id-24-0101-2601: Rules of the Board of Architects and Landscape Architects (Fee Rule)

Dear Senators Foreman, Lenney, Ward-Engelking, and Representatives Redman, Harris, Berch: The Legislative Services Office, Research and Legislation, has received the enclosed rules of the Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses - Board of Architects and Landscape Architects: IDAPA 24.01.01 - Rules of the Board of Architects and Landscape Architects (Fee Rule)-Proposed Rule (Docket No. 24-0101-2601). Pursuant to Section 67-454, Idaho Code, a meeting on the enclosed rules may be called by the cochairmen or by two (2) or more members of the subcommittee giving oral or written notice to Research and Legislation no later than fourteen (14) days after receipt of the rules' analysis from Legislative Services. The final date to call a meeting on the enclosed rules is no later than 09/21/2026. If a meeting is called, the subcommittee must hold the meeting within forty-two (42) days of receipt of the rules' analysis from Legislative Services. The final date to hold a meeting on the enclosed rules is 10/19/2026. The germane joint subcommittee may request a statement of economic impact with respect to a proposed rule by notifying Research and Legislation. There is no time limit on requesting this statement, and it may be requested whether or not a meeting on the proposed rule is called or after a meeting has been held. To notify Research and Legislation, call 334-4854, or send a written request to the address on the memorandum attached below. Page 1 of 1 Terri Kondeff Director MEMORANDUM TO: Rules Review Subcommittee of the Senate Commerce & Human Resources Committee and the House Business Committee FROM: Division Manager - Matt Drake DATE: September 03, 2026 SUBJECT: Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses - Board of Architects and Landscape Architects IDAPA 24.01.01 - Rules of the Board of Architects and Landscape Architects (Fee Rule)-Proposed Rule (Docket No. 24-0101-2601) Summary and Stated Reasons for the Rule The Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL) submits Notice of Rulemaking regarding the Rules of the Board of Architects and Landscape Architects. During the 2026 session, the Leg- islature passed HB 790, which allows certified interior designers to sign and seal technical submissions for nonstructural or nonseismic interior projects and establishes a certification required only of interior designers who engage in that practice. The proposed rule expands the chapter's scope to certified interior designers and establishes standards governing their seals, signatures, documents, professional scope, and use of expired, sus- pended, or revoked credentials, including a requirement that a designer discontinue seal use upon losing active national certification. A fee structure for the certification is also provided, with fees not to exceed $75 for ap- plication, $125 annually, and $35 for reinstatement, matching the existing landscape architect fee ceilings. Negotiated Rulemaking / Fiscal Impact Negotiated rulemaking was conducted. No fiscal impact is anticipated on the state general fund. Statutory Authority The rulemaking appears to be within the statutory authority granted in Sections 54-306(8)(e), 54-308(1), and 54-313, Idaho Code. cc: Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses - Board of Architectural Examiners Ryan Bernard *** PLEASE NOTE *** Paul Headlee, Deputy DirectMatt Drake, Manager Keith Bybee, Manager April Renfro, Manager Norma Clark, Manager Legislative Services OffResearch & Legislation Budget & Policy AnalysLegislative AuditsInformation Technology Statehouse, P.O. Box 83720 Tel: 208–334–2475 Boise, Idaho 83720–0054 legislature.idaho.gov Per the Idaho Constitution, all administrative rules may be reviewed by the Legislature during the next legisla- tive session. The Legislature has 3 options with this rulemaking docket: 1) Approve the docket in its entirety; 2) Reject the docket in its entirety; or 3) Reject the docket in part. Page 2 of 2 IDAPA 24 – DIVISION OF OCCUPATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSES 24.01.01 – RULES OF THE BOARD OF ARCHITECTS AND LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS