.)
  106. 555.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 2. HEALING ARTS [500 - 4999.202] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [500 - 865.2] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Ophthalmia Neonatorum [550 - 558] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1937, Ch. 419. )

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    The State Department of Health Services must enforce this article, issue needed rules, publish guidance, provide free copies to certain practitioners, keep records of cases, and report violations to the county district attorney.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 2. HEALING ARTS [500 - 4999.202] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [500 - 865.2] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Ophthalmia Neonatorum [550 - 558] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1937, Ch. 419. ) ## 555. The State Department of Health Services shall: (a) Enforce the provisions of this article. (b) Promulgate rules and regulations necessary to carry out properly the provisions of this article. (c) Print and publish any further advice and information concerning the dangers of ophthalmia neonatorum and the necessity for prompt and effective treatment thereof, as it deems necessary. (d) Furnish without cost copies of this article to all physicians, midwives and such other persons as may be lawfully engaged in the practice of obstetrics or assisting at childbirths. (e) Keep a proper record of any and all cases of ophthalmia neonatorum filed in its office in pursuance of this article, and as may come to its attention in any way, and such records shall constitute a part of the biennial report to the Governor and the Legislature. (f) Report any and all violations of this article as may come to its attention to the district attorney of the county wherein any violation of any provision of this article has been committed, for the purpose of prosecution. (Amended by Stats. 1977, Ch. 1252.)
  107. 5550.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5550 - 5559] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    Qualified applicants are entitled to an architecture examination, but they must file an application with the board and pay the fee before taking it.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5550 - 5559] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5550. Subject to the rules and regulations governing examinations, any person who meets the qualifications set forth in this article shall be entitled to an examination for a license to practice architecture. Before taking the examination, the person shall file their application for examination with the board and pay the application fee fixed by this chapter. The fee shall be retained by the board. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 482, Sec. 7. (SB 1452) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  108. 5550.1.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5550 - 5559] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    Applicants for an architecture license must show knowledge and proficiency in exterior and interior barrier-free design, and the board must include and periodically review related exam questions.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5550 - 5559] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5550.1. (a) An applicant for a license to practice architecture shall be required, as part of the examination for licensure, to demonstrate to the board’s satisfaction their knowledge and understanding of and proficiency in exterior and interior barrier free design. (b) The board shall include questions regarding exterior and interior barrier free design as part of the examination. Those questions shall periodically be reviewed by the board to ensure that the examination reflects current regulations and the latest developments in barrier free design. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 482, Sec. 8. (SB 1452) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  109. 5550.2.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5550 - 5559] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    The board may grant a candidate eligibility to take the licensure examination if the candidate is enrolled in an accepted degree program that combines the required licensure experience and examination components.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5550 - 5559] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5550.2. Notwithstanding subdivision (b) of Section 5552, the board may grant eligibility to take the licensure examination to a candidate enrolled in a degree program accepted by the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards that integrates the licensure degree experience and examination components required under this chapter. The eligibility point shall be determined by that degree program. (Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 634, Sec. 3. (SB 1479) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  110. 5550.3.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5550 - 5559] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    The board may adopt guidelines for delegating exam-grading authority, but it may not delegate that authority to noncompliant vendors or parties. A candidate with full credit on all ARE divisions before May 1, 2023, is deemed to have passed the ARE.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5550 - 5559] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5550.3. (a) Notwithstanding Section 111, the board may adopt guidelines for the delegation of its authority to grade the examinations of applicants for licensure to any vendor under contract to the board for provision of an architect’s registration examination. The guidelines shall be within the board’s legal authority to establish the standards for registration in this state, and shall include, but not be limited to: (1) Goals for the appropriate content, development, grading, and administration of an examination, against which the vendor’s rules and procedures can be judged. (2) Procedures through which the board can reasonably assure itself that the vendor adequately meets the goals established by the board. (b) The board shall not delegate its authority to grade the examinations of candidates for registration in this state to any vendor or any party not in compliance with Section 111 or with the guidelines established in subdivision (a). (c) A candidate who received full credit for all divisions of the Architect Registration Examination (ARE) prior to May 1, 2023, shall be deemed to have passed the ARE. (Amended by Stats. 2023, Ch. 510, Sec. 87. (SB 887) Effective January 1, 2024.)
  111. 5550.5.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5550 - 5559] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    The board may accept an architecture license application with a tax identification number instead of a Social Security number if the applicant is not eligible for a Social Security number and is not in noncompliance with a support order.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5550 - 5559] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5550.5. Notwithstanding Section 30 of this code or Section 17520 of the Family Code, the board may accept for processing an application from an individual for an original or renewed license to practice architecture containing an individual tax identification number, or other appropriate identification number as determined by the board, in lieu of a social security number, if the individual is not eligible for a social security account number at the time of application and is not in noncompliance with a judgment or order for support pursuant to Section 17520 of the Family Code. (Added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 317, Sec. 2. (AB 1822) Effective January 1, 2013.)
  112. 5551.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5550 - 5559] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    If the applicant passes the examination, has no listed charges filed against them, and pays the required fee, the board must issue a license.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5550 - 5559] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5551. If the applicant’s examination is satisfactory, and if no charges of having resorted to deception in obtaining the license, or any other violation of the provisions of this chapter have been filed with the board, upon the payment of the license fee fixed by this chapter, the board shall issue a license to the applicant showing that the person named therein is entitled to practice architecture in this state, in accordance with the provisions of this chapter. (Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1223, Sec. 14.)
  113. 5552.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5550 - 5559] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    An architecture license applicant must not have disqualifying acts or crimes under Section 480 and must show eight years of training and educational experience in architectural work.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5550 - 5559] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5552. The applicant for a license to practice architecture shall: (a) Not have committed acts or crimes constituting grounds for denial of a license under Section 480. (b) Furnish evidence of having completed eight years of training and educational experience in architectural work. A five-year degree from a school of architecture approved by the board shall be deemed equivalent to five years of training and educational experience in architectural work. (Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1223, Sec. 15.)
  114. 5552.1.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5550 - 5559] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    Applicants for a license must provide fingerprints and pay the related costs; the board may obtain criminal history information, and it must not release record information except as allowed by state and federal requirements.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5550 - 5559] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5552.1. (a) Pursuant to Section 144, beginning January 1, 2021, the board has the authority to obtain and receive criminal history information. The information obtained as a result of the fingerprinting shall be used in accordance with Section 11105 of the Penal Code and to determine whether the applicant is subject to denial of a license pursuant to Division 1.5 (commencing with Section 475) or Sections 5560 and 5577. (b) As a condition of application for a license, each applicant shall furnish to the Department of Justice a full set of fingerprints for the purpose of conducting a criminal history record check and to undergo a state and federal level criminal offender record information search conducted through the Department of Justice. (c) The board shall request from the Department of Justice subsequent arrest notification service, pursuant to Section 11105 of the Penal Code. (d) The applicant shall pay for the reasonable regulatory costs for furnishing the fingerprints and conducting the searches. (e) The applicant shall certify, under penalty of perjury, when applying for a license, whether the applicant’s fingerprints have been furnished to the Department of Justice in compliance with this section. (f) Failure to comply with the requirements of this section renders the application for a license incomplete, and the application shall not be considered until the applicant demonstrates compliance with all of the requirements of this section. (g) Notwithstanding any other law, the results of any criminal offender record information request by either state or federal law enforcement authorities shall not be released by the board except in accordance with state and federal requirements. (h) This section applies to all applicants subject to this chapter and subdivision (i). (i) As used in this section, the term “applicant” is limited to an initial applicant who has never been registered or licensed by the board or to an applicant for a new licensure or registration category. (j) As a condition of petitioning the board for reinstatement of a revoked or surrendered license, an applicant shall comply with subdivision (a). (Amended by Stats. 2020, Ch. 370, Sec. 6. (SB 1371) Effective January 1, 2021.)
  115. 5552.2.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5550 - 5559] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    The board may ask a licensee for demographic information at initial licensing or renewal, but must keep it confidential and release only aggregate, non-identifying data. Licensees cannot be forced to provide it or disciplined for refusing. Starting January 1, 2025, the board must send aggregate demographic data to the department, which must post it on its website.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5550 - 5559] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5552.2. (a) The board may request that a licensee identify their race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity. The data may be requested when an initial license is issued or at the time of license renewal. (b) The board shall maintain the confidentiality of the information it receives from a licensee under this section and shall only release the information in an aggregate form that cannot be used to identify an individual. (c) A licensee shall not be required to provide the information specified in subdivision (a) as a condition of licensure or license renewal, and a licensee shall not be subject to discipline for not providing the information specified in subdivision (a). (d) The board may publish the aggregate demographic data that it collects pursuant to this section on its internet website. (e) Beginning January 1, 2025, the board shall submit the aggregate demographic data that it collects pursuant to this section to the department. The department shall post the information provided by the board on the department’s website. (Added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 200, Sec. 1. (AB 342) Effective January 1, 2024.)
  116. 5552.5.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5550 - 5559] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    The board may adopt regulations to implement an architectural education and training experience or internship program.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5550 - 5559] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5552.5. The board may, by regulation, implement an architectural education and training experience or internship program. (Amended by Stats. 2019, Ch. 376, Sec. 9. (SB 608) Effective January 1, 2020.)
  117. 5552.6.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5550 - 5559] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    The board may extend a candidate’s application or examination process past the five-year period if the Governor proclaims a state of emergency.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5550 - 5559] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5552.6. (a) The board may extend a candidate’s application or examination process beyond the five-year period described in Section 109 of Title 16 of the California Code of Regulations if a state of emergency is proclaimed by the Governor pursuant to Chapter 7 (commencing with Section 8550) of Division 1 of Title 2 of the Government Code. (b) Any extension granted under subdivision (a) shall be an amount of time sufficient to supplement the time lost due to the state of emergency. (Added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 482, Sec. 9. (SB 1452) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  118. 5553.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5550 - 5559] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    A board or commission may deny a license if it receives evidence that the applicant did an act that would be grounds to suspend or revoke a license.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5550 - 5559] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5553. Issuance of a license may be denied if evidence is received by the board of the commission or doing by the applicant of any act which, if committed or done by the holder of a license, would be grounds for the suspension or revocation of that license. The proceedings under this section shall be conducted in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 5 (commencing with Section 11500) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code. (Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1223, Sec. 16.)
  119. 5554.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5550 - 5559] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    Each certificate must state the name of the person receiving it, and the board must keep a proper index and record of each certificate.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5550 - 5559] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5554. The certificate shall contain the name of the person to whom issued. Proper index and record of each certificate shall be kept by the board. (Amended by Stats. 1984, Ch. 1405, Sec. 16.)
  120. 5555.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5550 - 5559] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    Architecture practice licenses stay valid until they are revoked or suspended for cause, or until they expire under this chapter.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5550 - 5559] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5555. Licenses to practice architecture remain in full force until revoked or suspended for cause, or until they expire, as provided in this chapter. (Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1223, Sec. 17.)
  121. 5557.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5550 - 5559] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    A duplicate architecture license may be issued when the original was lost, destroyed, or mutilated, subject to the board’s rules, and the chapter’s duplicate-license fee must be charged.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5550 - 5559] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5557. A duplicate license to practice architecture, replacing one which has been lost, destroyed, or mutilated, may be issued subject to the rules and regulations of the board. The duplicate license fee fixed by this chapter shall be charged for that issuance. (Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1223, Sec. 18.)
  122. 5558.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5550 - 5559] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    Architecture licensees must file their current contact and business-entity information with the board, and the board must post most of that information on its website.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5550 - 5559] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5558. (a) Each person holding a license to practice architecture under this chapter shall file with the board their current mailing address, email address, and the proper and current name and address of the entity or entities through which they provide architectural services. For purposes of this section, “entity” means any individual, firm, corporation, or limited liability partnership. (b) (1) The board shall post the information obtained in subdivision (a) to its internet website, pursuant to Section 5559, except for email addresses. (2) To protect the privacy of licensees, the email addresses provided to the board pursuant to subdivision (a) shall not be considered a public record and shall not be disclosed pursuant to Section 27 or pursuant to a request under the California Public Records Act (Division 10 (commencing with Section 7920.000) of Title 1 of the Government Code), unless required by an order of a court of competent jurisdiction. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 482, Sec. 10. (SB 1452) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  123. 5559.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5550 - 5559] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    Applicants and licensees with a valid email address must give the board that email address, update it within 30 days of any change, and the board may not disclose those email addresses except under a court order.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5550 - 5559] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5559. (a) Each applicant for examination or licensure who has a valid email address shall report to the board that email address at the time of application. (b) A licensee who has a valid email address shall report that email address to the board at the time of renewal. (c) Each applicant or licensee shall notify the board within 30 days of any change to their email address on file with the board. (d) To protect the privacy of applicants and licensees, the email addresses provided to the board pursuant to subdivisions (a) and (b) shall not be considered a public record and shall not be disclosed pursuant to Section 27 or pursuant to a request under the California Public Records Act (Division 10 (commencing with Section 7920.000) of Title 1 of the Government Code), unless required by an order of a court of competent jurisdiction. (e) Information sent from an email account of the board to a valid email address provided by an applicant or licensee is presumed to have been delivered to the email address provided. (f) For the purposes of this section, “valid email address” means an email address at which the applicant or licensee is currently receiving email at the time the application or license renewal is submitted to the board. (Added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 482, Sec. 11. (SB 1452) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  124. 556.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 2. HEALING ARTS [500 - 4999.202] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [500 - 865.2] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Ophthalmia Neonatorum [550 - 558] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1937, Ch. 419. )

