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Applying for a Physical Address

To apply for a physical address in Tucker County, please fill out the Tucker County Physical Address Form. This form requires details about your property location, including route numbers, road names, and the closest intersection.
If possible, you will also need to provide latitude and longitude coordinates for the structure - OR mark your structure with stakes so we can gather that information for you - and specify the number of addressable sites located in the structure.
The physical form must be returned to the Tucker County 911 Center at 9060 Seneca Trail, Parsons WV 26287, or faxed to 304-478-2085.
You may also fill out the online form below and submit it to our website.

Addressing Form

Name

First Name

Last Name

Phone

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Community Name:

Route numbers and road name the proposed structure will be located on:

Route numbers and road names of the closest intersection and distance from that intersection to the proposed structure:

Latitude and Longitude of Proposed Structure

Latitude:

Longitude:

Number of addressable sites to be located in the proposed structure (apts, units):

Date of Proposed Construction:

YYYY

E-Signature of Applicant

Please type your full legal name below. This is considered an e-signature.

Excerpt from the Tucker County Addressing Ordinance:

Section 5.1: Whenever any house, building, or structure is erected or located after the initial establishment of the uniform numbering system as provided herein, it shall be the duty of the property owners to procure the correct number or numbers for the property and to affix these numbers to the building in accordance to this Ordinance. The owner shall place or cause to be placed upon each house or building controlled by him the number or numbers assigned under the uniform number system within thirty (30) days of notification of the assigned address. The cost of posting the address shall be the responsibility of the property owner. Section 5.2: The owner shall file an application for an address assignment with the Tucker County Addressing Coordinator or such other duly authorized agent of the Tucker County Commission. No address may be assigned until the footer is in place and properly inspected. The address must be issued not later than sixty (60) days following identification of address and installed on the structure prior to final inspection. Section 5.3: Display of Number – Residential Structure – Each primary structure must display the number of the address assigned to that address. The street number for residences shall be in accordance with The BOCA National Property Maintenance Code, Section PM-303.3, Exterior Structure, Premises Identification. The numbers shall be in Arabic numerals at least four (4) inches in height, and of a durable and clearly visible material. The numbers shall be placed on, above, or at the side of the main entrance so the number is clearly visible from the public right-of-way. Whenever a residence entrance is greater than fifty (50) feet from a public right of way, or not clearly visible from the public right-of-way, a number shall also be placed at the end of a driveway, or property entrance. Address numbers are to be a contrasting color to the background on which they are mounted. Section 5.5: The owner or person in charge of any house, building, mobile home, or other structure to which a number has been assigned shall affix the number as outlined in this Ordinance within thirty (30) days after the receipt or notification of such number. Section 5.6: Display of Number – Commercial and Industrial Structure – Address numbers for commercial and industrial structures must follow BOCA PM 303.3 code regulations of at least six (6) inches in height. The number must be placed above or on the main entrance to the structure when possible. If such number is not clearly visible from the public right-of-way, the number must be placed along a driveway or on a sign visible from the same. Address numbers are to be a contrasting color to the background on which they are mounted. Section 5.7: Display of Number – Apartments and Similar – The address number assigned to a single building number shall be displayed on each assigned structure following the BOCA PM 303.3 code. Numbers and/or letters for individual apartments or units within these complexes must be displayed on, above, or to the side of the main doorway of each apartment or unit. It shall be the responsibility of the property owner to affix apartment or unit numbers. Section 5.7.1: Display of Number – Trailer Park and Similar – The address number assigned to a trailer within an organized trailer park must be one address number for the trailer park with each trailer assigned a lot or space number. The lot or space number must be posted and permanently affixed to the lot identifying the lot or space number. The main address to the trailer park must be posted at the entrance of the park. Address numbers are to be a contrasting color to the background on which they are mounted. Section 5.8: The combination of such an address number and the road or street name must be the official address of such primary structure. Section 5.9: All costs to individuals or households in complying with this section of the Ordinance must be borne by that individual or household.

