Prefab homes in West Virginia
Prefab homes in West Virginia built for mountain resilience—from rural countryside and Appalachian locations to modern builds near Charleston, Morgantown, and Huntington. Delivered as panelized kits with stamped plans.
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How much will it cost to build a prefab in West Virginia?
Many owners budget about $130–$200 per sq ft for prefab construction in West Virginia (home-only), with totals varying by finishes, site work, and location. Rural and mountain areas may require added expenses for septic systems, well drilling, extensive site preparation for sloped terrain, foundation considerations for West Virginia's topography, and utility line extensions to remote properties.
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Zoning & Permits
West Virginia has adopted the 2018 International Residential Code effective August 1, 2022, as part of the statewide building code. The West Virginia State Fire Commission is responsible for adopting and promulgating statewide codes. Local jurisdictions (counties and municipalities) must formally adopt the State Building Code to enforce it locally. Contact your local building department to confirm adoption status and enforcement in your area. Agricultural buildings are exempt from the State Building Code.
Off-Grid & Rural Builds
For rural builds not connected to public sewer, onsite sewage systems are regulated by the West Virginia Office of Environmental Health Services under 64 CSR 47. Permits are required for installation of all individual sewage systems and are administered by local health departments. Systems must be installed by state-certified installers (homeowners may install their own system after passing a homeowner's exam). Permits expire one year after issuance and are non-transferable. Contact your local health department for permitting.
Energy Code & Efficiency
West Virginia has adopted the 2015 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) for residential buildings, effective August 1, 2022. The energy code is part of the statewide building code promulgated by the West Virginia State Fire Commission. The Building Codes Assistance Project provides state code status information. Local jurisdictions that adopt the State Building Code must enforce the energy code provisions along with other code requirements.
Local Zoning Tools
Zoning in West Virginia is administered at the county and municipal level. The State Building Code is optional for local jurisdictions—each county or municipality must formally notify the State Fire Marshal of its adoption. Once adopted, local jurisdictions have interpretation and enforcement authority. The WV LEAP Building Code Resource provides guidance on adoption and enforcement. Contact your local county commission or municipal planning office for zoning requirements and to confirm State Building Code adoption status.
Tip
If you're unsure about your parcel's status—whether it falls under a jurisdiction that has adopted the State Building Code, requires septic system approval through your local health department, or needs specific foundation requirements for mountain terrain—contact your local building department, county commission, or health department directly. In West Virginia, building code enforcement is optional and varies by jurisdiction. The resources above are a great place to start.