- The Architecture Act of 2004

- made in replacement of R.A. 545 when it was repealed

- an act to regulate the practice of architecture in the Philippines
What is R.A. 9266?
United Architects of the Philippines (UAP)
Who/ What group initiated to make necessary amendments to R.A. 545?
United Architects of the Philippines (UAP) was the principal proponent and Philippine Institute of
Architects (PIA) was the collaborating partner.
Who initiated to bring amendment of R.A. 545 to the congress?
1. To limit the practice of Architecture to architects
2. To rectify the use of obsolete terminologies.
3. To address the need for globalization and keep attune to the needs of the time.
4. R.A. 545 was inadequate in responding to the current needs of the architect and the architecture
profession.
5. To address the need for unity among architects in the country.
What reasons brought about the repeal of R.A. 545?
Since most of the sections need to be amended and new sections are to be introduced for
inclusion, it is best to repeal it.
Why was R.A. 545 repealed and not just amended?

Note: Repeal- revoke or end the validity of a law

Amend- make minor changes in a law
July 28, 2003
When was R.A. 9266 initiated?
March 17, 2004
When was R.A. 9266 approved and signed into law?
Former President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo
Who approved and signed R.A. 9266 into law?
Yes. However, promulgation of an Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) is needed to carry
out the provisions of this Act as provided for in Article V, Section 41 of RA 9266.
Can Republic Act No. 9266 stand alone as a law?
Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) through the Board of Architecture (BOA)
Which government entity is responsible in regulating the practice of architecture?
Yes, an architect must be both licensed and registered.
Does a registered architect and a licensed architect mean one and the same?
He/she must be a holder of Bachelor of Science in Architecture conferred by school accredited by
CHED.

(Article 3, Section 13)

How can an architect be academically qualified?
Yes
Can an Architect be the Architect-of-Record and Architect-in-Charge of Construction at the same
time?
It will depend on the investigation.
If the Architect-of-Record and the Architect-in-Charge of Construction are two different persons
and the building collapses, who is more liable?
Architect-of-Record
Who is regarded as the "author", Architect-of-Record or Architect-in-Charge of Construction?
In R.A. 9266, it is not included in the 2-year apprenticeship. However, UAP now allows OJT as part
of the 2-year apprenticeship.
Is the OJT included in the 2-year apprenticeship?
No. The mentor-architect must have an IAPOA certificate.
If a graduate of architecture worked abroad and acquired extensive training in the different phases
of architectural work but has no Filipino architect to vouch for him/her, can he/she still submit an
affidavit of Diversified Architectural Experience (2-year apprenticeship) signed by a foreign mentor-
architect?
Association
It is any formal grouping of 2 or more architects or architectural firms working in joint venture on a
project basis.
Architectural Company
A juridical entity that shall be synonymous with an Architectural Partnership registered with the
SEC.
Architectural Corporation
A group of professionals in architecture and allied professionals, incorporated with Architects for
the purpose of delivering professional service in architecture allied professions.
75%

But according to Ar. Perez: 70% must be architects

30% are allied services
In case an existing Architectural Corporation does not comply with the ______ composition
requirement, it shall comply and register again with SEC and the BOA.
Architectural Documents
Drawings, specifications, and other outputs of an Architect that only the Architect can sign and
seal.
- vicinity maps,
- site dev't. plans,
- arch. program,
- perspective drawings,
- floor plans;
and etc.
Architectural Documents consists of:
Architectural Partnership
A group of 2 or more Architects duly registered with the SEC and then with the BOA.
Building
A structure for the purpose and function of habitation and other uses.
Certificate of Registration
A certificate bearing a registration number, issued to an individual, by the Professional Regulation
Commission through the BOA, signifying that the individual has successfully passed the Licensure
Examination and is registered to practice his/her profession as architect.
Consulting Architect
An architect with exceptional or recognized expertise or specialization in any branch of
Architecture.
Contract Documents
Documents attached to the agreement, including all additions, deletions and modifications
incorporated therein which generally includes:

a. Special Provisions or Conditions

b. General Conditions
c. Drawings
d. Specifications
e. other Bid Documents
Copyright
Refers to the intellectual proprietary rights retained by the Architect over any architectural
document/work he/she prepares.

