# W. Va. Code § 21-11A-7: Prerequisites to commencing an action

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C21_A11A_S7

## Section

- **Citation:** W. Va. Code § 21-11A-7
- **Heading:** Prerequisites to commencing an action
- **Jurisdiction:** West Virginia
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** WV Code / Chapter 21 / Article 11A / Section 7

## Text

(a) The procedures contained in this article are exclusive and required prerequisites to commencing a civil action under the West Virginia rules of civil procedure.

(b) If a claimant files a civil action alleging a construction defect without first complying with the provisions of this article, then on application by a party to the action, the court shall dismiss the action, without prejudice, and the action may not be refiled until the claimant has complied with the requirements of this article.

## Nearby sections

- [W. Va. Code § 21-11A-1 §21-11A-1. Purpose.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C21_A11A_S1.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 21-11A-2 §21-11A-2. Applicability of article.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C21_A11A_S2.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 21-11A-3 §21-11A-3. Suit by contractor; perfecting mechanic's lien.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C21_A11A_S3.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 21-11A-4 §21-11A-4. Applicability of definitions; definitions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C21_A11A_S4.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 21-11A-5 §21-11A-5. Contract for residential improvements; notice.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C21_A11A_S5.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 21-11A-6 §21-11A-6. Contractor notification requirements for a new residential dwelling constructed for sale.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C21_A11A_S6.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 21-11A-7 §21-11A-7. Prerequisites to commencing an action.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C21_A11A_S7.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 21-11A-8 §21-11A-8. Notice of claim of construction defect.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C21_A11A_S8.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 21-11A-9 §21-11A-9. Service on additional parties.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C21_A11A_S9.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 21-11A-10 §21-11A-10. Request for voluntary disclosure of additional information.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C21_A11A_S10.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 21-11A-11 §21-11A-11. Duty to negotiate.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C21_A11A_S11.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 21-11A-12 §21-11A-12. Timetable.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C21_A11A_S12.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 21-11A-13 §21-11A-13. Conduct of negotiation.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C21_A11A_S13.md)
- [W. Va. Code § 21-11A-14 §21-11A-14. Settlement agreement.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WV_C21_A11A_S14.md)

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