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    Failing to report, treat, record, or follow department rules under this article is a misdemeanor, with fines that increase for repeat offenses.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 2. HEALING ARTS [500 - 4999.202] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [500 - 865.2] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Ophthalmia Neonatorum [550 - 558] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1937, Ch. 419. ) ## 556. The failure of any person mentioned in Section 551 to report, or the failure of any maternity home, hospital, or similar institution, to use the treatment prescribed in Section 551 and to record any and all cases of ophthalmia neonatorum, as directed in Section 553, or the failure or refusal of any person or institution, mentioned in this article, to obey any rule or regulation adopted by the department under this article constitutes a misdemeanor, and upon conviction thereof shall be fined, for the first offense not to exceed one hundred dollars ($100); for a second offense not to exceed two hundred dollars ($200); and for a third offense, and thereafter not to exceed four hundred dollars ($400) for each violation. (Amended by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1092, Sec. 1. Effective September 27, 1983. Operative January 1, 1984, by Sec. 427 of Ch. 1092.)
  125. 5560.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. )

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    The board may investigate architects on its own motion, must investigate when it receives a verified written complaint, and may suspend or revoke an architect’s license for qualifying misconduct.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. ) ## 5560. The board may upon its own motion, and shall upon the verified complaint in writing of any person, investigate the actions of any architect and may temporarily suspend or permanently revoke, the license of any architect who is guilty of, or commits one or more of, the acts or omissions constituting grounds for disciplinary action under this chapter. (Amended by Stats. 1996, Ch. 184, Sec. 9. Effective January 1, 1997.)
  126. 5561.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. )

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    Accusations against licensees must be filed with the board within five years after discovery, and no later than 10 years after the act or omission; for Section 5579 fraud or misrepresentation allegations, filing may occur within three years after discovery by the board.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. ) ## 5561. All accusations against licensees charging the holder of a license issued under this chapter with the commission of any act constituting a cause for disciplinary action shall be filed with the board within five years after the board discovers, or through the use of reasonable diligence should have discovered, the act or omission alleged as the ground for disciplinary action, whichever occurs first, but not more than 10 years after the act or omission alleged as the ground for disciplinary action. However, with respect to an accusation alleging a violation of Section 5579, the accusation may be filed within three years after the discovery by the board of the alleged facts constituting the fraud or misrepresentation prohibited by Section 5579. (Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1223, Sec. 20.)
  127. 5561.5.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. )

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    License suspension or revocation proceedings under this article must follow the cited Government Code procedures, and the board has the powers granted there.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. ) ## 5561.5. The proceedings for the suspension or revocation of licenses under this article shall be conducted in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 5 (commencing with Section 11500) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code, and the board shall have all the powers granted therein. (Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1223, Sec. 21.)
  128. 5565.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. )

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    The board may suspend an architect’s license, let unfinished contracts be completed, impose conditions, block restoration applications until conditions are met, and fine the license holder up to $5,000.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. ) ## 5565. The board’s decision may do the following: (a) Provide for the immediate complete suspension by the holder of the license of all operations as an architect during the period fixed by the decision. (b) Permit the holder of the license to complete any or all contracts for the performance of architectural services shown by evidence taken at the hearing to be then unfinished. (c) Impose upon the holder of the license compliance with any specific conditions as may be just in connection with their operations as an architect disclosed at the hearing, and may further provide that until those conditions are complied with no application for restoration of the suspended or revoked license shall be accepted by the board. (d) Assess a fine not to exceed five thousand dollars ($5,000) against the holder of a license for any of the causes specified in Section 5577. A fine may be assessed in lieu of, or in addition to, a suspension or revocation. All fines collected pursuant to this subdivision shall be deposited to the credit of the California Architects Board Fund. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 482, Sec. 12. (SB 1452) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  129. 557.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 2. HEALING ARTS [500 - 4999.202] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [500 - 865.2] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Ophthalmia Neonatorum [550 - 558] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1937, Ch. 419. )

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    For a physician, midwife, or professionally employed person, a third conviction can justify revocation of the person’s license by the board with jurisdiction.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 2. HEALING ARTS [500 - 4999.202] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [500 - 865.2] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Ophthalmia Neonatorum [550 - 558] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1937, Ch. 419. ) ## 557. If the person is a physician, midwife, or is a person who is professionally employed, the third conviction is sufficient cause for the revocation of his license by the board which has jurisdiction over it. (Added by Stats. 1937, Ch. 419.)
  130. 5570.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. )

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    In a court review proceeding, the court may let a licensed architect keep practicing if a proper bond is filed; otherwise, there is no stay of the board’s decision on appeal or review.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. ) ## 5570. In any proceeding for review by a court, the court may permit, in its discretion, upon the filing of a proper bond by the holder of the license in an amount to be fixed by the court, guaranteeing the compliance by the holder of the license with specific conditions imposed upon them by the board’s decision, if any, the holder of the license to continue to practice as an architect pending entry of judgment by the court in the case. There shall be no stay of the board’s decision pending an appeal or review of any proceeding, unless the appellant or applicant for review files a bond in all respects conditioned as, and similar to, the bond required to stay the effect of the board’s decision in the first instance. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 482, Sec. 13. (SB 1452) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  131. 5571.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. )

