Code Enforcement

City Municipal Complex, 800 Bee Street Princeton, WV 24740

Overview
Special Details
Important Dates
Ty Smith, Code Enforcement Director

Ty Smith

Code Enforcement Director, Building Inspector, Zoning Official
304-487-5024
Email

Info & Hours

304-487-5020

City Municipal Complex, 800 Bee Street Princeton, WV 24740

8:00 AM to 4:30 PM—Monday through Friday

Melissa Meachum

Rental Compliance/Property Maintenance
304-487-5095
Email

Alex Ellison

Animal Control Officer & Property Maintenance
304-887-7894
Email

Mission Statement

To promote building safety, protect property values, and promote the public welfare through code enforcement, animal control, and flood plain management.

Purpose & Function

The City of Princeton Code Enforcement Department enforces all city codes covering everything from A to Z, Animal Control to Zoning and everything in between. Code Enforcement is the main way the City conserves the natural habitat of the region. Through a combination of zoning enforcement, animal control, and floodplain management, these actions minimize residential impact on wildlife while simultaneously protecting the quality of life of those who live within Princeton’s jurisdiction.

Department Services

The Code Enforcement Department receives requests from any community member to respond to code enforcement-related matters within Princeton city limits. Use the Princeton Citizen Portal to submit requests to the Code Enforcement Department and view existing requests.

The Code Enforcement Department demolishes buildings that are a threat to the public. Contact us for more information about building demolition.

Learn more about maps and zoning in the City of Princeton.

Reports & Documents

Any reports or documents applicable to this department will appear here. This section may not contain information.

In order to remain transparent with our constituents and citizens, we are including information about fee schedules, fines, reports, and any other documents, if applicable to this department.

01
May
2024
} Wednesday, 06:00 pm to 07:00 pm

Special Zoning Meeting

 800 Bee Street, Princeton, West Virginia, United States

The Board of Zoning Appeals for the City of Princeton, WV, will meet for a Special Session on Wednesday, May 1st, 2024, at 6:00 PM at City Hall Council Chambers, 800 Bee Street.

9
08
June
2024
} Saturday, 10:00 am to 05:00 pm

Celebrate Princeton 2024

 Mercer Street, Princeton, West Virginia, United States

Celebrate Princeton Street Fair is back! Enjoy music, dance, and circus performances, tons of vendors, a Ferris wheel and waterslides, creative experiences, and fun for the family! Let’s celebrate our wonderful community together! Stay tuned for details and some special surprises! VENDORS, sign up now at celebrateprinceton.com/vendors!

9
03
May
2024
} Friday, 10:00 am to 10:00 am

All Together Arts Week

 869 Mercer Street, Princeton, West Virginia, United States

All Together Arts Week is a celebration of the vibrant arts scene in Mercer County, WV. The goal of the event is to highlight and showcase the array of venues, events, and activities that happen regularly in the area and encourage people to discover and take part. Over the years, the week has included many variations […]

9
30
April
2024
} Tuesday, 06:30 pm to 07:30 pm

CANCELED: Planning Commission

 800 Bee Street, Princeton, West Virginia, United States

MEETING UPDATE 4/24/24: The Planning Commission Meeting scheduled for April 30th has been canceled. Monday, April 30th, 2024, 6:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building

9
18
April
2024
} Thursday, 06:00 pm to 07:00 pm

Board of Zoning Appeals

 800 Bee Street, Princeton, West Virginia, United States

Thursday, April 18th, 2024 at 6:00 PM in the council chambers of the Municipal Building.

9
15
April
2024
} Monday, 06:30 pm to 08:30 pm

City Council Meeting

 800 Bee Street, Princeton, West Virginia, United States

Monday, April 15th, 2024, at 6:30 PM, in the council chambers of the Municipal Building, with an Agenda Review/Work Session in the Board Room at 6:15 PM. Lay the Levy meeting following the next day.

9
10
April
2024
} Wednesday, 05:30 pm to 06:30 pm

Princeton Economic Development Authority Meeting

 800 Bee Street, Princeton, West Virginia, United States

Wednesday, April 10th, 2024, at 5:30 PM in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building.

9
10
April
2024
} Wednesday, 03:00 pm to 04:00 pm

Finance and Administration Committee

 800 Bee Street, Princeton, West Virginia, United States

Wednesday, April 10th, immediately following the Public Safety Committee, in the board room of the Municipal Building.

9
10
April
2024
} Wednesday, 02:00 pm to 03:00 pm

Public Safety Committee Meeting

 800 Bee Street, Princeton, West Virginia, United States

Wednesday, April 10th, 2024, immediately following the Public Works and Recreation Committee, in the Board Room of the Municipal Building.

9
10
April
2024
} Wednesday, 01:00 pm to 03:00 pm

Public Works and Recreation Committee

 800 Bee Street, Princeton, West Virginia, United States

Wednesday, April 10th 2024 at 1:00 PM, in the Board Room of the Municipal Building, 800 Bee Street, Princeton, WV.

9
16
April
2024
} Tuesday, 12:00 pm to 02:00 pm

City Council Lay The Levy 2025 Meeting

 800 Bee Street, Princeton, West Virginia, United States

On Tuesday, the 16th day of April, 2024, at 12:00 p.m., the Common Council of the City of Princeton will meet in a Special Meeting to Lay the Levy for the FY2025 General Fund  Budget. Prior to taking action, City Council will conduct a public hearing on the aforesaid levy rates. At said hearing any […]

9
01
April
2024
} Monday, 10:00 am to 11:00 am

Community Improvement Commission Meeting

 800 Bee Street, Princeton, West Virginia, United States

On Monday, the 1st day of April, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., the Community Improvement  Commission for the City of Princeton, WV, will meet at Municipal Complex, 800 Bee Street,  Princeton, WV.  Dated this the 26th day of March, 2024  Kaitlyn Smith, City Clerk

9
22
March
2024
} Friday, 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm

Building Commission Meeting

 800 Bee Street, Princeton, West Virginia, United States

 On Friday, March 22nd 2024, at 6:00 p.m., the Building Commission for the City of  Princeton, WV will meet in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building, 800 Bee Street,  Princeton, WV. 

