WV HB5572

Vape and smoke shops must be located at least 5,280 feet (one mile) from schools, daycares, colleges, parks, libraries, churches, government buildings, residences, bars, and other vape/smoke shops

Signs advertising vape/smoke shops are limited to 30 square feet maximum, must be flat-mounted to the building wall, and cannot display merchandise images or marijuana-related depictions visible from public areas

County health departments are responsible for issuing permits, conducting inspections, and enforcing compliance, with applications processed within 10 working days

Violations carry fines of $100 to $500 per day, and enforcement actions can include ordering discontinuance of business operations or removal of illegal structures

Appeals of county health department decisions must be filed within 30 calendar days, with public hearings required and further appeals available through circuit court