County Building Permits
Tyler County, WV - 2026 Building Permit Guide
How to apply for a building permit in unincorporated Tyler County, West Virginia. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.
Permit Authority
All unincorporated areas of Tyler County outside municipal limits.
- Department
- Tyler County Commission Building Official
- Address
- Middlebourne, WV
Application Process
- Contact Tyler County Commission building department to determine permit requirements and jurisdiction.
- Complete permit application form.
- Submit application with required documentation (plans, specifications, site plan as applicable).
- Pay applicable permit fee.
- Building inspector schedules and conducts required inspections.
- Final approval issued upon satisfactory completion of inspections.
General Requirements
Permits required for new construction, additions, structural modifications, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC work.
Required Documents
- Permit application form
- Site plan
- Building plans and specifications
- Building code
- 2018 West Virginia State Building Code
- Contractor requirements
- Contractor Licensing Board (WVCLB) licensure required for projects exceeding $5,000.
Fees
- Payment note
- Floodplain permit (outside 100-year floodplain): $25 flat fee. Floodplain permit (inside 100-year floodplain): $25 + 1% of total project cost.
Work That Does NOT Require a Permit
Contact the Tyler County Commission Building Official to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.
Inspections
How to Schedule
- Tyler County Commission (phone)
Typical inspection sequence: Typical sequence: foundation/site inspection, framing inspection, MEP inspection, final inspection.
Additional Resources
- Building code: 2018 West Virginia State Building Code
- Verify contractor license: West Virginia Contractor Licensing Board
- West Virginia State Fire Marshal
- Tyler County Floodplain Management
- FEMA Flood Map Service Center
- WV Flood Tool
- License lookup guide: West Virginia Contractor License Requirements
- Contract template: West Virginia Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
- West Virginia hub: West Virginia Contractor License & Permit Hub
Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Tyler County Commission Building Official before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Tyler County Building Permit FAQ
- Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Tyler County, WV?
- Permits required for new construction, additions, structural modifications, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC work.
- How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Tyler County, WV?
- 1. Contact Tyler County Commission building department to determine permit requirements and jurisdiction. 2. Complete permit application form. 3. Submit application with required documentation (plans, specifications, site plan as applicable). 4. Pay applicable permit fee. 5. Building inspector schedules and conducts required inspections. 6. Final approval issued upon satisfactory completion of inspections.
- What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Tyler County, WV?
- The following work is generally exempt: Agricultural structures used exclusively for agricultural purposes (requires exemption request from WV Department of Agriculture). Note: Exemption from building permit does not mean exemption from floodplain and zoning requirements. Confirm with Tyler County Commission before proceeding.
- How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Tyler County, WV?
- Inspections can be scheduled via: Tyler County Commission.
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