What is a revocable license?

A revocable license is defined as a license that can be withdrawn at any time by the granting party. In the context of architectural practice and licensing, this often refers to permissions granted for certain uses of property or intellectual property. A revocable license allows the licensor (in this case, NCARB or another governing body) flexibility in managing how their licensees utilize the licensed materials or rights.

Because this type of license can be rescinded at the discretion of the issuer, it is important for practitioners to understand that their right to practice under such a license can be contingent upon adherence to specific conditions defined by the licensor. This distinguishes it from other types of licenses that provide more permanency or security in the rights they convey.