Rules for ZIP Code 20165
Sterling, VA · Loudoun County
123 local rules on file for this area. The rules on file for this ZIP code come from Loudoun County.
ZIP code 20165 is unincorporated Loudoun County land, in the community of Cascades: about 100% of its residents live outside any city or town, so the county's ordinances are the local rules here. County rules tend to differ from nearby cities in areas like noise enforcement, building setbacks, and animal regulations.
ZIP codes do not follow city lines. 20165 also covers:
- Cascades (community)~35% of residents
- Countryside (community)~32% of residents
- Lowes Island (community)~30% of residents
Shares are estimates from 2020 Census geography. If your address is in one of these, its rules apply instead.
Each topic below links to the full ordinance breakdown with specific code sections, fine amounts, and answers to common questions. The data is sourced from the official municipal code and verified by our editorial team.
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These are the local rules that apply to ZIP code 20165 based on Loudoun County ordinances.
Short-Term Rentals
8 rules- Night CapsSome
- Primary-Residence-Only RuleSome
- Repeat Violator StrikesSignificant
- Occupancy LimitsSome
- Extended Home ShareFew
Building Setbacks & Zoning
3 rulesPublic Health Rules
1 rule- Rodent ControlSome
Building Safety
6 rulesHome Business
4 rules- Home DaycareSome
- Zoning & Home Occupation PermitsSome
- Customer Traffic RestrictionsSome
- Signage RulesSignificant
Animal Ordinances
8 rules- Veterinary Clinic ZoningSome
- Cat RulesLight
- Pet Store RulesSignificant
- Exotic PetsHeavy
- Chickens & LivestockSome
Solar Energy
1 rule- Panel PermitsSome
Fire Regulations
5 rules- Smoke DetectorsSome
- Propane StorageSome
- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresSome
- Outdoor BurningSome
- FireworksSome
Landscaping Rules
6 rulesWater Use Rules
2 rulesSign Regulations
5 rules- Window SignsSome
- Garage Sale SignsSome
- Digital BillboardsSignificant
- Political SignsSome
- Holiday DisplaysFew
Business Licensing & Operations
4 rules- Massage EstablishmentsSome
- Tobacco Retail LicenseSome
- PawnbrokersSignificant
- Secondhand DealersSome
Outdoor Lighting
2 rulesFence Regulations
3 rulesAccessory Structures
2 rules- Shed & Carport RulesSome
- ADU RulesSome
Parking Rules
9 rules- RV & Boat ParkingSignificant
- Driveway RulesSome
- EV ChargingSome
- Loading ZonesSome
- Preferential Parking DistrictsSome
Environmental Rules
4 rules- Stormwater ManagementSignificant
- Erosion ControlSignificant
- Flood ZonesSignificant
- Flood Elevation RequirementsSome
Invasive Plant Rules
2 rulesTrash & Recycling
6 rulesLocal Taxes & Fees
1 ruleHotels & Lodging
1 rulePublic Conduct
2 rulesNoise Ordinances
8 rules- Quiet HoursSome
- Vehicle NoiseSome
- Construction HoursSome
- Barking DogsSome
- Leaf Blower RulesLight
Zoning Overlays & Bonuses
1 ruleRight to Farm
2 rulesOutdoor Cooking
1 rule- BBQ & Propane RulesSignificant
Property Maintenance
1 rule- Property BlightSome
Soliciting & Door-to-Door
2 rulesGarage & Yard Sales
1 ruleTree Protection
1 rule- Parkway PlantingSome
HOA Rules
5 rules- CC&R EnforcementSome
- Dispute ResolutionSome
- Board ProceduresHeavy
- Architectural ReviewHeavy
- Assessment & DuesHeavy
Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors
3 rulesCurfew Laws
1 rule- Park CurfewSome
Special Events & Permits
3 rules- Parade PermitsSome
- Street Fair RulesSome
- Park Event PermitsSignificant
Historic Preservation
1 rule- Historic-Cultural MonumentsSignificant
Cannabis Regulations
1 rule- Home CultivationSome
Swimming Pools & Spas
1 ruleData Centers & Crypto Mining
2 rulesSidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
2 rules- Sidewalk RepairSome
- Obstruction RulesSome