Landscaping Rules in West Virginia (2026)
6 rules on the books across West Virginia, 2 cities and counties. Select a rule to read the full details.
Severity: Few Restrictions · Light Restrictions · Some Restrictions · Significant Restrictions · Heavy Restrictions
Tree Trimming
Rules about trimming trees that overhang sidewalks, streets, or neighboring properties, and when you need permission to prune city trees.
Tree Removal & Heritage Trees
Permit requirements for removing trees on private property, protected and significant tree thresholds, replacement planting standards, and the penalties for unpermitted removal.
West Virginia: statewide
StatewideHeavy RestrictionsWest Virginia imposes treble (triple) damages for cutting, damaging, or carrying away trees, timber, or growing plants…
Read full rule →Charleston
Some RestrictionsRemove a public tree in Charleston without a permit exemption and you must replace it at your own cost, meeting the…
Read full rule →Weed Ordinances
Requirements to keep weeds and grass below a set height, the numeric limits (commonly 8 to 12 inches), abatement notices, and the liens cities can place after mowing it themselves.
Charleston
Some RestrictionsCharleston limits grass and weeds to one foot in height on any premises and on the sidewalk strip abutting the…
Read full rule →Kanawha County
Some RestrictionsTwo layers apply in Kanawha County. Charleston and neighboring cities order weeds and overgrowth cut at 10 inches under…
Read full rule →Composting
Rules for backyard composting bins and piles plus curbside organics, bin requirements, allowed materials, setbacks, pest control, and any mandated diversion programs.