ARCHITECTS (REGISTRATION, ETC.) ACT
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An Act establishes the Architects Registration Council of Nigeria to regulate architecture practice and register qualified architects. It targets practising architects, firms, students, and construction entities to maintain professional standards. This protects the public by ensuring only competent architects operate.
ARCHITECTS (REGISTRATION, ETC.) ACT
What Is This Policy?
An Act establishing the Architects Registration Council of Nigeria (ARCON) to regulate the practice of architecture, register qualified architects, and maintain professional standards.
Who Does It Target?
Practising architects and architectural firms Architecture students and graduates Construction companies engaging architects State planning authorities requiring architectural services
What Does It Aim to Achieve?
Protect the public through ensuring only qualified, registered architects practise, maintain professional standards, and promote architecture as a profession.
Key Features
ARCON Registration: All persons practising architecture must be registered with ARCON. Examination: ARCON administers professional practice examinations for aspiring architects. Firm Registration: Architectural firms must be registered with ARCON. Discipline: ARCON investigates and disciplines members for professional misconduct.
Current Status
Rollout Stage: Active Coverage: Nationwide architecture sector Beneficiaries: Building owners; public safety; architecture profession Funding: Registration fees
How to Access
Hold a recognised architecture degree Complete prescribed practical training and logbook Pass ARCON professional practice examination Register with ARCON and pay annual subscription Application method: Apply for ARCON registration at https://www.arcon.gov.ng
Important Terms
Practising architecture without ARCON registration is illegal Government buildings must be designed by registered architects Disciplinary sanctions include suspension and deregistration
Official Resources
Website: https://www.arcon.gov.ng Contact: Architects Registration Council of Nigeria (ARCON)
Legal Framework
Enacted under the legislative powers of the National Assembly as the Architects (Registration, etc.) Act (Cap A19 LFN 2004), establishing the Architects Registration Council of Nigeria (ARCON). Operates alongside the Urban and Regional Planning Act, the Town and Country Planning Law, and the Estate Surveyors and Valuers (Registration, etc.) Act. Aligns with Commonwealth Association of Architects (CAA) standards and the Architectural Council of West Africa (ACWA) framework.