City Building Permits

St. Albans, WV - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in St. Albans, West Virginia. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

West Virginia Kanawha County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Covers the incorporated city limits of St. Albans, located at the confluence of the Kanawha and Coal rivers, in the western part of Kanawha County.

Department
City of St. Albans Building and Zoning Department
Address
1499 MacCorkle Avenue, St. Albans, WV 25177
Phone
(304) 727-2962
Website
https://stalbanswv.com/departments/building-department/

Online Permit Portal

Open Building and Zoning Department

Platform: • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Contact the Building and Zoning Department at (304) 727-2962 or st.albans.building.dept@gmail.com to discuss the project and confirm permit requirements.
  2. All contractors must first obtain a City of St. Albans contractor registration (Business License fee: $90 for contractors; $50 for handymen) in addition to their WV state license.
  3. Complete the permit application.
  4. Submit application with required supporting documents.
  5. Pay the permit fee per the city's fee schedule (Article 1703 of the city code).
  6. Receive permit and post on site.
  7. Schedule required inspections through the department.

Source: City of St. Albans Building and Zoning Department

General Requirements

All construction including single family homes, commercial buildings, fences, swimming pools, storage sheds, re-roofs, and other construction.

Required Documents

  • Permit application
  • Contractor registration/license documentation
  • Plans as required
Building code
WV state-adopted codes. St. Albans has adopted updated building and electrical codes per city announcements.
Contractor requirements
Valid WV state contractor license plus City of St. Albans contractor registration required. Business License: $90 (contractor) or $50 (handyman).

Fees

Permit fee formula
Valuation-based per Article 1703 of city code.
Penalty (no permit)
If work requiring a permit was started before obtaining the permit, the fee doubles or an additional $100 is charged, whichever is greater.
Payment note
In-person at the department; contact for payment options.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of St. Albans Building and Zoning Department to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • (304) 727-2962 (phone)

Typical inspection sequence: Covers single family, commercial, fences, pools, sheds, re-roofs.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City of St. Albans Building and Zoning Department before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

St. Albans Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in St. Albans, WV?
All construction including single family homes, commercial buildings, fences, swimming pools, storage sheds, re-roofs, and other construction.
How much does a building permit cost in St. Albans, WV?
Fees are calculated as: Valuation-based per Article 1703 of city code..
How do I apply for a building permit in St. Albans, WV?
1. Contact the Building and Zoning Department at (304) 727-2962 or st.albans.building.dept@gmail.com to discuss the project and confirm permit requirements. 2. All contractors must first obtain a City of St. Albans contractor registration (Business License fee: $90 for contractors; $50 for handymen) in addition to their WV state license. 3. Complete the permit application. 4. Submit application with required supporting documents. 5. Pay the permit fee per the city's fee schedule (Article 1703 of the city code). 6. Receive permit and post on site. 7. Schedule required inspections through the department.
How do I schedule a building inspection in St. Albans, WV?
Inspections can be scheduled via: (304) 727-2962.

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