• an obligation to report any architectural matter with which the architect is professionally involved that could put the safety of any person at risk; • an obligation to provide professional services only after written terms of appointment are agreed; and • an obligation to advise clients of significant issues in a timely manner. The written terms of appointment must cover the scope of the work, the allocation of responsibilities, any limitation of responsibilities, fees or the method for calculating fees, and how billing will occur. The new rules also make some changes to the disciplinary hearing processes.