I have read and acknowledged the excerpts from the Tucker County Addressing Ordinance.

Yes

Road Name Requests

If you're looking to name a new road in Tucker County, please complete the Tucker County Road Name Request Form. This process is crucial for emergency services and the postal system to effectively navigate and recognize new roads.
You may submit this form in person at 9060 Seneca Trail, Parsons WV 26287 or fax to 304-478-2085.

- To request a road name, complete and submit the Tucker County Request for Road Name application to the Tucker County Mapping and Addressing Office.
- For requests using a family or individual’s name, a petition signed by 100% of parcel owners on the affected road is required. Accompanying documentation (e.g., tax bill or deed) showing ownership must be included.
1. Uniformity: Each road should have one correct name for emergency services and postal delivery.
2. Necessity: Roads with two or more residences or those needing emergency access should be named.
3. Uniqueness: Avoid duplicate names within the same ZIP code or emergency service zone, ideally throughout the county.
4. Distinctiveness: Prevent using duplicate names with different suffixes (e.g., PINE RD and PINE LN).
5. Clarity: Avoid sound-alike names (e.g., BEECH and BEACH).
6. Restrictions on Names: Avoid family or individual names, especially living persons or politicians. Family names require unanimous consent from affected parcel owners.
7. Length Limit: Road names should not exceed 22 characters, excluding directional and suffix elements.
8. Character Use: Avoid special characters in street names.
9. Avoid Common Terms: Do not use primary street names that are also standard suffixes or directionals.
10. Number Avoidance: Refrain from using numbers or numbered streets.
11. Suffix Requirement: All road names should include a suffix.
- Avenue: North-south thoroughfare (or east-west, depending on “street” definition).
- Circle: Short road returning to itself.
- Lane: Fire road or private road.
- Loop: Short drive beginning and ending on the same road.
- Road: Secondary thoroughfare, heavily traveled.
- Street: East-west direction in congested areas (or north-south, depending on “avenue” definition).
List of Approved Suffixes:
- ALLEY, AVENUE, BOULEVARD, CIRCLE, DRIVE, HIGHWAY, LANE, LOOP, PARKWAY, ROAD, SPUR, STREET, WAY
- Section 6.2: Street names must be registered and approved by the Tucker County Commission before being assigned.
- Section 6.3: Implementation of street names requires registration, approval, and addition to the Road Name Index.
- Section 6.4: Road names must not duplicate existing names, irrespective of prefixes or suffixes.
- Section 6.5: Differentiation of street names using the same name but different suffixes is not permitted.
- Section 6.6: A street should maintain a single name throughout its length, unless an exception is approved.
- Section 6.7: Post-address conversion, a two-year moratorium on name changes is imposed in unincorporated areas.

Addressing Ordinance Compliance

Under the Tucker County Addressing Ordinance, it is mandatory for property owners to procure and display the correct number for their property. Numbers must be affixed to each house or building within thirty (30) days of notification of the assigned address.

Residential, commercial, industrial, and other structures have specific guidelines for displaying address numbers. These guidelines include the size, visibility, and placement of numbers to ensure they are clearly visible from the public right-of-way.

Responsibility of Property Owners

The responsibility of posting the address and complying with the ordinance lies with the property owner. This includes affixing the number in the specified manner and bearing any costs associated with compliance.

For more information or assistance, please contact the Tucker County Addressing Coordinator at the Tucker County 911 Center. We are here to help ensure that every location in Tucker County is easily accessible and identifiable.

ADDRESSING

Addressing Services at Tucker County 911 Communications Center

Tucker County Addressing Services

Applying for a Physical Address

Road Name Requests

Application Process

Road Naming Standards

Suffix Suggestions

Tucker County Addressing Ordinance Excerpts

Addressing Ordinance Compliance

Responsibility of Property Owners

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