Zoning & land use in West Virginia local government
What West Virginia city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about zoning & land use — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
288 West Virginia meetings since 2024 covered zoning & land use. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in West Virginia with the most zoning & land use activity
- Morgantown, WV (77)
- Charleston, WV (44)
- Ranson corporation, WV (35)
- Charles Town, WV (32)
- Moundsville, WV (30)
- Fairmont, WV (22)
- Wheeling, WV (20)
- Ronceverte, WV (12)
- Weirton, WV (10)
- Vienna, WV (3)
- Marion County Schools, WV (2)
- Preston County, WV (1)
Latest matching meetings
Agency considers authorizing City Manager to handle real estate transactions
The Land Reuse and Preservation Agency will consider a resolution to authorize the City Manager and Agency Chairperson to manage property and real estate transactions. The board will also discuss committee appointments and hold an executive session regarding the Lower Greenmont neighborhood.
Board to authorize real estate transactions and discuss property acquisition
The Land Reuse and Preservation Agency Board will consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager and Chairperson to engage in real estate transactions and property management. The agenda also includes a discussion on committee appointments and an executive session regarding property acquisition in the Lower…
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…
Council to vote on eminent‑domain ordinance for Greenmont neighborhood
The Morgantown City Council will consider several approvals, including an ordinance authorizing eminent‑domain proceedings for property acquisition in the Greenmont neighborhood. The agenda also contains budget amendment resolutions for the FY 2026‑2027 Capital Escrow Fund and General Budget, a resolution to execute a…
Council considers eminent domain for Greenmont neighborhood property
The City Council will hold a public hearing and a second reading on an ordinance regarding eminent domain in the Greenmont neighborhood. The body will also consider budget amendments for the General Budget and Capital Escrow Fund, as well as changes to the City Charter election dates.
Council to vote on budget amendment and multiple infrastructure agreements
The Charleston City Council will consider a bill to remove the "through" street designation from Staunton Avenue, S.E. It will also vote on resolutions authorizing an urban renewal plan for the East End Community, an amendment to the FY 2026-2027 General Fund Budget, change orders for the Charleston Fire Department…
Traffic Commission will discuss new no‑parking zones on Warwood Terrace and Woodlawn Ave.
The Wheeling Traffic Commission will consider approval of the May 14, 2026 meeting minutes. It will review a request from the Wheeling Fire Department concerning Valley View Avenue, which has been tabled. The commission will discuss establishing a no‑parking zone on Warwood Terrace and consider a request for a…
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.
Commission discusses deck construction and administrative review policies
The Commission will consider a certificate of appropriateness for a rear deck at 1419 Virginia Street, East. The meeting also includes a report on minor work permits from March through June 2026 and a discussion regarding administrative review policies.
BZA to hear variance requests and recovery housing conditional use
The Board will consider a parking variance for Advantage Health (699 Burroughs St, old business), a sign variance for a residential property at 200 Belmar Ave, and both a parking variance and a conditional use permit for a half-way house at 1493 University Ave by Abundant Life Recovery Housing Network. Minutes from…
Board of Zoning Appeals discusses parking variances and conditional use
The Board will review several variance requests regarding parking requirements and sign conditions. Additionally, the Board will consider a request for conditional use at 1493 University Ave.
Council to vote on land purchases, sewer bonds, and voting district changes
The Fairmont City Council will consider purchasing multiple city-owned parcels, issuing up to $4 million in sewer bonds, and amending voting district boundaries. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a proposed sign ordinance.
Continuation of public hearing on Langlet Farm South Sketch Plan
The Charles Town Planning Commission will continue a public hearing on the Langlet Farm South Sketch Plan (SLD2026-01). The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, approval of minutes, and any new business. No other specific decisions are listed on the agenda.
Vienna Council to consider rezoning WVUP IT Center for housing and retail
The Vienna City Council will hold a public forum, hear reports, and consider four new business items: two ordinances to rezone portions of the WVUP IT Center property, an amendment to the mandatory curbside recycling ordinance, and a resolution to participate in the Parkersburg/Wood County Home Consortium for FY 2026…
Tree Board considers native species lists for planning and zoning ordinances
The Tree Board is discussing updates to the city's tree canopy inventory and the creation of an approved native species list for zoning ordinances. The board is also reviewing grant opportunities and potential partnerships for tree planting and youth engagement.
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.
Board will consider a variance for a front-yard detached garage at 4341 Harmon Creek Rd
The Zoning Appeals Board will review a variance request from Bernard Aria to install a detached garage in the front yard of his residence at 4341 Harmon Creek Road. The request seeks an exception to Article 12.05(B) of the Unified Development Ordinance, which normally permits garages only in side yards aligned with or…
City Council to appoint members to zoning and code appeals boards
The City Council will consider appointments to the Board of Zoning Appeals and the Board of Building Code Appeals. The meeting also includes a discussion on a park planned near Marcus Field and updates on legal matters.
Council will appoint a Mayor Pro Tem and discuss a new park near Marcus Field
The Ranson City Council will consider several appointments, including a Mayor Pro Tem and members for the Building Code Appeals Board and Zoning Appeals Board. Council members will discuss a planned park near Marcus Field. Legal updates related to recent lawsuits may be addressed in an executive session. No votes or…
Council will elect the Mayor and Deputy Mayor for the upcoming year.
The primary purpose of this meeting is to elect a new Mayor and Deputy Mayor. Additionally, council will consider zoning changes, property reclassifications, and an ordinance regarding eminent domain in the Greenmont neighborhood.
