City of Paden City

Building permits are required for new construction (residential, commercial, institutional), structural additions and major alterations, work involving electrical, plumbing, mechanical systems, demolition, and floodplain development.

• Exempt Structures used exclusively for agricultural purposes
• Exempt Jobs with project value up to $500 (based on state model)

Note: Agricultural structures exempt from State Building Code; agritourism activities do not change agricultural property classification or require full code compliance for occasional events.

Building code

West Virginia State Building Code (2018 International Building Code with state amendments), Chapter 1331 (Building and Housing Code) of Paden City Codified Ordinances

Owner-builder

Contact city office for owner-builder requirements and disclosures.

Contractor requirements

Contractors must hold a valid West Virginia Contractor Licensing Board (WVCLB) license throughout construction. License verification: https://wvclboard.wv.gov/verify/

1. 01
   Contact Paden City Municipal Office or City Hall for permit application forms and requirements.
2. 02
   Prepare project plans and application documentation.
3. 03
   Submit application and plans to the city office.
4. 04
   Municipal Building Official reviews plans for code compliance.
5. 05
   Pay applicable building permit fees.
6. 06
   Receive permit approval.
7. 07
   Schedule required inspections during construction.
8. 08
   Final inspection and closure upon completion.

Typical processing time: Variable; contact city office for processing time estimates.

• Contact Paden City Municipal Office (phone)

Typical sequence: Standard inspection stages per state requirements: 1) Foundation inspection, 2) Framing inspection, 3) Mechanical/electrical/plumbing inspection, 4) Final inspection before occupancy.