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    A superior court judgment suspending or canceling a certificate can be appealed or reviewed. No stay is allowed during appeal or review unless a bond is filed, and the court clerk must mail notice of the final judgment to the board’s executive officer within 10 days.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. ) ## 5571. A judgment of suspension or cancellation of a certificate by the superior court shall be subject to appeal or review in accordance with the provisions of law as to appeal from or review of judgments of superior courts. There shall be no stay of execution or enforcement of the judgment pending any proceedings on appeal or review unless the appellant or applicant for review shall file a bond in all respects conditioned as, and similar to, the bond required to stay the effect of the board’s decision in the first instance. The clerk of the court whose judgment has become final shall, within 10 days after its entry, transmit, by regular United States mail, to the executive officer of the board a notice containing information as to the affirmance, modification, or reversal of the judgment of the superior court in the matter. (Amended by Stats. 1984, Ch. 47, Sec. 47. Effective March 21, 1984.)
  132. 5573.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. )

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    After a license is suspended, the board may reinstate it, but the holder cannot practice architecture while it remains suspended; if reinstated after expiration, the holder must pay a reinstatement fee.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. ) ## 5573. After suspension of a license upon any of the grounds set forth in this chapter, the board may reinstate the license upon proof of compliance by the architect with all provisions of the decision as to reinstatement or, in the absence of that decision or any provisions therein as to reinstatement, in the sound discretion of the board. A license which has been suspended is subject to expiration and shall be renewed as provided in this chapter, but that renewal does not entitle the holder of the license, while the license remains suspended and until it is reinstated, to practice architecture, or to engage in any other activity or conduct in violation of the order or judgment by which the license was suspended. A revoked license is subject to expiration as provided in this chapter, but it may not be renewed. If it is reinstated after its expiration, the holder of the license, as a condition precedent to its reinstatement, shall pay a reinstatement fee in an amount equal to the renewal fee in effect on the last regular renewal date before the date on which it is reinstated, plus the delinquency fee, if any, accrued at the time of its revocation. (Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1223, Sec. 25.)
  133. 5577.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. )

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    A conviction for a crime substantially related to an architect’s qualifications, functions, or duties can lead to disciplinary action against the license holder.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. ) ## 5577. The conviction of a crime substantially related to the qualifications, functions, and duties of an architect by the holder of a license constitutes a ground for disciplinary action. The record of conviction, or a certified copy thereof certified by the clerk of the court or by the judge in whose court the conviction is obtained, is conclusive evidence of the conviction. A plea or verdict of guilty or a conviction following a plea of nolo contendere is deemed to be a conviction within the meaning of this section. The board may order the license suspended or revoked, or may decline to issue a license, when the time for appeal has elapsed, the judgment of conviction has been affirmed on appeal, or an order granting probation is made suspending the imposition of sentence, irrespective of a subsequent order under the provisions of Section 1203.4 of the Penal Code allowing the person to withdraw his or her plea of guilty and to enter a plea of not guilty, or setting aside the verdict of guilty, or dismissing the accusation, information, or indictment. (Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1223, Sec. 26.)
  134. 5578.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. )

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    If a license holder practices in violation of this chapter, that can be grounds for disciplinary action.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. ) ## 5578. The fact that the holder of a license is practicing in violation of the provisions of this chapter constitutes a ground for disciplinary action. (Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1223, Sec. 27.)
  135. 5579.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. )

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    A license obtained by fraud or misrepresentation can be grounds for disciplinary action.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. ) ## 5579. The fact that the holder of a license has obtained the license by fraud or misrepresentation, or that the person named in the license has obtained it by fraud or misrepresentation constitutes a ground for disciplinary action. (Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1223, Sec. 28.)
  136. 558.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 2. HEALING ARTS [500 - 4999.202] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [500 - 865.2] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Ophthalmia Neonatorum [550 - 558] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1937, Ch. 419. )

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    Half of fines collected under this article go to the county where the prosecution occurred, and the other half goes to the state treasury for a special fund used by the department to carry out this article.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 2. HEALING ARTS [500 - 4999.202] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [500 - 865.2] ( Chapter 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 399. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Ophthalmia Neonatorum [550 - 558] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1937, Ch. 419. ) ## 558. One-half of all fines collected hereunder shall go to the county wherein the prosecution was had, and the remaining one-half thereof shall go into the state treasury and constitute a special fund to be expended by the department for the purposes of carrying out the provisions of this article. (Amended by Stats. 1978, Ch. 429.)
  137. 5580.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. )

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    A license holder may be subject to disciplinary action if they impersonate an architect or former architect with the same or a similar name, or if they practice under an assumed, fictitious, or corporate name.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. ) ## 5580. The fact that the holder of a license is impersonating an architect or former architect of the same or similar name, or is practicing under an assumed, fictitious, or corporate name, constitutes a ground for disciplinary action. (Amended by Stats. 1996, Ch. 184, Sec. 10. Effective January 1, 1997.)
  138. 5582.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. )

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    A license holder who aids or abets unauthorized architecture practice may be subject to disciplinary action.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. ) ## 5582. The fact that the holder of a license has aided or abetted in the practice of architecture any person not authorized to practice architecture under the provisions of this chapter, constitutes a ground for disciplinary action. (Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1223, Sec. 30.)
  139. 5582.1.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. )

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    A license holder may face disciplinary action for signing service documents they did not prepare or did not have under their responsible control, or for allowing their name to be used to help someone evade this chapter.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. ) ## 5582.1. (a) The fact that the holder of a license has affixed their signature to plans, drawings, specifications, or other instruments of service which have not been prepared by them, or under their responsible control, constitutes a ground for disciplinary action. (b) The fact that the holder of a license has permitted their name to be used for the purpose of assisting any person to evade the provisions of this chapter constitutes a ground for disciplinary action. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 482, Sec. 14. (SB 1452) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  140. 5583.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. )

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    If a license holder commits fraud or deceit while practicing architecture, that can be grounds for disciplinary action.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. ) ## 5583. The fact that, in the practice of architecture, the holder of a license has been guilty of fraud or deceit constitutes a ground for disciplinary action. (Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1223, Sec. 32.)
  141. 5584.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. )

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    A licensed architect may face disciplinary action for negligence or willful misconduct in the practice of architecture.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. ) ## 5584. The fact that, in the practice of architecture, the holder of a license has been guilty of negligence or willful misconduct constitutes a ground for disciplinary action. (Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1223, Sec. 33.)
  142. 5585.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. )

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    A licensed architect may face disciplinary action for incompetency or recklessness in the practice of architecture.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. ) ## 5585. The fact that in the practice of architecture the holder of a license has been guilty of incompetency or recklessness constitutes a ground for disciplinary action. (Amended by Stats. 1996, Ch. 184, Sec. 12. Effective January 1, 1997.)
  143. 5586.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. )

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    A licensed architect may face disciplinary action if a public agency has already disciplined them for related conduct.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. ) ## 5586. The fact that the holder of a license has had disciplinary action taken by any public agency for any act substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties as an architect constitutes a ground for disciplinary action. (Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 258, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 1995.)
  144. 5586.5.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. )

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    A license holder who serves as a qualified professional certifier can face disciplinary action for making a false statement in a certification submission.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. ) ## 5586.5. The fact that the holder of a license who serves as a qualified professional certifier, as defined in Section 66345.1 of the Government Code, makes any false statement in a certification submission pursuant to Chapter 14 (commencing with Section 66345) of Division 1 of Title 7 of the Government Code constitutes grounds for disciplinary action. (Added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 470, Sec. 1. (AB 671) Effective January 1, 2026.)
  145. 5587.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. )

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    The board may investigate people using the title “architect-in-training” and may suspend or revoke that authorization for listed misconduct or supervision failures.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. ) ## 5587. (a) The board may, upon its own initiative or upon the receipt of a complaint, investigate the actions of any person using the title “architect-in-training” pursuant to Section 5500.2, and make findings for those purposes. (b) The board may suspend or revoke an active authorization to use the title “architect-in-training” approved pursuant to Section 5500.2 for any of the following reasons: (1) There is no longer a licensed architect responsible for supervising the person using the title “architect-in-training,” regardless of who ended the supervisory arrangement. (2) The person using the title “architect-in-training” committed any act of fraud, deceit, or misrepresentation in obtaining the authorization to use that title. (3) The person using the title “architect-in-training” violated any provision of this chapter or any regulation adopted by the board related to this chapter, or aids or abets any person in the violation of this chapter or those regulations. (c) This section shall become operative on January 1, 2027. (d) This section shall remain in effect only until January 1, 2037, and as of that date is repealed. (Added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 380, Sec. 2. (AB 759) Effective January 1, 2026. Operative January 1, 2027. Repealed as of January 1, 2037, by its own provisions.)
  146. 5587.5.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. )

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    A licensed architect supervising an “architect-in-training” may face disciplinary action if that person violates this chapter in the course and scope of employment.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. ) ## 5587.5. (a) A licensed architect who is responsible for supervising a person using the title “architect-in-training” pursuant to Section 5500.2 shall be subject to disciplinary actions for any violations of this chapter committed by the person using that title within the course and scope of their employment. (b) This section shall become operative on January 1, 2027. (c) This section shall remain in effect only until January 1, 2037, and as of that date is repealed. (Added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 380, Sec. 3. (AB 759) Effective January 1, 2026. Operative January 1, 2027. Repealed as of January 1, 2037, by its own provisions.)
  147. 5588.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. )

