Enforcement Actions - W
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Each page of the Enforcement Actions section is divided into subsections for citations, administrative actions, and convictions. You should check each subsection to see if an enforcement action has been taken against the individual you are seeking.
Citations
Carison C. Wade
Oakland —The Board issued a three-count citation that included a $2,000 administrative fine to Carison C. Wade, architect license number C-20004, for alleged violations of BPC 5558 (Business Entity Report) and 5584 (Willful Misconduct) and CCR section 160(b)(2) (Rules of Professional Conduct). The action alleged that Wade was paid for inspection services by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development but failed to pay his contracted Consultant, licensed in Hawaii, for inspection services; failed to respond to the Board’s requests for information within 30 days in regards to an investigation, and failed to provide the Board with his current name and address of the entity through which he provides architectural services. The citation became final on February 26, 2015.
Aaron Douglas Walker
Oregon City, OR —The Board issued a one-count citation that included a $250 administrative fine to Aaron Douglas Walker, architect license number C-30368, for an alleged violation of Business and Professions Code section 5600.05(a)(1) (License Renewal Process; Conditions; Certifications; Audit; False or Misleading Information; Disciplinary Action; Coursework Regarding Zero Net Carbon Design; Submission of Letter to Legislature). The action alleged that Walker certified false or misleading information on their 2023 License Renewal Application. Walker paid the fine, satisfying the citation. The citation became final on February 4, 2025.
Kent Wang
Hermosa Beach —The Board issued a one-count citation that included a $500 administrative fine to Kent Wang, architect license number C-33291, for an alleged violation of BPC 5600.05(a)(1) (License Renewal Process; Audit; False or Misleading Information on Coursework on Disability Access Requirements). The action alleged that Wang certified false or misleading information on his 2013 License Renewal Application. Wang paid the fine, satisfying the citation. The citation became final on August 21, 2015.
Kevin Waters
Los Angeles —The Board issued a one-count citation that included a $750 administrative fine to Kevin Waters, architect license number C -25786, for an alleged violation of Business and Professions Code (BPC) section 5588.
On or about June 20, 2019, the Board was notified of a $4,000,000 settlement Waters had entered into on or about June 7, 2019, which had not been reported to the Board. Waters acknowledged the settlement on or about March 12, 2020, in response to a contact letter from the Board dated February 14, 2020.
Waters explained that the CEO of the firm he worked for, Walker Parking Consultants, had handled the claim, and that although Waters had his deposition taken and was in attendance at an early mitigation meeting, he was “unaware the claim was settled.” Waters’ failure to report a settlement over the amount of $5,000 in a case alleging fraud, deceit, negligence, incompetence, or recklessness is a violation of BPC section 5588. Waters paid the fine, satisfying the citation. The citation became final on February 7, 2022.
Daniel C. Weber
Santa Barbara —The Board issued a two-count citation that included a $750 administrative fine to Daniel C. Weber, architect license number C-31516, for alleged violations of BPC 5600.05(b) (License Renewal Process; Audit; False or Misleading Information on Coursework on Disability Access Requirements) and California Code of Regulations section 160(b)(2) (Rules of Professional Conduct). The action alleged that Weber failed to maintain records of completion of the required coursework for two years from the date of license renewal and failed to make those records available to the Board for auditing upon request. He also failed to respond to the Board’s requests for information within 30 days in regards to an investigation. Weber paid the fine, satisfying the citation. The citation became final on March 30, 2016.
Earle Edward Weiss
Mill Valley —The Board issued a three-count citation that included a $1,500 administrative fine to Earle Edward Weiss, architect license number C-22416, for alleged violations of BPC 5536(a) (Practice Without License or Holding Self Out as Architect), 5536.22(a)(5) (Written Contract) and 5584 (Negligence). The action alleged that while Weiss’ license was expired, he executed a written contract to remodel an existing convent in San Francisco, California. The contract was on "E.E. Weiss Architects, Inc." letterhead, described the "Proposed Architectural Services" to be performed, contained the words "Architectural" and "Architect(s)" throughout, included Weiss’ signature next to the title "Architect," and did not contain a termination clause. Weiss also failed to confirm the height of an existing entry deck to the convent, thereby designing a ramp that would not satisfy accessibility design standards. Weiss paid the fine, satisfying the citation. The citation became final on July 14, 2016.
Claire Deborah Weisz
New York, New York —The Board issued a one-count citation that included a $500 administrative fine to Claire Deborah Weisz, architect license number C-22348, for an alleged violation of BPC 5600.05(a)(1) (License Renewal Process; Audit; False or Misleading Information on Coursework on Disability Access Requirements). The action alleged that Weisz certified false or misleading information on her 2015 License Renewal Application. Weisz paid the fine, satisfying the citation. The citation became final on May 24, 2016.
