The bill amends the State Architectural and Licensed Interior Designers Act by updating the construction value thresholds for certain building types that are exempt from the act's provisions. Specifically, it raises the construction value limit for buildings used by municipalities, counties, states, public trusts, public agencies, or the federal government from $158,000 to $300,000. Additionally, the bill clarifies that nonstructural interior construction projects in Code Use Groups requiring an architect can be performed by licensed interior designers without the need for an architect.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the specific Code Use Groups that require architectural oversight for construction, additions, or alterations, while also detailing exemptions for smaller buildings and certain occupancy types. It emphasizes that upgrades, repairs, and changes that do not affect critical systems or safety measures are exempt from requiring an architect. The effective date for these changes is set for November 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 59-46.21b
Floor (House): 59-46.21b
Floor (Senate): 59-46.21b
Engrossed: 59-46.21b
Enrolled (final version): 59-46.21b