{ "topic": "fences", "label": "Fences & pool enclosures", "question": "How tall can my fence be? Do I need a fence around my pool?", "jurisdiction": "Ontario", "country": "CA", "source": "https://govanswers.org/ca/on/fences/", "municipalities": [ { "municipality_id": "gx-001391", "name": "Addington Highlands", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/addington-highlands/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/addington-highlands/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/addington-highlands/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law No. 0295/2009 - Fence By-law", "document_number": "0295/2009", "adopted_date": "2009-11-02", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/addington-highlands/fences/bylaw-0295-2009/", "answer": "In the Township of Addington Highlands, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.83 metre (6 feet); max height front: 1 meter (3 feet); sight triangle: No fence within a sight triangle greater than 1 meter (3.3 feet) in height above the centre line of the adjacent highway.; prohibited materials: sheet metal, corrugated metal panels, barbed wire, barbed material, electrified wire, slab wood. Source: By-law No. 0295/2009 - Fence By-law, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001392", "name": "Adelaide Metcalfe", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/adelaide-metcalfe/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/adelaide-metcalfe/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/adelaide-metcalfe/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law No. 21 of 2020 - Pool Fence By-law", "document_number": "21", "adopted_date": "2020-05-04", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/adelaide-metcalfe/fences/bylaw-21/", "answer": "In the Township of Adelaide Metcalfe, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Fence not less than 1.22 m (4 ft) height; gates not less than 1.22 m and capable of being locked.; prohibited materials: Electric current through or in conjunction with a fence is prohibited (except farm fences in agricultural zones).. Source: By-law No. 21 of 2020 - Pool Fence By-law, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001393", "name": "Adjala-Tosorontio", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/adjala-tosorontio/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/adjala-tosorontio/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/adjala-tosorontio/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 05-27 (consolidated to Amendment No. 1, By-law 13-17) - Swimming Pool Fencing By-law", "document_number": "1", "adopted_date": "2005-05-02", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/adjala-tosorontio/fences/bylaw-1/", "answer": "In the Township of Adjala-Tosorontio, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Complete enclosure required; minimum 1.22 m (4 ft) height; no climbable outside bracing; building doors to pool must be self-closing and self-latching.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire; devices for projecting electric current through the fence.. Source: By-law 05-27 (consolidated to Amendment No. 1, By-law 13-17) - Swimming Pool Fencing By-law, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001395", "name": "Ajax", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/ajax/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/ajax/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/ajax/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law Number 42-2025 (Office Consolidated, amended by By-law 45-2026) - Fence By-law", "document_number": "42-2025", "adopted_date": "2025-05-20", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/ajax/fences/bylaw-42-2025/", "answer": "In the Town of Ajax, Ontario, max height rear side: 2 m; max height front: 1 m; permit required: False; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.5 m height including gates; gates self-closing with self-latching device on inside at or near top; locked when unattended; permit required.. Source: By-law Number 42-2025 (Office Consolidated, amended by By-law 45-2026) - Fence By-law, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001396", "name": "Alberton", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/alberton/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/alberton/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/alberton/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-Law No. 10/17", "document_number": "10/17", "adopted_date": "2017-03-08", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/alberton/fences/bylaw-10-17/", "answer": "In the Township of Alberton, Ontario, sight triangle: within triangular space formed by street lines, 6 meters from intersection point, no structure obstructing vision, no shrubs/trees exceeding 1.0 meters. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-Law No. 10/17, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001398", "name": "Algonquin Highlands", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/algonquin-highlands/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/algonquin-highlands/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/algonquin-highlands/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2022-49", "document_number": "2022-49", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/algonquin-highlands/fences/bylaw-2022-49/", "answer": "In the Township of Algonquin Highlands, Ontario, max height rear side: less than 2 m (6.6 feet); max height front: less than 2 m (6.6 feet); prohibited in SR1/SR2 front yards; sight triangle: Corner lot: 9 m legs along each street line; no obstructing structures; no shrubs/trees over 0.6 m (2 feet). Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2022-49, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001399", "name": "Alnwick/Haldimand", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/alnwick-haldimand/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/alnwick-haldimand/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/alnwick-haldimand/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law No. 28-2001 - A By-law to Regulate and Require the Enclosure of Outdoor Swimming Pools", "document_number": "28-2001", "adopted_date": "2001-03-21", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/alnwick-haldimand/fences/bylaw-28-2001/", "answer": "In the Township of Alnwick/Haldimand, Ontario, pool enclosure: Enclosure must extend not less than four feet from ground; gates self-closing with self-latching devices at top inside.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire, electric wire, or material with similar dangerous characteristics prohibited.. Source: By-law No. 28-2001 - A By-law to Regulate and Require the Enclosure of Outdoor Swimming Pools, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001400", "name": "Amaranth", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/amaranth/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/amaranth/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/amaranth/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 45-2014 - Swimming Pool Enclosure By-Law", "document_number": "45-2014", "adopted_date": "2014-09-17", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/amaranth/fences/bylaw-45-2014/", "answer": "In the Township of Amaranth, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum height 1.5 m; gates self-closing with self-latching device at top inside; locked at all times except when supervised by responsible adult.; prohibited materials: No barbed wire, electrical wiring, sharp projections or other dangerous characteristics.. Source: By-law 45-2014 - Swimming Pool Enclosure By-Law, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001401", "name": "Amherstburg", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/amherstburg/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/amherstburg/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/amherstburg/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Fence By-law No. 2022-027", "document_number": "2022-027", "adopted_date": "2022-03-14", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/amherstburg/fences/bylaw-2022-027/", "answer": "In the Town of Amherstburg, Ontario, max height rear side: 2 meters (6 feet 6 inches); max height front: 0.9 meters (3-feet); corner lot: 0.6 meters (2-feet); permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.22 m (48 in) height, rigid and unclimbable materials, self-closing and self-latching gate(s) mounted poolside at least 119 cm above ground.. Source: Fence By-law No. 2022-027, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001402", "name": "Armour", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/armour/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/armour/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/armour/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law No. 23-2010 - A By-law to Amend By-law No. 27-95, The Zoning By-law of the Township of Armour (consolidated July 9, 2025)", "document_number": "23-2010", "adopted_date": "2010-07-13", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/armour/fences/bylaw-23-2010/", "answer": "In the Township of Armour, Ontario, max height front: 1 m within 3 m of any street line (residential interior lots in Residential Zones); pool enclosure: Fence at least 2 m high with lockable gate, located 1–10 m from pool; sight triangle: Corner lot: no building, structure or planting obstructing motor vehicle vision within triangle formed by points 10 m along each street line from intersection. Source: By-law No. 23-2010 - A By-law to Amend By-law No. 27-95, The Zoning By-law of the Township of Armour (consolidated July 9, 2025), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001403", "name": "Armstrong", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/armstrong/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/armstrong/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/armstrong/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Zoning By-law No. 2011-29 (consolidated to October 11, 2017)", "document_number": "2011-29", "adopted_date": "2011-07-13", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/armstrong/fences/bylaw-2011-29/", "answer": "In the Township of Armstrong, Ontario, pool enclosure: Fences required around all swimming pools in compliance with the Corporation's bylaws regulating swimming pool fences.; sight triangle: Within sight triangle (10.0 m from intersection per s. 3.35), fences exceeding 1.0 m above street elevation prohibited.. Source: Zoning By-law No. 2011-29 (consolidated to October 11, 2017), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001404", "name": "Arnprior", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/arnprior/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/arnprior/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/arnprior/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-Law No. 7367-23 - Private Swimming Pools", "document_number": "7367-23", "adopted_date": "2023-03-13", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/arnprior/fences/bylaw-7367-23/", "answer": "In the Town of Arnprior, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.5 m height, close board or chain link, self-closing self-latching lockable gate, no barbed wire or electric.; prohibited materials: No barbed wire or device producing electric current; max height front: 1.9 m. Source: By-Law No. 7367-23 - Private Swimming Pools; Zoning By-law No. 6875-18 (consolidated August 4, 2021), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001405", "name": "Arran–Elderslie", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/arranelderslie/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/arranelderslie/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/arranelderslie/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law Number 36-09 (Municipality of Arran-Elderslie Zoning By-law, office consolidation January 2019)", "document_number": "36-09", "adopted_date": "2009-06-29", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/arranelderslie/fences/bylaw-36-09/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Arran–Elderslie, Ontario, sight triangle: Corner-lot triangle (10 m from intersection along each street line); no fence over 0.5 m (20 inches) permitted within it.. Source: By-law Number 36-09 (Municipality of Arran-Elderslie Zoning By-law, office consolidation January 2019), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001406", "name": "Ashfield–Colborne–Wawanosh", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/ashfieldcolbornewawanosh/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/ashfieldcolbornewawanosh/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/ashfieldcolbornewawanosh/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 61-2002 Swimming Pool Fences By-law", "document_number": "61-2002", "adopted_date": "2002-08-22", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/ashfieldcolbornewawanosh/fences/bylaw-61-2002/", "answer": "In the Township of Ashfield–Colborne–Wawanosh, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.0 metres; max height front: 1.3 metres; sight triangle: For corner lots, the provisions of the Site Triangle Section of the zoning by-law shall also apply.; permit required: True. Source: By-law 21-2006 Residential Fences By-law; By-law 61-2002 Swimming Pool Fences By-law, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001407", "name": "Asphodel–Norwood", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/asphodelnorwood/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/asphodelnorwood/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/asphodelnorwood/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 2018-41 Swimming Pools and Enclosures By-law", "document_number": "2018-41", "adopted_date": "2018-07-24", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/asphodelnorwood/fences/bylaw-2018-41/", "answer": "In the Township of Asphodel–Norwood, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.22m (4ft) for residential ≤4 units; 1.83m (6ft) for multi-family/commercial; gates must be self-closing, self-latching, and lockable when pool unoccupied.; prohibited materials: Electric current through fence, snow fence, barbed wire, and sharp objects prohibited.; max height rear side: 2.0 metres (6'-6\"). Source: By-law 2018-41 Swimming Pools and Enclosures By-law; By-law 2018-55 Fence By-law, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001408", "name": "Assiginack", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/assiginack/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/assiginack/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/assiginack/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2024-10 (fence/pool provisions)", "document_number": "2024-10", "adopted_date": "2024-07-16", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/assiginack/fences/bylaw-2024-10/", "answer": "In the Township of Assiginack, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.0 m; max height front: 1 metre; pool enclosure: Pool depth ≥0.5 m: fence minimum 1.5 m from ground, including self-closing gates; sight triangle: On a corner lot, no fence exceeding 1 metre height within triangular area 6 metres from point of intersection of street lines. