To create the West Virginia Rural Property Safety and Clean Land Act.

HB 5165 creates the West Virginia Rural Property Safety and Clean Land Act, establishing clear standards for waste accumulation on rural private properties in unincorporated areas. It defines "excessive accumulation" as specific thresholds (e.g., 200+ square feet of waste, 5+ cubic yards of debris, or more than three visible junk vehicles) and prohibits these conditions after written notice and a 30-90 day cure period. Property owners face civil fines up to $5,000 annually per property for noncompliance, while willful violations posing immediate health risks may result in misdemeanor charges. The law explicitly exempts agricultural operations, farm equipment, and permitted industrial activities, and prohibits enforcement based on aesthetics or neighborhood complaints.