How to Renew Your Minnesota Landscape Architect License

Who has to renew

This guide covers Minnesota landscape architects holding a Landscape Architect license. Requirements are set by The Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design.

When to renew

Minnesota landscape architects licenses renew every 2 years, on a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day. The next renewal deadline is June 30, 2028. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (MN Landscape Architects: 2-yr period ends June 30 of even years regardless of issuance (mn.gov AELSLAGID))

The continuing education Minnesota requires

The Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design requires 24 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

• Professional ethics — at least 2 hours
• Professional development in each profession — at least 8 hours

How to renew, step by step

1. 1

   Confirm your license class and renewal date

   Minnesota sets landscape architects requirements by license class (Landscape Architect). Check the class printed on your license, then note your renewal date — renewals run a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day; the next fixed deadline is June 30, 2028.

2. 2

   Complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education

   The Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design requires 24 hours every 2 years, including Professional ethics, Professional development in each profession. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

   See the Minnesota 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 Minnesota, you keep your certificate and attest to completion when you renew; the board may audit.

5. 5

   Renew with The Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design

   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 The Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design

Minnesota landscape architect renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Minnesota landscape architects need?

Minnesota landscape architects must complete 24 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by The Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design.

Which license classes does the Minnesota landscape architects CE requirement apply to?

The 24 hours requirement applies to: Landscape Architect.

What topics are required for Minnesota landscape architects continuing education?

The Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design requires coverage of: Professional ethics (2 hours); Professional development in each profession (8 hours).

Can Minnesota landscape architects complete continuing education online?

Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Minnesota requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

Sources

• The Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design — official board site
• Continuing education rule — the requirement cited above
• Minnesota Landscape Architects continuing education requirements — hours, topics and courses by license class