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    A licensee must report certain qualifying adverse actions to the board in writing within 30 days after learning of them.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. ) ## 5588. (a) A licensee shall report to the board in writing within 30 days of the date the licensee has knowledge of any civil action judgment, settlement, arbitration award, or administrative action resulting in a judgment, settlement, or arbitration award against the licensee in any action alleging fraud, deceit, negligence, incompetence, or recklessness by the licensee in the practice of architecture if the amount or value of the judgment, settlement, or arbitration award is five thousand dollars ($5,000) or greater. (b) The report required by subdivision (a) shall be signed by the licensee and shall set forth the facts that constitute the reportable event. If the reportable event involves the action of an administrative agency or court, the report shall set forth all of the following: (1) The title of the matter. (2) The court or agency name. (3) The docket number. (4) The claim or file number. (5) The date on which the reportable event occurred. (c) A licensee shall promptly respond to oral or written inquiries from the board concerning the reportable events, including inquiries made by the board in conjunction with license renewal. (d) Failure of a licensee to report to the board in the time and manner required by this section shall be grounds for disciplinary action. (e) Any licensee who fails to comply with this section may be subject to a civil penalty of not less than one hundred dollars ($100) and not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000) as an additional intermediate sanction imposed by the board in lieu of revoking the licensee’s license. Any licensee who knowingly and intentionally fails to comply with this section may be subject to a civil penalty of up to twenty thousand dollars ($20,000) as an additional intermediate sanction imposed by the board in lieu of revoking the licensee’s license. (Amended by Stats. 2006, Ch. 564, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 2007.)
  148. 5588.1.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. )

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    Certain insurers and self-insured government agencies must report specified payment information to the board within 30 days when a covered judgment, settlement, or arbitration award of at least $5,000 is paid.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. ) ## 5588.1. (a) Within 30 days of payment of all or any portion of a civil action judgment, settlement, or arbitration award described in Section 5588 against a licensee of the board in which the amount or value of the judgment, settlement, or arbitration award is five thousand dollars ($5,000) or greater, any insurer providing professional liability insurance to that licensee or architectural entity shall report to the board all of the following: (1) The name of the licensee. (2) The claim or file number. (3) The amount or value of the judgment, settlement, or arbitration award. (4) The amount paid by the insurer. (5) The identity of the payee. (b) Within 30 days of payment of all or any portion of any civil action judgment, settlement, or arbitration award described in Section 5588 against a licensee of the board in which the amount or value of the judgment, settlement, or arbitration award is five thousand dollars ($5,000) or greater, any state or local governmental agency that self insures that licensee shall report to the board all of the following: (1) The name of the licensee. (2) The claim or file number. (3) The amount or value of the judgment, settlement, or arbitration award. (4) The amount paid. (5) The identity of the payee. (Added by Stats. 2005, Ch. 506, Sec. 21. Effective October 4, 2005.)
  149. 5588.2.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. )

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    This section says the requirements of Sections 5588 and 5588.1 apply when the civil or administrative matter involves certain entities and a licensee was an owner, partner, member, officer, or employee with responsible control of the project portion at issue.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. ) ## 5588.2. The requirements of Section 5588 and 5588.1 shall apply if a party to the civil action, settlement, arbitration award, or administrative action is or was a sole proprietorship, partnership, firm, corporation, or state or local governmental agency in which a licensee is or was an owner, partner, member, officer, or employee and is or was a licensee in responsible control of that portion of the project that was the subject of the civil judgment, settlement, arbitration award, or administrative action. (Added by Stats. 2005, Ch. 506, Sec. 22. Effective October 4, 2005.)
  150. 5588.3.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. )

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    A licensee is not treated as violating a confidential settlement agreement or other confidential agreement when making a report to the board as required by this article.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. ) ## 5588.3. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a licensee shall not be considered to have violated a confidential settlement agreement or other confidential agreement by providing a report to the board as required by this article. (Added by Stats. 2005, Ch. 506, Sec. 23. Effective October 4, 2005.)
  151. 5588.4.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. )

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    The board may adopt regulations to further define the reporting requirements of Sections 5588 and 5588.1.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. ) ## 5588.4. The board may adopt regulations to further define the reporting requirements of Sections 5588 and 5588.1. (Added by Stats. 2005, Ch. 506, Sec. 24. Effective October 4, 2005.)
  152. 5590.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. )

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    A court clerk must report certain judgments about a license holder to the board within 10 days, unless the judge excuses the report.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Disciplinary Proceedings [5560 - 5590] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 831. ) ## 5590. Within 10 days after a judgment by a court of this state that a license holder has committed a crime or is liable for any death, personal or property injury, or loss caused by the license holder’s fraud, deceit, negligence, incompetency, or recklessness in practice, the clerk of the court which rendered the judgment shall report that fact to the board. However, if the judge who tried the matter finds that it does not relate to the defendant’s professional competence or integrity, the judge may, by order, dispense with the requirement that the report be sent. (Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1223, Sec. 37.)
  153. 5600.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Revenue [5600 - 5604] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    Licenses under this chapter expire after two years, and a licenseholder must renew an unexpired license before it expires by using the board’s form and paying the renewal fee.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Revenue [5600 - 5604] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5600. (a) All licenses issued or renewed under this chapter shall expire two years from the last day of the month in which the license was issued or two years from the date on which the renewed license last expired. (b) To renew an unexpired license, the licenseholder shall, before the time at which the license would otherwise expire, apply for renewal on a form prescribed by the board and pay the renewal fee prescribed by this chapter. (c) The renewal form shall include a statement specifying whether the licensee was convicted of a crime or disciplined by another public agency during the preceding renewal period and that the licensee’s representations on the renewal form are true, correct, and contain no material omissions of fact, to the best knowledge and belief of the licensee. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 482, Sec. 15. (SB 1452) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  154. 5600.05.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Revenue [5600 - 5604] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    License renewal requires continuing education, recordkeeping, and possible board audits.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Revenue [5600 - 5604] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5600.05. (a) (1) As a condition of license renewal, a licensee shall complete continuing education coursework pursuant to paragraph (2). (2) (A) Five hours of coursework regarding disability access requirements. The coursework shall include information and practical guidance concerning requirements imposed by the federal Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (Public Law 101-336; 42 U.S.C. Sec. 12101 et seq.), state laws that govern access to public facilities, and federal and state regulations adopted pursuant to those laws. Coursework provided pursuant to this subparagraph shall be presented by trainers or educators with knowledge and expertise in these requirements. The board shall promulgate regulations to establish qualifications for courses and course providers by January 1, 2023. (B) Five hours of coursework regarding zero net carbon design for all renewals occurring on or after January 1, 2023. The coursework shall be presented by trainers or educators with knowledge and expertise in these design requirements. The board shall adopt regulations to establish qualifications for courses and course providers by July 1, 2024. (b) The board may audit the records of a licensee to verify the completion of the coursework requirements of subdivision (a). A licensee shall maintain records of completion of the required coursework for two years from the date of license renewal, containing the following information: course title, subjects covered, name of provider and trainer or educator, date of completion, number of hours completed, and a statement about the trainer’s or educator’s knowledge and experience background. A licensee shall make those records available to the board for auditing upon request. A licensee who provides false or misleading information as it relates specifically to the requirements of this subdivision shall be subject to an administrative citation, which may include an administrative fine pursuant to Section 125.9, or to disciplinary action by the board. (c) The board shall audit at least 3 percent of the license renewals received each year to verify the completion of the continuing education requirements of this section. (d) A continuing education provider may submit evidence of coursework to the board directly. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 176, Sec. 1. (AB 1010) Effective January 1, 2022.)
  155. 5600.1.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Revenue [5600 - 5604] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    The board must send written renewal notices to licensees 30 days before the regular renewal date, and 90 days before the fifth-year expiration if the renewal fee has not been paid. It must also notify licensees about materials on barrier-free design requirements.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Revenue [5600 - 5604] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5600.1. (a) The board shall give written notice to a licensee 30 days in advance of the regular renewal date and shall give written notice 90 days in advance of the expiration of the fifth year that a renewal fee has not been paid. (b) The board shall also notify licensees of the availability of abstract and other informational materials on requirements for interior and exterior barrier-free design to permit access to and use of the architectural environment by the physically handicapped. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 482, Sec. 16. (SB 1452) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  156. 5600.2.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Revenue [5600 - 5604] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    An expired license may be renewed within 5 years if the renewal application is filed on the board’s form and all unpaid renewal fees are paid; if renewal is more than 30 days late, the licenseholder must also pay a delinquency fee.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Revenue [5600 - 5604] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5600.2. Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, a license which has expired may be renewed at any time within five years after its expiration on filing of application for renewal on a form prescribed by the board, and payment of all accrued and unpaid renewal fees. If a license is renewed more than 30 days after its expiration, the licenseholder, as a condition precedent to renewal, shall also pay the delinquency fee prescribed by this chapter. Renewal under this section shall be effective on the date on which the application is filed, on the date on which the renewal fee is paid, or on the date on which the delinquency fee, if any, is paid, whichever last occurs. If so renewed, the license shall continue in effect through the expiration date provided in this chapter which next occurs after the effective date of the renewal, when it shall expire if it is not again renewed. (Amended by Stats. 1991, Ch. 566, Sec. 10.)
  157. 5600.3.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Revenue [5600 - 5604] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    An expired license that was not renewed within five years after expiration cannot be renewed, restored, reissued, or reinstated. A holder may get a new license only if they pay all fees and meet the original-license requirements, with stated exceptions.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Revenue [5600 - 5604] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5600.3. A license which is not renewed within five years after its expiration may not be renewed, restored, reissued, or reinstated thereafter. The holder of the expired license may apply for and obtain a new license only if they pay all of the fees, and meet all of the requirements set forth in this chapter for obtaining an original license, except as follows: (a) An examination shall not be required if the expired license was issued without an examination. (b) Examination may be waived by the board if it finds that with due regard for the public interest, the holder of the expired license is qualified to practice architecture. (c) The holder of the expired license shall not be required to meet the qualifications set forth in this chapter relating to education. The board may, by regulation, authorize the waiver or refund of all or any part of the application fee paid by a person to whom a license is issued without an examination under this section. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 482, Sec. 17. (SB 1452) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  158. 5600.4.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Revenue [5600 - 5604] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    The board must issue a retired license to eligible architects who apply and pay the required fee. Retired license holders cannot do work that requires an active architect’s license, may use the titles “architect retired” or “retired architect,” do not have to renew the retired license, and must comply with Sections 5600.2 or 5600.3 to return to active status.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Revenue [5600 - 5604] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5600.4. (a) The board shall issue, upon application and payment of the fee fixed by this chapter, a retired license to an architect who holds a license that is current and active or capable of being renewed pursuant to Section 5600.2 and whose license is not suspended, revoked, or otherwise punitively restricted by the board or subject to disciplinary action under this chapter. (b) The holder of a retired license issued pursuant to this section shall not engage in any activity for which an active architect’s license is required. An architect holding a retired license shall be permitted to use the title “architect retired” or “retired architect.” (c) The holder of a retired license shall not be required to renew that license. (d) In order for the holder of a retired license issued pursuant to this section to restore their license to active status, the holder of a retired license shall comply with Section 5600.2 or 5600.3, as applicable. (Amended by Stats. 2020, Ch. 312, Sec. 44. (SB 1474) Effective January 1, 2021.)
  159. 5601.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Revenue [5600 - 5604] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    The department must pay collected fees into the State Treasury for the California Architects Board Fund within 10 days after each month begins.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Revenue [5600 - 5604] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5601. Within 10 days after the beginning of every month, all fees collected by the department for the month preceding, under the provisions of this chapter, shall be paid into the State Treasury to the credit of the California Architects Board Fund. (Amended by Stats. 2000, Ch. 1054, Sec. 14. Effective January 1, 2001.)
  160. 5602.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Revenue [5600 - 5604] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    Money in the California Architects Board Fund must be used as the law requires to pay the board’s expenses for carrying out and enforcing this chapter.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Revenue [5600 - 5604] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5602. The money paid into the California Architects Board Fund, which is hereby continued in existence, shall be used in the manner prescribed by law to defray the expenses of the board in carrying out and enforcing the provisions of this chapter. (Amended by Stats. 2000, Ch. 1054, Sec. 15. Effective January 1, 2001.)
  161. 5603.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Revenue [5600 - 5604] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    The board must provide an official roster of licensees and let the public inspect it; it may charge a fee above actual cost only outside local building departments, and collected fees must go to the California Architects Board Fund.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Revenue [5600 - 5604] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5603. The board shall make available to local building departments, and others upon request, an official roster listing the name, license number, and address of all its licensees issued licenses pursuant to this chapter and who are in good standing. The roster shall be open to inspection by the public during office hours of the board. Except for local building departments, the board may charge a fee for the maintenance, publication, and distribution of the roster, not to exceed the actual cost. All fees collected pursuant to this section shall be deposited in the California Architects Board Fund. (Amended by Stats. 2000, Ch. 1054, Sec. 16. Effective January 1, 2001.)
  162. 5604.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Revenue [5600 - 5604] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. )

