Architects Q & A
The following items are excerpts from the minutes of the Colorado Board of Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors. They are provided in this format to afford a central and simple location to search for the Board's position on various architecture topics and are intended to be informative. The circumstances are specific to the particular architecture situation that the Board reviewed and care should be taken in extrapolating the position of the Board for other conditions. NOTE: A full copy of the Board's minutes can be found on this web page.
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Board Meeting Date: |
November 12, 2010 |
Subject: |
Request for Board Opinion – Mark Baker, Architect – Building Information Modeling (BIM) Legal Issues |
Board Action: |
The Board considered a request for a Board opinion relating to legal issues with regard to Building Information Modeling (BIM) and the many parties who contribute to a project’s BIM. It was the consensus of the Board that BIM is a tool and does not change the application of the Board’s laws, rules, and policies. It is the Board’s opinion that design professionals are responsible for the work that they sign and seal regardless of the tools used. As for the legal issues that this subject presents, the Board recommended that legal counsel be sought. On the subject of liability in reference to the use of BIM, the Board suggested that discussions be held regarding the use of this tool with the individual’s insurance carrier. |
| Subject: | Discussion About Quality of Submittals to Public Agencies |
| Board Action: | The Board reviewed and discussed the quality of professionals’ submittals to public agencies and whether the AES Board should attempt to require a higher level of submittal. It was the consensus of the Board that if the plans, calculations or specs are stamped and signed by the licensee, they shall meet the standard of care applicable for their intended use. Documents falling under the scope of Rule 5.1.4 C.R.S. shall be appropriately identified and qualified and shall meet the standard of care intended for their use. |
| Date Received: | October 24, 2006 |
| Subject: | Bob Ward, Chief Building Official, City of Lamar |
| Board Action: | The Board reviewed an e-mail from Mr. Ward requesting a Board opinion on statute 12-25-303, C.R.S., as it relates to home rule cities. Board Council, John Roberts, reviewed the request and provided his informal opinion. It was the consensus of the Board to provide Mr. Ward with the memorandum written by the Mr. Roberts addressing his question. (Click here to view the document) |
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