Permits & licensing in West Virginia local government
What West Virginia city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about permits & licensing — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
83 West Virginia meetings since 2024 covered permits & licensing. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in West Virginia with the most permits & licensing activity
- Charleston, WV (19)
- Shepherdstown, WV (19)
- Wheeling, WV (12)
- Morgantown, WV (10)
- Fairmont, WV (10)
- Charles Town, WV (4)
- Moundsville, WV (4)
- Ranson corporation, WV (2)
- Ronceverte, WV (2)
- Weirton, WV (1)
Latest matching meetings
Board to weigh Go-Mart sign variance and home tattoo studio permit
The Charleston Board of Zoning Appeals will review two requests: a variance for a larger and taller freestanding sign at a Go-Mart location, and a conditional use permit for a home-based tattoo studio. The board will also approve minutes from two prior hearings.
Parking Authority to review Lot C sealing, budget, and garage permits
The Morgantown Parking Authority is meeting to discuss unfinished business including Lot C sealing, BGD Lots C, B, and J, a Ventrac purchase update, T2 communication issues, a parking study, and Spruce Street drains. New business includes a budget performance report, garage permits for students (all sold), and the…
Commission reviews addition at 2239 Market St.
The Wheeling Historic Landmarks Commission will approve the minutes from the August 6, 2026 meeting. The primary action item is a review of a Certificate of Appropriateness for an addition at 2239 Market St. associated with Studio MC. No other specific projects, dollar amounts, or ordinances are listed on the agenda.
Council to vote on Hart Field Road, stormwater, and Greenbag Road ordinances
The Morgantown City Council will hold public hearings and vote on three ordinances: establishing Hart Field Road in the city street system, amending stormwater and building permitting rules, and reauthorizing the transfer of Greenbag Road property to the DOH. The council will also consider a first reading of a fee…
Council to vote on three ordinances, including Hart Field Road and stormwater changes
The Morgantown City Council will hold public hearings and vote on three ordinances: establishing Hart Field Road in the city street system, amending stormwater and building permitting rules, and reauthorizing the transfer of Greenbag Road property to the state DOH. They will also consider a first reading of a fee…
Board to weigh event center permit and YWCA building variances
The Wheeling Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a conditional use permit for an event center at 4501 Eoff St. and two variance requests from the YWCA to build on three vacant lots on Chapline St. The board will also approve minutes from its July 16 meeting.
Board to decide on firearm sales home business, two variances
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings and decide on three requests: a variance to install solar panels in a front yard at 9 Fox Chase Rd, a variance to reduce side setbacks for a home addition at 700 Bendview Dr, and a conditional use permit for a home-based firearm sales business at 221 Sunset Dr…
Board of Zoning Appeals to consider event center at 4501 Eoff St.
The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to approve previous minutes and review one new business item. The board is considering a request for a Conditional Use Permit for a specific property.
PODA committee to review new applicant Backyard Pizza Morgantown
The PODA Review Committee meets to discuss general updates, including pending annual renewals, marketing materials, and a new applicant. The meeting is largely procedural with no votes or binding decisions expected.
Wheeling City Council to consider zone change for North Park Parcel 10-W30A-335
The City Council will discuss several original propositions, including insurance coverage and maintenance contracts. The body will also review unfinished business regarding equipment and fund transfers. The meeting includes notices for four WVABCA applications.
Historic Landmarks Commission to review three applications for property changes
The Shepherdstown Historic Landmarks Commission is meeting to review three applications for alterations to historic properties: a carport at 312 W. German St., window and door replacement at 201 N. Mill St., and a fence at 203 W. New St. The commission will also hold workshop sessions on porch restoration at 201 N…
Commission reviews window and wood replacement at 610-612 Main St.
The Historic Landmarks Commission is meeting to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for repairs at 610-612 Main St. The body will also address an item from April 2, 2025, where no action was taken due to the applicant's absence.
