Fences & pool enclosures — Sidney, British Columbia
How tall can my fence be? Do I need a fence around my pool?
In the Town of Sidney, British Columbia, max height rear side: 1.8 metres; max height front: 1.2 metres; pool enclosure: Fence must surround pool; 1.2m-1.8m height; self-closing/locking gate; non-climbable surface; specific materials (e.g. chain link <=5cm openings); max 10mm ground clearance.; sight triangle: No vegetation shall obstruct visual clearance between 1 metres and 3 metres above the crown of the abutting streets at intersections.. Source: Zoning Bylaw No. 2275, verified 2026-08-28.
Zoning Bylaw No. 2275
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max height rear side
1.8 metres
s. 6.1.a
max height front
1.2 metres
s. 6.1.b
pool enclosure
Fence must surround pool; 1.2m-1.8m height; self-closing/locking gate; non-climbable surface; specific materials (e.g. chain link <=5cm openings); max 10mm ground clearance.
s. 6.1.h
sight triangle
No vegetation shall obstruct visual clearance between 1 metres and 3 metres above the crown of the abutting streets at intersections.
s. 6.4.a
scout note
Fences/gates max 1.8m, less in front/exterior side yards; private pool enclosures require a fully enclosing fence 1.2-1.8m high with self-closing, lockable gate.