What qualifications must the owner require of the architect identified as the architect in this contract?

• A. He must be licensed to legally act as an architect in the jurisdiction where the project is located.
• B. He must have a master's degree in architecture.
• C. He must be registered as a contractor.
• D. He must be bonded and insured.

Answer: (A)

Licensure to practice architecture in the project’s jurisdiction is the required qualification. The owner must ensure the architect is legally authorized to act as an architect where the project is located, so the designer can legally prepare and stamp drawings, comply with professional practice laws, and be accountable under licensing boards. A master's degree is not required by the contract, and licensure is not the same as registering as a contractor. Bonding and insurance pertain more to contractors than to architects, though the architect may carry professional liability insurance; the contract specifically calls for licensure to legally practice, not bonding or contractor status.