Fences & pool enclosures — Fort Simpson, Northwest Territories

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

In the Village of Fort Simpson, Northwest Territories, fences & pool enclosures rules are set by Village of Fort Simpson Zoning Bylaw No. 675, verified 2026-09-29. A permit is required. Max height front: 1.2 metres. Max height rear side: 2.0 metres.

Village of Fort Simpson Zoning Bylaw No. 675 adopted bylaw
max height rear side 2.0 metres s. 6.8(1)(b)
max height front 1.2 metres s. 6.8(1)(a)
permit required yes s. 3.1(1); s. 3.2(5)
sight triangle a person using a corner site in any district shall comply with all the restrictions, limitations and conditions relating to visibility approaching road intersections as may be required by the Development Officer or Council. s. 6.1(7)
scout note

Zoning Bylaw No. 675 (July 2008) caps residential fences at 1.2m in front yards and 2.0m in side/rear yards; on corner lots the front-yard limit applies to both street-facing sides.

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