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    This section sets the fees for architect applicants and licenseholders, and lets the board raise several of those fees by regulation within stated caps.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Revenue [5600 - 5604] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## 5604. The fees prescribed by this chapter for architect applicants or architect licenseholders shall be fixed by the board as follows: (a) The application fee for reviewing a candidate’s eligibility to take any section of the examination shall be one hundred dollars ($100). The board may adopt regulations to set the fee at a higher amount, up to a maximum of one hundred fifty dollars ($150). (b) The fee for any section of the examination administered by the board shall be one hundred dollars ($100). The board may adopt regulations to set the fee at a higher amount, up to a maximum of one hundred fifty dollars ($150). (c) The fee for an original license at an amount equal to the renewal fee in effect at the time the license is issued, except that, if the license is issued less than one year before the date on which it will expire, then the fee shall be fixed at an amount equal to 50 percent of the renewal fee in effect at the time the license is issued. The board may, by appropriate regulation, provide for the waiver or refund of the fee for an original license if the license is issued less than 45 days before the date on which it will expire. (d) The fee for an application for reciprocity shall be one hundred dollars ($100). The board may adopt regulations to set the fee at a higher amount, up to a maximum of two hundred fifty dollars ($250). (e) The fee for a duplicate license shall be twenty-five dollars ($25). The board may adopt regulations to set the fee at a higher amount, up to a maximum of fifty dollars ($50). (f) The renewal fee shall be four hundred dollars ($400). The board may adopt regulations to set the fee at a higher amount, up to a maximum of six hundred dollars ($600). (g) The delinquency fee may not exceed 50 percent of the renewal fee. (h) The fee for a retired license shall be one hundred fifty dollars ($150) and shall not exceed the fee prescribed in subdivision (c). (i) The fee for a license certification shall not exceed forty dollars ($40). (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 482, Sec. 18. (SB 1452) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  163. 5610.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Architectural Corporations [5610 - 5610.7] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 594, Sec. 1. )

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    A professional architectural corporation is one that is authorized to provide professional services only if it complies with the specified professional corporation laws, this article, and other applicable statutes and regulations.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Architectural Corporations [5610 - 5610.7] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 594, Sec. 1. ) ## 5610. A professional architectural corporation is a corporation which is authorized to render professional services, as defined in Section 13401 of the Corporations Code, so long as that corporation and its shareholders, officers, directors, and employees rendering professional services who are licensed architects, are in compliance with the Moscone-Knox Professional Corporation Act (Part 4 (commencing with Section 13400) of Division 3 of Title 1 of the Corporations Code), this article, and all other statutes and regulations pertaining to the corporation and the conduct of its affairs. With respect to an architectural corporation, the governmental agency referred to in the Moscone-Knox Professional Corporation Act is the California Architects Board. (Amended by Stats. 2000, Ch. 1054, Sec. 17. Effective January 1, 2001.)
  164. 5610.2.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Architectural Corporations [5610 - 5610.7] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 594, Sec. 1. )

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    Licensed persons under this chapter must not violate, try to violate, help violate, or conspire to violate the Moscone-Knox Professional Corporation Act, this article, or related regulations.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Architectural Corporations [5610 - 5610.7] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 594, Sec. 1. ) ## 5610.2. It is unprofessional conduct and a violation of this chapter, punishable as specified in Section 5560, for any person licensed under this chapter to violate, attempt to violate, directly or indirectly, or assist in or abet the violation of, or conspire to violate, the Moscone-Knox Professional Corporation Act, this article, or any regulation adopted pursuant to those provisions. (Repealed and added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 571, Sec. 4.)
  165. 5610.3.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Architectural Corporations [5610 - 5610.7] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 594, Sec. 1. )

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    A professional architectural corporation’s name, including any service name it uses, must be limited to certain shareholder or predecessor-associated names and must also include specified architectural wording.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Architectural Corporations [5610 - 5610.7] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 594, Sec. 1. ) ## 5610.3. The name of a professional architectural corporation and any name or names under which it may be rendering professional services shall contain and be restricted to the name or the last name of one or more of the present, prospective, or former shareholders, or of persons who were associated with a predecessor person, partnership, or other organization and whose name or names appeared in the name of the predecessor organization, and shall include either (1) the words “architectural corporation” or (2) the word “architect” or “architects” and wording or abbreviations denoting corporate existence. (Amended by Stats. 1991, Ch. 566, Sec. 15.)
  166. 5610.4.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Architectural Corporations [5610 - 5610.7] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 594, Sec. 1. )

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    Each director, shareholder, and officer of a professional architectural corporation must be a licensed person, except as provided in Section 13403 of the Corporations Code.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Architectural Corporations [5610 - 5610.7] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 594, Sec. 1. ) ## 5610.4. Except as provided in Section 13403 of the Corporations Code, each director, shareholder, and officer of a professional architectural corporation shall be a licensed person as defined in the Moscone-Knox Professional Corporation Act. (Amended by Stats. 1991, Ch. 566, Sec. 16.)
  167. 5610.5.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Architectural Corporations [5610 - 5610.7] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 594, Sec. 1. )

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    A professional architectural corporation’s income from services performed while a shareholder is a disqualified person may not benefit that shareholder or their shares.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Architectural Corporations [5610 - 5610.7] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 594, Sec. 1. ) ## 5610.5. The income of a professional architectural corporation attributable to professional services rendered while a shareholder is a disqualified person, as defined in the Moscone-Knox Professional Corporation Act (Part 4 (commencing with Section 13400) of Division 3 of Title 1 of the Corporations Code), shall not in any manner accrue to the benefit of that shareholder or their shares in the professional architectural corporation. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 482, Sec. 19. (SB 1452) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  168. 5610.6.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Architectural Corporations [5610 - 5610.7] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 594, Sec. 1. )

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    A professional architectural corporation may not engage in conduct that would be unprofessional conduct under any applicable statute, rule, or regulation, and it must follow those rules in its practice as if licensed under Section 5551.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Architectural Corporations [5610 - 5610.7] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 594, Sec. 1. ) ## 5610.6. A professional architectural corporation shall not do or fail to do any act the doing of which or the failure to do which would constitute unprofessional conduct under any statute, rule, or regulation now or hereafter in effect. In the conduct of its practice, it shall observe and be bound by those statutes, rules, and regulations to the same extent as a person holding a license under Section 5551. (Amended by Stats. 1991, Ch. 566, Sec. 18.)
  169. 5610.7.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Architectural Corporations [5610 - 5610.7] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 594, Sec. 1. )

