Arkansas Administrative Code Agency 215 - State Board of Registered Interior Designers
Here’s a refined overview of Arkansas Administrative Code — Agency 215, the State Board of Registered Interior Designers:
🛠️ Agency Overview
Agency 215 implements the Arkansas Interior Designers Title Registration Act (A.C.A. § 17‑35‑101, Act 847 of 1993), regulating the title “Registered Interior Designer” and overseeing licensing, education, and professional conduct (arkleg.state.ar.us).
It operates under the Arkansas Administrative Procedures Act and functions administratively within the Department of Labor and Licensing (arklegaudit.gov).
🏛️ Board Structure & Governance (Rule 215.00.08‑001)
Board Composition, Meetings & Officers
Established under Arkansas Code and holds statutory appointment terms (regulations.vlex.com).
Officers include a Chairman and Vice-Chairman (chair oversees meetings, communication, certificate issuance; vice steps in absence of chair) (regulations.justia.com).
May appoint an Executive Secretary and maintain multiple offices statewide (regulations.justia.com).
NCIDQ Membership
The Board is a member of the National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) and designates a delegate to represent Arkansas (sos.arkansas.gov).
Financial & Administrative Authority
Manages its own budget, collects and disburses fees, functions within revenue limits, and adheres to FOIA requirements (regulations.justia.com).
Legal Counsel & Enforcement
The State Attorney General serves as legal advisor; the Board may also hire counsel if needed (regulations.justia.com).
It is tasked with enforcing regulations and may impose administrative expenses (regulations.justia.com).
📚 Licensing, Education & Continuing Requirements
(From Board Rules & Regulations effective Oct 8, 2008 — Rule 215.00.08‑001)
Education & Experience
Applicants must satisfy specified education and professional experience standards, with NCIDQ examination as the default requirement; legacy exams (AID/NSID) may qualify by waiver (sos.arkansas.gov).
Reciprocal licensing available for out-of-state designers holding NCIDQ certification (labor.arkansas.gov).
Continuing Education
Requires 6 CE hours annually, including at least 3 in Health‑Safety‑Welfare topics, documented via IDCEC or NCIDQ-approved courses (sos.arkansas.gov).
⚖️ Professional Conduct & Discipline
Conduct Standards
Registered interior designers must disclose all compensation, uphold public health/safety standards (including refusal if they're overridden), and avoid fraudulent or criminal behavior (regulations.justia.com).
Designs must be sealed by the responsible registrant; unauthorized sealing is prohibited .
Complaint & Adjudication Process
Any person may file a written complaint; Vice-Chairman investigates, then the Board may initiate a hearing following APA procedures (regulations.justia.com).
Respondents have 15 business days to respond, with rights to counsel, motions, and due process .
Disciplinary Sanctions
Board can deny applications, issue reprimands, place designers on probation, or suspend/revoke registration.
May refer violations for misdemeanor charges or impose alternate penalties per APA guidelines (regulations.justia.com).
🔁 Renewal & License Maintenance
Annual Renewal in January
Registrations expire January 31; renewal application, CE affidavit, and fee (currently $98) must be received by then (labor.arkansas.gov).
Online renewals are processed Jan 1–31; lapsed licenses require reinstatement via paper renewal and payment (labor.arkansas.gov).
Reinstatement Rules
Lapsed licenses may be reinstated within 3 years; after 3 years, NCIDQ-certified designers must reapply via reciprocity (labor.arkansas.gov).
📌 Summary Table
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| Statutory Basis | Act 847 of 1993; A.C.A. § 17‑35‑101 |
| Licensing Exam | NCIDQ (or AID/NSID waiver) |
| CE Requirement | 6 hours/year (3 HSW) |
| Renewal Window | Jan 1–31 annually |
| Discipline Tools | Reprimand, probation, suspension, revocation, legal referrals |
| Governing Rule | 215.00.08‑001 |
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