HLC to review shed, gutter, and roof applications in historic district
The Shepherdstown Historic Landmarks Commission will consider three applications for work in the historic district: a wooden storage shed at 101 N. Brown Alley, a gutter and downspout at 407 E. German Street, and a roof replacement at 106 W. New Street. The commission will also hold workshop sessions on a…
Board of Zoning Appeals to consider variance for garage at 163 Idabelle Ave.
The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to review a request from Raymond Gomez. The applicant is seeking variances to build a garage at 163 Idabelle Ave.
Parking Authority to consider handicap parking permits for three addresses
The Parking Authority will consider issuing handicap parking permits for 323 View Ave. (two permits) and 328 Chicago St. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes, citizen petitions, and updates from the CEO and financial reports.
Planning Commission to review six property applications including porch, fence, and sign projects
The Shepherdstown Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting and public hearing on May 18, 2026, to consider six applications: a porch replacement at 314 W. German St., a fence replacement at 105 W. Washington St., a business sign at 113 E. German St., a fence installation in the 200 block of S. Mill St., a home…
Board to decide on tattoo parlor, garage, signs, and generator variances
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hear several variance requests and a conditional use permit application. Decisions include a setback variance for a garage, sign regulation variances for a bank, a setback variance for a backup generator, and a conditional use permit for a tattoo parlor.
Council to vote on FY 2026 budget revisions
The Ranson City Council will consider several resolutions, including FY 2026 General Fund and Capital Fund budget revisions. They will also vote on a resolution opposing federal truck size/weight increases and discuss post-annexation items for Briar Run Estates. Other business includes a licensing request for a nail…
Planning Commission to vote on PUD ordinance revision recommendation
The Shepherdstown Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and regular meeting. The main action is a discussion and potential vote on a recommendation to Town Council regarding revisions to the Planned Unit Development (PUD) ordinance. The commission will also consider an application for a temporary outdoor…
Board to rule on reuse of non-residential property at 700 Chappell Road
The Board of Zoning Appeals will decide on a conditional use permit and variance for adaptive reuse of a non-residential property. The application by Aric Margolis requests relief from front setback spacing and paving requirements.
Historic Landmarks Commission to review three applications: shed at 101 N. Browns Alley, porch railing at 314 W. German Street, and outdoor seating at Blue Moon Cafe.
The Shepherdstown Historic Landmarks Commission will meet to consider three applications: a storage shed at 101 N. Browns Alley, porch railing and stair replacement at 314 W. German Street, and a seasonal outdoor seating area at Blue Moon Cafe (200 E. High Street). The commission will also discuss an update on Mills…
Commission reviews mini split system at 2301 Chapline St.
The Historic Landmarks Commission is meeting to review a Certificate of Appropriateness. The body will consider a request regarding a mini split system at a specific property.
Decision on a certificate of appropriateness to replace roof at 1636 Kanawha Blvd
The Charleston Historic Landmarks Commission will consider two applications for certificates of appropriateness to replace roofs on historic properties. The first application is from Highland Roofing & Construction for the roof at 1636 Kanawha Boulevard, East. The second application is from Elizabeth Jill Wilson for…
Board reviews signage variance for WVU Medicine and permit transfer for Art Bar
The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a variance request for signage standards and a transfer of a Conditional Use Permit. These decisions affect properties on Medical Center Drive and High Street.
Planning Commission reviews sign, fire escape, deck permits
The Shepherdstown Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and regular meeting to consider three permit applications: a sign permit for 106 West German Street, a project permit for a fire escape at 106 East Washington Street, and a project permit for a deck and fence at 84 Sage Place. No continuing or new…
Aric Margolis seeks conditional use permit and setback variance at 700 Chappell Rd
The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider two applications. One is from Aric Margolis for a conditional use permit and a variance of the front setback spacing and paving requirements at 700 Chappell Road. The other is from Hollis Jennings for a variance of side setback requirements to construct a garage at 1524…
Wheeling City Council to consider street reconstruction and demolition projects
City Council will discuss several original propositions including street reconstruction and a school demolition. The body will also review applications for a private club and various equipment replacements for city departments.