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2024-10 (fence/pool provisions), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001409", "name": "Athens", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/athens/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/athens/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/athens/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 2026-13 Swimming Pool Enclosure By-law", "document_number": "2026-13", "adopted_date": "2026-05-11", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/athens/fences/bylaw-2026-13/", "answer": "In the Township of Athens, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.2 m (4 ft) enclosure completely enclosing pool area; gates must be self-closing and self-latching at top inside of gate; max 50 mm gap to grade.. Source: By-law 2026-13 Swimming Pool Enclosure By-law, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001410", "name": "Atikokan", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/atikokan/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/atikokan/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/atikokan/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 23-07 Fencing By-law", "document_number": "23-07", "adopted_date": "2007-06-11", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/atikokan/fences/bylaw-23-07/", "answer": "In the Town of Atikokan, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.1 m (2.4 m in industrial zones); max height front: 0.90 m (2.4 m permitted for institutional, commercial, or industrial enclosure); pool enclosure: Minimum 1.5 m height; gate must automatically return to closed and latch; latching device at least 1.5 m above ground if accessible from outside; sight triangle: No fence higher than 76.2 cm as measured from centreline of road within the daylighting triangle, per Schedule \"A\". Source: By-law 23-07 Fencing By-law, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001411", "name": "Augusta", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/augusta/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/augusta/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/augusta/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Zoning By-law 2965-2012 (fence/sight-triangle provisions)", "document_number": "2965-2012", "adopted_date": "2012-10-22", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/augusta/fences/bylaw-2965-2012/", "answer": "In the Township of Augusta, Ontario, sight triangle: Fences entirely prohibited within sight triangle; 10 m distance in all residential/institutional zones, 15 m in commercial, industrial, and rural zones. Source: Zoning By-law 2965-2012 (fence/sight-triangle provisions), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001413", "name": "Aylmer", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/aylmer/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/aylmer/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/aylmer/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Division & Privacy Fence By-law No. 37-17", "document_number": "37-17", "adopted_date": "2017-09-11", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/aylmer/fences/bylaw-37-17/", "answer": "In the Town of Aylmer, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.8m (6'); max height front: 0.9m (3'); pool enclosure: Compliance with this by-law does not exempt owners from the Town of Aylmer Pool Fence By-law (By-law 23-17).; prohibited materials: Barbed wire; electric current devices used in conjunction with a fence.. Source: Division & Privacy Fence By-law No. 37-17; Fence By-law No. 23-17, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001414", "name": "Baldwin", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/baldwin/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/baldwin/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/baldwin/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Zoning By-law 2021-P-001", "document_number": "2021-P-001", "adopted_date": "2021-02-01", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/baldwin/fences/bylaw-2021-p-001/", "answer": "In the Township of Baldwin, Ontario, max height rear side: 2 m; max height front: 1 m; pool enclosure: Minimum height 1.5 m; self-closing and self-latching gate placed at top of gate on pool side; no opening > 75 mm horizontal dimension; sight triangle: No fence shall be erected so as to obstruct a sight triangle. Source: Zoning By-law 2021-P-001, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001415", "name": "Bancroft", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/bancroft/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/bancroft/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/bancroft/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 27-2006", "document_number": "27-2006", "adopted_date": "2006-07-11", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/bancroft/fences/bylaw-27-2006/", "answer": "In the Town of Bancroft, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.8 m (5.9 ft); max height front: 1.8 m (5.9 ft). Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 27-2006, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001416", "name": "Barrie", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/barrie/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/barrie/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/barrie/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Pool Enclosure By-law 2024-094", "document_number": "2024-094", "adopted_date": "2024-10-02", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/barrie/fences/bylaw-2024-094/", "answer": "In the City of Barrie, Ontario, max height front: 1 m above grade; sight triangle: Corner lots: 5 m × 5 m abutting arterial or collector road; 3 m × 3 m abutting two local roads; permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.22 m height from finished grade; gates self-closing, self-latching, lockable; no barbed wire or electrical current permitted.. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2009-141; Pool Enclosure By-law 2024-094, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001417", "name": "Bayham", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/bayham/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/bayham/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/bayham/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Zoning By-law Z456-2003", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": "2002-04-15", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/bayham/fences/zoning-by-law-z456-2003/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Bayham, Ontario, pool enclosure: fence at least 1.2 m high, gate capable of being locked, located not less than 1 m and not more than 10 m from pool; sight triangle: On corner lots (except hamlet/village commercial zones), shrubs/foliage must not exceed 0.8 m; no building/structure within distances (6.0 m at 81–110°, up to 26.0 m at ≤20°) from intersection. Source: Zoning By-law Z456-2003, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001418", "name": "Beckwith", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/beckwith/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/beckwith/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/beckwith/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Zoning By-law No. 91-14 (Office Consolidation)", "document_number": "91-14", "adopted_date": "1991-06-17", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/beckwith/fences/bylaw-91-14/", "answer": "In the Township of Beckwith, Ontario, pool enclosure: Fence not less than 1.2 m high, sturdy material, gate capable of being locked; pool must be totally enclosed; sight triangle: Triangle with sides of 6 m along each street from street corner formed by lot lines; no obstruction permitted within. Source: Zoning By-law No. 91-14 (Office Consolidation), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001419", "name": "Belleville", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/belleville/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/belleville/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/belleville/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Zoning By-law 2024-100, Section 16.19 Fencing / 16.18 Corner Sight Triangle", "document_number": "2024-100", "adopted_date": "2024-03-11", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/belleville/fences/bylaw-2024-100/", "answer": "The City of Belleville, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Zoning By-law 2024-100, Section 16.19 Fencing / 16.18 Corner Sight Triangle, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001420", "name": "Billings", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/billings/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/billings/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/billings/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Zoning By-law 2022-57, Section 4.7 Corner Visibility Triangle / Fence definition", "document_number": "2022-57", "adopted_date": "2022-10-05", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/billings/fences/bylaw-2022-57/", "answer": "In the Township of Billings, Ontario, sight triangle: 1 m above grade within 6 m of street intersection on corner lots. Source: Zoning By-law 2022-57, Section 4.7 Corner Visibility Triangle / Fence definition, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001421", "name": "Black River-Matheson", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/black-river-matheson/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/black-river-matheson/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/black-river-matheson/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 48-2007 (amending By-law 2005-46, Fence and Swimming Pool By-law)", "document_number": "48-2007", "adopted_date": "2007-09-24", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/black-river-matheson/fences/bylaw-48-2007/", "answer": "In the Township of Black River-Matheson, Ontario, sight triangle: Within any sight triangle (6 m sight distance), no fence may be erected or placed; nothing shall exceed 1 m in height above the average elevation of the triangle.. Source: Zoning By-law (consolidation April 3, 2019), Section 3.29.1 Sight Triangles, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001422", "name": "Blandford-Blenheim", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/blandford-blenheim/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/blandford-blenheim/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/blandford-blenheim/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 3, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 1705-2011 – Pool Enclosure By-law", "document_number": "1705-2011", "adopted_date": "2011-12-07", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/blandford-blenheim/fences/bylaw-1705-2011/", "answer": "In the Township of Blandford-Blenheim, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.52 m (5'-0\") height fence; self-closing, self-latching gate minimum 1.52 m; latch on pool side at top.; prohibited materials: Electric current through fence prohibited, except farm fences in agricultural zones.; max height rear side: 2.43 metres (8 feet). Source: By-law 1705-2011 – Pool Enclosure By-law; By-law 2125-2019 – A By-law to Regulate the Height, Kind and Location of Fences; Zoning By-law 1360-2002 (consolidated), Section 5.23 Sight Triangles, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001424", "name": "Bluewater", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/bluewater/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/bluewater/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/bluewater/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 6-2020 – Required Fencing of Privately Owned Swimming Pools (Swimming Pool Enclosures)", "document_number": "6-2020", "adopted_date": "2020-01-06", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/bluewater/fences/bylaw-6-2020/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Bluewater, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.52 m (5'0\") height for ≤4 dwelling units; 1.83 m (6'0\") for >4 units or commercial; self-closing, self-latching gates required.; prohibited materials: No barbed wire, electrical wiring, sharp projections or other dangerous characteristics on fence.; pool enclosure: Swimming pool fence minimum 1.52 m; must comply with Swimming Pool Enclosures By-law of the Municipality.. Source: By-law 6-2020 – Required Fencing of Privately Owned Swimming Pools (Swimming Pool Enclosures); Zoning By-law 43-2015 (consolidated), Section 3.33 Sight Triangle, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001425", "name": "Bonfield", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/bonfield/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/bonfield/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/bonfield/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 2004-29 – Prescribing the Height and Description of Lawful Fences (Bonfield & Rutherglen)", "document_number": "2004-29", "adopted_date": "2005-04-26", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/bonfield/fences/bylaw-2004-29/", "answer": "In the Township of Bonfield, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.8 metres (6 feet); max height front: 1.20 metres (4 Feet); pool enclosure: Minimum 1.22 m (4 ft) height fence/wall around pool; gates self-closing with self-latching device at top on pool side.