Landscape Architect licensing

Washington Landscape Architect license renewal: CE hours, fees, and board.

Washington landscape architect licenses renew every two years (biennial) and require 24 CE hours per 2-year cycle. Of that total, 18 hours must be Health, Safety, and Welfare (HSW). The approximate renewal fee is $590 per cycle.

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Renewal cycle
Biennial
CE required
24 / cycle
HSW hours
18 of total
Approximate fee
$590

CE and HSW requirements for landscape architects in Washington

Washington requires 24 CE hours per 2-year renewal cycle, of which 18 must be Health, Safety, and Welfare (HSW) hours.

Washington allows up to 12 excess CE hours to carry over to the next cycle.

24 PDH per biennium; at least 18 HSW. Up to 12 (earned in 2nd half) carry over.

How to renew your Washington landscape architect license

  1. 1
    Confirm your renewal date

    Washington landscape architect licenses renew every two years (biennial). Confirm your exact date on the board portal, deadlines and cycles can change.

  2. 2
    Verify your CE and HSW hours

    Confirm you have 24 CE hours for this cycle, including 18 HSW. Save certificates as PDFs in case the board audits you.

  3. 3
    Pay the renewal fee

    About $590. Renew through the Washington board portal and save your receipt.

  4. 4
    Save your updated license

    Once renewed, save your updated certificate. If your firm needs a copy for project files, send it the same day.

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Washington landscape architect renewal FAQ

How often does a Washington landscape architect license need to be renewed?+

Washington landscape architect licenses are renewed every two years (biennial).

How many CE hours does Washington require for landscape architect renewal?+

Washington requires 24 CE hours per 2-year cycle, including 18 Health, Safety, and Welfare (HSW) hours.

How much does it cost to renew a Washington landscape architect license?+

The approximate renewal fee is $590 per cycle. Fees change; confirm the current amount on the Washington board portal.

Does Washington require HSW hours for landscape architects?+

Yes. Of the 24 CE hours, 18 must be Health, Safety, and Welfare (HSW). PE License Pro tracks your HSW hours against this requirement automatically.

Does Washington allow landscape architect CE carryover?+

Yes. Washington allows up to 12 excess CE hours to carry over to the next renewal cycle.

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