IIDA Oregon Interior Design Legislation Survey
Purpose of this survey

The IIDA (International Interior Design Association) Oregon Chapter is the professional associations for Interior Designers across the state of Oregon and we want to understand what you, our members and NCIDQ holders, believe IIDA Oregon should prioritize as we explore future legislation related to commercial interior design in Oregon.

At a high level, there are two possible paths: a Practice Act or a Title Act.

Please review the explanations below, then share your perspective. Two Options Explained Simply
Option 1: Practice Act

A Practice Act regulates who can legally perform certain commercial interior design services.

  • Sets legal rules for practicing commercial interior design

  • Typically requires a state license to practice

  • Would require creation of a state governing board

  • That board would set regulations and handle discipline

  • License fees would likely be higher to fund the board

  • Usually mandatory to practice

  • Guarantees ability to permit (within non-structural, non-seismic scope)

In short:
 A Practice Act grants stronger professional rights

Option 2: Title Act

A Title Act regulates who can use a specific professional title.

  • Allows use of the title “Registered Commercial Interior Designer”

  • Grants a state-recognized professional title

  • Does not restrict who can practice commercial interior design

  • Generally voluntary

  • Lower cost to administer

  • Could potentially include limited stamp & seal privileges (ability to permit within non-structural, non-seismic scope)

  • Stamp & seal would need to be overseen by a regulatory agency

In short:
A Title Act offers recognition and credibility Common Questions

What would be required to qualify?

Under either option, requirements would likely be similar:

  • NCIDQ Certification

  • Formal interior design education (meeting NCIDQ eligibility standards)

  • Ongoing continuing education

  • Renewal every two years

Would this affect residential designers or contractors?

No. Neither option will regulate residential interior design or kitchen & bath design.

Why not a voluntary Practice Act?

Some states are exploring this, but it presents challenges. State Legislatures may be reluctant to approve a voluntary practice act because a voluntary registry cannot guarantee the fees required to fund a regulatory board. Learn More Here: https://iida.org/advocacy

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Email *
Are you an IIDA Member? *
Are you NCIDQ Certified?  *
Which path do you believe IIDA Oregon should pursue? *
Why does that option feel like the right direction for you? 
How important is it to you that licensure be voluntary vs mandatory?   *
Must be voluntary
Must be mandatory
How important is it to you that commercial interior designers have representation on the regulatory board?  *
Not important
Critical
How important are stamp & seal privileges (the ability to permit within a defined interior scope (non-structural, non-seismic) for to you personally?  *
Not important
Critical
Is there anything else you want IIDA Oregon to consider as we explore legislative options?
Advocacy Engagement. Would you be willing to support advocacy efforts?
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