During the 2023 Annual Business Meeting, NCARB’s membership approved changes to both its Bylaws and Model Rules of Conduct.

Updated NCARB Bylaws

Changes to the Bylaws updated NCARB’s governance structure, altering the positions on the organization’s Board of Directors. The updated document reflects a reduction in officer positions and the addition of two new at-large director positions. Unlike the other positions on the Board, the new at-large positions do not require service on a licensing board as a prerequisite, creating opportunities for NCARB’s larger volunteer community.

Changes were made throughout the document to reflect the updated positions. In addition, the Bylaws include a temporary transition plan, as changes take effect over the next several fiscal years.

View a full mark-up of the changes to the Bylaws.

Updated NCARB Model Rules of Conduct

Changes to the Model Rules of Conduct include the addition of three new rules:

• Rule 2.6 addresses an architect’s obligation not to accept gifts or payments that may influence judgement
• Rule 4.3 addresses an architect’s responsibility not to assist clients in committing fraudulent or illegal activity
• Rule 6.1 addresses the responsibility of architects serving as Architectural Experience Program® (AXP®) supervisors to review experience reports in a timely manner

These additions ensure the Model Rules of Conduct remain up-to-date and reflect many of the current ethical conflicts architects may face in their day-to-day work.