2026 Regular Session
HB 4495
To allow municipalities to regulate sober living housing in the cities
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill gives West Virginia cities the power to regulate sober living homes located within their boundaries. Cities must receive an application and approval from the municipality before a sober living facility can open. The bill also allows cities to choose whether to require facilities to be certified under existing state regulations and to conduct regular inspections of these residences.
Key provisions
- Municipalities can regulate sober living housing.
- Facilities must apply for and receive city approval before operating.
- Cities can waive or require voluntary certification.
- Cities can require renewals and inspections of sober living facilities.
Who is affected
- Municipalities in West Virginia
- Sober living facilities
- Residents of sober living facilities
- Recovery residence operators
Notable changes
- Grants municipalities authority over sober living facilities.
- Requires city approval before operation.
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