Includes the right to control the erection of any building which reproduces a whole or substantial
part of the work either in its original form or in any form recognizably derived from the original.
10% of the total cost of the project, but can be altered.
How much is an architect's professional fee?
CPD Providers
Entities, agencies, organizations and the like that have been accredited/registered with the Board
of Architecture of the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) to deliver seminars, lecture and
other continuing professional education modules for architects, other than the IAPOA.
Bidding Documents
Basis of Construction Documents
per square foot estimation or per square estimation

(Amount range per square foot is given by DTI)

Architects must give the clients a _______________ estimation.
Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Refers to a sustaining and progressive learning process that maintains, enhances, or increases
the knowledge and continuing ability of architects.
3 years
How long is it until the license expires?
On his/her birthday.
What day of the year does one's license expire?
Professional Regulation Commission
PRC stands for:
Architecture Licensure Examination
ALE stands for:
2 years. 3,000 hrs.
How many years (and how many hours) of apprenticeship must be completed to be qualified to
take the ALE?
logbook from PRC
A ____________ must be provided to keep record on the activities within the 2-year
apprenticeship
- 2-year apprenticeship
- College Diploma
- Cert. of Good Moral
- Baccalaureate Transcript of Records
- NSO Birth Certificate
- NBI Clearance
- Marriage Contract; if married
- Logbook (from PRC)
- Architect-mentor affidavit
- Photocopy of Architect-mentor's valid PIC, PTR and IAPOA number
- Accomplished Diversified Training (DT Form 001)
- Accomplished Diversified Training (DT Form 002)
- other documents the Board may require
Requirements before taking the ALE:
The takes are unlimited. However, after 3 times of failure, he/she will be required to take a
refresher course
One can take the ALE ____ times.
Qualitative
Is the Structural Concept qualitative or quantitative?
Department of Trade & Industry (DTI), Securities of Exchange Commission (SEC) and Board of
Architecture (BOA)
Where do you register for a firm/ sole proprietorship?
Integrated and Accredited Professional Organization of Architects (IAPOA)
Existing National Organization of all architects of the Philippines in which all registered Filipino
architects shall be members without prejudice to membership in other voluntary professional
associations.
Authorship
Refers to the author/s of a set of architectural plans or specifications who are in charge of their
preparation, whether made by them personally or under their immediate supervision.
Service Agreement
A duly notarized written contract or equivalent public instrument stipulating the scope of services
and guaranteeing compensation of such services to be rendered by an architect registered and
licensed under the Act/law.
200,000 pesos and/or 6 years of imprisonment
A fine not less than ________________ and/or suffer imprisonment not exceeding ___ years, at
the discretion of the Court can be sentenced to anyone who won't execute a written contract/
service agreement.
Article IV, Section 30
The Prohibition Practice of Architecture or providing a contract/ service agreement is found in
___________________.
The Professional Mechanical Engineers and the Professional Electrical Engineers.

Mechanical Engineers and Electrical Engineers can ONLY make/prepare plans.

Only who can sign and have authorship on Mechanical and Electrical Plans?
Architectural Firm
Can be a sole proprietorship, a partnership or a corporation registered with the proper government
agencies.
Ownership
Proprietary rights to an architectural work such as plans, designs and other documents by a
person/ juridical entity who commissions the Architect and whose _________________ of an
architectural work by such a person/ juridical entity shall only be confined to the use of the
architectural documents for executing/ implementing the work described therein for one (1) or the
original project.

Should not be applied for the use of repetitions or subsequent projects.

Filipino Counterpart
A local Philippine architect, partnership or corporation that must work in association with a foreign
architect, partnership, corporation, on a project on Philippine soil.
Professional Identification Card/ PRC Identification Card
A document bearing the registration number, date of issuance with an expiry date, due for periodic
renewal, duly signed by the Chairperson of the PRC to a registered Architect upon payment of the
annual registration fees for 3 years.
Site Planning
Detailed site dev't. planning of all areas surrounding a bldg./ structure and/or group of buildings/
structures but only within the property limits of the land on which such buildings/ structures are to
be erected.
Sole Proprietorship
Means that an individual Architect is practicing and delivering architectural services, duly
registered with the DTI, BOA and PRC.
- History & Theory of Architecture; Principles of Planning and Architectural Practice
- Structural Design, Bldg. Materials, Principles of Planning and Architectural Practice
- Urban Design and Architectural Interiors
- Architectural Design and Site Planning

