City of Lewisburg

A building permit is required for decks, fences, fireplaces, garages, pools, water heaters, renovations, basement furnishings, garage conversions, kitchen expansions, reroofing, and all exterior changes.

Note: Historic District compliance required for all exterior changes. Properties in the Lewisburg Historic District (112 contributing buildings, ~350 acres, National Register of Historic Places) require Certificate of Appropriateness before building permit issuance.

Building code

Lewisburg Municipal Code (Chapter 1313, Building Permits; Chapter 1375, Applications for Permits) and West Virginia State Building Code

1. 01
   Pick up permit application form from City Hall (available in person).
2. 02
   For historic properties: Obtain Certificate of Appropriateness from Historic Landmarks Commission before building permit can be issued.
3. 03
   Complete application with all required information per city ordinances.
4. 04
   Submit to the Administrative Officer.
5. 05
   Administrative Officer reviews application for compliance with all ordinance requirements.
6. 06
   Application is reviewed at a publicized Planning and Zoning meeting (approximately 14 days for review).
7. 07
   Permit is issued upon approval.

Typical processing time: Approximately 14 days for review through Planning and Zoning meeting.

Typical sequence: Inspections are scheduled during the permit review process. Final occupancy certificates required.