Landscape Architect Articles

ASLA Seeks to Preserve the Nations Capital11-07-16 | News

ASLA Seeks to Preserve the Nation's Capital
Supports New Legislation Requiring Licensing for Landscape Architects in Washington D.C.

The Association of Landscape Professionals (ASLA) established in 1899, represents more than 15,000 members with 49 chapters in 50 states.

The American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) fully supports Bill 21-790, also known as the Regulation of Landscape Architecture and Professional Design Firms Act of 2016. The proposed legislation would establish licensure requirements for individuals who practice landscape architecture in the District of Columbia.

"Currently, the District of Columbia is the only state level jurisdiction in the United States that does not require landscape architects to be licensed." noted the ASLA in a statement released to the public in October of 2016.

There are approximately 16,400 licensed landscape architects in the United States. (asla.org) All 50 states have licensing requirements for individuals seeking to be known as landscape architects and 47 states have licensing requirements to practice the profession.

Since very few places in the country offer more landmarks per square foot than Washington D.C., some wonder why there are no strict regulations in place already governing who can call himself or herself a landscape architect.

By supporting Bill 21-790, the ASLA hopes to protect the heritage and character of the Capital for the public, the District's residents and the over 20 million annual visitors each year from every corner of the globe.

To help support the passing of Bill 21-790, the ASLA wants you to take action now and sign the petition to require licensure for landscape architects in Washington D.C.