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Architect Examiners, State Board of

A building in downtown Salem
This building in downtown Salem houses the State Board of Architect Examiners (Google image)

Present Duties

The board is a semi-independent agency responsible for the regulation of architecture practice in Oregon. A board of seven individuals appointed by the Governor oversees the agency: five from the field of architecture, and two public members.

The board assures that people practicing architecture in Oregon meet qualifications and registration requirements. They determine standards for architect and architectural firm registration, which consist of a combination of education, examination and experience. The agency enforces the laws governing the practice of architecture in Oregon by investigating alleged violations and disciplining those who violate the law. The agency is headquartered in Salem and employs four staff.

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Contact Information

Mailing Address:  205 Liberty St. NE, Suite A, Salem 97301
Telephone: 503-763-0662
General Email: architectboard@osbae.oregon.gov
Web: oregon.gov/osbae
Contact: Elizabeth Boxall, Executive Director
Administrative Rules Coordinator: See Contact List for Architect Examiners

Legal & Legislative Information

Statutory Authority: ORS 671.010–671.220

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Records & Publications

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