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(1) Notwithstanding section 7, a person who does not possess the qualifications specified in that section but who, on application made to the Board within one year of the commencement of this Act, satisfies the Board that —
1. (a) he or she is a fit and proper person to be registered as an architect; and
1. (b) he or she has had before the commencement of this Act, not less than 15 years experience in the practice of architecture in a responsible position under an architect with qualifications as described in section 7,

is entitled upon compliance with the requirements of this Act and on payment of the first registration fee to be registered as an architect.

(2) In determining whether a person satisfies the requirements of subsection (1), the Board shall conduct such investigation relating to the experience in architecture of such person as it considers necessary, and may require such person to undergo a written or oral examination in architecture or both including draughtsmanship, design, detailing, basic engineering, specification and professional practice.