Key Takeaway
AI auth models must account for cost implications of each request, making usage-based access control a first-class concern alongside traditional role-based permissions.
When to Use This Template
Use this ADR when designing authentication and authorization for AI-powered features, migrating between auth models (e.g., from platform-managed to BYOA keys), or adding usage-based access tiers to existing AI features. AI features carry direct per-request costs that traditional auth models do not account for, making this a distinct architectural decision from general application auth.
ADR Template
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