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    The board may make and enforce rules for architectural corporations, including rules requiring stock owned by a disqualified or deceased person to be sold and requiring adequate client-claim security.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Architecture [5500 - 5610.7] ( Chapter 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 33. ) ## ARTICLE 7. Architectural Corporations [5610 - 5610.7] ( Article 7 added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 594, Sec. 1. ) ## 5610.7. The board may formulate and enforce rules and regulations to carry out the purposes and objectives of this article, including rules and regulations requiring (a) that the articles of incorporation or bylaws of an architectural corporation shall include a provision whereby the capital stock of the corporation owned by a disqualified person (as defined in the Moscone-Knox Professional Corporation Act), or a deceased person, shall be sold to the corporation or to the remaining shareholders of the corporation within the time as those rules and regulations may provide, and (b) that an architectural corporation shall provide adequate security by insurance or otherwise for claims against it by its clients arising out of the rendering of professional services. (Amended by Stats. 1991, Ch. 566, Sec. 19.)
  170. 5615.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [5615 - 5616] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. )

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    This section defines who counts as a landscape architect and describes the kind of professional services that make up landscape architecture.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [5615 - 5616] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## 5615. As used in this chapter: “Landscape architect” means a person who holds a license to practice landscape architecture in this state under the authority of this chapter. A person who practices landscape architecture within the meaning and intent of this article is a person who offers or performs professional services, for the purpose of landscape preservation, development and enhancement, such as consultation, investigation, reconnaissance, research, planning, design, preparation of drawings, construction documents and specifications, and responsible construction observation. Landscape preservation, development and enhancement is the dominant purpose of services provided by landscape architects. Implementation of that purpose includes: (1) the preservation and aesthetic and functional enhancement of land uses and natural land features; (2) the location and construction of aesthetically pleasing and functional approaches and settings for structures and roadways; and, (3) design for trails and pedestrian walkway systems, plantings, landscape irrigation, landscape lighting, landscape grading and landscape drainage. Landscape architects perform professional work in planning and design of land for human use and enjoyment. Based on analyses of environmental physical and social characteristics, and economic considerations, they produce overall plans and landscape project designs for integrated land use. The practice of a landscape architect may, for the purpose of landscape preservation, development and enhancement, include: investigation, selection, and allocation of land and water resources for appropriate uses; feasibility studies; formulation of graphic and written criteria to govern the planning and design of land construction programs; preparation review, and analysis of master plans for land use and development; production of overall site plans, landscape grading and landscape drainage plans, irrigation plans, planting plans, and construction details; specifications; cost estimates and reports for land development; collaboration in the design of roads, bridges, and structures with respect to the functional and aesthetic requirements of the areas on which they are to be placed; negotiation and arrangement for execution of land area projects; field observation and inspection of land area construction, restoration, and maintenance. This practice shall include the location, arrangement, and design of those tangible objects and features as are incidental and necessary to the purposes outlined herein. Nothing herein shall preclude a duly licensed landscape architect from planning the development of land areas and elements used thereon or from performing any of the services described in this section in connection with the settings, approaches, or environment for buildings, structures, or facilities, in accordance with the accepted public standards of health, safety, and welfare. This chapter shall not empower a landscape architect, licensed under this chapter, to practice, or offer to practice, architecture or engineering in any of its various recognized branches. (Amended by Stats. 2006, Ch. 564, Sec. 9. Effective January 1, 2007.)
  171. 5616.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [5615 - 5616] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. )

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    Landscape architects must use a written contract for client services, and the contract must be signed before work starts unless the client gives written permission to begin earlier.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [5615 - 5616] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## 5616. (a) A landscape architect shall use a written contract when contracting to provide professional services to a client pursuant to this chapter. The written contract shall be executed by the landscape architect and the client, or their representatives, prior to the landscape architect commencing work, unless the client knowingly states in writing that work may be commenced before the contract is executed. The written contract shall include, but not be limited to, all of the following: (1) A description of the project for which the client is seeking services. (2) A description of the services to be provided by the landscape architect to the client. (3) A description of any basis of compensation applicable to the contract, including the total price that is required to complete the contract, and the method of payment agreed upon by both parties. (4) A statement in at least 12-point type that reads: “Landscape architects are licensed by the Landscape Architects Technical Committee located at 2420 Del Paso Road, Suite 105, Sacramento, CA 95834.” (5) The name, address, and license number of the landscape architect, the name and address of the client, and project address. (6) A description of the procedure that the landscape architect and client will use to accommodate additional services. (7) A description of the procedure to be used by either party to terminate the contract. (8) A description of the procedure that the landscape architect and the client will use to accommodate contract changes, including, but not limited to, changes in the description of the project, in the description of the services, or in the description of the compensation, total price, and method of payment. (9) A statement identifying the ownership and use of instruments of service prepared by the landscape architect. (b) This section does not apply to any of the following: (1) Professional services rendered by a landscape architect for which the client will not pay compensation. (2) An arrangement as to the basis for compensation and manner of providing professional services implied by the fact that the landscape architect’s services are of the same general kind that the landscape architect has previously rendered to, and received payment from, the same client. (3) If the client states in writing after full disclosure of this section that a written contract is not required. (4) Professional services rendered by a landscape architect to any of the following: (A) A landscape architect licensed under this chapter. (B) An architect licensed under Chapter 3 (commencing with Section 5500). (C) A professional engineer licensed under Chapter 7 (commencing with Section 6700). (D) A contractor licensed under Chapter 9 (commencing with Section 7000). (E) A geologist or geophysicist licensed under Chapter 12.5 (commencing with Section 7800). (F) A professional land surveyor licensed under Chapter 15 (commencing with Section 8700). (G) A manufacturing, mining, public utility, research and development, or other industrial corporation, if the services are provided in connection with, or incidental to, the products, systems, or services of that corporation or its affiliates. (H) A public agency when using that public agency’s written contract. (c) As used in this section, “written contract” includes a contract that is in electronic form. (Amended by Stats. 2020, Ch. 370, Sec. 7. (SB 1371) Effective January 1, 2021.)
  172. 5620.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5620 - 5630] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. )

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    This section transfers certain duties and powers to the California Architects Board, lets the board delegate some authority, but not discipline-related authority, and requires the board to make final action on regulation changes.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5620 - 5630] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## 5620. The duties, powers, purposes, responsibilities, and jurisdiction of the California State Board of Landscape Architects that were succeeded to and vested with the Department of Consumer Affairs in accordance with Chapter 908 of the Statutes of 1994 are hereby transferred to the California Architects Board. The Legislature finds that the purpose for the transfer of power is to promote and enhance the efficiency of state government and that assumption of the powers and duties by the California Architects Board shall not be viewed or construed as a precedent for the establishment of state regulation over a profession or vocation that was not previously regulated by a board, as defined in Section 477. (a) There is in the Department of Consumer Affairs a California Architects Board as defined in Article 2 (commencing with Section 5510) of Chapter 3 of Division 3. Whenever in this chapter “board” is used, it refers to the California Architects Board. (b) Except as provided herein, the board may delegate its authority under this chapter to the Landscape Architects Technical Committee. (c) After review of proposed regulations, the board may direct the examining committee to notice and conduct hearings to adopt, amend, or repeal regulations pursuant to Section 5630, provided that the board itself shall take final action to adopt, amend, or repeal those regulations. (d) The board shall not delegate its authority to discipline a landscape architect or to take action against a person who has violated this chapter. (e) This section shall remain in effect only until January 1, 2029, and as of that date is repealed. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 482, Sec. 20. (SB 1452) Effective January 1, 2025. Repealed as of January 1, 2029, by its own provisions.)
  173. 5620.1.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5620 - 5630] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. )

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    The Landscape Architects Technical Committee must treat protection of the public as its top priority when carrying out licensing, regulatory, and disciplinary functions.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5620 - 5630] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## 5620.1. Protection of the public shall be the highest priority for the Landscape Architects Technical Committee in exercising its licensing, regulatory, and disciplinary functions. Whenever the protection of the public is inconsistent with other interests sought to be promoted, the protection of the public shall be paramount. (Added by Stats. 2002, Ch. 107, Sec. 25. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  174. 5620.2.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5620 - 5630] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. )

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    The board’s powers are delegated to the executive officer, or to the acting executive officer when the executive officer is absent.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5620 - 5630] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## 5620.2. (a) The following powers conferred by law upon the board are hereby delegated to and conferred upon the executive officer, or in their absence from the office, to the acting executive officer, as provided below: (1) Receive and file accusations. (2) Issue notices of hearings, statements to respondents, and statements of issues. (3) Receive and file notices of defense. (4) Determine the time and place of hearings under Section 11508 of the Government Code. (5) Issue subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum. (6) Set calendar cases for hearing and perform other functions necessary to the businesslike dispatch of the board in connection with proceedings under Sections 11500 to 11528, inclusive, of the Government Code, before hearing those proceedings. (7) Approve settlement agreements for the revocation or surrender of a license. (8) Certification and delivery or mailing of copies of decisions under Section 11518 of the Government Code. (b) In addition to the powers described in subdivision (a), the following powers are also delegated to and conferred upon the executive officer, as provided below: (1) Evaluate and determine qualifications and approve applicants for examination under Section 5650. (2) Determine which applicants for reciprocity licenses are entitled to waiver of the written examination under Section 5651. (Added by Stats. 2019, Ch. 376, Sec. 13. (SB 608) Effective January 1, 2020.)
  175. 5621.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5620 - 5630] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. )

