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How to Renew Your Iowa Landscape Architect License

Iowa landscape architects must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Iowa Landscape Architectural Examining Board (Iowa Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing, Professional Licensing Bureau).

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Iowa Landscape Architectural Examining Board (Iowa Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing, Professional Licensing Bureau) rule on September 4, 2026.

CE hours
24 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Next deadline
Per license
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Iowa landscape architects holding a All licensees license. Requirements are set by Iowa Landscape Architectural Examining Board (Iowa Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing, Professional Licensing Bureau).

When to renew

Iowa landscape architects licenses renew every 2 years, on the schedule your board assigns to your license. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/iac/chapter/481.1083.pdf)

The continuing education Iowa requires

Iowa Landscape Architectural Examining Board (Iowa Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing, Professional Licensing Bureau) requires 24 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • All 24 hours must be health, safety and welfare subjects in structured educational activities

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Iowa sets landscape architects requirements by license class (All licensees). Check the class printed on your license, then note your renewal date — renewals run the schedule your board assigns to your license.

  2. 2

    Complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Iowa Landscape Architectural Examining Board (Iowa Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing, Professional Licensing Bureau) requires 24 hours every 2 years, including All 24 hours must be health, safety and welfare subjects in structured educational activities. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the Iowa landscape architects course
  3. 3

    Save your certificate of completion

    Download the certificate the moment you finish and keep it with your license records.

  4. 4

    Make sure your hours reach the board

    In Iowa, you keep your certificate of completion and present it to the board if asked.

  5. 5

    Renew with Iowa Landscape Architectural Examining Board (Iowa Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing, Professional Licensing Bureau)

    Submit your renewal and pay the renewal fee before the deadline. A late renewal usually means a late fee, and a lapsed license can mean re-applying from scratch.

    Go to Iowa Landscape Architectural Examining Board (Iowa Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing, Professional Licensing Bureau)

Iowa landscape architect renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Iowa landscape architects need?
Iowa landscape architects must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Iowa Landscape Architectural Examining Board (Iowa Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing, Professional Licensing Bureau).
What topics are required for Iowa landscape architects continuing education?
Iowa Landscape Architectural Examining Board (Iowa Dept. of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing, Professional Licensing Bureau) requires coverage of: All 24 hours must be health, safety and welfare subjects in structured educational activities.
Can Iowa landscape architects complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Iowa requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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