Park View, West Virginia facts for kids
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Park View
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 Park View
Location in West Virginia
Park View
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Taylor |
| Elevation | 1,011 ft (308 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS ID | 1555306 |
Park View is a small place in Taylor County, West Virginia, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes or buildings that isn't officially part of a city or town. Instead, it's governed by the county.
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What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community like Park View is a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government. It doesn't have a mayor or a city council. Instead, the county government takes care of things like roads, police, and fire services.
Life in Park View
People living in unincorporated communities often enjoy a quieter lifestyle. They might be closer to nature. Services like schools and libraries are usually shared with nearby towns or provided by the county.
Where is Park View Located?
Park View is found in Taylor County. This county is in the north-central part of West Virginia. West Virginia is a state known for its beautiful mountains and forests.
Taylor County's Location
Taylor County is part of the Appalachian Mountains region. It has rolling hills and many green spaces. The county seat, or main town, is Grafton. Park View is just one of the many small communities in this area.
