City Building Permits

Vienna, WV - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Vienna, West Virginia. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

West Virginia Wood County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Covers all properties within Vienna city limits. Vienna is the second-largest city in Wood County (approx. 10,000+ residents). Does not cover unincorporated county areas.

Department
Building Code and Inspection Department, City of Vienna
Address
609 29th Street, Vienna, WV 26105
Phone
304-295-5070 ext. 338
Website
https://www.vienna-wv.com/159/Building-Code-Inspection

Online Permit Portal

Open Building Code and Inspection Department

Platform: City website (CivicPlus/Revize) • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Contact the Building Code and Inspection Department at 304-295-5070 ext. 338 or visit the office at 609 29th Street during business hours (Mon-Fri 8 AM - 4 PM) to confirm whether your project requires a permit.
  2. Obtain the building permit application (available at city offices or possibly downloadable from the city website forms section).
  3. Complete the application with: lot dimensions and shape, exact sizes and locations of existing structures, location and dimensions of proposed building or alteration, proposed use of building and land, number of residential units (if applicable), existing conditions on lot, and other information required by the Building Inspector.
  4. Submit application to the Building Code and Inspection Department.
  5. Pay the applicable permit fee (fee schedule per Section 1721.03 of Vienna codified ordinances; fees are posted in the office of the Mayor).
  6. Await plan review. The Building Inspector administers and enforces all building, construction, and occupancy permit requirements.
  7. Schedule required inspections.

Typical processing time: Not publicly stated.

Source: Building Code and Inspection Department, City of Vienna

General Requirements

Per Vienna codified ordinances Article 1721, permits are required for construction, alteration, repair, and occupancy changes consistent with the West Virginia State Building Code. Vienna requires a permit for any new shed regardless of size, with a required site plan showing where the shed will be located.

Required Documents

  • Application form
  • Site plan showing lot dimensions, existing structures, and proposed structure/alteration location and dimensions
  • Proposed use description
  • Residential unit count (if applicable)
  • Any other information required by the Building Inspector
Permit validity
Not publicly stated on web pages; contact office.
Building code
West Virginia State Building Code (2018 IBC, 2018 IRC, 2015 IECC, 2020 NEC) referenced in Article 1721 of the Vienna codified ordinances. A document titled 'Effective West Virginia Building Codes' is available from the department.
Owner-builder
Not stated publicly; contact office.
Contractor requirements
West Virginia contractor license required per state law (WV Code 30-42-10). Contact the Building Code and Inspection Department to confirm local requirements.

Fees

Permit fee formula
Fee schedule per Section 1721.03 of Vienna codified ordinances is posted in the office of the Mayor at 609 29th Street, Vienna, WV 26105. Not available online at time of research.
Payment note
No online payment portal identified. Fees likely paid in person at 609 29th Street. Contact office to confirm accepted payment methods.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Building Code and Inspection Department, City of Vienna to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • 304-295-5070 ext. 338 (phone)
Inspection hours
Monday-Friday 8 AM to 4 PM

Typical inspection sequence: Not detailed on public pages; the Building Inspector conducts inspections of properties throughout the city and enforces all code and occupancy requirements. Contact office for project-specific sequence.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Building Code and Inspection Department, City of Vienna before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Vienna Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Vienna, WV?
Per Vienna codified ordinances Article 1721, permits are required for construction, alteration, repair, and occupancy changes consistent with the West Virginia State Building Code. Vienna requires a permit for any new shed regardless of size, with a required site plan showing where the shed will be located.
How much does a building permit cost in Vienna, WV?
Fees are calculated as: Fee schedule per Section 1721.03 of Vienna codified ordinances is posted in the office of the Mayor at 609 29th Street, Vienna, WV 26105. Not available online at time of research..
How do I apply for a building permit in Vienna, WV?
1. Contact the Building Code and Inspection Department at 304-295-5070 ext. 338 or visit the office at 609 29th Street during business hours (Mon-Fri 8 AM - 4 PM) to confirm whether your project requires a permit. 2. Obtain the building permit application (available at city offices or possibly downloadable from the city website forms section). 3. Complete the application with: lot dimensions and shape, exact sizes and locations of existing structures, location and dimensions of proposed building or alteration, proposed use of building and land, number of residential units (if applicable), existing conditions on lot, and other information required by the Building Inspector. 4. Submit application to the Building Code and Inspection Department. 5. Pay the applicable permit fee (fee schedule per Section 1721.03 of Vienna codified ordinances; fees are posted in the office of the Mayor). 6. Await plan review. The Building Inspector administers and enforces all building, construction, and occupancy permit requirements. 7. Schedule required inspections.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Vienna, WV?
Typical processing time is Not publicly stated..
How do I schedule a building inspection in Vienna, WV?
Inspections can be scheduled via: 304-295-5070 ext. 338.

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