Code Violation Reporting in Frederick County, VA (2026)

2 rules for unincorporated Frederick County, Virginia.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Frederick County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.

How to Report

Any person may file a zoning complaint with the Frederick County Zoning Administrator under § 165-204.02, who must record it immediately and investigate. If a violation is confirmed, a written notice specifies the problem, a correction deadline of 30 days to 24 months, and a 30-day right to appeal to the Board of Zoning Appeals.

How to Report a Zoning Violation

Some Restrictions

Frederick County Code § 165-204.02, § 165-204.03.B

§ 165-204.02. Complaints. A. Whenever a violation of this chapter occurs or is alleged to have occurred, any person may make a complaint to the Zoning Administrator, stating fully the case and basis of the complaint. The Zoning Administrator shall record such complaint immediately and investigate and take action as provided by this chapter. ... § 165-204.03. Notice of violation. ... ... B. The ...

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Common Violations

In Frederick County outside Winchester, Stephens City and Middletown, Chapter 122 Nuisances covers the violations residents most often report: noxious or offensive matter accumulations, stagnant water, overgrown weeds and general public nuisances. The Sheriff and Health Officer enforce most sections, while the Zoning Administrator handles weed complaints under Section 122-5.

Common Code Violations in Frederick County, VA

Some Restrictions

Frederick County Code §§ 122-7, 122-9, 122-10

§ 122-7. Causing public nuisances unlawful. It shall be unlawful for any person to cause or maintain a public nuisance not otherwise provided for in this Code or the other ordinances of the County. § 122- ... ... 9. Enforcement. ... Both the Sheriff and the Health Officer shall, in addition to their other duties, be specifically charged with the enforcement of the provisions of this chapter, wi...

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