Unincorporated Pleasants County

A building permit is required for new structures, major improvements/renovations, structure relocations, and additions within unincorporated Pleasants County.

• Exempt Buildings or structures utilized exclusively for agricultural purposes are exempt from state building code provisions.

Note: Floodplain management requirements apply even if building is exempt from state building code. Properties in Ohio River floodplain require elevation, flood-resistant materials, and utility elevation per FEMA standards.

Building code

West Virginia State Building Code 2018 (International Building Code 2018 based); West Virginia Residential Code 2018 (IRC 2018 based)

Contractor requirements

Contractors must hold valid West Virginia contractor license for work valued at $2,500+ (residential) or $5,000+ (commercial).

1. 01
   Contact Pleasants County Commission at (304) 684-3542 or visit in person at 301 Court Lane, St. Marys, WV 26170.
2. 02
   Request building permit application form for your project type.
3. 03
   Complete application with project details, site plans, and contractor information.
4. 04
   Submit application along with required documentation to the county commission office.
5. 05
   County will review application for compliance with state building code and zoning.
6. 06
   Obtain written approval before starting construction.

Typical processing time: Processing time not specified; contact county commission for details.

• (304) 684-3542 (phone)

Typical sequence: County will conduct plan review before permit issuance. Inspections required during construction (exact stages depend on project type). Final inspection required before occupancy.