Charleston Climate Zone & Energy Code

Climate Zone: IECC Climate Zone 4A (mixed-humid). Charleston WV's Kanawha Valley location produces hot, humid summers (91°F/74°F cooling design) and genuine Appalachian winters (11°F heating design).

Energy Code & Manual J Requirement: West Virginia Residential Building Code (IECC 2015). ACCA Manual J required for all Kanawha County HVAC permit applications.

Local Electric Utility: Appalachian Power (AEP)

Building Department: City of Charleston Building Permits & Inspections

Local Trade Association: PHCC West Virginia / ASHRAE West Virginia Chapter