Town of Wardensville

Permit required for: new residential, commercial, or industrial structures; significant additions and alterations; accessory structures; zoning compliance documentation.

Note: Contact Wardensville Town Council at (304) 874-3950 to confirm whether specific projects are exempt from permitting.

Building code

West Virginia State Building Code (2018 International Building Code and 2018 International Residential Code). Wardensville Zoning Ordinance and Town of Wardensville Municipal Code apply.

Contractor requirements

Contractors must hold a valid West Virginia contractor license. Residential projects $2,500+ require license; electrical work $1,000+ requires separate Electrical Contractor license.

1. 01
   Verify zoning compliance by contacting Wardensville Planning Commission or Town Council to confirm property zoning and permitted uses.
2. 02
   Prepare permit application with project details, site plan, deed, and contractor information.
3. 03
   Provide West Virginia contractor license number.
4. 04
   Submit application to Wardensville Town Council/Planning Commission by mail or in person at 25 Warrior Way or PO Box 7.
5. 05
   Planning Commission reviews application for zoning and code compliance.
6. 06
   If conditional uses or variances required, public hearing may be conducted.
7. 07
   Upon approval, applicant receives permit and may begin construction.
8. 08
   Schedule required inspections with Town Council.
9. 09
   After final inspection passes, permit closed.

Typical processing time: Contact Town Council at (304) 874-3950 for processing timeline.

• (304) 874-3950 (phone)

Inspection hours

Monday–Friday, 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. (Town Hall office hours)

Typical sequence: Required inspection stages (West Virginia standard): foundation, framing, electrical/plumbing/HVAC, final inspection. Applicant coordinates with Town Council. Specific inspection schedule should be confirmed at time of permit issuance.