Permits, FAQs

1. Site plan showing property lines, locations of all buildings and propose site of storage building.

2. Storage buildings over 100 square feet require a building and zoning permit.

3. Storage buildings over 100 square feet require a footer.

To make appointments, call between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM and between 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM.

Ron DeVore Building Inspector 696-4429

Johnny Burton Plumbing Inspector 696-5512

James Harmon Electrical Inspector 696-5556

Scott Webb Fire Marshal 696-5960

To obtain a demolition permit

1. All structures must be tested for asbestos prior to any work beginning.

a.       It does best as materials are found They must be removed in accordance with the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources.

b.      Documentation regarding the removal and disposal of the material will be sent to the building inspection department.

2. The code enforcement officer will inspect the property to determine the requirements necessary to complete the demolition.
3. Verification that all utilities have been disconnected.
4. Verification of insurance.
5. A $200.00 deposit is required and will be refunded after the job it is satisfactorily completed.
6. A demolition permit costs $100.00.

To make appointments, call between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM and between 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM.

Ron DeVore Building Inspector 696-4429

Johnny Burton Plumbing Inspector 696-5512

James Harmon Electrical Inspector 696-5556

Scott Webb Fire Marshal 696-5960

All structures and buildings that will have a “change of use or occupancy” need to have a change of use permit issued ( International Building Code 2000 section 110). This provision of the code applies whenever a new business goes into an existing or new structure or there is a change of operator of the business. A review of the structure and location will be made by the zoning official, building inspectors, and the fire marshal to determine if the structure needs the appropriate codes for the intended use. Once this review is completed and the structure is found to be in compliance a change of use permit will be issued. The finance division will not issue a city business license until the building inspection division issues a “certificate of use and occupancy”. The cost of this permit is $5.00.

To make appointments, call between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM and between 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM.

Ron DeVore Building Inspector 696-4429

Johnny Burton Plumbing Inspector 696-5512

James Harmon Electrical Inspector 696-5556

Scott Webb Fire Marshal 696-5960

1. Site plan- must include the size of the lot, sewer and utility lines
2. Perimeter Fascia- constructed of compatible masonry material
3. Continuous footer
4. Vapor retarder (6 mil plastic)
5. Foundation vents
6. Plumbing test-results from manufacturer
7. HUD numbers-for each side
8. Oversize permit from engineering division
9. Smoke detectors per R 316.1 CABO 1995
10. Sanitary board receipt-for sewer connection tap
11. Contracts from all subcontractors

To make appointments, call between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM and between 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM.

Ron DeVore Building Inspector 696-4429

Johnny Burton Plumbing Inspector 696-5512

James Harmon Electrical Inspector 696-5556

Scott Webb Fire Marshal 696-5960

What do I need to bring for a building permit for new construction and additions?

1. Three sets of detailed construction documents and two additional sets of site plans.

2. The site plan must include the size of the lot, the size and location of all buildings, sewer and utility lines, drainage, grading details, elevations and property lines.

3. Schematic drawings of all new electrical systems, complete rewire, and changes in location of service panels.
4. Isometric plumbing drawings and basic floor plans for all gas, water supply, and wastewater work.
5. Schematic mechanical drawings and vertical elevations.
6. New construction must have the sanitary board receipt for all sanitary sewer connections.
7. Smoke detectors per R 316.1 CABO 1995.
8. Must provide copies of all contracts.

Ron DeVore Building Inspector 696-4429

Johnny Burton Plumbing Inspector 696-5512

James Harmon Electrical Inspector 696-5556

Scott Webb Fire Marshal 696-5960