SB659

Prohibiting certain restrictions on regulation of accessory dwelling units

Complete·3/14/26

West Virginia SB659 prohibits municipalities from imposing certain restrictions on accessory dwelling units.

West Virginia SB659 prohibits municipalities from imposing certain restrictions on accessory dwelling units. The bill specifies that municipalities cannot require additional parking, matching exterior design, or occupancy by the owner. It also limits the fees municipalities can charge for reviewing applications to $250. Municipalities are allowed to require a will-serve letter from municipal water and sewer systems or approval from the Department of Health if municipal services are unavailable.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

34 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Feb 24

1:00 PM

Standing Committee on Government Organization Meeting

Feb 17

9:30 AM

Senate Government Organization Committee Meeting

History

Mar 14

Senate

Approved by Governor 3/14/2026

Mar 9

House

House received Senate message

Mar 9

Senate

To Governor 3/9/2026