The National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) adopted a statement establishing its position on using artificial intelligence (AI) in architectural practice and its impact on regulation.
Advancements in AI and computational design are providing architects with new labor-saving tools and transforming many of the tasks associated with project delivery.
At NCARB’s June 2024 Annual Business Meeting (ABM), 150 licensing board members from around the country participated in a workshop on AI and regulation.
Although opinions were divided, a consensus was reached on some topics:
- Regulators should avoid restricting technological advancements that enhance the profession’s capacity to promote public health, safety, and welfare.
- Any proposed regulation that employs AI must ensure the licensed practitioner remains in control and continues to be accountable for all submissions under their seal.
- Regardless of the AI tools used, the architect will be responsible for providing services in conformance with the standard of care.
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