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire or sharp materials (except industrial/commercial zones at ≥1.80 m); electric current conductors prohibited.. Source: By-law 2004-29 – Prescribing the Height and Description of Lawful Fences (Bonfield & Rutherglen), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001426", "name": "Bonnechere Valley", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/bonnechere-valley/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/bonnechere-valley/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/bonnechere-valley/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 2007-31 - Outdoor Swimming Pools", "document_number": "2007-31", "adopted_date": "2007-05-01", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/bonnechere-valley/fences/bylaw-2007-31/", "answer": "In the Township of Bonnechere Valley, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.2 m (4 ft) height on outside; self-closing, self-latching gate minimum 1 m above grade; no barbed wire or electric device.; prohibited materials: No barbed wire or similar dangerous characteristics; no device for projecting an electric current.. Source: By-law 2007-31 - Outdoor Swimming Pools, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001427", "name": "Bracebridge", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/bracebridge/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/bracebridge/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/bracebridge/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Pool Enclosure By-law 2020-076", "document_number": "2020-076", "adopted_date": "2020-11-16", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/bracebridge/fences/bylaw-2020-076/", "answer": "In the Town of Bracebridge, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.44 metres; max height front: 1.22 metres; sight triangle: Triangular area on corner lot, lot lines abutting streets and straight line connecting them 7.62 metres from intersection; fence height ≤ 0.91 metres within sight triangle.; prohibited materials: Hazardous materials including razor wire, barbed wire, sharp projections, electrical fences over 12 volts on residential land.. Source: Fence By-law 2022-099; Pool Enclosure By-law 2020-076, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001428", "name": "Bradford West Gwillimbury", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/bradford-west-gwillimbury/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/bradford-west-gwillimbury/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/bradford-west-gwillimbury/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Swimming Pool Fence By-law 2016-65", "document_number": "2016-65", "adopted_date": "2016-06-21", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/bradford-west-gwillimbury/fences/bylaw-2016-65/", "answer": "In the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.1 metres (7 feet); max height front: 0.9 metre (3 feet); pool enclosure: Fences surrounding a swimming pool are exempt where a permit has been issued under the Swimming Pool Fence By-law.; sight triangle: No person shall erect a fence within a sight triangle; defined as 6 metres along two intersecting street lines.. Source: Fence By-law 2020-105; Swimming Pool Fence By-law 2016-65, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001429", "name": "Brampton", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/brampton/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/brampton/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/brampton/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Pool Enclosure By-law 202-2011", "document_number": "202-2011", "adopted_date": "2011-06-22", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/brampton/fences/bylaw-202-2011/", "answer": "In the City of Brampton, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Enclosure must surround pool, height 1.2m to 2m, gates self-closing, self-latching and locked.; prohibited materials: barbed wire, devices for projecting an electric current through the fence, or devices having similar dangerous characteristics. Source: Pool Enclosure By-law 202-2011, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001430", "name": "Brant", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/brant/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/brant/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/brant/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Municipal Swimming Pool Enclosure By-law 134-23 (as amended by By-law 55-25)", "document_number": "134-23", "adopted_date": "2023-12-19", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/brant/fences/bylaw-134-23/", "answer": "In the City of Brant, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.53m height. Gates require self-closing hardware and self-latching device at least 1.22m above ground on pool side.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire or electrification.. Source: Municipal Swimming Pool Enclosure By-law 134-23 (as amended by By-law 55-25), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001431", "name": "Brantford", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/brantford/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/brantford/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/brantford/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Fences - Height - Regulation, Municipal Code Chapter 438 (By-law 117-94)", "document_number": "438", "adopted_date": "1994-06-13", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/brantford/fences/chapter-438/", "answer": "In the City of Brantford, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.2 metres; max height front: 1.0 metres; sight triangle: No fence or hedge on corner lot within triangular space 4.6 metres from intersection where height exceeds 0.8 metres; prohibited materials: Barbed wire or any other barbed material except on industrial land. Source: Fences - Height - Regulation, Municipal Code Chapter 438 (By-law 117-94); Swimming Pools - Regulation and Use, Municipal Code Chapter 437 (By-law 103-91), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001433", "name": "Brighton", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/brighton/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/brighton/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/brighton/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Fence By-law No. 076-2023", "document_number": "076-2023", "adopted_date": "2023-08-16", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/brighton/fences/bylaw-076-2023/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Brighton, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.0 metres (6.5 feet); max height front: 0.9 metres (3 feet); sight triangle: no fence exceeding 0.9 metres (3 feet) in height may be erected within any corner visibility triangle; prohibited materials: sheet metal, corrugated metal, concrete panels/blocks, metal >3mm thick, uncoated chain link. Source: Fence By-law No. 076-2023, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001434", "name": "Brock", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/brock/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/brock/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/brock/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Pool Enclosure By-law No. 3309-2024", "document_number": "3309-2024", "adopted_date": "2024-12-16", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/brock/fences/bylaw-3309-2024/", "answer": "In the Township of Brock, Ontario, max height rear side: 1830 mm (rear yard), 1220 mm (side yard); max height front: 1220 mm; sight triangle: No fence ... substantially limiting the visibility of persons using the intersecting streets.; prohibited materials: Electric fences without consent; barbed wire on residential property without consent or below 1220 mm.. Source: Fence By-law No. 786-85-PP (consolidated to 2024); Pool Enclosure By-law No. 3309-2024, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001435", "name": "Brockton", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/brockton/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/brockton/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/brockton/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Swimming Pool Fencing By-law No. 2008-31", "document_number": "2008-31", "adopted_date": "2008-04-28", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/brockton/fences/bylaw-2008-31/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Brockton, Ontario, max height rear side: Solid: 5 feet (1.5 meters); Non-solid: 6 feet (2 meters); max height front: three feet (0.9 meters); pool enclosure: Min height 5 feet (1.5 meters). Gates/doors equipped with locking device. Must not facilitate climbing.; sight triangle: Corner Space triangular space 20 feet from intersection. Fence must allow good visibility.. Source: Fence By-law No. 86-18 (Town of Walkerton); Swimming Pool Fencing By-law No. 2008-31, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001436", "name": "Brockville", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/brockville/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/brockville/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/brockville/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 050-2014, Section 3 - General Provisions", "document_number": "050-2014", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/brockville/fences/bylaw-050-2014/", "answer": "In the City of Brockville, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.0 metres (Residential), 2.5 metres (Commercial Security); max height front: 1.0 metre; sight triangle: No opaque fence permitted within a visibility triangle; prohibited materials: barbed wire, spire tips, razor wire, sharp objects or electrically charged fences. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 050-2014, Section 3 - General Provisions, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001437", "name": "Brooke-Alvinston", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/brooke-alvinston/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/brooke-alvinston/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/brooke-alvinston/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Construction of Fences By-law No. 46 of 2006", "document_number": "46", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/brooke-alvinston/fences/bylaw-46/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Brooke-Alvinston, Ontario, max height rear side: 2 metres (Residential); 3.05 metres (Non-Residential); max height front: 1 metre; sight triangle: Triangular space 9 metres or 30 feet from intersection; max height 1 metre; prohibited materials: Barbed wire or barbed material in Residential Zones; electric fences in Residential Zones. Source: Construction of Fences By-law No. 46 of 2006; Swimming Pool Fence By-law No. 28 of 2011, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001439", "name": "Bruce Mines", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/bruce-mines/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/bruce-mines/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/bruce-mines/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Zoning By-law No. 2015-17 (consolidated to July 2021)", "document_number": "2015-17", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/bruce-mines/fences/bylaw-2015-17/", "answer": "In the Town of Bruce Mines, Ontario, max height rear side: 2 m [6.56 ft.]; max height front: 1 m [3.28 ft.]; pool enclosure: Min height 1.5 m, self-closing and self-latching gate placed at top on pool side.; sight triangle: No fence shall be erected so as to obstruct a sight triangle.. Source: Zoning By-law No. 2015-17 (consolidated to July 2021), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001442", "name": "Burlington", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/burlington/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/burlington/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/burlington/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Pool Fencing By-law No. 74-2005 (Municipal Pool By-law)", "document_number": "74-2005", "adopted_date": "2005-10-17", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/burlington/fences/bylaw-74-2005/", "answer": "In the City of Burlington, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Fences and gates required around pool. Height 1.2m-2.0m depending on type. Gates self-closing, self-latching, locked when not supervised.; prohibited materials: barbed wire, broken glass or electrification. Source: Pool Fencing By-law No. 74-2005 (Municipal Pool By-law), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001444", "name": "Caledon", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/caledon/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/caledon/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/caledon/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Fence By-law (Consolidation) No. 2017-68", "document_number": "2017-68", "adopted_date": "2017-11-07", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/caledon/fences/bylaw-2017-68/", "answer": "In the Town of Caledon, Ontario, max height rear side: 2 metres (rear/interior side residential), 1.5 metres (exterior side residential), 3 metres (commercial); max height front: 1.5 metres (general residential), 1 metre (subdivision/commercial); pool enclosure: Height not less than 1.2 metres. Gate equipped with self-closing, self-latching device on inside. Gate kept closed and locked.; sight triangle: Max height 1 metre above street elevation within sight triangle (9 metres, or 15 metres for Regional Road).. Source: Fence By-law (Consolidation) No. 2017-68, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001445", "name": "Callander", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/callander/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/callander/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/callander/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Zoning By-law 2014-1407 (2024 Update)", "document_number": "2014-1407", "adopted_date": "2014-04-22", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/callander/fences/bylaw-2014-1407/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Callander, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.8 metres; max height front: 1.8 metres; sight triangle: No fence with height exceeding 0.6 metres within the triangular space measured along the corner lot lines for a distance of 9 metres. Source: Zoning By-law 2014-1407 (2024 Update), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001446", "name": "Calvin", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/calvin/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/calvin/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/calvin/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Zoning By-law (Office Consolidation, March 9, 2010)", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/calvin/fences/zoning-by-law/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Calvin, Ontario, pool enclosure: Totally enclosed by fence, minimum height 1.21 m [4 ft] with self-locking gate.; sight triangle: No obstruction higher than 0.75 m [2.5 ft] except chain link fence for school or park.. Source: Zoning By-law (Office Consolidation, March 9, 2010), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001447", "name": "Cambridge", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/cambridge/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/cambridge/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/cambridge/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Fence By-law 92-05", "document_number": "92-05", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/cambridge/fences/bylaw-92-05/", "answer": "In the City of Cambridge, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.1 m; max height front: 0.9 m; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.5 m height, locked gate required, specific construction materials per Schedule B.; sight triangle: Max 0.75 m height within daylighting triangle on corner lots.. Source: Fence By-law 92-05, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001448", "name": "Carleton Place", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/carleton-place/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/carleton-place/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/carleton-place/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Pool and Pool Enclosures By-law 87-2019", "document_number": "87-2019", "adopted_date": "2019-09-10", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/carleton-place/fences/bylaw-87-2019/", "answer": "In the Town of Carleton Place, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum height 1.5 metres, self-closing and self-latching gate, lockable.; prohibited materials: Barbed-wire, electrically energized fencing, sharp projections or dangerous characteristics prohibited.. Source: Pool and Pool Enclosures By-law 87-2019, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001449", "name": "Carling", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/carling/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/carling/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/carling/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Zoning By-law C500-2011 (Consolidated February 28, 2025)", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": "2011-11-14", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/carling/fences/zoning-by-law-c500-2011/", "answer": "In the Township of Carling, Ontario, max height rear side: 2 metres; max height front: 2 metres. Source: Zoning By-law C500-2011 (Consolidated February 28, 2025), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001450", "name": "Carlow/Mayo", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/carlow-mayo/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/carlow-mayo/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/carlow-mayo/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 33-2004", "document_number": "33-2004", "adopted_date": "2004-12-07", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/carlow-mayo/fences/bylaw-33-2004/", "answer": "In the Township of Carlow/Mayo, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.8 metres (5.9 ft.) in an urban area; max height front: 1.8 metres (5.9 ft.) in an urban area; pool enclosure: Fence at least 1.52 metres (5.0 ft.) high, within 4.5 metres (14.8 ft.) of pool.; sight triangle: Max height 1 metre (3.3 ft.) in sight triangle (9 metres from street intersection).. