W. Va. Code §§ 24D-2-1 to 24D-2-10 § 24D-2-4
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Except as provided in this article, no landlord may demand or accept any payment from any cable operator in exchange for permitting cable television service or facilities on or within the landlord's property or multiple dwelling premises.
West Virginia Code § 24D-2-4 prohibits landlords from receiving money or other payment from cable operators as a condition of allowing cable television service or infrastructure onto their rental property or multi-unit building, subject to any exceptions set out elsewhere in the article. The rule is designed to prevent landlords from monetizing tenants' access to cable service. It applies to both individual properties and multiple-dwelling premises.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 24D-2-4, compliant property owners and managers refrain from negotiating or accepting fees, commissions, or other compensation from cable operators in exchange for granting access to the property for cable television service or equipment. Operators generally review any existing or proposed agreements with cable providers to ensure no such payments are being demanded or received outside of article-permitted exceptions. Maintaining clear records of any cable-related arrangements can help demonstrate adherence to this prohibition.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section § 24D-2-4 of the West Virginia Code gives tenants a legal backdrop ensuring that a landlord's financial relationship with a cable operator cannot be used as a barrier to cable access on the property. If a tenant believes a landlord is improperly profiting from cable access arrangements in violation of this provision, general enforcement paths may include filing a complaint with the relevant state regulatory body or raising the violation through appropriate legal channels. Tenant-rights organizations in West Virginia can help residents understand what options may be available under this article.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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