Showing ordinances that apply to Goose Creek Village, VA
Goose Creek Village is an unincorporated community (population 2,298) in Loudoun County, Virginia. Because Goose Creek Village is not an incorporated city, it does not have its own municipal code. Instead, Loudoun County ordinances apply directly to properties here. The fire pit rules rules below are the ones that govern your area.
Loudoun County permits recreational fire pits up to 3 feet diameter with 15-foot structure setback under Fire Prevention Code. VA 4 PM Burning Law (VA §10.1-1142) applies Feb 15 to Apr 30.
Loudoun County Combined Fire & Rescue System enforces the Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code (SFPC) for recreational fires. Fire pits must be no larger than 3 feet in diameter and 2 feet tall, set back at least 15 feet from structures, fences, and combustible materials, and attended by a responsible adult with a water source or extinguisher immediately available. Only seasoned firewood permitted — no yard waste, trash, or construction materials. Gas and propane fire features are generally exempt from setback requirements. Virginia's 4 PM Burning Law (VA Code §10.1-1142) prohibits open burning before 4 PM February 15 through April 30 within 300 feet of woodland or fields, heavily enforced in western Loudoun's forested AR zones.
Fire code violation: $250-$500. 4 PM Law violation: up to $500 (Class 3 misdemeanor). Negligent fire causing damage: criminal liability under VA §18.2-86 and full civil restitution.
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