Town of Marlinton

Building permits required for new construction of buildings or structures, additions or alterations to existing buildings, repairs affecting structural integrity/electrical/plumbing/mechanical systems, installation of electrical wiring/gas systems/plumbing fixtures, demolition or removal of buildings, changes in occupancy classification or use, construction in floodplain areas, signs (commercial or residential), and fences/walls/accessory structures (depending on size/materials).

• Exempt Accessory buildings/appurtenant structures (garages, carports, storage buildings) under $10,000 estimated cost
• Exempt Minor repairs not affecting structural integrity or systems

Note: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning and planning requirements. Confirm edge cases with Building Inspector before proceeding.

Building code

West Virginia State Building Code as adopted under Chapter 150 of the Marlinton Code of Ordinances, encompassing fire, building, plumbing, mechanical, fuel gas, residential, electrical, energy, and accessibility standards.

Contractor requirements

Contractors must hold appropriate West Virginia licenses for electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and general construction work if required by state law ($2,500+ projects).

Source: Town of Marlinton Building Inspector ↗

1. 01
   Contact Building Inspector Scott Gibb at (304) 799-4315 or sdgmarlinton@hotmail.com to discuss project requirements.
2. 02
   Obtain Building Permit Application form and Floodplain Development Permit Application (if applicable) from Town Hall or website.
3. 03
   Prepare construction plans and specifications meeting Chapter 150 standards.
4. 04
   Complete application form with project description, cost estimate, and contractor information.
5. 05
   Attach detailed plans (architectural, electrical, plumbing, mechanical) signed by licensed professional (for substantial projects).
6. 06
   For electrical/plumbing work, verify contractor holds appropriate West Virginia license.
7. 07
   Submit application with copies of all documents and payment to Building Inspector.
8. 08
   Building Inspector conducts preliminary site inspection.
9. 09
   Receive permit or request for plan revisions/additional information.
10. 10
    Display permit on-site at construction location.
11. 11
    Schedule inspections as construction phases are completed.
12. 12
    Pass final inspection and obtain Compliance Certificate or Certificate of Occupancy.

Typical processing time: Variable; contact Building Inspector for processing time estimates. Inspections typically scheduled within 1-2 business days of request.

Source: Town of Marlinton Building Inspector ↗

For most current fee schedule, visit townofmarlintonwv.com or contact Scott Gibb at (304) 799-4315. Floodplain Development Permit maximum fee capped at $100,000.00 (additional to building permit).

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

• (304) 799-4315 (phone)
• sdgmarlinton@hotmail.com (email)
• Town of Marlinton Building Inspector (in-person)

Scheduling deadline

Contact Building Inspector before covering up work.

Typical sequence: Typical sequence under Chapter 150: preliminary inspection (before permit issuance), foundation/footing inspection (after excavation/foundation forms, before concrete pour), framing inspection (after structural frame erected, before wall closure), electrical/mechanical/plumbing rough-in inspection (after rough-in work, before walls closed/drywall), insulation inspection (after insulation placed, before drywall/interior finishes), final inspection (after all work complete).