Loudoun Zoning Ordinance allows 6-foot fences in side/rear yards and 4-foot fences in front yards in residential zones. Horse country AR zones allow taller agricultural fencing.
Loudoun County Zoning Ordinance sets fence height limits under VA Code §15.2-2280: residential side and rear yards up to 6 feet, front yards (within front setback) limited to 4 feet, corner lot sight triangles 3 feet maximum to preserve driver visibility. Agricultural Rural (AR-1, AR-2) and Transitional Rural (TR) zones permit fences up to 8 feet for livestock containment and equestrian operations — 3-board wood fencing dominates western Loudoun's horse country. Historic district fences in Waterford, Leesburg historic district, Middleburg, and Lincoln require Historic District Review Committee approval. Variances available through the Board of Zoning Appeals for unusual lots. HOAs frequently impose stricter and material-specific limits.
Non-compliant fence: correction notice with 30-day remedy period. Continued non-compliance: $100-$500 per day. Forced removal via court order and liens possible.
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