SECTION 1.23. Application Process

(a) An Applicant for architectural registration by examination must apply through NCARB. The Applicant is responsible for having NCARB transmit to the Board a completed application with all required supporting documentation.

(b) An Applicant for architectural registration by reciprocal transfer may apply through NCARB or through the Board's direct application process. If the Applicant applies through NCARB, the Applicant is responsible for having NCARB transmit to the Board a completed application with all required supporting documentation.

(c) Upon receipt of the completed application and all required supporting documentation and receipt of the required application fee, the Board shall evaluate the Applicant's application materials. The Board may require additional information or documentation from the Applicant.

(d) The Board will notify each Applicant in writing regarding the approval or rejection of the Applicant's application.

(e) Pursuant to the provisions of §231.302 of the Texas Family Code, each Applicant shall submit his/her social security number to the Board. The Applicant's social security number shall be considered confidential as stated in §231.302(e) of the Texas Family Code.

(f) The Board may take action against an Applicant or Candidate pursuant to Section 1.151.

Source Note: The provisions of this §1.23 adopted to be effective October 10, 2001, 26 TexReg 7836