City of Welch
Public Notices
City Ordinances 2026
Billboard and Sign Regulations Ordinance
The City of Welch reminds residents and businesses that placement of billboards, signs, placards, or notices on city‑owned or city‑maintained property is prohibited for commercial or political purposes. Signs placed in permitted areas may remain for no more than two weeks. Any sign found in violation will be removed and held for five days before disposal.
It is also unlawful to construct or erect billboards within the city limits except as allowed under Division 2 of Article V of the Welch Code. Existing billboards that become unsafe or condemned must be removed within 30 days of notice. Violations are subject to misdemeanor penalties and fines of not less than $50 per day.
For full ordinance details, see Article V — Billboards, Signs and Similar Structures Ordinance.
Storage Building Permit Ordinance & Storage Facility Ordinance
The City of Welch has adopted updates related to storage buildings and storage facilities. The full ordinance and the permit application are available below for public review.
Public Notice:
The City of Welch is posting a state‑mandated notice regarding monitoring and reporting procedures. This notice is informational only and does not relate to water quality concerns. Full notice
McDowell County Flood Mitigation Action Strategy – Community Meetings
The West Virginia Conservation Agency and project partners are developing the McDowell County Flood Mitigation Action Strategy, an effort focused on identifying and scoping projects that reduce future flood risk. Community input is essential to ensure the strategy reflects local experiences and priorities.
Two community meetings will be held to gather input:
• May 5, 2026 – 10:00 a.m. or 5:00 p.m. Welch National Guard Armory, 600 Stewart St., Welch, WV
• May 7, 2026 – 10:00 a.m. or 5:00 p.m. Big Creek Gymnasium, Bus Aly, War, WV 24892
If you cannot attend, you may complete the community survey here: https://forms.office.com/r/Y65vt3FTjH
The flyer with full details is available below.