John E. Wells, III
Newport Beach —The Board issued a one-count citation that included a $250 administrative fine to John E. Wells III, architect license number C-4232, for an alleged violation of BPC § 5600.05(a)(1) (License Renewal Process; Audit; False or Misleading Information on Coursework on Disability Access Requirements). The action alleged that Wells certified false or misleading information on his 2017 License Renewal Application. Wells paid the fine, satisfying the citation. The citation became final on October 30, 2017.
Jennifer H. Wen
Santa Monica —The Board issued a two-count citation that included a $750 administrative fine to Jennifer H. Wen, architect license number C-27474, for alleged violations of BPC sections 5600.05(a)(1) and 5600.05(b) (License Renewal Process; Audit; False or Misleading Information on Coursework on Disability Access Requirements). The action alleged that Wen certified false or misleading information on her 2018 License Renewal Application and failed to maintain records of completion of the required coursework for two years from the date of license renewal and failed to make those records available to the Board for auditing upon request. Wen paid the fine, satisfying the citation. The citation became final on June 11, 2019.
Gregory P. Wesner
Castro Valley —The Board issued a one-count citation that included a $500 administrative fine to Gregory P. Wesner, architect license number C-27967, for an alleged violation of Business and Professions Code section 5600.05(a)(1) (License Renewal Process; Audit; False or Misleading Information on Coursework on Disability Access Requirements). The action alleged that Wesner certified false or misleading information on his 2019 License Renewal Application. Wesner paid the fine, satisfying the citation. The citation became final on February 26, 2020.
Sonsire Coromoto West
La Jolla —The Board issued a three-count citation, including an administrative fine in the amount of $3,500 to Sonsire Coromoto West, an unlicensed person, dba Scott A. Spencer & Associates, for alleged violations of Business and Professions Code sections 5536(a) and California Code of Regulations title 16, section 134.
On or about November 4, 2022, West was hired by J.B. (client) to design plans for a new accessory dwelling unit (ADU) on Edgeview Street in San Marcos, California. The contract amount was $3,500, which the client paid in full. As the project moved along, the client noticed issues and inaccuracies on the permit application, and West's delays caused the project to miss an end of the year filing deadline. West would make excuses as to why she could not complete the work, refused to send the client copies of the plans, and eventually stopped taking calls or responding to emails.
The client believed West was an architect, as she had identified herself as such in communications and in her contract. In a text message dated November 3, 2022, West told the client "But I'm a Architect." The contract contained the following:
- Page 1 "ARCHITECTUAL CONTRACT/ PROPOSAL"
- Page 1 The Subject is listed as "ARCHITECT"
- Page 2 "…Architectural Plans to HOA Board Approval"
- Page 3 "ARCHITECTUAL FLOOR PLANS" listed twice
- Page 3 "ARCHITECTUAL FEES" listed twice
- Page 4 "EXPENSES THAT ARE TO BE REIMBURSED…Fees paid by the Architect"
- Page 4 under RETAINER includes, "Architectural fees quoted…"
- Page 5 "ARCHITECT DATE"
Instead of West's address, the contract listed the address of licensed architect Scott A. Spencer (Spencer, C-33340). The plans created by West also contained Spencer's title block, which included his name, his firm name, contact information, and license number. The client believed that Mr. Spencer was the architect of record on the project and would stamp the plans, as his title block was on the plans. The client reached out to Mr. Spencer through his contact information on the plan's title block because she believed Mr. Spencer was West's employer, and liable for the work West provided.
The Board determined that West is not an employee of Mr. Spencer's firm, and that he had no knowledge of the project until he was contacted by the client because she was trying to get in touch with West.
West's online profiles listed her specialties as "Architecture & Interior Design" and used job titles that contained the terms "Architect," and "Architectural." They also listed her as Project Manager at Mr. Spencer's firm since 2018.
West's correspondence and contract wherein she used the titles of "Architect" and described her services as "Architecture" and "Architectural," are devices that might indicate to the public that West is an architect or qualified to engage in the practice of architecture in California. Such conduct constitutes violations of Business and Professions Code section 5536(a) and California Code of Regulations title 16, section 134. West's representation of her company as an architecture firm by using Mr. Spencer's title block is a violation of Business and Professions Code section 5536(a). West's online profiles wherein she used the titles of "Architect" and "Architecture Assistant" and described her services as "Architecture" and "Architectural" are devices that might indicate to the public that West is an architect or qualified to engage in the practice of architecture in California. Such conduct constitutes violations of Business and Professions Code section 5536(a). The citation became final on May 12, 2024.