West Virginia Code of State Rules Agency 183 - Structural Barriers Compliance Board
Here’s a structured look at Agency 183 – Structural Barriers Compliance Board under the West Virginia Code of State Rules (CSR):
📘 Agency 183 – Structural Barriers Compliance Board
🔹 Series 183‑01: Elimination of Structural Barriers in Public Use Buildings and Facilities
Purpose: Establishes design, construction, and accessibility requirements to remove structural barriers in state and public buildings.
Universal Citation: 183 WV CSR 183‑01 (regulations.justia.com)
First Public Hearing: April 20, 1988 (regulations.justia.com)
Effective Date: June 1, 1989
Current through: March 21, 2025 (Register Vol. XLII, No. 12) (regulations.justia.com)
🔹 Series 183‑02: Appeal Procedures
Scope: Defines the process for appealing decisions (e.g., those by the State Fire Marshal) related to the enforcement of Series 183‑01.
General Rule (§ 183‑2‑1):
Scope & Policy: Provides a formal appeal pathway for decisions taken under Series 183‑01 by the Fire Marshal (law.cornell.edu).
Authority: Issued under West Virginia Code Chapter 18, Article 10F (law.cornell.edu).
Certification: Rules are certified by the State Structural Barriers Compliance Board (law.cornell.edu).
(Note: Other specific procedural subsections—like filing, hearing schedules, timelines, required documentation—are detailed within the full Series 183‑02 text.)
🛠️ Summary of Key Elements
| Aspect | Series 183‑01 | Series 183‑02 |
|---|---|---|
| Objective | Remove physical/access barriers in public buildings | Provide appeal mechanism for enforcement decisions |
| Effective Date | June 1, 1989 | Varies by rule (e.g., §183‑2‑1 has no date listed) |
| Legal Authority | — | WV Code Ch. 18, Art. 10F |
| Who oversees | Structural Barriers Compliance Board | Structural Barriers Compliance Board |
🔍 Where to Find the Full Text
Justia provides both Series 183‑01 and 183‑02, editable and current through March 21, 2025 (regulations.justia.com, wvlegislature.gov, law.cornell.edu).
Cornell Law’s LII has the full regulatory text of Series 183‑01 with effective start date .
For Series 183‑02, citations like §183‑2‑1 (covering scope, authority, appeal policy) are available via Cornell .
✅ Tips for Compliance
When building or renovating public structures, ensure adherence to 183‑01 standards for accessibility.
If you disagree with an enforcement decision, consult Series 183‑02 for appeal deadlines and procedures.
For the official and most current regulatory version, always refer to the State Register or WV Secretary of State’s Administrative Law site.
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