Showing ordinances that apply to University Center, VA
University Center is an unincorporated community (population 3,969) in Loudoun County, Virginia. Because University Center is not an incorporated city, it does not have its own municipal code. Instead, Loudoun County ordinances apply directly to properties here. The signage rules rules below are the ones that govern your area.
Loudoun Zoning Ordinance generally prohibits home business signage in residential districts. Exceptions for home occupations are limited to one 2-square-foot nameplate in some districts.
Loudoun County Zoning Ordinance strictly limits home business signage in residential districts. The general rule is no commercial-style signage: no banners, no flags, no sandwich boards, no illuminated or digital displays, and no portable signs. Home occupation permits typically allow at most one non-illuminated nameplate or professional sign up to 2 square feet attached to the residence or in a flower bed near the front entrance — varies by district. Agricultural operations in AR zones have broader signage rights for farm stands, wineries, and equestrian operations under VA farm winery and roadside stand provisions. Historic districts (Waterford, Middleburg, Leesburg) require HDRC approval for any signage. HOAs typically prohibit all business signs.
Unpermitted sign: $50-$250 with required removal within 10 days. Continued violation: daily fines up to $500. HOA violations may add substantially to fines.
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