West Virginia Code of State Rules Agency 28 - Contractor Licensing Board
West Virginia Code of State Rules (CSR) – Agency 28: Contractor Licensing Board
Overview:
Agency 28 of the West Virginia Code of State Rules (CSR) governs the rules and regulations issued by the Contractor Licensing Board under the authority of West Virginia Code §21-11, which regulates the licensure, classification, and oversight of contractors operating within the state.
These administrative rules are intended to enforce and clarify the statutory framework, ensuring that only qualified and properly licensed contractors are permitted to perform work in West Virginia.
Key Rules and Chapters (Typical Sections under Agency 28):
⚠ The specific rule numbers may vary slightly over time. Here's a general guide to what is typically included under Agency 28:
🔹 28 CSR 1 – Rules of Procedure for Contractor Licensing
Defines application and licensing procedures
Outlines exam requirements and waiver provisions
Clarifies license classification and specialty areas
Sets rules for reciprocity agreements
Explains renewal, expiration, and reinstatement of licenses
🔹 28 CSR 3 – Disciplinary and Enforcement Actions
Grounds for suspending, revoking, or denying licenses
Procedures for investigations and hearings
Standards for administrative penalties, fines, and appeals
🔹 28 CSR 4 – Continuing Education Requirements
Mandates continuing education for licensed contractors
Specifies approved courses, providers, and credit hours
Enforcement for noncompliance (e.g., non-renewal)
🔹 28 CSR 5 – Wage Bonding Requirements (if applicable)
Addresses financial assurances required from certain contractors (particularly those with histories of wage/payment violations)
Contractor Classifications:
Contractors may be licensed under different classifications, such as:
General Building
Residential
HVAC
Electrical
Plumbing
Excavation
Roofing, etc.
Each classification has its own eligibility criteria and sometimes unique exam requirements.
Authority and Administration:
The West Virginia Contractor Licensing Board enforces these rules.
Operates under the West Virginia Division of Labor.
Has the authority to audit compliance, investigate complaints, and conduct disciplinary hearings.
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