DOCKET NO. 24-0101-2601 (FEE RULE) NOTICE OF RULEMAKING – PROPOSED RULE AUTHORITY: In compliance with Section 67-5221(1), Idaho Code, notice is hereby given that this agency has initiated proposed rulemaking procedures. The action is authorized pursuant to Section 54-308(2), Idaho Code. PUBLIC HEARING SCHEDULE:Apublic hearing concerning this rulemaking will be held as follows.Additional meetings may be scheduled and will be posted on the DOPL website (https://dopl.idaho.gov/calendar/) and https:// townhall.idaho.gov. Thursday,August 13, 2026 11:00 a.m. (MT) In person: Thunderbolt Conference Room Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses 11341 W. Chinden Blvd., Bldg. 4 Boise, ID 83714 Virtual Webex Meeting Link Meeting Number: 2861 004 8573 Password: BGm3MuTP6U6 Rulemaking meetings will be held in person and via web conferencing to provide a rulemaking platform that site(s) will be accessible to persons with disabilities, if needed. Requests for accommodation must be made not later than five (5) days prior to the meeting to the agency address below. DESCRIPTIVE SUMMARY: The following is a nontechnical explanation of the substance and purpose of the proposed rulemaking: This rulemaking explores adding a certification fee and Seal language for Certified Interior Designers. In 2026, the Idaho Legislature passed HB 790, which created a certification for interior designers and authorized the Board to promulgate rules for the administration of the certification. The certification fee will help pay for the administration costs of the new program. FEE SUMMARY: The following is a specific description of the fee or charge imposed or increased: This proposed rule will add a new fee for the administrability of the Certification for Interior Designers as required by 2026’s HB 790, and as authorized per Section 54-306(8)(e), Idaho Code. The Board’s selected fee amount will match the licensing fees of Landscape Architects whose practice is also governed under IDAPA 24.01.01, Rules of the Board ofArchitects and LandscapeArchitects. FISCAL IMPACT: The following is a specific description, if applicable, of any negative fiscal impact on the state general fund greater than ten thousand dollars ($10,000) during the fiscal year as a result of this rulemaking: No fiscal impact on the state general fund will occur as a result of these changes. Idaho Administrative Bulletin Page 18 August 5, 2026 – Vol. 26-8 DIVISION OF OCCUPATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSES Docket No. 24-0101-2601 Rules of the Board of Architects & Landscape Architects Proposed (Fee) Rule NEGOTIATED RULEMAKING: Pursuant to Section 67-5220(1), Idaho Code, negotiated rulemaking was conducted. The Notice of Intent to Promulgate Rules - Negotiated Rulemaking was published in the May 6, 2026 IdahoAdministrative Bulletin, Vol 26-5, Pages 13-14. INCORPORATION BY REFERENCE: Pursuant to Section 67-5229(2)(a), Idaho Code, the following is a brief synopsis of why the materials cited are being incorporated by reference into this rule: N/A. ASSISTANCE ON TECHNICAL QUESTIONS, SUBMISSION OF WRITTEN COMMENTS: For assistance on technical questions concerning the proposed rule, contact Ryan Bernard, Legislative & Regulatory Affairs Chief, at (775) 870-7926. Materials pertaining to this rulemaking, including any available preliminary rule drafts, can be found on the DOPL website at the following web address: https://dopl.idaho.gov/rulemaking/. Anyone may submit written comments regarding this proposed rulemaking. All written comments must be directed to the undersigned and must be delivered on or beforeAugust 26, 2026. DATED this 1st day of July, 2026. Ryan Bernard Legislative and RegulatoryAffairs Chief PO Box 83720 Boise, ID 83720-0063 Phone: (775) 870-7926 Email: ryan.bernard@dopl.idaho.gov THE FOLLOWING IS THE PROPOSED TEXT OF FEE DOCKET NO. 24-0101-2601 (Only Those Sections WithAmendmentsAre Shown.) 24.01.01 – RULES OF THE BOARD OF ARCHITECTS AND LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS 001. SCOPE. These rules govern the practice of architecture and, landscape architecture, and certified interior designers in Idaho. (7-1-24)( ) (BREAK IN CONTINUITY OF SECTIONS) 200. PRACTICE STANDARDS.