Resident requests administrative appeal of a permit decision
The Zoning Appeals Board will conduct its routine business, including roll call, approval of minutes, and public comments. It will then consider an administrative appeal filed by Rudy Rosnick of 141 Lafayette Circle. The appeal challenges a permit that the appellant says does not follow the ordinance and creates…
Two applications: tree well at Town Hall and sign for Eclectic on W. German St.
The Historic Landmarks Commission will consider two applications at this meeting. The first is a tree well replacement and landscaping project at 104 N. King Street adjacent to Town Hall, including a low stone wall. The second is a sign permit for the business Eclectic at 106 W. German Street, the space formerly…
Fairmont council to adopt new $10 business license fee
The Fairmont City Council will consider amending city code to establish a general municipal business license with a $10 fee, replacing the current 90 separate licenses. The body will also discuss the purchase of several city-owned properties and approve the collective bargaining agreement with the USW union.
Council to discuss ordinances on abandoned nonconforming uses and ADUs
The City Council Committee of the Whole will present the FY 26‑27 budget and a Board of Education levy. It will also discuss feedback from housing‑initiative listening sessions and targeted building‑permit processing timelines. Council members will consider two ordinances: one to revive abandoned nonconforming uses by…
City Council discusses ordinances on abandoned nonconforming uses and ADUs
The Committee of the Whole meeting will present the FY 26‑27 city budget and a Board of Education levy proposal. Council members will discuss housing initiatives and targeted building‑permit processing timelines. Two ordinances will be considered: one amending Article 1373 to provide a process for reviving abandoned…
City Council reviews budget, education levy, housing and new zoning ordinances
The Morgantown City Council Committee of the Whole will receive a FY 26-27 budget presentation, a presentation on the Board of Education levy, and a discussion of housing initiatives from recent listening sessions. Council members will also discuss targeted building permit processing timelines. Two draft ordinances…
Ordinance Committee will consider vacant structures, tax, and license matters
The Ordinance Committee will review several unfinished business items. These include Article 1759 concerning vacant structures, Article 745 on the Business and Occupation Tax, the FY 2024 Business License Application Packet, and Article 111 relating to the Council. The committee may discuss revisions or updates to…
Board of Zoning Appeals to review four variance and permit requests
The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider four applications for variances and one conditional use permit. These requests involve setbacks for fences, a porch expansion, and the adaptive reuse of a non-residential property.
Fairmont City Council to vote on USW union contract and business license changes
City Council will consider a five-year collective bargaining agreement with the United Steelworkers and several ordinances to establish a general municipal business license. The body will also discuss updates to the city pay plan and a new contractor fee.
Commission to hold public hearings on three building projects
The Historic Landmarks Commission will hold public hearings for three applications: a building addition at 203 S. Church St., a wall sign at 216 W. Washington St., and a new roof at 114 W. Liberty St. The meeting will also include the election of a chair and co-chair.
Council to authorize acquisition of Adams St parcel for collapsed‑structure abatement
The Fairmont City Council will introduce and set a public hearing for an ordinance that authorizes the city to acquire a parcel on Adams Street (200‑202 Adams St) from Charles E. Anderson to address a collapsed or partially collapsed structure. The meeting also includes first‑reading public hearings for several…
Planning Commission to hear three applications, including two porch projects and a sign permit
The Shepherdstown Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting and public hearing on January 19, 2026. The agenda includes three applications: removing old rails and adding a screened-in porch at 48 Shepherd Village Circle, constructing a screened-in porch on an existing deck at 30 Shepherd Village Circle, and a…
Ordinance Committee to discuss vacant structures and business tax revisions
The Ordinance Committee will convene to review unfinished and new business, including proposed revisions to vacant building regulations and a small business tax code. The meeting agenda lists several items for discussion, such as a business license application packet and the committee's meeting schedule for 2026.