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 33-2004, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001451", "name": "Casey", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/casey/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/casey/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/casey/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Zoning By-law No. 94-493", "document_number": "94-493", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/casey/fences/bylaw-94-493/", "answer": "In the Township of Casey, Ontario, sight triangle: Fences exceeding 1.0 metre in height above street elevation prohibited in sight triangle.. Source: Zoning By-law No. 94-493, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001452", "name": "Casselman", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/on/casselman/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/casselman/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/casselman/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Fence By-law (Fences Law, Consolidated) 2020-068", "document_number": "2020-068", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/casselman/fences/bylaw-2020-068/", "answer": "The Village of Casselman, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Fence By-law (Fences Law, Consolidated) 2020-068, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001453", "name": "Cavan Monaghan", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/cavan-monaghan/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/cavan-monaghan/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/cavan-monaghan/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Pool By-law 2012-59", "document_number": "2012-59", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/cavan-monaghan/fences/bylaw-2012-59/", "answer": "In the Township of Cavan Monaghan, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum height 1.22 meters (4 feet) or 1.524 meters (5 feet). Gates must be self-closing and self-latching.; prohibited materials: No barbed wire, electrical wiring, sharp projections or any other dangerous characteristics.. Source: Pool By-law 2012-59, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001454", "name": "Central Elgin", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/central-elgin/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/central-elgin/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/central-elgin/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law No. 1906 - Pool Fence By-law", "document_number": "1906", "adopted_date": "2015-09-14", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/central-elgin/fences/bylaw-1906/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Central Elgin, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Completely enclosed by fence not less than 1.2m height. Gates must have self-closing and self-latching devices.. Source: By-law No. 1906 - Pool Fence By-law, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001455", "name": "Central Frontenac", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/central-frontenac/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/central-frontenac/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/central-frontenac/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Zoning By-law No. 2011-52 (consolidated to July 11, 2023)", "document_number": "2011-52", "adopted_date": "2011-10-25", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/central-frontenac/fences/bylaw-2011-52/", "answer": "The Township of Central Frontenac, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Zoning By-law No. 2011-52 (consolidated to July 11, 2023), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001456", "name": "Central Huron", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/central-huron/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/central-huron/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/central-huron/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 25-2008 - Swimming Pool By-law", "document_number": "25-2008", "adopted_date": "2008-06-09", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/central-huron/fences/bylaw-25-2008/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Central Huron, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum height 1.53m (5 feet); self-closing and self-latching gate required.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire, chicken wire, other barbed or sharp material; conductor of electricity.. Source: By-law 25-2008 - Swimming Pool By-law, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001457", "name": "Central Manitoulin", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/central-manitoulin/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/central-manitoulin/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/central-manitoulin/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 2024-12", "document_number": "2024-12", "adopted_date": "2025-08-28", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/central-manitoulin/fences/bylaw-2024-12/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Central Manitoulin, Ontario, pool enclosure: Any swimming pool having a depth of .5 meters or greater shall be enclosed by a fence that measures a minimum of 1.5 meters from the ground, including gates.; sight triangle: On a corner lot, a fence shall not be erected or permitted to grow to a height greater than one (1) metre within the triangular area six (6) metres from street intersection.. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 2024-12, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001458", "name": "Centre Hastings", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/centre-hastings/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/centre-hastings/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/centre-hastings/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 1998-29 - Swimming Pool By-law", "document_number": "1998-29", "adopted_date": "1998-07-29", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/centre-hastings/fences/bylaw-1998-29/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Centre Hastings, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.96 metres; max height front: 1.96 metres; sight triangle: Front yard within 3.05 metres of front lot line shall not exceed .6 metres; prohibited materials: Barbed wire, electric current devices, unfinished materials such as cedar rails. Source: By-law 1992-6 - Fence By-law (Village of Madoc); By-law 1998-29 - Swimming Pool By-law, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001459", "name": "Centre Wellington", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/centre-wellington/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/centre-wellington/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/centre-wellington/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 2018-34 - Fence By-law", "document_number": "2018-34", "adopted_date": "2018-06-25", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/centre-wellington/fences/bylaw-2018-34/", "answer": "In the Township of Centre Wellington, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.5 m (Rear), 2 m (Interior Side); max height front: 1.2 m; pool enclosure: Min height 1.5 m (Single Family) or 1.8 m. Gate self-closing, self-latching, locking.; sight triangle: 9.0 m (arterial) or 7.5 m (local) from intersection. Max height 0.8 m solid, 1.2 m chain link.. Source: By-law 2018-34 - Fence By-law, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001462", "name": "Chapleau", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/chapleau/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/chapleau/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/chapleau/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-Law No. 2022-37 - A By-Law to amend the Township of Chapleau's Approved Zoning By-law 2013-11, as amended, to Regulate Pools", "document_number": "2022-37", "adopted_date": "2022-05-30", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/chapleau/fences/bylaw-2022-37/", "answer": "In the Township of Chapleau, Ontario, pool enclosure: Fence min height 1.5m or 1.8m. Gates self-closing, self-latching, locked. Ladders locked upright.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire prohibited. Electric current prohibited.; max height rear side: 1.8 m; max height front: 1.2 m. Source: By-Law No. 2022-37 - A By-Law to amend the Township of Chapleau's Approved Zoning By-law 2013-11, as amended, to Regulate Pools; Township of Chapleau Zoning By-law 2013-11, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001463", "name": "Chapple", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/chapple/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/chapple/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/chapple/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law 1455", "document_number": "1455", "adopted_date": "2013-10-08", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/chapple/fences/bylaw-1455/", "answer": "In the Township of Chapple, Ontario, pool enclosure: a fence shall be erected in compliance with the Township of Chapple Fence By-law.; sight triangle: within the triangular space included between the street lines for a distance of 6.0 metres from the point of intersection, no building or structure including a fence or sign shall be erected. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law 1455, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001465", "name": "Chatham-Kent", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/chatham-kent/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/chatham-kent/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/chatham-kent/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Swimming Pool Enclosure By-law 125-2008", "document_number": "125-2008", "adopted_date": "2008-05-26", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/chatham-kent/fences/bylaw-125-2008/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Chatham-Kent, Ontario, pool enclosure: entirely enclosed by a fence pursuant to the Municipality of Chatham-Kent Fencing By-law 125-2008 (as amended) or its successor By-law.; sight triangle: No building, structure, fence... exceed 0.76 m in height... within the triangular space... 6.1 m from their point of intersection; permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.5 m height. Gates self-closing, self-latching at top inside, kept locked when unattended.. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law 216-2009; Swimming Pool Enclosure By-law 125-2008, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001466", "name": "Chatsworth", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/chatsworth/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/chatsworth/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/chatsworth/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2025-12", "document_number": "2025-12", "adopted_date": "2025-02-05", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/chatsworth/fences/bylaw-2025-12/", "answer": "In the Township of Chatsworth, Ontario, pool enclosure: fence of at least 1.5 metres in height and located at a distance of not less than 1.5 metres and not more than 4.5 metres from the pool; sight triangle: Fences exceeding 1 metre in height above the elevation of the street line are prohibited.; prohibited materials: Shipping containers shall not be used for fencing.. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2025-12, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001467", "name": "Chisholm", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/chisholm/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/chisholm/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/chisholm/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Zoning By-law 2014-25", "document_number": "2014-25", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/chisholm/fences/bylaw-2014-25/", "answer": "In the Township of Chisholm, Ontario, sight triangle: no building, structure, fence, sign, wall, vegetative planting or landscaped grade may be greater than 1.0 metre in height. Source: Zoning By-law 2014-25, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001468", "name": "Clarence-Rockland", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/clarence-rockland/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/clarence-rockland/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/clarence-rockland/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Swimming Pool By-law 2025-27", "document_number": "2025-27", "adopted_date": "2025-03-19", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/clarence-rockland/fences/bylaw-2025-27/", "answer": "In the City of Clarence-Rockland, Ontario, max height rear side: two hundred and thirteen centimetres (213 cm); max height front: one metre (1 m); sight triangle: no fence greater than 75 cm in height within a visibility triangle formed by measuring 6 m along lot lines; prohibited materials: barbed wire, chicken wire, sharp material, electric current devices, uncoated chain-link on residential. Source: Fence and Privacy Screen By-law 2016-96; Swimming Pool By-law 2025-27, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001470", "name": "Clearview", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/clearview/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/clearview/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/clearview/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Fence and Pool Enclosure By-law 25-20", "document_number": "25-20", "adopted_date": "2025-03-24", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/clearview/fences/bylaw-25-20/", "answer": "In the Township of Clearview, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.29 metres (7.5 feet); max height front: 1.0 metres (3.3. feet); pool enclosure: Minimum 1.2 meters (4feet) height, self-closing and self-latching gate required.; sight triangle: Fence within driveway visibility triangle outer boundaries shall not exceed 1.0 metres (3.3 feet). Source: Fence and Pool Enclosure By-law 25-20, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001471", "name": "Cobalt", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/cobalt/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/cobalt/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/cobalt/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Swimming Pool Fence By-Law 2022-19", "document_number": "2022-19", "adopted_date": "2022-08-16", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/cobalt/fences/bylaw-2022-19/", "answer": "In the Town of Cobalt, Ontario, pool enclosure: Enclosure required not less than 153 centimetres (60 inches) high. Gates must have self-closing and self-latching devices.. Source: Swimming Pool Fence By-Law 