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    This section creates the Landscape Architects Technical Committee, sets its five-member makeup and appointment process, limits service to two consecutive terms, and says the section will repeal on January 1, 2029.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5620 - 5630] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## 5621. (a) There is hereby created within the jurisdiction of the board, a Landscape Architects Technical Committee, hereinafter referred to in this chapter as the landscape architects committee. (b) The landscape architects committee shall consist of five members who shall be licensed to practice landscape architecture in this state. The Governor shall appoint three of the members. The Senate Committee on Rules and the Speaker of the Assembly shall appoint one member each. (c) The initial members to be appointed by the Governor are as follows: one member for a term of one year; one member for a term of two years; and one member for a term of three years. The Senate Committee on Rules and the Speaker of the Assembly shall initially each appoint one member for a term of four years. Thereafter, appointments shall be made for four-year terms, expiring on June 1 of the fourth year and until the appointment and qualification of the member’s successor or until one year shall have elapsed, whichever first occurs. Vacancies shall be filled for the unexpired term. (d) No person shall serve as a member of the landscape architects committee for more than two consecutive terms. (e) This section shall remain in effect only until January 1, 2029, and as of that date is repealed. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 482, Sec. 21. (SB 1452) Effective January 1, 2025. Repealed as of January 1, 2029, by its own provisions.)
  176. 5622.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5620 - 5630] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. )

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    The landscape architects committee may assist and advise the board on licensing exams, possible violations, regulation, delegated duties, and board meetings.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5620 - 5630] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## 5622. (a) The landscape architects committee may assist the board in the examination of candidates for a landscape architect’s license and, after investigation, evaluate and make recommendations regarding potential violations of this chapter. (b) The landscape architects committee may investigate, assist, and make recommendations to the board regarding the regulation of landscape architects in this state. (c) The landscape architects committee may perform duties and functions that have been delegated to it by the board pursuant to Section 5620. (d) The landscape architects committee may send a representative to all meetings of the full board to report on the committee’s activities. (e) This section shall remain in effect only until January 1, 2029, and as of that date is repealed. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 482, Sec. 22. (SB 1452) Effective January 1, 2025. Repealed as of January 1, 2029, by its own provisions.)
  177. 5624.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5620 - 5630] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. )

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    Each member of the landscape architects committee is entitled to per diem and expenses as provided in Section 103.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5620 - 5630] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## 5624. Each member of the landscape architects committee shall receive per diem and expenses, as provided in Section 103. (Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 879, Sec. 22.5. Effective January 1, 1999.)
  178. 5626.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5620 - 5630] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. )

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    The executive officer must keep an accurate record of all proceedings of the landscape architects committee.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5620 - 5630] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## 5626. The executive officer shall keep an accurate record of all proceedings of the landscape architects committee. (Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 879, Sec. 22.6. Effective January 1, 1999.)
  179. 5629.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5620 - 5630] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. )

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    The board must prosecute people who violate this chapter and may hire staff to help enforce it.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5620 - 5630] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## 5629. The board shall prosecute all persons guilty of violating the provisions of this chapter. Except as provided in Section 159.5, the board may employ inspectors, special agents, investigators, and clerical assistance as it may deem necessary to carry out the provisions of this chapter. It may fix the compensation to be paid for those services and incur any additional expense as may be deemed necessary. (Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 879, Sec. 22.7. Effective January 1, 1999.)
  180. 5630.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5620 - 5630] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. )

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    The board may adopt, amend, or repeal rules and regulations for landscape architecture licensing and administration, and license holders must follow those rules.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Administration [5620 - 5630] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## 5630. The board may, in accordance with the provisions of the Administrative Procedure Act, adopt, amend, or repeal such rules and regulations as are reasonably necessary to: (a) Govern the examinations of applicants for licenses to practice landscape architecture. (b) Establish criteria for approving schools of landscape architecture. (c) Establish rules or professional conduct that are not inconsistent with state or federal law. Every person who holds a license issued by the board shall be governed and controlled by these rules. (d) Carry out the provisions of this chapter. (Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 879, Sec. 22.8. Effective January 1, 1999.)
  181. 5640.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5640 - 5644] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. )

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    A person may not practice landscape architecture or use protected landscape-architect titles, stamps, or advertising unless they have a valid, unrevoked license.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5640 - 5644] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## 5640. It is a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of not less than one hundred dollars ($100) nor more than five thousand dollars ($5,000) or by imprisonment in a county jail not exceeding six months, or by both that fine and imprisonment, for a person to do any of the following without possessing a valid, unrevoked license as provided in this chapter: (a) Engage in the practice of landscape architecture. (b) Use the title or term “landscape architect,” “landscape architecture,” “landscape architectural,” or any other titles, words, or abbreviations that would imply or indicate that they are a landscape architect, as defined in Section 5615. (c) Use the stamp of a licensed landscape architect, as provided in Section 5659. (d) Advertise or put out a sign, card, or other device that might indicate to the public that they are a licensed landscape architect or qualified to engage in the practice of landscape architecture. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 482, Sec. 23. (SB 1452) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  182. 5641.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5640 - 5644] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. )

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    The chapter does not bar anyone from preparing certain conceptual landscape drawings for a single-family dwelling, but licensed professionals must prepare construction documents, details, or specifications for tangible objects, landscape features, and site alterations requiring grading and drainage plans.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5640 - 5644] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## 5641. This chapter shall not be deemed to prohibit any person from preparing drawings for the conceptual design and placement of tangible objects and landscape features or plans, drawings, and specifications for the selection, placement, or use of plants for a single family dwelling. Construction documents, details, or specifications for the tangible objects or landscape features, and alteration of site requiring grading and drainage plans shall be prepared by a licensed professional as required by law. (Amended by Stats. 2004, Ch. 691, Sec. 12. Effective January 1, 2005.)
  183. 5641.1.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5640 - 5644] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. )

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    This section says the chapter does not prohibit a person from preparing plans, drawings, or specifications for property that the person owns.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5640 - 5644] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## 5641.1. This chapter shall not be deemed to prohibit any person from preparing any plans, drawings, or specifications for any property owned by that person. (Added by Stats. 2004, Ch. 691, Sec. 13. Effective January 1, 2005.)
  184. 5641.2.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5640 - 5644] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. )

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    Certain California nursery stock licensees may prepare planting plans or drawings, but they may not use the title of landscape architect.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5640 - 5644] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## 5641.2. Every person who holds a valid license issued by the State of California under the provisions of Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 6721) of the Food and Agricultural Code, authorizing engagement in the business of selling nursery stock in this state, may engage in the preparation of planting plans or drawings as an adjunct to merchandising nursery stock and related products, but may not use the title of landscape architect. That activity is exempt from licensure under the provisions of this chapter. (Added by Stats. 2004, Ch. 691, Sec. 14. Effective January 1, 2005.)
  185. 5641.3.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5640 - 5644] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. )

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    Licensed architects, professional engineers, and land surveyors are exempt from this chapter when practicing their own licensed profession, but they may not use the title “landscape architect” unless they hold the required license.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5640 - 5644] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## 5641.3. An architect, professional engineer, or land surveyor licensed or registered under the statutes of this state, insofar as the licensed or registered professional practices the profession for which they are licensed or registered, is exempt from this chapter, except that an architect, professional engineer, or land surveyor shall not use the title “landscape architect” unless they hold a license as required under this chapter. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 482, Sec. 24. (SB 1452) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  186. 5641.4.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5640 - 5644] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. )

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    A licensed landscape contractor may design systems and facilities for work they will perform and supervise, and is generally exempt from this chapter; however, they may not use the title “landscape architect” unless properly licensed under the chapter.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5640 - 5644] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## 5641.4. A landscape contractor licensed under the statutes of this state, insofar as they work within the classification for which the license is issued, may design systems and facilities for work to be performed and supervised by that landscape contractor and is exempt from this chapter, except that a landscape contractor shall not use the title “landscape architect” unless they hold a license as required under this chapter. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 482, Sec. 25. (SB 1452) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  187. 5641.5.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5640 - 5644] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. )

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    This section says the chapter does not prohibit a person from practicing or offering to practice as a golf course architect.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5640 - 5644] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## 5641.5. (a) Nothing contained in this chapter shall be deemed to prohibit a person from engaging in the practice of, or offering to practice as, a golf course architect. (b) As used in this section, “golf course architect” means a person who performs professional services such as consultation, investigation, reconnaissance, research, design, preparation of drawings and specifications and responsible supervision, where the dominant purpose of such service is the design of a golf course, in accordance with accepted professional standards of public health and safety. (Added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 580.)
  188. 5641.6.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5640 - 5644] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. )

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    A person is not prohibited by this chapter from practicing as, or offering to practice as, an irrigation consultant.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5640 - 5644] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## 5641.6. (a) Nothing contained in this chapter shall be deemed to prohibit a person from engaging in the practice of, or offering to practice as, an irrigation consultant. (b) As used in this section, “irrigation consultant” means a person who performs professional services such as consultation, investigation, reconnaissance, research, design, preparation of drawings and specifications and responsible supervision, where the dominant purpose of such service is the design of landscape irrigation, in accordance with accepted professional standards of public health and safety. (Added by Stats. 2004, Ch. 691, Sec. 17. Effective January 1, 2005.)
  189. 5642.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5640 - 5644] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. )

