The Architects Registration Council (ARC) is the statutory body for the regulation and promotion of architectural practice in Ghana. It […]
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the Governing Body of the ARC?
The governing body of the ARC is a Board, consisting of 10 members as follows: One registered architect nominated by[…..]
Wasn’t the GIA before now doing exactly what the ARC is supposed to be doing?
Yes. Much as the said Decree has been in existence all this while, the ARC functioned only for a period[…..]
What is therefore the difference between the GIA and ARC?
The GIA is a professional Association like the Ghana Bar Association or the Ghana medical Association. These are associations or[…..]
Are there other separated professional associations and registration bodies in Ghana?
Yes. There are the following examples: National Association Legal Registration Body Ghana Medical Association (GMA) Medical and Dental Council Ghana[…..]
Why is the Ghana Institution of engineers (Gh.IE) or the Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GIS) not among the above list?
These two sister Institutions within the construction / building industry are also professional because their membership is like a school[…..]
Are there similar professional Associations and Registration Bodies elsewhere?
Yes, there are the following examples: Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) & Architects Registration Board – formerly ARCUK Nigeria[…..]
Does the above mean that the ARC can prosecute members of the public who infringe on the Architects Decree?
Yes. The power of law will be behind the ARC if it so desires to caution or prosecute anyone, architects[…..]
Who can register an architectural Firm with the ARC?
With the resuscitation of the ARC all earlier registered architects and firms with the GIA were deemed to be prima-facie[…..]
Do Firms really have to register?
Yes. Architectural Firms need to also register with the ARC. The same is expected of any Foreign Firm working on[…..]
Can, and should any trained architect register with the ARC?
Yes, any trained architect with a recognized professional degree by the Council can and should Register with the ARC in[…..]
Why is the ARC located within the GIA Secretariat?
In view of the inability of the Ministry of Works and Housing to immediately provide or even rent any property[…..]