Code of Ethics and Conduct
General Obligations
Members shall strive to improve and advance their
knowledge and expertise in the profession of Building Design and
shall expend every effort to contribute to its improvement and growth.
1. Members shall continuously strive to demonstrate and improve
both their knowledge and competence.
2. Members shall seek a method of improving the design standards
of the day to the highest possible level.
3. Members shall attempt to promote public awareness, as it relates
to evaluating professional competence in the building industry.
Public Obligations
Members shall strive to serve the public and their
profession in every aspect of both professional and ethical conduct.
1. Members shall keep themselves informed of all pertinent laws,
ordinances, and building codes.
2. Members shall not engage in , assist, or be a party to any business
practice which is or could be fraudulent, illegal, or deceptive.
3. Members shall not knowingly infringe on the copyright of anothers'
work either in the profession or in business practice.
4. Members are encouraged to be involved in community and civic
activities that are beneficial to their community, state, or nation.
5. Members shall not discriminate in their professional conduct
on the basis of race, religion, gender, physical/mental disability,
or national origin.
Professional Obligations
Members shall conduct their professional activities
contributing to the health, welfare, and safety of the public and
to the advancement and understanding of their profession.
1. Members acting in a professional capacity shall make clear whether
statementsor actions are personal opinions, or have official direction
and approval when such statements might be construed to represent
the Institute
2. Members shall not make misleading statements regarding their
expertise, qualifications, or performance.
3. Members shall exercise reasonable effort in assuring that their
work is in the best interest of public health, welfare, and safety
and to encourage such action in others of the building industry.
