RICS Mandates AI Standards for Surveyors
RICS has introduced the world's first mandatory professional standard for artificial intelligence use in surveying practice, effective from March 9, 2026. The global standard imposes binding obligatio
RICS has introduced the world's first mandatory professional standard for artificial intelligence use in surveying practice, effective from March 9, 2026. The global standard imposes binding obligations on all RICS members and regulated firms, requiring baseline AI competence, written client disclosure before using AI tools, comprehensive documentation including quarterly risk registers, and named surveyor accountability for every AI output. The move reflects growing AI integration across valuation, construction and land services while acknowledging high professional and commercial risks if not managed appropriately. The standard establishes detailed compliance frameworks that will inform assessment of professional negligence claims, marking a significant shift in the regulatory landscape. RICS positions this as enabling the profession to lead responsible technology adoption rather than merely responding to regulatory pressure.