2022-19, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001472", "name": "Cobourg", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/cobourg/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/cobourg/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/cobourg/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Fence and Sight Triangle By-law 060-2025", "document_number": "060-2025", "adopted_date": "2025-12-17", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/cobourg/fences/bylaw-060-2025/", "answer": "In the Town of Cobourg, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.8 metres; max height front: 0.75 metres; sight triangle: within a Corner Sight Triangle or a Driveway Sight Triangle shall not exceed 0.75 metres; prohibited materials: electrified; plastic construction fencing (or snow fencing); constructed with razor wire, barbed wire, or sharp projections. Source: Fence and Sight Triangle By-law 060-2025, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001473", "name": "Cochrane", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/cochrane/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/cochrane/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/cochrane/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Fence By-law 1992-82, as amended by 2074-84", "document_number": "1992-82", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/cochrane/fences/bylaw-1992-82/", "answer": "In the Town of Cochrane, Ontario, max height rear side: six (6) feet; max height front: three (3) feet; permit required: True; sight triangle: On corner lots fences located between the front wall of the dwelling or structure and the front property line shall not exceed thirty-six (36) inches in height. Source: Fence By-law 1992-82, as amended by 2074-84, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001474", "name": "Cockburn Island", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/cockburn-island/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/cockburn-island/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/cockburn-island/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Township of Cockburn Island Zoning By-law 2024-05", "document_number": "2024-05", "adopted_date": "2024-10-09", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/cockburn-island/fences/bylaw-2024-05/", "answer": "In the Township of Cockburn Island, Ontario, sight triangle: height greater than 1 m above the grade of the streets that abut the lot within the triangular area for a distance of 6 m from their point of intersection. Source: Township of Cockburn Island Zoning By-law 2024-05, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001476", "name": "Collingwood", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/collingwood/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/collingwood/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/collingwood/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law No. 91-42 - Swimming Pool Enclosure By-law", "document_number": "91-42", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": null, "answer": "In the Town of Collingwood, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.13 metres (7 feet); max height front: 1.0 metres (3.3 feet); sight triangle: 1.0 metres (3.3 feet) when the fence is located along the outer boundaries of the driveway visibility triangle; prohibited materials: Sheet metal, corrugated metal, injurious materials, barbed wire, electric fences.. Source: Fences By-Law No. 2013-046, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001478", "name": "Cornwall", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/cornwall/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/cornwall/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/cornwall/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 040-2008 (as amended) - Fences and Swimming Pool Enclosures", "document_number": "040-2008", "adopted_date": "2008-03-25", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/cornwall/fences/bylaw-040-2008/", "answer": "In the City of Cornwall, Ontario, max height rear side: 76 inches (6' 4\"); max height front: 36 inches (3'-0\"); permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 48 inches (4'-0\") height. Gates require self-closing and self-latching device mounted 60 inches (5'-0\") min above grade.. Source: By-law 040-2008 (as amended) - Fences and Swimming Pool Enclosures, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001479", "name": "Cramahe", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/cramahe/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/cramahe/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/cramahe/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-Law 06-28 - Height and Description of Lawful Fences", "document_number": "06-28", "adopted_date": "2006-04-18", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/cramahe/fences/bylaw-06-28/", "answer": "In the Township of Cramahe, Ontario, max height rear side: 2 meters (6.2 feet); max height front: 2 meters (6.2 feet); sight triangle: No fence shall be constructed with a sight triangle. Source: By-Law 06-28 - Height and Description of Lawful Fences, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001480", "name": "Dawn-Euphemia", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/dawn-euphemia/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/dawn-euphemia/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/dawn-euphemia/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-Law 2026-14 - Fence By-Law", "document_number": "2026-14", "adopted_date": "2026-06-15", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/dawn-euphemia/fences/bylaw-2026-14/", "answer": "In the Township of Dawn-Euphemia, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.5 metres; max height front: 1.1m; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.5 metres height from Grade. Gates self-closing and self-latching. Surrounds entire pool area.; sight triangle: Corner Lot Sight Triangle unobstructed. 6.0m Residential, 7.5m other zones from intersection.. Source: By-Law 2026-14 - Fence By-Law, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001482", "name": "Deep River", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/deep-river/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/deep-river/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/deep-river/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law Number 28-2026 - A By-law to Regulate the Erection and Maintenance of Fences and Enclosures Around Privately Owned Outdoor Swimming Pools in Deep River", "document_number": "28-2026", "adopted_date": "2026-06-24", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/deep-river/fences/bylaw-28-2026/", "answer": "In the Town of Deep River, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Enclosure surrounding pool area required; min height 1.2m; gates self-closing with locking/latching device.; prohibited materials: barbed wire or part having similar dangerous characteristics, nor any device for transmitting an electric current. Source: By-law Number 28-2026 - A By-law to Regulate the Erection and Maintenance of Fences and Enclosures Around Privately Owned Outdoor Swimming Pools in Deep River, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001483", "name": "Deseronto", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/deseronto/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/deseronto/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/deseronto/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Swimming Pool By-Law #28-07", "document_number": "28-07", "adopted_date": "2007-06-12", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/deseronto/fences/bylaw-28-07/", "answer": "In the Town of Deseronto, Ontario, pool enclosure: Enclosure not less than five feet (5') high; gates self-closing with locking and self-latching device.; prohibited materials: No barbed wire or similar dangerous characteristics and no device for projecting an electric current. Source: Swimming Pool By-Law #28-07, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001485", "name": "Dorion", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/dorion/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/dorion/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/dorion/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law 1003-22 (fence/sight-triangle provisions)", "document_number": "1003-22", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/dorion/fences/bylaw-1003-22/", "answer": "In the Township of Dorion, Ontario, sight triangle: within the triangular space included between the street lines for a distance of 6.0 metres from the point of the intersection, no building or structure including a fence or sign shall be erected and no shrubs or foliage shall be planted or maintained more than 0.8 metres in height above the road level. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law 1003-22 (fence/sight-triangle provisions), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001486", "name": "Douro-Dummer", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/douro-dummer/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/douro-dummer/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/douro-dummer/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Swimming Pool By-law 1999-27", "document_number": "1999-27", "adopted_date": "1999-04-06", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/douro-dummer/fences/bylaw-1999-27/", "answer": "In the Township of Douro-Dummer, Ontario, sight triangle: fence exceeds 1 metre in height above the elevation of the street line prohibited; permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum height 1.22m (4ft) or 1.524m (5ft); gates self-closing and self-latching.; prohibited materials: No barbed wire, electrical wiring, sharp projections or dangerous characteristics.. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law (consolidated) - Sight Triangles, s.3.40; Swimming Pool By-law 1999-27, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001487", "name": "Drummond/North Elmsley", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/drummond-north-elmsley/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/drummond-north-elmsley/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/drummond-north-elmsley/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Swimming Pool By-law No. 2026-030", "document_number": "2026-030", "adopted_date": "2026-06-30", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/drummond-north-elmsley/fences/bylaw-2026-030/", "answer": "In the Township of Drummond/North Elmsley, Ontario, pool enclosure: Minimum height of 1.2 meters (4 feet), self-closing and self-latching gate, no openings greater than 100mm (4in), no barbed wire.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire or device to apply an electrical current.; max height rear side: 2 metres; max height front: 1.5 metres. Source: Swimming Pool By-law No. 2026-030; Zoning By-law No. 2012-060 (June 2026 consolidation) - Fences, s.4.36, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001488", "name": "Dryden", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/dryden/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/dryden/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/dryden/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Chapter 234 - Swimming Pool Enclosures", "document_number": "234", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/dryden/fences/chapter-234/", "answer": "In the City of Dryden, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Not less than 1.5 metres (60 inches) in height above grade; gates equipped with self-closing and self-latching devices.; max height rear side: 2.44 metres (eight feet); max height front: 0.91 metres (three feet). Source: Chapter 234 - Swimming Pool Enclosures; Chapter 78 - Fences, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001489", "name": "Dubreuilville", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/dubreuilville/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/dubreuilville/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/dubreuilville/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 2019-60, Establishment of Fences", "document_number": "2019-60", "adopted_date": "2019-11-27", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/dubreuilville/fences/bylaw-2019-60/", "answer": "In the Township of Dubreuilville, Ontario, max height rear side: 2 m [6.56 ft.]; max height front: 1 metre [3.28 ft.]; permit required: True; pool enclosure: Pool area enclosed by fence min. 1.5m high. Gates require self-closing and self-latching devices.. Source: By-law 2019-60, Establishment of Fences, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001491", "name": "Dutton/Dunwich", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/dutton-dunwich/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/dutton-dunwich/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/dutton-dunwich/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Swimming Pool Fence By-law 2017-58", "document_number": "2017-58", "adopted_date": "2017-11-22", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/dutton-dunwich/fences/bylaw-2017-58/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Dutton/Dunwich, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum height 153 centimetres (60 inches), completely enclosed, self-closing and self-latching gate required.. Source: Swimming Pool Fence By-law 2017-58, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001492", "name": "Dysart et al", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/dysart-et-al/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/dysart-et-al/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/dysart-et-al/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2005-120", "document_number": "2005-120", "adopted_date": "2005-12-12", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/dysart-et-al/fences/bylaw-2005-120/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Dysart et al, Ontario, sight triangle: Fence top more than 1 metre above ground level at street line prohibited within sight triangle (except Commercial Zone).. