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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Granville
Per Article 1705 and Section 1739.07 of the Granville Codified Ordinances, a building permit is required before any construction, reconstruction, alteration, repair, removal, or demolition of a structure. Mobile homes require a separate permit from Common Council (in addition to any building permit) before placement on any property in town.
Note: Exact list not published on the public website; governed by Article 1705 of the Granville Codified Ordinances. Consistent with WV State Building Code exemptions generally: minor repairs not affecting structural integrity or fire safety, painting, wallpapering, tiling, and similar finish work. Confirm project-specific exemptions with Town Hall.
- Completed application form
- Construction plans
- Description of work
- Project valuation
- Building code
- West Virginia State Building Code (2018 IBC, 2018 IRC with amendments). Granville's ordinances reference the WV State Building Code. Article 1705 governs building permits and fees locally.
- Permit validity
- Time limitations addressed in Article 1705 of the Granville Codified Ordinances; contact Town Hall for specific validity period.
- Owner-builder
- Not specified in public materials; contact Town Hall at 304-599-5080.
- Contractor requirements
- WV state contractor licensing requirements apply. Consistent with WV law: residential projects under $5,000 or commercial under $25,000 may require only a WV Tax Business License; above those thresholds a full WV contractor license is required.
Application process
Typical processing: Not published; contact Town Hall at 304-599-5080.
- 01 Download the Building Permit Application from the Town of Granville website at https://townofgranvillewv.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Building-Permit-Application-2019.pdf
- 02 Complete the form with: property address, owner information, detailed description of work to be performed, total value of the work, and property type (residential, rental/commercial, or industrial).
- 03 Attach detailed construction plans drawn to scale.
- 04 Submit completed application and plans to Town Hall at 1245 Main Street during office hours (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM).
- 05 Staff review the application. For mobile homes, placement requires Common Council approval.
- 06 Permit is issued upon approval and payment of fees.
- 07 Post permit on site before beginning work.
- 08 Schedule inspections as required for the project type.
Typical processing time: Not published; contact Town Hall at 304-599-5080.
Source: Town of Granville (building permits administered through Town Hall) ↗
Fee schedule
Granville building permit fees
Payment processed through Town Hall; online payment may be available. Contact office at 304-599-5080 for accepted payment methods.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- Town Hall (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Town Hall hours 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday-Friday.
Typical sequence: Not published on the public website; follows standard WV building code inspection sequence for the project type. Confirm with building official at permit issuance.
Frequently asked
Common questions about Granville permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Granville, WV? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in Granville, WV? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Granville, WV? ▸
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Granville, WV? ▸
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Granville, WV? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Town of Granville (building permits administered through Town Hall) before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.