Except as provided in Code Section 25-2-14, it shall be the duty of all public officials charged with the responsibility of enforcing codes related to the construction of buildings to require compliance with Code Section 43-4-14 before architectural plans, drawings, and specifications are approved for construction. Except as provided in Code Section 25-2-14, no building subject to Code Section 43-4-14 and requiring the services of an architect shall be built without such approval prior to construction.
History. Code 1933, § 84-321.1, enacted by Ga. L. 1981, p. 822, § 1; Ga. L. 1982, p. 1019, §§ 1A, 4A; Ga. L. 2000, p. 1527, § 1.
Cross references.
Enforcement of building codes generally, § 8-2-26 .
Regulation of fire and other hazards to persons and property, T. 25, C. 2.
Prohibition against use of construction plans and specifications not prepared by or under supervision of registered professional engineer or architect, § 43-15-24 .
Structure Georgia Code
Title 43 - Professions and Businesses
Article 1 - General Provisions
§ 43-4-4. Election of Board President and Vice President
§ 43-4-5. Record of Proceedings
§ 43-4-6. Reimbursement of Board Members
§ 43-4-7. Authority to Confer and Attend Meetings
§ 43-4-8. Enforcement of Chapter; Expenses
§ 43-4-9. Adoption of Rules, Regulations, and Standards of Conduct; Posting of Information
§ 43-4-12. Certificate of Registration; Renewal
§ 43-4-13. Suspension or Revocation of Certificate; Reprimand; Hearing; Reinstatement
§ 43-4-14. Qualification for Practice of Architecture; Exemptions
§ 43-4-15. Enforcement of Code Section 43-4-14
§ 43-4-16. Registered Architect Seal; Requirements
§ 43-4-17. Unlawful Practice of Architecture; Enforcement; Injunctions
§ 43-4-18. Cease and Desist Orders; Violations; Notice and Hearing; Judicial Review