Landscape Architect / Georgia
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Georgia Landscape Architect License Requirements

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State-board requirements, fees, and renewal cycle drawn from official regulator records.

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Plans and designs outdoor spaces including parks and gardens.

What the Georgia data shows for Landscape Architects

Becoming a licensed landscape architect in Georgia means clearing a defined set of hurdles: board-approved training, a passing score on LARE (Landscape Architect Registration Exam), and 2 years of supervised work experience once the applicant turns 18. Georgia regulators place this credential inside their licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Bachelors or Masters Degree in Landscape Architecture".

Upfront cost is $224, with renewal running $178 on a 2-year cycle. Maintaining the license requires 24 hours of continuing education per 2-year cycle, an ongoing cost applicants often underestimate when budgeting the career.

Reciprocity for this profession works like this: Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards reciprocity.

Licensing Ease Score

F
Licensing Ease Score
28/100
Landscape Architect · Georgia

A higher score means this specific license is LESS burdensome to obtain and maintain here than the national requirement corpus, based on education hours, fees, continuing education, and experience requirements, not an overall judgment of the profession or the state.

Education & Training N/A
N/A
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$224
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden F
$89/yr
$178 every 2 years
Continuing Education C-
12.0 hrs/yr
24 hours every 2 years
Experience Required F
2 years
Supervised work experience required before licensure

Licensing Requirements in Georgia

Education / Training Hours
Bachelors or Masters Degree in Landscape Architecture
Not specified
Exam Requirement
LARE (Landscape Architect Registration Exam)
Required
Initial License Fee
$224
Renewal Fee
$178
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
24 hrs/cycle
Criminal History Check
Not Required
Minimum Age
18 years
Work Experience Required
2 years

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Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Georgia licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Landscape Architect in Georgia? ▼
In Georgia, the license path calls for, a passing score on LARE (Landscape Architect Registration Exam), and a $224 initial fee.
How do I get certified as a Landscape Architect in Georgia? ▼
Georgia licenses landscape architects who complete its requirements (2 years of experience) and a passing exam. Verify the latest details with the Georgia licensing board.
Can I transfer my Landscape Architect license to Georgia from another state? ▼
Here's how reciprocity typically plays out for landscape architects: Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards reciprocity. Many occupations are additionally covered by interstate licensing compacts that ease cross-state moves. Check with the Georgia licensing board for how this applies to you.
Does Georgia require a background check for Landscape Architect licensing? ▼
Georgia does not currently require a criminal background check for landscape architect licensing, though this may vary by employer or specific role.
What are the continuing education requirements for Landscape Architect in Georgia? ▼
Licensed landscape architects in Georgia must complete 24 hours of continuing education every 2 years. The renewal fee is $178.

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What to do with this landscape architect license

Landscape Architect in Georgia, with a documented reciprocity path, is one requirement row in a landscape architect-wide, 50-state comparison.

  • See how Georgia's landscape architect requirements compare to every other state before relocating. Landscape Architect in every state
  • Confirm whether your out-of-state landscape architect license transfers under an interstate compact before starting a new application. Reciprocity guide
  • See how Georgia's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Georgia overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Georgia licensing board before making career decisions.

Source: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites

According to the National Conference of State Legislatures and the Institute for Justice, the PlainCredential comparison corpus (current as of May 15, 2026) maps 4,947 state licensing requirement records; see the methodology.

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