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    Landscape architects may form or work through partnerships, firms, or corporations with non-landscape architects, but only if the listed name, signature, date, and license number requirements are met and the work is properly supervised.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5640 - 5644] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## 5642. This chapter shall not be deemed to prevent a landscape architect from forming a partnership, firm, or corporation with, or employing, persons who are not landscape architects if the signature, date, and license number of the landscape architect appears on all instruments of service. In no case shall the other members of the partnership, firm, or corporation be designated or described as landscape architects. The name of the licensed landscape architect shall appear wherever the firm name is used in the professional practice of the partnership, firm, or corporation, and the landscape architect shall reside in California when the partnership, firm, or corporation maintains a California office or mailing address. The name of the licensee shall appear on all partnership, firm, or corporation stationery, brochures, business cards and any instruments of service used or provided in the professional practice of the partnership, firm, or corporation. No partnership, firm, or corporation shall engage in the practice of landscape architecture unless the work is under the immediate and responsible direction of a licensee of the board. Failure of any person to comply with this section constitutes a ground for disciplinary action. (Amended by Stats. 2000, Ch. 1054, Sec. 20. Effective January 1, 2001.)
  190. 5644.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5640 - 5644] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. )

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    A person with a valid state license or other authority does not need a license under this chapter when acting within the scope of that license or authority.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Application of Chapter [5640 - 5644] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## 5644. Any person who holds a valid state license or other authority that authorizes the person to engage in a business or occupation, insofar as the person engages in a professional, occupational, or business activity within the scope of that license or other authority, shall not be required to be licensed under this chapter. (Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 879, Sec. 22.12. Effective January 1, 1999.)
  191. 5650.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5650 - 5659] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. )

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    Certain adults with six years of landscape-architecture training and experience are entitled to an examination for a license, but they must first file an application with the executive officer and pay the required fee.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5650 - 5659] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## 5650. Subject to the rules and regulations governing examinations, any person, over the age of 18 years, who has had six years of training and educational experience in actual practice of landscape architectural work shall be entitled to an examination for a license to practice landscape architecture. A degree from a school of landscape architecture approved by the board shall be deemed equivalent to four years of training and educational experience in the actual practice of landscape architecture. Before taking the examination, a person shall file an application therefor with the executive officer and pay the application fee fixed by this chapter. (Amended by Stats. 2000, Ch. 1054, Sec. 22. Effective January 1, 2001.)
  192. 5650.5.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5650 - 5659] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. )

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    Applicants for a landscape architect license must submit fingerprints, and the board and Department of Justice must exchange and use criminal history information for the license process.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5650 - 5659] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## 5650.5. (a) Pursuant to Section 144, the board has the authority to obtain and review criminal offender record information. The information obtained as a result of the fingerprinting shall be used in accordance with Section 11105 of the Penal Code to determine whether the applicant is subject to denial, suspension, or revocation of a license pursuant to Division 1.5 (commencing with Section 475) or Section 5660, 5675, or 5676. (b) As a condition of application for a license, each applicant shall provide to the Department of Justice a full set of fingerprints for the purpose of conducting a criminal history record check and to undergo a state- and federal- level criminal offender record information search conducted through the Department of Justice, as follows: (1) The Department of Consumer Affairs, California Architects Board shall electronically submit to the Department of Justice fingerprint images and related information required by the Department of Justice of all landscape architect license applicants pursuant to subdivision (u) of Section 11105 of the Penal Code, as defined by Section 5615, for the purpose of obtaining information as to the existence and content of a record of state or federal arrests and state or federal convictions and also information as to the existence and content of a record of state or federal arrests for which the Department of Justice establishes that the person is free on bail or on their recognizance pending trial or appeal. (2) When received, the Department of Justice shall transmit fingerprint images and related information received pursuant to this section, to the Federal Bureau of Investigation for the purpose of obtaining a federal criminal history records check. The Department of Justice shall review the information returned from the Federal Bureau of Investigation and compile and disseminate a response to the California Architects Board. (3) The Department of Justice shall provide a state or federal response to the California Architects Board pursuant to subdivision (p) of Section 11105 of the Penal Code. (4) The California Architects Board shall request from the Department of Justice subsequent notification service, as provided pursuant to Section 11105.2 of the Penal Code, for persons described in paragraph (1). (5) The Department of Justice shall charge the applicant a fee sufficient to cover the cost of processing the request described in this subdivision. (c) The applicant shall certify, under penalty of perjury, when applying for a license whether the applicant’s fingerprints have been furnished to the Department of Justice in compliance with this section. (d) Failure to comply with the requirements of this section renders the application for a license incomplete, and the application shall not be considered until the applicant demonstrates compliance with all requirements of this section. (e) Notwithstanding any other law, the results of any criminal offender record information request by either state or federal law enforcement authorities shall not be released by the board except in accordance with state and federal requirements. (f) As used in this section, the term “applicant” shall be limited to an initial applicant who has never been registered or licensed by the board or to an applicant for a new licensure or registration category. (g) As a condition of petitioning the board for reinstatement of a revoked or surrendered license, an applicant shall comply with subdivision (a). (Added by Stats. 2021, Ch. 367, Sec. 14. (SB 607) Effective January 1, 2022.)
  193. 5651.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5650 - 5659] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. )

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    The board must examine applicants for landscape architecture licenses and issue a license to each qualified person after the initial fee is paid. The written exam is usually required, but the board may waive it for applicants who meet the stated licensing, examination, experience, and supplemental-exam requirements.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5650 - 5659] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## 5651. (a) The board shall by means of examination, ascertain the professional qualifications of all applicants for licenses to practice landscape architecture in this state and shall issue a license to every person whom it finds to be qualified on payment of the initial license fee prescribed by this chapter. (b) The examination shall consist of a written examination. The written examination may be waived by the board if the applicant meets both of the following requirements: (1) Is currently licensed by a United States jurisdiction, Canadian province, or Puerto Rico, has passed a written examination equivalent to that which is required in California at the time of application, and has submitted proof of job experience equivalent to that required of California applicants at the time of application. (2) Has passed the California supplemental examination if, at the time of application, it is required of all California applicants. (Amended by Stats. 2009, Ch. 307, Sec. 68. (SB 821) Effective January 1, 2010.)
  194. 5651.1.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5650 - 5659] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. )

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    The board may adopt guidelines to delegate grading of licensure examinations, but it may not delegate that grading authority to a vendor or other party that is not compliant with Section 111 or the guidelines.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5650 - 5659] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## 5651.1. (a) Notwithstanding Section 111, the board may adopt guidelines for the delegation of its authority to grade the examinations of applicants for licensure to any vendor under contract to the board for provision of a landscape architect’s license examination. The guidelines shall be within the board’s legal authority to establish the standards for licensure in this state, and shall include, but not be limited to: (1) Goals for the appropriate content, development, grading, and administration of an examination, against which the vendor’s rules and procedures can be judged. (2) Procedures through which the board can reasonably assure itself that the vendor adequately meets the goals established by the board. (b) The board shall not delegate its authority to grade the examination of candidates for licensure in this state to any vendor or any party not in compliance with Section 111 or with the guidelines established in subdivision (a). (Added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 654, Sec. 48.)
  195. 5652.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5650 - 5659] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. )

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    If the applicant’s exam is satisfactory and the license fee is paid, the executive officer must issue a license.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5650 - 5659] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## 5652. If the applicant’s examination is satisfactory, and upon the payment of the license fee fixed by this chapter, the executive officer shall issue a license to the applicant showing that the person named therein is entitled to practice landscape architecture in this state, in accordance with the provisions of this chapter. (Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 879, Sec. 22.13. Effective January 1, 1999.)
  196. 5653.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5650 - 5659] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. )

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    The board may deny or refuse to issue a license if the applicant is proven to have committed conduct that would be disciplinary grounds for a licensee.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5650 - 5659] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## 5653. The board may deny or refuse to issue a license to an applicant upon proof of the commission by the applicant of any act or omission which would constitute grounds for disciplinary action under this chapter if committed by a licensee. (Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 879, Sec. 22.14. Effective January 1, 1999.)
  197. 5654.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5650 - 5659] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. )

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    The board must keep records of licenseholders and issued licenses.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5650 - 5659] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## 5654. The board shall keep a record of the names and addresses of all licenseholders and such additional personal data as the board may require. A proper index and record of each license issued shall be kept by the board. (Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 879, Sec. 22.15. Effective January 1, 1999.)
  198. 5655.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5650 - 5659] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. )

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    Licenses to practice landscape architecture stay valid until they are revoked or suspended for cause, or until they expire under this chapter.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5650 - 5659] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## 5655. Licenses to practice landscape architecture shall remain in full force until revoked or suspended for cause, or until they expire, as provided in this chapter. (Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 879, Sec. 22.16. Effective January 1, 1999.)
  199. 5656.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5650 - 5659] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. )

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    The board must issue a duplicate landscape architecture license when the original license is lost, destroyed, or mutilated, if there is a proper application and the board’s rules are followed. A duplicate license fee must also be charged.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5650 - 5659] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## 5656. A duplicate license to practice landscape architecture in place of one which has been lost, destroyed, or mutilated shall be issued upon proper application, subject to the rules and regulations of the board. A duplicate license fee fixed by this chapter shall be charged for the issuance of the duplicate license. (Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 879, Sec. 22.17. Effective January 1, 1999.)
  200. 5657.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5650 - 5659] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. )

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    Each licensee must file a current mailing address with the board and report any mailing-address change, including the old and new address, within 30 days.

    ## Business and Professions Code - BPC ## DIVISION 3. PROFESSIONS AND VOCATIONS GENERALLY [5000 - 9998.12] ( Heading of Division 3 added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 30. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Landscape Architecture [5615 - 5683] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Issuance of Certificates [5650 - 5659] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 1447. ) ## 5657. Each licensee shall file their current mailing address with the board at its office in Sacramento, California, and shall notify the board of any and all changes of mailing address, providing both their old and new address within 30 days after a change. A penalty as provided in this chapter shall be paid by a licensee who fails to notify the board within 30 days after a change of address. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 482, Sec. 26. (SB 1452) Effective January 1, 2025.)

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