(Article III, Section 14)

Subjects that are covered in the ALE
No. He/she must take his oath in front of a legal representative or a member of the Board.
If a successful candidate in the examination was not able to take his oath before any member of
the Board or any authorized representative, can he/she still practice the profession?
Roster of Architects
A list showing the names and place of business of all registered professional architects shall be
prepared and updated by the Board and copies of thereof shall be made available to any party as
may be deemed necessary.
every year
Professional Tax Receipt is renewed every ___.
Occupancy Permit/ Certificate of Occupancy
A permit issued under the Building Act 2011 (WA) which specifies the authorized use and
classification for a building, such as 'office' or 'retail'.
Building Permit
Formal permission to begin the construction, demolition, addition or renovation on your property.
(from the City Hall)
15 working days
Waiting time for a request for a Building Permit will be __________
70%;

50%
To pass the licensure exam, a candidate must obtain a weighted general average of ___ with no
grade lower than ____ in any given subject
Article III, Section 15
Rating in the Licensure Examination can be found in:
5 sets of Structural Analysis
Additional set of plans to be submitted if a 2-3 storey building will be built.
Signed & sealed:
- 5 Sets of Architectural Plans
- 5 Sets of Electrical Plans
- 5 Sets of Mechanical Plans
- 5 Sets of Structural Plans
- 5 Sets of Plumbing/ Sanitary Plans
- 5 Sets of Specifications

For construction of more than two-storey building: (addition of)

- Boring and Plate Load Test
- Seismic Analysis
Required Plans in applying for a Building Permit
Nobody.
In case of death of the Architect-of-Record, who can give official provisions to reproduce his
plans?
No, without the consent of the architect or author of the said documents.
In case of a discontinued project, can anybody use the architectural documents without the
consent of the architect?
Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture
PRBOA stands for:
Bid Addendum
Supplementary documentation issued prior to the contract award that changes or clarifies
information
stated in the bidding documents.
Punch List
list that contains revisions during post construction
Philippine Contractors Accreditation Board (PCAB)
Law enacted in 1965 to ensure for the public that only qualified and reliable contractors are
allowed to undertake construction in the country.
PCAB License
All contractors need a __________ to legally practice/ be accredited.
Professional Liability Insurance/ Malpractice Insurance
Foreign nationals, including former Filipinos wanting to engage in the general practice of
architecture as defined in Section 3 (c) of R.A. No. 9266 must secure locally their
___________________________ or their acceptable equivalent in bond form commensurate with
the nature and magnitude of their project involvement and their compensation.
Pre-bid Meeting
A meeting called by the client about site discussion; meeting between the client and the
contractors before bidding.
Bid Bulletin
details before submitting the bid
The Architecture Act of 2004
Short title for RA 9266
Transfer Certificate of Title
TCT means:
Architecture
The art, science or profession of planning, designing and constructing buildings in their totality
taking into account their environment, in accordance with the principles of utility, strength and
beauty;
General Practice of Architecture
Act of planning and architectural designing, structural conceptualization, specifying, supervising
and giving general administration. Architectural design in engineering structures of any part
thereof;
45 Units
Units Required for CPD completion
Architect-in-charge of Construction
Registered and licensed Architect, directly and professionally responsible and for the construction
supervision of the project
Diversified Architectural Experience/ Training
A post-baccalaureate, pre-licensure
experience of two (2) years required of a graduate of architecture prior to taking the licensure
examination; consisting of a variation of experiences in the different phases of architectural
service.
Technology Transfer
Contracts or arrangements involving the transfer of systematic knowledge for the manufacture of a
product, the application of a process
Securities and Exchange Commission
SEC stands for:
SECTION 33
Drawings and specifications and other contract documents duly signed, stamped or sealed, as
instruments of service, are the intellectual property and documents of the architect,
whether the object for which they are made is executed or not. It shall be unlawful for any person
to duplicate or to make copies of said documents for use in the repetition of and for other projects
or buildings, whether executed partly or in whole, without the written consent of architect or author
of said documents.
SECTION 33 of R. A. 9266
Section that tackles the ownership of plans
PRBOA
Consists of a Chairman and 2 other members
1 year
Validity of Building Permit