Tyler County, WV — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Tyler County Commission Building Official

Street address

Middlebourne, WV

Coverage

All unincorporated areas of Tyler County outside municipal limits.

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Tyler County

Permits required for new construction, additions, structural modifications, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC work.

Scope of work

Permit?

Agricultural structures used exclusively for agricultural purposes (requires exemption request from WV Department of Agriculture)

Exempt

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.

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.

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

01

Contact Tyler County Commission building department to determine permit requirements and jurisdiction.
02

Complete permit application form.
03

Submit application with required documentation (plans, specifications, site plan as applicable).
04

Pay applicable permit fee.
05

Building inspector schedules and conducts required inspections.
06

Final approval issued upon satisfactory completion of inspections.

§ 04

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

Tyler County Commission (phone)

Typical sequence: Typical sequence: foundation/site inspection, framing inspection, MEP inspection, final inspection.

§ 05

Frequently asked

Common questions about unincorporated Tyler County permits

01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Tyler County, WV? ▸

Permits required for new construction, additions, structural modifications, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC work.

02 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Tyler County, WV? ▸

To apply for a building permit in unincorporated Tyler County, WV, follow these steps: 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.

03 What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Tyler County, WV? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit 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. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

04 How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Tyler County, WV? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Tyler County, WV via: Tyler County Commission.

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Tyler County Commission Building Official before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

Unincorporated Tyler County