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2005-120, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001494", "name": "East Ferris", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/east-ferris/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/east-ferris/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/east-ferris/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law No. 1280, Fence Privately Owned Swimming Pools", "document_number": "1280", "adopted_date": "1978-09-26", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/east-ferris/fences/bylaw-1280/", "answer": "In the Municipality of East Ferris, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.8 metres (6 feet); permit required: True; sight triangle: triangular space measured along the front yard and the exterior side yard property lines for a distance of 4.5 metres; prohibited materials: barbed wire, electricity or any other material where there is a possibility that it could harm. Source: Property Fence By-law 2016-18, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001495", "name": "East Garafraxa", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/east-garafraxa/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/east-garafraxa/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/east-garafraxa/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 18-2000, Swimming Pool Enclosure By-law", "document_number": "18-2000", "adopted_date": "2000-09-19", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/east-garafraxa/fences/bylaw-18-2000/", "answer": "In the Township of East Garafraxa, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum height 1.5 metres (5 ft.), gate equipped with locks, self-closing and self-latching.; prohibited materials: barbed wire, electrical wiring, sharp projections or any other dangerous characteristics. Source: By-law 18-2000, Swimming Pool Enclosure By-law, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001496", "name": "East Gwillimbury", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/east-gwillimbury/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/east-gwillimbury/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/east-gwillimbury/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Pool Enclosure By-law 2019-131", "document_number": "2019-131", "adopted_date": "2019-11-05", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/east-gwillimbury/fences/bylaw-2019-131/", "answer": "In the Town of East Gwillimbury, Ontario, max height rear side: 2 metres (6.6 feet); max height front: 0.9 metres (3 feet), except a chain link Fence which shall not exceed a Height of 1.2 metres (4 feet); sight triangle: No Person shall Erect a Fence within a Sight Triangle formed by measuring five metres (5m) along the Lot Lines; prohibited materials: Barbed wire, razor wire, sharp projections, sheet metal, corrugated metal, chicken wire, electrical conductors. Source: Fence By-law 2019-130; Pool Enclosure By-law 2019-131, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001497", "name": "East Hawkesbury", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/east-hawkesbury/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/east-hawkesbury/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/east-hawkesbury/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Pool By-law 2015-27", "document_number": "2015-27", "adopted_date": "2015-03-09", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/east-hawkesbury/fences/bylaw-2015-27/", "answer": "In the Township of East Hawkesbury, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.15 meters (7ft); max height front: 2.15 meters (7ft); sight triangle: No fence or hedge shall be permitted that obscures a clear view at street intersections; prohibited materials: barbed wire or device for projecting electric current. Source: Fence By-law 2024-49; Pool By-law 2015-27, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001498", "name": "East Zorra-Tavistock", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/east-zorra-tavistock/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/east-zorra-tavistock/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/east-zorra-tavistock/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Pool Fencing By-law 2008-24", "document_number": "2008-24", "adopted_date": "2008-05-21", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/east-zorra-tavistock/fences/bylaw-2008-24/", "answer": "In the Township of East Zorra-Tavistock, Ontario, pool enclosure: At least 4 feet high, gate with self-closing and self-latching device, lock 4 feet from ground.. Source: Pool Fencing By-law 2008-24, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001499", "name": "Edwardsburgh/Cardinal", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/edwardsburgh-cardinal/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/edwardsburgh-cardinal/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/edwardsburgh-cardinal/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law to Regulate the Erection, Height and Maintenance of Boundary Fences 2022-41", "document_number": "2022-41", "adopted_date": "2022-06-27", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/edwardsburgh-cardinal/fences/bylaw-2022-41/", "answer": "In the Township of Edwardsburgh/Cardinal, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.83 m (6 ft); max height front: 0.91 m (3 ft); prohibited materials: Barbed wire, spire tips, sharp objects, electrically charged fence~. Source: By-law to Regulate the Erection, Height and Maintenance of Boundary Fences 2022-41, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001501", "name": "Elizabethtown-Kitley", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/elizabethtown-kitley/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/elizabethtown-kitley/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/elizabethtown-kitley/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 01-14 - A By-law to Regulate Outdoor Swimming Pools", "document_number": "01-14", "adopted_date": "2001-02-13", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/elizabethtown-kitley/fences/bylaw-01-14/", "answer": "In the Township of Elizabethtown-Kitley, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.2 m (4 feet) height. Gates self-closing, self-latching device placed at top inside, minimum 1 m above grade.; prohibited materials: have no barbed wire or similar dangerous characteristics and shall have no device for projecting an electric current; sight triangle: A fence or any vegetation of a height which is more than 1 m above the elevation of the centrelines of abutting streets. Source: By-law 01-14 - A By-law to Regulate Outdoor Swimming Pools; Zoning By-law No. 13-21 (October 2022 Office Consolidation), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001502", "name": "Elliot Lake", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/elliot-lake/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/elliot-lake/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/elliot-lake/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Swimming Pool By-law 24-28", "document_number": "24-28", "adopted_date": "2024-04-08", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/elliot-lake/fences/bylaw-24-28/", "answer": "In the City of Elliot Lake, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.5 m height completely surrounding pool; gates self-closing, self-latching, spring-loaded with lock at top of gate.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire or device producing electric current prohibited from fence or gate.; max height rear side: 1.9 m (R1, R1M, R2, R2M Zones); 2.44 m (all other zones). Source: Swimming Pool By-law 24-28; Zoning By-law 18-36 (Consolidated), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001503", "name": "Emo", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/emo/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/emo/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/emo/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Fence By-law No. 2007-36", "document_number": "2007-36", "adopted_date": "2007-10-16", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/emo/fences/bylaw-2007-36/", "answer": "In the Township of Emo, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.1 m; pool enclosure: Pool fence min. 1.4 m; gates min. 1.5 m, self-closing with auto-latch; hot tubs require locked cover or 1.5 m fence; sight triangle: No fence higher than 76.2 cm, as measured from the centreline of the road, within the daylighting triangle formed by two street lines 9 m from their intersection, per Schedule \"A\"; prohibited materials: Barbed wire prohibited; snow fencing prohibited as permanent residential fence; electric devices prohibited except agricultural farm fences. Source: Fence By-law No. 2007-36, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001504", "name": "Englehart", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/englehart/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/englehart/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/englehart/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Town of Englehart Zoning By-law (Swimming Pool provisions, s.4.1.2)", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/englehart/fences/town-of-englehart-zoning-by-law/", "answer": "In the Town of Englehart, Ontario, pool enclosure: Min. 1.5 m enclosure fence required; self-closing, self-latching gate at top on pool side; above-ground pool: combined wall/fence totaling 1.8 m satisfies requirement.; sight triangle: Fences prohibited within sight triangle; 5 m distance in residential/other zones, 15 m in commercial/industrial zones, 45 m at railway grade crossings.. Source: Town of Englehart Zoning By-law (Swimming Pool provisions, s.4.1.2), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001505", "name": "Enniskillen", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/enniskillen/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/enniskillen/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/enniskillen/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Enniskillen Comprehensive Zoning By-law 58 of 2015 (February 2026 Office Consolidation)", "document_number": "58", "adopted_date": "2015-09-22", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/enniskillen/fences/bylaw-58/", "answer": "In the Township of Enniskillen, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.5 metres; max height front: 1.1m; sight triangle: Fences within Sight Triangle prohibited if top exceeds adjoining street centreline elevation by more than 1 metre. Source: Enniskillen Comprehensive Zoning By-law 58 of 2015 (February 2026 Office Consolidation), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001506", "name": "Erin", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/erin/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/erin/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/erin/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Pool Enclosure By-law 09-14", "document_number": "09-14", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/erin/fences/bylaw-09-14/", "answer": "In the Town of Erin, Ontario, max height rear side: 2 metres; max height front: 1.2 metres; pool enclosure: Pool enclosures exempt from this By-law except s. 4(c) and s. 5; regulated by Pool Enclosures By-law 09-14.; sight triangle: No person shall erect or plant a fence or privacy screen in a sight triangle (4.5 m along frontage/flankage) or driveway sight triangle (2 m along frontage/lot boundary).. Source: Fence By-law 10-52; Pool Enclosure By-law 09-14, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001507", "name": "Espanola", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/espanola/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/espanola/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/espanola/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 3022/21 (Sight Triangles, s.3.28)", "document_number": "3022/21", "adopted_date": "2021-06-08", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/espanola/fences/bylaw-3022-21/", "answer": "In the Town of Espanola, Ontario, sight triangle: Within the sight triangle (triangular space formed by corner-lot street lines with each leg measured 6.0 m from the point of intersection), fences whose top exceeds 1.0 m above the elevation of the centrelines of abutting streets are prohibited.. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 3022/21 (Sight Triangles, s.3.28), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001508", "name": "Essa", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/essa/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/essa/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/essa/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 2017-40 (Fence Height and Description)", "document_number": "2017-40", "adopted_date": "2017-07-05", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/essa/fences/bylaw-2017-40/", "answer": "In the Township of Essa, Ontario, max height rear side: 2 metres (6.6 feet); max height front: less than 1.2 metres (4 feet); permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.2 m (4 ft) height, completely enclosing pool on all sides; gate must have self-closing device and secure lock or latch out of reach of small children.. Source: By-law 2017-40 (Fence Height and Description), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001509", "name": "Essex", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/essex/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/essex/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/essex/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Pool Fences By-law Number 314", "document_number": "314", "adopted_date": "2001-06-04", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/essex/fences/bylaw-314/", "answer": "In the Town of Essex, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.8 m; max height front: 1.2 m; permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum height measured at outside wall; 1.5 m separation required from climbable structures or embankments.. Source: By-law Number 384 (Fences); Pool Fences By-law Number 314, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001511", "name": "Evanturel", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/evanturel/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/evanturel/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/evanturel/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Township of Evanturel Zoning By-law (2013-04)", "document_number": "2013-04", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/evanturel/fences/bylaw-2013-04/", "answer": "In the Township of Evanturel, Ontario, sight triangle: Fences prohibited within sight triangle; 5 m distance in all non-commercial/industrial zones, 15 m in commercial and industrial zones.. Source: Township of Evanturel Zoning By-law (2013-04), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001512", "name": "Faraday", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/faraday/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/faraday/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/faraday/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law 21-2012", "document_number": "21-2012", "adopted_date": "2012-06-06", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/faraday/fences/bylaw-21-2012/", "answer": "In the Township of Faraday, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.8 m; max height front: 1.8 m; sight triangle: Corner lot: within 9 m street-line triangle, no fence >1 m above centreline of adjacent road.; prohibited materials: wooden lattice work or snow fencing. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law 21-2012, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001514", "name": "Fort Erie", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/fort-erie/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/fort-erie/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/fort-erie/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Swimming Pool By-law 149-08", "document_number": "149-08", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/fort-erie/fences/bylaw-149-08/", "answer": "In the Town of Fort Erie, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.3 metres; max height front: 1.0 metre (closed construction); 1.25 metres (open construction); sight triangle: No fence permitted within the sight triangle (4.5 metres from intersection along street lines); prohibited materials: barbed wire (except rural/agricultural/qualifying industrial), electric fence (except agricultural/rural), used vehicle tires, sheet metal, sharp materials. Source: Fence By-law 71-2016; Swimming Pool By-law 149-08, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001515", "name": "Fort Frances", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/fort-frances/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/fort-frances/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/fort-frances/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law 93-25", "document_number": "93-25", "adopted_date": "2025-12-08", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/fort-frances/fences/bylaw-93-25/", "answer": "In the Town of Fort Frances, Ontario, pool enclosure: enclosed by a fence, wall, or combination, at least 1.5 m in height; sight triangle: triangular space formed by street lines, each point 6.0 m from intersection; no building obstructing driver vision permitted. