West Virginia § 8-33-1 - Municipal, county and municipal-county building commissions authorized; reference to county courts and county commissions.
Full text of West Virginia West Virginia Code § 8-33-1 — Municipal, county and municipal-county building commissions authorized; reference to county courts and county commissions., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8-33-1. Municipal, county and municipal-county building commissions authorized; reference to county courts and county commissions.
Any municipality or county, or one or more municipalities and any county, or any two or more municipalities within any county or counties, or any combination thereof, may create and establish a municipal building commission, a county building commission, or a municipal-county building commission, as the case may be (hereinafter in this article referred to as commission or commissions). Such commissions shall be formed by an ordinance or order, as appropriate, by each governmental body establishing the same. The governing body of a county is hereinafter in this article referred to either as a county court or county commission.
Source: official West Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About West Virginia § 8-33-1
What does West Virginia Code § 8-33-1 cover?
Section 8-33-1 ("Municipal, county and municipal-county building commissions authorized; reference to county courts and county commissions.") is part of the West Virginia Code, the codified statutory law of West Virginia. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite West Virginia § 8-33-1?
A common citation format is "West Virginia Code § 8-33-1" (West Virginia). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of West Virginia law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the West Virginia official source linked on this page or consult a licensed West Virginia attorney.
How does West Virginia § 8-33-1 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in West Virginia can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in West Virginia.