W. Va. C.S.R. § 87-4-1 et seq. § §87-4-2
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§87-4-2. Definitions. 2.1. “ANSI” means American National Standards Institute, 25 West 43rd St., Fourth Floor, New York, NY 10036. 2.2. “ASTM” means American Society of Testing and Materials. 2.3. “Fire Commission” means the thirteen (13) appointed members of the West Virginia State Fire Commission. 2.4. “Fire Marshal” means the West Virginia State Fire Marshal and/or his or her designated representatives. 2.5. “ICC” or “International” means International Code Council. 2.6. “Local jurisdiction” means municipal, county, or other local government. 2.7. “NFPA” means National Fire Protection Association. 2.8. “State Building Code” means the entire contents of this rule and the referenced national standards and codes. 2.9. “State Fire Code” means the entire contents of the State Fire Code, 87CSR1, and the referenced standards and codes.
Section 87-4-2 of the West Virginia Code of State Rules establishes the official definitions used throughout the State Building Code regulatory framework. Terms such as 'Fire Marshal,' 'Fire Commission,' 'State Building Code,' and 'State Fire Code' are given precise meanings here so that the same language carries a consistent interpretation across all related provisions. Standard-setting bodies like ANSI, ASTM, ICC, and NFPA are also identified by their full names, anchoring references to their codes and standards throughout the rules.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under West Virginia's building and fire safety regulations should be aware that the terminology used in W. Va. C.S.R. § 87-4-2 forms the interpretive foundation for the entire State Building Code. When reviewing compliance requirements, the definitions in this section clarify which bodies—such as the West Virginia State Fire Marshal and local jurisdictions—have authority over inspections and enforcement. Operators who understand these defined terms are better positioned to correctly interpret obligations found elsewhere in the code.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
W. Va. C.S.R. § 87-4-2 provides the definitional groundwork that shapes how housing and building safety rules are applied in West Virginia. Knowing that the 'Fire Marshal' includes designated representatives, and that the 'State Building Code' encompasses referenced national standards, can help tenants understand who oversees building safety in their community. Tenants who believe safety standards are not being met may find it useful to contact the West Virginia State Fire Marshal's office or a local tenant-rights organization to learn more about applicable protections.
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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