West Virginia Code
Article 26A. Municipal and County Historic Landmarks Commissions
§8-26A-3. Legislative Intent; Conflict Between Regulations of Zoning District and Historic District and Properties

The historic district and property regulation provided in this article is intended to identify, study, preserve and protect historic buildings and structures, sites and districts, some of which are located in zoning districts. Historic properties and districts lying within the boundaries of a zoning district are subject to the regulations for both the zoning district and historic district and properties. If there is a conflict between the requirements of the zoning district and the requirements of the historic district or property, the zoning district requirements apply.