Landscape Architect / Washington
2026 data Washington board official source

Washington 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 Washington data shows for Landscape Architects

Washington's path to landscape architect licensure runs through board-approved instruction, 2 years of supervised work experience, and a passing score on LARE (Landscape Architect Registration Exam) before applicants younger than 18 can be licensed. Washington folds the credential into its broader occupational licensing statute, which classifies the training track as "Bachelors or Masters Degree in Landscape Architecture".

The initial price tag is $339, and renewal costs $257 every 2 years. The license also carries an ongoing 24-hour continuing-education requirement per 2-year cycle that adds to the true cost of staying licensed.

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

Licensing Ease Score

F
Licensing Ease Score
22/100
Landscape Architect · Washington

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
$339
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden F
$129/yr
$257 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 Washington

Education / Training Hours
Bachelors or Masters Degree in Landscape Architecture
Not specified
Exam Requirement
LARE (Landscape Architect Registration Exam)
Required
Initial License Fee
$339
Renewal Fee
$257
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 Washington licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Landscape Architect in Washington? ▼
Washington requires, passing an exam (LARE (Landscape Architect Registration Exam)), and an initial fee of $339.
How do I get certified as a Landscape Architect in Washington? ▼
Certification as a landscape architect in Washington means clearing the state's checklist plus 2 years of work experience, and a passing exam score. The Washington licensing board can confirm the current details.
Can I transfer my Landscape Architect license to Washington from another state? ▼
For landscape architects, the reciprocity landscape looks like this: Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards reciprocity. Many professions are also covered by interstate licensing compacts that facilitate portability between states. Contact the Washington licensing board to confirm how it applies to your specific credential.
Does Washington require a background check for Landscape Architect licensing? ▼
Washington 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 Washington? ▼
Licensed landscape architects in Washington must complete 24 hours of continuing education every 2 years. The renewal fee is $257.

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What to do with this landscape architect license

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

  • See how Washington'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 Washington's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Washington overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Washington 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.

Read our methodology - how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.