Unincorporated Marshall County

Permits required for all new construction, additions and modifications, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work, and any project requiring contractor services.

• Exempt Buildings or structures utilized exclusively for agricultural purposes are exempt from provisions of the West Virginia State Building Code

Note: Agricultural exemption does not exempt from zoning and planning requirements. Confirm with the Building Department before proceeding.

Building code

West Virginia State Building Code; 2020 NEC; 2018 IBC; 2018 IMC; 2018 IPC; 2018 IEBC; 2018 IRC (Chapter 11 replaced with 2009 IECC); 2015 IECC

Contractor requirements

Contractors must hold appropriate West Virginia Contractor Licensing Board certification for residential projects over $2,500 or commercial projects over $5,000.

1. 01
   Contact the Marshall County Building Department at 304-686-2366
2. 02
   Obtain required application forms and determine permit requirements
3. 03
   Prepare all required documentation (plans, specifications, proof of contractor licensing if applicable)
4. 04
   Submit completed application with required fees
5. 05
   Application is reviewed for code compliance
6. 06
   Permit is issued upon approval
7. 07
   Schedule required inspections

• 304-686-2366 (phone)

Typical sequence: Required inspections vary by project type but typically include: foundation inspection (before concrete pour), framing inspection, electrical rough-in inspection, plumbing rough-in inspection, HVAC rough-in inspection, and final inspection (before occupancy).