How to Register A Practice
Requirements for a Joint A/E Corporation

• The primary and customary business of the corporation must be both the practice of engineering and the practice of architecture. 

• The practice of architecture must be conducted by, or under the direct personal supervision and responsibility of, one or more permanent employees or shareholders who are MAA Registered Members. 

• The corporation must carry professional liability insurance as prescribed by the MAA Council. 

• A majority of the directors and at least one officer of the corporation must be either APEGM Registered Members or APEGM and MAA Registered Members. 

• The majority of voting shares of the corporation must be held by either APEGM Registered Members or APEGM and MAA Registered Members. 

• The corporate name and letterhead must satisfy the requirements outlined in Section 15.5 of the MAA By-Laws. 

• The corporation must obtain a Certificate of Approval from the MAA on an annual basis. 

Note: Individuals other than APEGM and MAA Registered Members may be actively involved in the corporation. 

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