Council will consider eminent domain, hostile architecture ban, and zoning changes
The Morgantown City Council holds a regular meeting with nominations for mayor and deputy mayor. Public hearings cover repealing the Housing Advisory Committee and establishing a reasonable accommodations process. Key decisions include rezoning on Elmer Prince Drive, a denied reclassification on Finnell Street…
Council votes on zoning changes, Greenmont eminent domain, and housing committee repeal
The Morgantown City Council will vote on two zoning changes, authorize eminent domain for property in the Greenmont neighborhood, and repeal the Housing Advisory Committee. The council will also approve a Chestnut Street streetscape agreement and hold public hearings on the zoning and housing committee changes.
Public hearing on Norborne‑Glebe Phase 16 preliminary plan
The Charles Town Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two development items and conduct commission reviews of several proposals. The hearings cover the Norborne‑Glebe Phase 16 preliminary plan (SLD2025‑02) and an amendment to the zoning use table for the Old Town Mixed Use Commercial District (TXA2026‑01)…
Board of Zoning Appeals to decide on fence variance and alley fence appeal
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on two new business items: a variance request to install a 5-foot front yard fence at 314 1st Street, exceeding the 4-foot maximum, and an appeal of a staff decision denying a variance for a privacy fence over a public alley at 1116 Fairfax Street. The meeting also…
Planning Commission to review bond extensions and a street waiver request
The Planning Commission will review draft minutes from May and June, consider a bond extension for Huntfield, and hold a public hearing on a waiver request for 231 N Samuel Street.
Council to award $50,000 opioid settlement grant to housing authority
The Fairmont City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on correcting the name of the Fairmont-Marion County Transit Authority. It will also introduce a new sign ordinance, authorize the purchase of 12 delinquent tax parcels, annex land near Carriage Drive, and award a $50,000 opioid settlement grant to the…
Wheeling Board of Zoning Appeals meeting cancelled
The meeting scheduled for June 18, 2026, was cancelled due to a lack of business.
Board decides on 6 variance requests, including hotel parking lot
The Morgantown Board of Zoning Appeals will hear a variance request from Advantage Health to exempt a gravel parking lot from landscaping and island requirements at 699 Burroughs St, linked to a hotel development. Other requests involve lighting, fence height, accessory structures, and setbacks at various residential…
Board of Zoning Appeals to review seven variance and accommodation requests
The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider several requests for relief from the city's planning and zoning code. Decisions will be made regarding parking, lighting, fence height, and setback requirements for various residential and business properties.
Board to decide on 6 variance requests and transfer of 'The Bank'
The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider several variance requests for parking, lighting, fence height, accessory structures, and setbacks at various properties. They will also discuss a proposed ownership transfer for 'The Bank' at 344 High St. into 'Yellow Banana'. Approval of prior meeting minutes is also on the…
Planning Commission to review subdivision of 800 Country Club Rd
The commission will hold a public hearing regarding a petition by Twin Creek Builders, Inc. to divide a residential parcel into three lots for single-family homes. The body will also discuss updates to the Comprehensive Plan and zoning code amendments.
Charles Town Board of Zoning Appeals meeting canceled
The meeting scheduled for June 16, 2026, was canceled. The original agenda included variance requests for properties on Wall Street and Federal Way.
Council to consider rezoning 7.4 acres on Jefferson Terrace Rd to Highway Commercial
The Ranson City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 2026-03 to rezone two parcels (08000800290000 and 08000800280000) totaling 7.434 acres off Jefferson Terrace Rd from Urban Commercial (Retired) to Highway Commercial, followed by a vote on the ordinance. The council will also receive the FY2025 City of…
Morgantown Planning Commission to review multiple rezoning and subdivision requests
The Planning Commission will evaluate several requests for minor subdivisions and zoning map amendments. These proposals include changing land use designations for commercial and residential properties across various city wards.
Planning Commission to decide on rezoning at 990 Elmer Prince Drive
The Morgantown Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on two zoning map amendments and five minor subdivision requests. Key decisions include rezoning 990 Elmer Prince Drive from Office/Institutional to Service Business District and rezoning 100 Finnell Street from Single-Family to Single and…
Planning Commission to review multiple rezoning and subdivision requests
The Planning Commission will consider several requests for minor subdivisions and zoning map amendments. These include proposals to change land use designations for business and residential properties across various city wards.
City Council considers replacing all sign regulations
The Fairmont City Council is holding a work session to consider a text amendment that would repeal and replace Article 5.3 of the zoning code, which regulates signs and similar structures. The proposed changes aim to simplify and reorganize sign rules, improve clarity for businesses and enforcement, and address safety…
Rezoning request to change 10-W30A-335 from R2 to R4 residential district
The Wheeling Planning Commission will consider approval of the May 11, 2026 meeting minutes. It will hear a zone change request for parcel 10-W30A-335 to rezone from R2 Residential District to R4 Residential District. The commission will also consider a resolution concerning the WVU Cancer Institute at 2100 Chapline…
Tree Board considers native plant ordinances and urban forester hire
The Charles Town Tree Board is discussing updates to the city's tree inventory and the creation of an approved list of native species for zoning ordinances. The board is also reviewing potential grants and the possibility of hiring an urban forester.
Zoning Board to consider variance for accessory structure at 180 Kanawha Drive
The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to review a request from Rod Rosnick to install a detached accessory structure in a side yard. This request seeks a variance from the Unified Development Ordinance, which requires such structures to be located behind the rear wall of the principal building.