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law 93-25, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001516", "name": "French River", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/french-river/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/french-river/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/french-river/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Pool Fencing By-law 2001-13", "document_number": "2001-13", "adopted_date": "2001-06-20", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/french-river/fences/bylaw-2001-13/", "answer": "In the Municipality of French River, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.13 metres (7 feet); max height front: 1.2 metres (4 feet); pool enclosure: Pool fences must comply with Swimming Pool Fence By-Law 2001-13 or any replacing version.; sight triangle: No fence shall obscure clear view within sight triangle as per Municipality's Zoning By-Law. Source: Fence By-law 2009-45; Pool Fencing By-law 2001-13, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001517", "name": "Front of Yonge", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/front-of-yonge/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/front-of-yonge/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/front-of-yonge/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law # 15-06 — Swimming Pool Enclosures By-law", "document_number": "15-06", "adopted_date": "2006-07-10", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/front-of-yonge/fences/bylaw-15-06/", "answer": "In the Township of Front of Yonge, Ontario, max height rear side: 6 feet; max height front: 6 feet; sight triangle: corner lot triangle formed by 25 feet from street intersection, max height 2.5 feet; prohibited materials: electric fences and barbed wire fences. Source: A By-law to Prescribe the Height and Description of Lawful Fences in the Hamlet of Mallorytown; By-law # 15-06 — Swimming Pool Enclosures By-law, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001519", "name": "Frontenac Islands", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/frontenac-islands/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/frontenac-islands/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/frontenac-islands/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Fences By-law No. 13-2012", "document_number": "13-2012", "adopted_date": "2015-11-09", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/frontenac-islands/fences/bylaw-13-2012/", "answer": "In the Township of Frontenac Islands, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.13 m (7 feet); max height front: 0.9 m (3 feet); sight triangle: No fence within a sight triangle shall exceed 0.9 m (3 feet); triangle measured 7.5 m (residential) or 15.0 m (non-residential) from intersection along each street line.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire, cable, hazardous material (residential zones); plywood, scrap metal; electrical fences except lawful agricultural DC use.. Source: Fences By-law No. 13-2012, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001520", "name": "Gananoque", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/gananoque/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/gananoque/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/gananoque/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 2011-75 to Regulate Fences Around Privately Owned Swimming Pools (Pool Bylaw)", "document_number": "2011-75", "adopted_date": "2011-09-06", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/gananoque/fences/bylaw-2011-75/", "answer": "The Town of Gananoque, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: By-law 2011-75 to Regulate Fences Around Privately Owned Swimming Pools (Pool Bylaw), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001522", "name": "Georgian Bay", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/georgian-bay/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/georgian-bay/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/georgian-bay/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Swimming Pool Fence By-Law No. 2007-29", "document_number": "2007-29", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/georgian-bay/fences/bylaw-2007-29/", "answer": "In the Township of Georgian Bay, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum height 1.52 m (4 ft); gates self-closing and self-latching, locked at all times when owner not supervising.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire and electrical current strictly prohibited; lattice work prohibited.. Source: Swimming Pool Fence By-Law No. 2007-29, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001524", "name": "Georgina", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/georgina/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/georgina/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/georgina/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 2026-0058 (BU-1) - Building By-law and Swimming Pool Enclosures", "document_number": "2026-0058", "adopted_date": "2026-06-17", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/georgina/fences/bylaw-2026-0058/", "answer": "In the Town of Georgina, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.2 m high (1.8 m for multiple residential/non-residential); gate self-closing and self-latching on inside, not less than 1.2 m above grade.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire or sharp materials; devices conducting electrical current through fence prohibited.. Source: By-law 2026-0058 (BU-1) - Building By-law and Swimming Pool Enclosures, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001526", "name": "Goderich", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/goderich/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/goderich/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/goderich/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 120 of 2023 (amends By-law 36 of 1994) - Pool Fence By-Law", "document_number": "120", "adopted_date": "2023-11-06", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/goderich/fences/bylaw-120/", "answer": "In the Town of Goderich, Ontario, max height front: 1.30m; permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.50m high fence, openings ≤100mm, self-locking latch on gate inaccessible to small children; no climbable exterior attachments.; sight triangle: No fence within 9 meters of the intersection of intersecting property lines on a corner lot.. Source: By-law 120 of 2023 (amends By-law 36 of 1994) - Pool Fence By-Law, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001527", "name": "Gordon/Barrie Island", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/gordon-barrie-island/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/gordon-barrie-island/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/gordon-barrie-island/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Zoning By-law 2022-016 (As Adopted)", "document_number": "2022-016", "adopted_date": "2022-11-01", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/gordon-barrie-island/fences/bylaw-2022-016/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Gordon/Barrie Island, Ontario, sight triangle: On a corner lot, no fence shall exceed 1 m in height within 6 m of the street intersection.. Source: Zoning By-law 2022-016 (As Adopted), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001528", "name": "Gore Bay", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/gore-bay/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/gore-bay/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/gore-bay/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law No. 2025-09 - Erect and Regulate Fences", "document_number": "2025-09", "adopted_date": "2025-04-14", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/gore-bay/fences/bylaw-2025-09/", "answer": "In the Town of Gore Bay, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.1 m (1.5 m + up to 0.6 m additional); max height front: 1.5 metres (5 feet); permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.2 m (4 ft) height; self-closing and self-latching gate on pool side at top.. Source: By-law No. 2025-09 - Erect and Regulate Fences, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001529", "name": "Grand Valley", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/grand-valley/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/grand-valley/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/grand-valley/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 2020-31 - Fence and Pool Enclosure By-law (Consolidated July 2022)", "document_number": "2020-31", "adopted_date": "2020-08-11", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/grand-valley/fences/bylaw-2020-31/", "answer": "In the Town of Grand Valley, Ontario, max height rear side: 2 m; permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.5 m height; self-closing, self-latching gate locked when unsupervised; Building Permit required under Ontario Building Code.; sight triangle: No fence shall encroach onto applicable sight triangles; driveway sight triangles formed by measuring 4.5 m up driveway and 4.5 m down lot line abutting right-of-way.. Source: By-law 2020-31 - Fence and Pool Enclosure By-law (Consolidated July 2022), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001530", "name": "Gravenhurst", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/gravenhurst/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/gravenhurst/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/gravenhurst/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2010-04 (Updated to April 2026)", "document_number": "2010-04", "adopted_date": "2010-04-20", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/gravenhurst/fences/bylaw-2010-04/", "answer": "In the Town of Gravenhurst, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.0 m; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.5 m high; bottom clearance not more than 8.0 cm; not closer than 1.5 m to pool edge; all gates self-closing and lockable; sight triangle: No obstruction to visibility permitted within a corner visibility triangle; fence max 1.0 m within 15.0 m of front lot line where lot abuts Hwy 11, District Rd 169, or is within a corner visibility triangle. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2010-04 (Updated to April 2026), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001531", "name": "Greater Madawaska", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/greater-madawaska/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/greater-madawaska/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/greater-madawaska/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-Law 51-2023 - Being a By-Law of the Corporation of the Township of Greater Madawaska to regulate the fencing, care, and operation of privately owned swimming pools", "document_number": "51-2023", "adopted_date": "2023-09-21", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/greater-madawaska/fences/bylaw-51-2023/", "answer": "In the Township of Greater Madawaska, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.5 m (5 feet) height; gates self-closing and self-latching, placed at top and inside of gate.; prohibited materials: No barbed wire nor device for projecting an electric current.. Source: By-Law 51-2023 - Being a By-Law of the Corporation of the Township of Greater Madawaska to regulate the fencing, care, and operation of privately owned swimming pools, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001532", "name": "Greater Napanee", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/greater-napanee/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/greater-napanee/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/greater-napanee/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Zoning By-law 02-22, Section 4 - General Provisions (Sight Triangles / Swimming Pools)", "document_number": "02-22", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/greater-napanee/fences/bylaw-02-22/", "answer": "In the Town of Greater Napanee, Ontario, sight triangle: Fences and vegetation exceeding 1.0 m above street line elevation are prohibited within a sight triangle.. Source: Zoning By-law 02-22, Section 4 - General Provisions (Sight Triangles / Swimming Pools), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001533", "name": "Greater Sudbury", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/greater-sudbury/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/greater-sudbury/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/greater-sudbury/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 2016-91 - Outdoor Swimming Pool Enclosures", "document_number": "2016-91", "adopted_date": "2016-05-31", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/greater-sudbury/fences/bylaw-2016-91/", "answer": "In the City of Greater Sudbury, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.2 m height, completely surrounds pool area, self-closing/self-latching gate at least 1067 mm above bottom, gate equipped with lock; prohibited materials: Barbed wire, chicken wire, other barbed or sharp material, basket weave or lattice, hedge or bush, overhead garage door. Source: By-law 2016-91 - Outdoor Swimming Pool Enclosures, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001534", "name": "Greenstone", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/greenstone/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/greenstone/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/greenstone/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 23-77 - A by-law to adopt a comprehensive Zoning By-law for the Corporation of the Municipality of Greenstone", "document_number": "23-77", "adopted_date": "2023-11-27", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/greenstone/fences/bylaw-23-77/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Greenstone, Ontario, sight triangle: Triangular space at corner lot, free of buildings, structures and obstructions, including vegetation; specific distances in s. 4.26 not included in transcript excerpt.. Source: By-law 23-77 - A by-law to adopt a comprehensive Zoning By-law for the Corporation of the Municipality of Greenstone, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001536", "name": "Grey Highlands", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/grey-highlands/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/grey-highlands/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/grey-highlands/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2004-50, Sections 5.7 (Swimming Pools) & 5.10(b) (Fence Height)", "document_number": "2004-50", "adopted_date": "2005-10-24", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/grey-highlands/fences/bylaw-2004-50/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Grey Highlands, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.8 m; permit required: False; pool enclosure: Every swimming pool enclosed by fence with lockable gate, minimum 1.5 m above average grade level, per all Municipal By-laws; sight triangle: Triangular space 9 m from intersection of street lines on corner lot; fences/vegetation exceeding 1 m above street-line elevation prohibited within. