Architectural Economy
- by: Logan M. Groher
- recipient: To waive NCARB reinstatement fees and withdraw escalated ARE fees
As you know, the last two years have been difficult for the architectural community. A great number of jobs have been eliminated due to lack of work. In fact, according to the latest study from the Georgia Department of Labor, the current unemployment rate in Georgia is up to a striking 9.5%. As a result, many interns are determined to take certification exams while unemployed; however, the exam fees are costly while unemployed.
To compound the problem, many people that are experiencing hardship due to lack of work have suffered charges from NCARB related to reinstatement fees. It is also my understanding that NCARB has proposed to raise the exam fees for the Architectural Registration Exams (ARE) by 20% above the current exam cost ($170 per exam to $210 per exam).
As an architect that holds an NCARB record, I am writing to ask NCARB to waive the reinstatement fees for NCARB record holders that have proof of unemployment related to lack of work. I am also writing to ask NCARB to waive the 20% escalated costs associated with taking the ARE for NCARB record holders. The 20% escalated fees should be withdrawn for the duration of time it takes for the national unemployment rate to stabilize.
Gordon E. Mills, FAIA
President
National Council of Architectural Registration Boards
1801 K Street, NW, Suite 700-K
Washington, DC 20006
Dear Mr. Mills,
As you know, the last two years have been difficult for the architectural community. A great number of jobs have been eliminated due to lack of work. In fact, according to the latest study from the Georgia Department of Labor, the current unemployment rate in Georgia is up to a striking 9.5%. As a result, many interns are determined to take certification exams while unemployed; however, the exam fees are costly while unemployed.
To compound the problem, many people that are experiencing hardship due to lack of work have suffered charges from NCARB related to reinstatement fees. It is also my understanding that NCARB has proposed to raise the exam fees for the Architectural Registration Exams (ARE) by 20% above the current exam cost ($170 per exam to $210 per exam).
As an architect that holds an NCARB record, I am writing to ask you to waive the reinstatement fees for NCARB record holders that have proof of unemployment related to lack of work. I am also writing to ask you to waive the 20% escalated costs associated with taking the ARE for NCARB record holders. The 20% escalated fees should be withdrawn for the duration of time it takes for the national unemployment rate to stabilize.
A petition has been established at http://www.thepetitionsite.com/. We will be mailing hand written signatures for your consideration in the coming months.
Thank you for your attention in this matter. I look forward to hearing from you.
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