9
16
March
2024
} Saturday, 08:00 am to 04:00 pm

March Madness at City Park 3

 205 Emory Ave, Princeton, West Virginia, United States

The City of Princeton is excited to announce that the PDGA-Sanctioned Disc Golf Tournament is returning to Princeton City Park on Saturday, March 16, 2024. “March Madness at City Park 3” is a two-round, singles, C-tier tournament hosted by Southern WV Disc Golf Club. “I am honored to hold this tournament once again in the […]

9
13
March
2024
} Wednesday, 01:00 pm to 02:30 pm

City Council Meeting

On Tuesday, the 13th day of March 2024, at 1:00 p.m., the Princeton City Council will meet in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building, 800 Bee Street, Princeton, WV

9
21
March
2024
} Thursday, 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm

(CANCELED) Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting

 800 Bee Street, Princeton, WV, United States

UPDATE 3-19-2024: This meeting has been canceled. Please contact the Municipal Building if you have any questions. Thursday, March 21st , 2024 at 6:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building, 800 Bee Street, Princeton, WV, (dependent upon filed cases).

9
18
March
2024
} Monday, 06:30 pm to 07:30 pm

City Council Meeting

 800 Bee Street, Princeton, WV, United States

Monday, March 18 th , 2024, 6:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building, 800 Bee Street, Princeton, WV; with an Agenda Review/Work Session in the Board Room at 6:15 p.m

9
13
March
2024
} Wednesday, 04:30 pm to 05:30 pm

Princeton Economic Development Authority Meeting

 800 Bee Street, Princeton, WV, United States

Wednesday, March 13 th , 2024, 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building, 800 Bee Street, Princeton, WV

9
13
March
2024
} Wednesday, 03:00 pm to 04:00 pm

Finance and Administration Committee

 800 Bee Street, Princeton, WV, United States

Wednesday, March 13 th , 2024, immediately following the Public Safety Committee, in the Board Room of the Municipal Building, 800 Bee Street

9
13
March
2024
} Wednesday, 02:00 pm to 04:00 pm

Public Safety Committee

 800 Bee Street, Princeton, WV, United States

Wednesday, March 13 th , 2024, immediately following the Public Works and Recreation Committee, in the Board Room of the Municipal Building, 800 Bee Street

9
13
March
2024
} Wednesday, 01:00 pm to 03:00 pm

Public Works and Recreation Committee

 800 Bee Street, Princeton, WV, United States

Wednesday, March 13 th ,2024, 1:00 p.m., in the Board Room of the Municipal Building, 800 Bee Street, Princeton, WV;

9
13
March
2024
} Wednesday, 09:00 am to 11:00 am

City Council Budget Meeting

 800 Bee Street, Princeton, WV, United States

Wednesday, March 13th , 2024, 9:00 a.m., in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building, 800 Bee Street, Princeton, WV.

9
04
March
2024
} Monday, 06:30 pm to 08:30 pm

Planning Commission

 800 Bee Street, Princeton, West Virginia, United States

On Monday, March 4th, 2024, at 6:30 p.m., the Planning Commission for the City of Princeton, WV will meet in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building, 800 Bee Street, Princeton, WV.

9
04
March
2024
} Monday, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Community Improvement Commission Meeting

 800 Bee Street, Princeton, West Virginia, United States

On Monday, the 4th day of March, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., the Community Improvement Commission for the City of Princeton, WV, will meet at Municipal Complex, 800 Bee Street, Princeton, WV.

9
28
February
2024
} Wednesday, 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm

Board of Zoning Appeals—02/28/2024

 800 Bee Street, Princeton, West Virginia, United States

ATTENTION PRINCETON RESIDENTS The Board of Zoning Appeals for the City of Princeton, WV, will meet for a Special Session on Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at 6:00 PM at 800 Bee Street. For the purpose of APPROVAL OF A WRITTEN ORDER FOR FINDING OF FACTS for the January 18, 2024, Regular Session Meeting for a […]

9
26
February
2024
} Monday, 06:30 pm to 08:30 pm

Planning Commission

 800 Bee Street, Princeton, West Virginia, United States

In the Council Chambers of the Municipal Complex

9
22
February
2024
} Thursday, 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm

Board of Zoning Appeals

 800 Bee Street, Princeton, West Virginia, United States

In the Council Chambers of the Municipal Complex, dependent upon cases filed.

9
20
February
2024
} Tuesday, 06:30 pm to 08:30 pm

City Council Meeting

 800 Bee Street, Princeton, West Virginia, United States

In the Council Chambers of the Municipal Complex, with an Agenda Review/Work Session in the Board Room at 6:15 PM.

9
14
February
2024
} Wednesday, 03:30 pm to 06:30 pm

Finance and Administration Committee

 800 Bee Street, Princeton, West Virginia, United States

Immediately following the Public Safety Committee, in the Board Room of the Municipal Complex

9
14
February
2024
} Wednesday, 02:30 pm to 04:30 pm

Public Safety Committee

 800 Bee Street, Princeton, West Virginia, United States

Immediately following the Public Works and Recreation Committee, in the Board Room of the Municipal Complex

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