The implementation of construction work implies a high responsibility of performers. This is especially true for facilities, the operation of which is associated with the provision of accommodation for several families, hazardous industries and structures included in various infrastructure networks. Significant risks in the implementation of such buildings and structures take place already at the design stage. In this regard, any organization planning to carry out activities in this area must issue an SRO permit for design work for legalization. Previously, start-up companies had to obtain a license, but in recent years, designers are required to register with self-regulatory organizations, that is, SROs.
What is an SRO?
A self-regulatory organization is an association of professionals that has a license to issue approvals for certain types of work. In this case, the field of construction design is considered, therefore, members of the organization are represented by legal entities specializing in the development of project documentation. Actually, a member of the community is a priori a legal participant in the construction market in its segment. Currently, there are many SROs for design work, therefore, as a rule, there are no problems with finding the right organization. It is important to consider the requirements that such communities put forward for candidates.
How is SRO different from licensing?
The abolition of the licensing procedure by many participants in the construction market was received positively, although changes in the legislation subsequently turned out to be not so unambiguous. The emergence of self-regulatory communities, on the one hand, facilitated professional activities in the market, but on the other, formed a tough barrier to unscrupulous performers. Unlike the traditional license, the SRO for design work involves the regulation of the activities of its participants even after obtaining permits. The advantages of such control include assistance in legal matters, sometimes financing, as well as more winning positions in the market and priority in competitions for large orders. The disadvantages include regular contributions, which are not comparable with the costs of the licensing process.
How to join a self-regulatory organization?
From a formal point of view, the entry procedure takes place in the form of a commission, which determines whether the applicant meets the established requirements. The rules for admission of new participants may be different depending on the specific SRO, but in most cases the following conditions must be met:
- The presence of specialized education. If we are talking about a company, then three of its employees must have diplomas of specialists in design. The same applies to persons entering SROs for design work as individual entrepreneurs.
- Presence of work experience. An individual entrepreneur, in turn, must have 10 years of experience in the field of design, and employees of the organization at least 5 years.
The list of documents for admission to SRO
To get an SRO permit for design work, you should be prepared to provide the following documents:
- Notarized certificate of assignment of PSRN (state registration).
- Certificate of registration at the IFTS.
- Articles of association.
- If available, a memorandum of association must be provided
- Extract from the register.
- Copies of diplomas of the head and employees, confirming the qualifications of the enterprise.
- Bank details of the organization.
- If the entry is planned to expand the scope of professional activity and the applicant for membership already has an SRO certificate for design work, then it is advisable to provide this document.
- The contract on the lease of company premises or documents proving ownership.
How much does entry with a community cost?
One of the disadvantages of participating in self-regulatory organizations is the introduction of cash contributions to the compensation fund. There are several payment points, among which the following can be distinguished:
- The initial membership fee upon entry into the SRO for design work - an average of 50 thousand rubles at a time.
- Monthly membership fee - about 5 thousand rubles.
- Designer's insurance policy payment - not more than 3 thousand rubles.
Many organizations also offer additional services for their members. These may include advanced training courses for designers, access to ISO certification documents that may be required by company clients, and other paid services.
What types of design legalizes SRO?
The field of design activity is quite extensive and not all types of work require mandatory approval from performers. To understand whether an SRO is necessary for design work in a particular case, you should familiarize yourself with the following list of operations for which you need to have a certificate:
- Preparation of project documentation in the preparation of plans and schemes of land plots, linear objects, as well as architectural and structural solutions.
- Preparation of information on engineering support, internal technological networks, etc.
- Development of special sections in project documents. In this case, the speech may relate to objects of the defense complex, industrial safety systems, hydraulic structures, etc.
- Designing measures to ensure fire safety and environmental protection.
- Inspection of building structures and structures.
What works do not require SRO approval?
Activities that in the future do not have a sufficient impact on the reliability of capital structures do not have special requirements for the admission of SROs to design work. The types of work in this category can be represented by the following list:
- Construction of garages, arrangement of garden and household farms, the operation of which is not related to entrepreneurial activity.
- Design of stalls, mounted and other structures not related to capital construction.
- Design and construction of auxiliary facilities.
- Drawing up a plan for the reconstruction of capital facilities, provided that the changes do not affect the structural basis of the building and, accordingly, do not affect the characteristics of its reliability and safety.
- Design of internal energy supply systems.
- Creation of landscape and interior design projects.
Conclusion
Despite the fact that SROs maintain strict regulations when issuing permits for design work, participants in such associations have many advantages. For example, turning to the design SRO, the list of works of which with tolerances goes far beyond the scope of the proposed activity, the participant receives the opportunity to improve their skills. In addition, members of associations are protected by specialists in law, receive insurance and access to profitable tenders. One way or another, in the end, the client wins, to the cooperation with which real experts were allowed. As originally planned, the SRO is still an instrument for careful selection of participants in the construction market with the provision of the necessary permits.