Hampshire County, WV — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Hampshire County Planning Commission

Street address

Old Jail Building, 90 North High Street, Romney, WV 26757

Phone

(304) 822-7018

Coverage

All unincorporated areas of Hampshire County, including communities like Augusta, Shanks, Pleasant Dale, and other unincorporated areas.

Website

Department website

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Hampshire County

A building permit is required for new construction, additions, alterations, demolition, accessory buildings, land development, and subdivision.

Scope of work

Permit?

Agricultural buildings (exempt status available)

Exempt

Religious buildings (exempt status available)

Exempt

Other structures qualifying for exempt status under Hampshire County ordinance

Exempt

Exempt Agricultural buildings (exempt status available)
Exempt Religious buildings (exempt status available)
Exempt Other structures qualifying for exempt status under Hampshire County ordinance

Note: Exemptions apply only to building permit; confirm edge cases directly with Planning Commission.

Required documents

Completed building permit application
Architectural or engineering plans
Property description
Project scope and estimated cost
Contractor information and licensing proof (if applicable)

Building code: Hampshire County Building Code Ordinance (adopted effective July 1, 2006, with periodic updates); West Virginia State Building Code: 2018 IBC, 2018 IRC, 2018 IPC, 2018 IMC, 2018 IEBC, 2015 IECC (effective August 1, 2022); 2020 NEC
Contractor requirements: Contractors must provide proof of valid West Virginia contractor license or file affidavit that licensing is not required for project scope/value. Residential work over $2,500 and commercial work over $5,000 require license.

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

01

Obtain building permit application from Hampshire County Planning Commission (in person or by mail).
02

Complete application with project details: property description, project scope, estimated cost, and contractor information.
03

Prepare architectural/engineering plans compliant with Hampshire County Building Code and West Virginia State Building Code.
04

Submit completed application and plans to Planning Commission at 90 North High Street, Romney, WV or PO Box 883, Romney, WV 26757.
05

Pay application fee based on project valuation.
06

Permit is issued upon approval.
07

Display permit at job site.
08

Schedule required inspections with Planning Commission.

Source: Hampshire County Planning Commission ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Hampshire County building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

$25

Permit fee formula

$0–$12,500: $25 application fee; over $12,500: $2 per $1,000 of estimated value

Complete fee schedule including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and other specialty permits should be confirmed directly with Planning Commission.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

(304) 822-7018 (phone)

Typical sequence: Required inspection stages: foundation/footing, framing, mechanical/electrical/plumbing (MEP), roof/sheathing (if required), and final inspection. MDIA (Manufactured Home Installer) inspection documents and fees required for applicable projects.

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about unincorporated Hampshire County permits

01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Hampshire County, WV? ▸

A building permit is required for new construction, additions, alterations, demolition, accessory buildings, land development, and subdivision.

02 How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Hampshire County, WV? ▸

Building permit fees in unincorporated Hampshire County, WV are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $25. Fees are calculated as: $0–$12,500: $25 application fee; over $12,500: $2 per $1,000 of estimated value.

03 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Hampshire County, WV? ▸

To apply for a building permit in unincorporated Hampshire County, WV, follow these steps: 1. Obtain building permit application from Hampshire County Planning Commission (in person or by mail). 2. Complete application with project details: property description, project scope, estimated cost, and contractor information. 3. Prepare architectural/engineering plans compliant with Hampshire County Building Code and West Virginia State Building Code. 4. Submit completed application and plans to Planning Commission at 90 North High Street, Romney, WV or PO Box 883, Romney, WV 26757. 5. Pay application fee based on project valuation. 6. Permit is issued upon approval. 7. Display permit at job site. 8. Schedule required inspections with Planning Commission.

04 What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Hampshire County, WV? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in unincorporated Hampshire County, WV. The following work is generally exempt: Agricultural buildings (exempt status available); Religious buildings (exempt status available); Other structures qualifying for exempt status under Hampshire County ordinance. Note: Exemptions apply only to building permit; confirm edge cases directly with Planning Commission. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

05 How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Hampshire County, WV? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Hampshire County, WV via: (304) 822-7018.

last verified April 2026 source Hampshire County Planning Commission ↗ entry id permits/west-virginia/hampshire/unincorporated

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Hampshire County Planning Commission before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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