Fences & pool enclosures — Youngstown, Alberta

How tall can my fence be? Do I need a fence around my pool?

In the Village of Youngstown, Alberta, fences & pool enclosures rules are set by Village of Youngstown Land Use Bylaw No. 21-718, verified 2026-09-27. Max height front: 1.2 m (4 feet). Max height rear side: 1.83 m (6 feet). Pool enclosure: Swimming pools shall be fenced with a minimum height in consideration of applicable Provincial health and safety requirements.

Village of Youngstown Land Use Bylaw No. 21-718 adopted bylaw
max height rear side 1.83 m (6 feet) s. 6.3(1)
max height front 1.2 m (4 feet) s. 6.3(2)
pool enclosure Swimming pools shall be fenced with a minimum height in consideration of applicable Provincial health and safety requirements. s. 6.3(4)
sight triangle In a residential district, a fence or hedge located within a corner lot shall not exceed 1 m (3.2 feet) in height from the building facing the streets. s. 6.3(3)
scout note

Sec 6.3: residential fences/hedges max 1.83m (6ft) in rear/side yards, 1.2m (4ft) in front yards, 1m (3.2ft) on corner lots facing the street; swimming pools must be fenced per provincial health/safety requirements.

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