ID H0790

Certified interior designers may sign, seal, and submit technical submissions to state or local governments for building permits on interior alteration or construction projects, with local governments required to process these filings the same as architect submissions.

Certification requires passing the Council for Interior Design Qualification examination, meeting education and experience requirements, and maintaining active certification with that organization.

Certified interior designers are prohibited from work involving building envelope modifications, structural system changes, material changes to mechanical/electrical/plumbing systems, exit stair design, fire safety systems, or changes to building use classification.

Interior designers must provide proof of professional liability insurance coverage when filing technical submissions for building permits.

The bill takes effect July 1, 2026, under an emergency declaration, and certification is only required for designers who sign, seal, and submit technical submissions.