# KRS § 323.050: 323.050 Qualifications for license -- Examinations

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_KY_TXXVI_C323_S323.050

## Section

- **Citation:** KRS § 323.050
- **Heading:** 323.050 Qualifications for license -- Examinations
- **Jurisdiction:** Kentucky
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** KY Code / Title XXVI / Chapter 323 / Section 323.050

## Text

323.050 Qualifications for license -- Examinations.

(1) Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, an applicant seeking to obtain a

license to practice architecture in Kentucky shall satisfactorily pass the examination

that is prescribed by the board.

(2) Every applicant for examination shall:

(a) Be of good moral character; and

(b) Hold a professional degree in architecture accredited by the National

Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB), or its equivalent as determined by

administrative regulations promulgated by the board, with such additional

experience as the board may prescribe and approve.

(3) Examinations shall be available on a regular basis at a place identified by the testing

service and shall be given in accordance with the terms and conditions agreed upon

by the board and the testing service. Procedures concerning the examination shall be

set out in administrative regulations promulgated by the board.

## Nearby sections

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