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The Texas Board of Architectural Examiners regulates the professions of architecture, interior design, and landscape architecture. One of the primary functions of TBAE is to ensure that the public health, safety, and welfare are protected. In this section you will find:

Accessibility: information on requirements for continuing education, links to accessibility laws, and more.

Statutes and Rules: links to the laws that govern the three professions.

Complaints: information on how to file complaints against persons engaged in the practice of architecture, interior design, or landscape architecture.

Building Officials: information that local building code officials find useful when dealing with design professionals.

Public Buildings & Schools: specific information that governmental entities, including school districts, should know when engaging a design professional.

Disciplinary Actions: Most recent disciplinary actions taken against architects, interior designers, and landscape architects.

Frequently Asked Questions: questions related to the laws which affect the practice of the professions, including questions on seal rules, statement of jurisdiction, professional conduct, and more.