SB1684 Summary

• Extends the sunset date of the Illinois Architecture Practice Act of 1989 from January 1, 2020 to January 1, 2030.

• Increases the Architecture Licensing Board from 6 to 7 members, with 6 architects and 1 public member who cannot be licensed under design profession licensing acts.

• Adds email address requirements for applicants and licensees, requiring notification to the Department within 14 days of any changes to their email address of record.

• Restructures technical submission requirements by separating the definition of technical submissions from standards of professional skill and care in the Architecture Practice Act.

• Replaces numerous procedural references from "Director" to "Secretary" and updates disciplinary procedures, hearing processes, and restoration of license provisions throughout the Act.