N.J. Admin. Code § 13:27-9.5

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 21, November 4, 2024

Section 13:27-9.5 - Certification without written examination (grandfathering)

(a) Upon submission of a completed application provided by the Board for certification as a certified interior designer and payment of the application fee set forth in 13:27-9.17 and after review and recommendation by the Committee, the Board shall issue, without written examination, a certificate to any person who applies for certification by April 27, 2007, was a resident of this State on October 22, 2002, and:

1. Has completed at least 17,500 hours of diversified professional experience in interior design during a period of at least 10 years preceding October 22, 2002. For purposes of this paragraph, "diversified professional experience in interior design" means the preparation and administration, in accordance with applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards, of interior design documents including, but not limited to, drawings, schedules and specifications pertaining to the design intent and planning of interior spaces which shall include:

i. Furnishings,

ii. Layouts,

iii. Non-load bearing partitions,

iv. Fixtures,

v. Cabinetry,

vi. Lighting location and type,

vii. Outlet location and type,

viii. Switch location and type,

ix. Finishes,

x. Materials, and

xi. Interior construction not materially related to or materially affecting the building systems;

2. Demonstrates good moral character by furnishing three personal references, two from individuals who have known the applicant for at least five years and one from a State certified or licensed design professional, such as an interior designer, architect or professional engineer, who has first hand experience of the applicant's work. No individual providing a reference shall be related to the applicant. The applicant shall be responsible for ensuring that the Board receives these references; and

3. Pays the initial certification fee set forth in 13:27-9.17.

(b) The Committee may request additional documentation as it believes necessary, including, but not limited to, drawings, schedules and specifications prepared by the applicant, to verify the information contained in the application.

N.J. Admin. Code § 13:27-9.5

Administrative change.
See: 38 N.J.R. 2834(c).