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2004-50, Sections 5.7 (Swimming Pools) & 5.10(b) (Fence Height), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001537", "name": "Grimsby", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/grimsby/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/grimsby/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/grimsby/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Pool Enclosure By-law 08-59 (amended by By-law 17-44)", "document_number": "08-59", "adopted_date": "2008-07-21", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/grimsby/fences/bylaw-08-59/", "answer": "In the Town of Grimsby, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.5 m (4 ft 11 in) height from effective ground level; gates self-closing and self-latching, latch on pool side.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire, electrification, or other features designed to cause injury.; max height rear side: 2 m. Source: Pool Enclosure By-law 08-59 (amended by By-law 17-44); Zoning By-law 14-45, Section 4.36 (Residential Fence Height) & Section 4.10 (Swimming Pools), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001538", "name": "Guelph", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/guelph/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/guelph/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/guelph/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "City of Guelph Zoning By-law (2023) - Section 4.16 Fences", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/guelph/fences/city-of-guelph-zoning-by-law-section-4-16-fences/", "answer": "In the City of Guelph, Ontario, max height rear side: rear yard: 2.5 m; interior side yard: 1.9 m (residential zones); rear yard: 1.8 m (other zones per s. 4.16.5); max height front: 0.8 m (residential zones and other zones); sight triangle: Corner lot sight triangle formed by 9 m from point of intersection along each street line; fence within triangle must not exceed 0.8 m above level of travelled portion of abutting streets. Source: City of Guelph Zoning By-law (2023) - Section 4.16 Fences, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001539", "name": "Guelph/Eramosa", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/guelph-eramosa/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/guelph-eramosa/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/guelph-eramosa/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Fence By-law 47/2023 (A By-law to Regulate Fences and Swimming Pool Enclosures)", "document_number": "47/2023", "adopted_date": "2023-10-02", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/guelph-eramosa/fences/bylaw-47-2023/", "answer": "In the Township of Guelph/Eramosa, Ontario, max height rear side: Rear yard: 2.5 m (8 ft 2 inches); interior side yard: 1.9 m (6 ft 2 inches); max height front: 1.07 m (3 ft 6 inches); permit required: False; pool enclosure: Min. 1.5 m (single-family residential) or 1.8 m (all other properties); gates self-closing, self-latching at ≥1.5 m height; permit required before excavation. Source: Fence By-law 47/2023 (A By-law to Regulate Fences and Swimming Pool Enclosures), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001540", "name": "Haldimand", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/haldimand/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/haldimand/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/haldimand/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Swimming Pool Enclosure By-law 989/09", "document_number": "989/09", "adopted_date": "2009-03-09", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/haldimand/fences/bylaw-989-09/", "answer": "In the City of Haldimand, Ontario, max height rear side: 2 metres (6 feet, 6 inches); max height front: 0.9 metres (3 feet); Open Type Construction permitted up to 1.2 metres (4 feet); sight triangle: Max 0.75 metres (2 feet, 6 inches) within Corner Sight Triangle (triangular area, each leg 3.0 metres from Street Line intersection); prohibited materials: Electrified fences, razor wire, barbed wire, sharp projections, tires; sheet metal or corrugated metal panels (residential zones). Source: Fence By-law 2217-20; Swimming Pool Enclosure By-law 989/09, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001542", "name": "Halton Hills", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/halton-hills/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/halton-hills/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/halton-hills/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Pool Enclosures By-law 2009-0028 (Consolidated)", "document_number": "2009-0028", "adopted_date": "2009-04-27", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/halton-hills/fences/bylaw-2009-0028/", "answer": "In the Town of Halton Hills, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.13 metres (7 feet); max height front: 0.9 metres (3 feet); sight triangle: No fence within a Sight Triangle greater than 0.9 metres (3 feet); open type construction fence max 1.71 metres (5 feet 6 inches); prohibited materials: Plywood, scrap metal, barbed wire, chicken wire, wire or cable in Residential Zone. Source: Fence By-law 2002-0060 (Office Consolidation, incl. 2026-0031 amendment); Pool Enclosures By-law 2009-0028 (Consolidated), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001543", "name": "Hamilton", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/hamilton-city/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/hamilton-city/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/hamilton-city/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Pool Enclosure By-law 16-184 (Office Consolidation, January 2023)", "document_number": "16-184", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/hamilton-city/fences/bylaw-16-184/", "answer": "In the City of Hamilton, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.0m (up to 2.4m under specific setback conditions); max height front: 0.9m within 3.0m of a front lot line; sight triangle: Maximum 0.9m within a corner visibility triangle (5.4m from intersection) or driveway visibility triangle (2.7m from intersection); prohibited materials: Sheet metal or corrugated metal panels (residential zones); barbed wire; electric fences. Source: Fence By-Law 10-142 (Consolidated); Pool Enclosure By-law 16-184 (Office Consolidation, January 2023), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001544", "name": "Hamilton", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/hamilton-township/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/hamilton-township/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/hamilton-township/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law Number 2026-20, Pool Enclosure By-law", "document_number": "2026-20", "adopted_date": "2026-04-21", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/hamilton-township/fences/bylaw-2026-20/", "answer": "In the Township of Hamilton, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Enclosure must be at least 1.5 m high, fence not closer than 1.2 m from pool, gates self-closing with self-latching devices at top.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire, electric wire, or material with similar dangerous characteristics; wood lattice prohibited.. Source: By-law Number 2026-20, Pool Enclosure By-law, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001545", "name": "Hanover", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/hanover/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/hanover/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/hanover/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Fence By-law 3298-24, as amended by By-law 3400-26", "document_number": "3298-24", "adopted_date": "2024-03-18", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/hanover/fences/bylaw-3298-24/", "answer": "In the Town of Hanover, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.0 m; max height front: 2.0 m; pool enclosure: Fence not less than 1.5 m high; gates 1.5 m high, equipped with lock, kept secured when pool not in use; sight triangle: No fence exceeding 0.9 metres in height within any corner visibility triangle or driveway visibility triangle. Source: Fence By-law 3298-24, as amended by By-law 3400-26, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001546", "name": "Harley", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/harley/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/harley/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/harley/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Township of Harley Zoning By-Law 2004-22", "document_number": "2004-22", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/harley/fences/bylaw-2004-22/", "answer": "In the Township of Harley, Ontario, sight triangle: Within sight triangle (9.0 m from intersection), fence top exceeding 1.0 m above street elevation prohibited.. Source: Township of Harley Zoning By-Law 2004-22, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001549", "name": "Hastings Highlands", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/hastings-highlands/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/hastings-highlands/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/hastings-highlands/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw 2004-035 (Office Consolidation as of December 2023)", "document_number": "2004-035", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/hastings-highlands/fences/bylaw-2004-035/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Hastings Highlands, Ontario, pool enclosure: Fence at least 1.52 m (5.0 ft.) high, not more than 4.5 m (14.8 ft.) from pool; above-ground pools enclosed by fence as standard equipment or equivalent.; sight triangle: 9 metres along each street line from intersection point; fences/walls max 1 metre (3.3 ft.) above centre line of adjacent road.. Source: Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw 2004-035 (Office Consolidation as of December 2023), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001550", "name": "Havelock-Belmont-Methuen", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/havelock-belmont-methuen/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/havelock-belmont-methuen/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/havelock-belmont-methuen/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law (office consolidation of By-law 1995-42, amendments to and including By-law 2025-046, consolidated July 2025)", "document_number": "1995-42", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/havelock-belmont-methuen/fences/bylaw-1995-42/", "answer": "In the Township of Havelock-Belmont-Methuen, Ontario, pool enclosure: All swimming pools shall be enclosed with proper fencing and accessed via a self-enclosing gate.; sight triangle: Within sight triangle (9 m from street-line intersection), fences whose top exceeds 1 metre (3.3 feet) above centreline elevation are prohibited.. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law (office consolidation of By-law 1995-42, amendments to and including By-law 2025-046, consolidated July 2025), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001551", "name": "Hawkesbury", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/hawkesbury/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/hawkesbury/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/hawkesbury/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law N° 35-2013 respecting the erection and maintenance of Fences including Swimming Pool Fences", "document_number": "35-2013", "adopted_date": "2013-06-10", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/hawkesbury/fences/bylaw-35-2013/", "answer": "In the Town of Hawkesbury, Ontario, max height rear side: 2 metres; max height front: 1 metre; permit required: True; pool enclosure: In-ground pool fence min 1.52m (5 ft); above-ground min 1.22m (4 ft); self-closing, self-latching gates locked when not in active use.. Source: By-law N° 35-2013 respecting the erection and maintenance of Fences including Swimming Pool Fences, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001553", "name": "Hearst", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/hearst/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/hearst/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/hearst/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Zoning By-law No. 76-19 (Consolidated) - pool enclosure & fences", "document_number": "76-19", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/hearst/fences/bylaw-76-19/", "answer": "In the Town of Hearst, Ontario, pool enclosure: Pool must be entirely enclosed by fence minimum 1.83 m high; access only through gate of same height, lockable outside or secured from inside.; sight triangle: On corner lots in Residential Zones, no fence within triangular space formed by street lines 6.0 m from their intersection that would obstruct vehicular traffic vision.. Source: Zoning By-law No. 76-19 (Consolidated) - pool enclosure & fences, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001556", "name": "Hilton", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/hilton/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/hilton/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/hilton/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 1025-11 - fence definition & sight triangle", "document_number": "1025-11", "adopted_date": "2011-08-03", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/hilton/fences/bylaw-1025-11/", "answer": "In the Township of Hilton, Ontario, sight triangle: triangular space formed by street lines, each point being 9 metres from intersection; 15.0 metres on Provincial Roads. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 1025-11 - fence definition & sight triangle, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001557", "name": "Hilton Beach", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/on/hilton-beach/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/hilton-beach/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/hilton-beach/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law #432, Restricted Area (Zoning) By-law - Section 3.3.5 Fences and Hedges", "document_number": "432", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/hilton-beach/fences/bylaw-432/", "answer": "In the Village of Hilton Beach, Ontario, max height rear side: 10 feet; max height front: 3 feet; sight triangle: Corner lot front yard fences max 3 feet; rural zone exempt if open construction so as not to prevent a view of oncoming traffic. Source: By-law #432, Restricted Area (Zoning) By-law - Section 3.3.5 Fences and Hedges, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001559", "name": "Horton", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/horton/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/horton/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/horton/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Security of Privately Owned Swimming Pool By-law (85-19)", "document_number": "85-19", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/horton/fences/bylaw-85-19/", "answer": "The Township of Horton, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Security of Privately Owned Swimming Pool By-law (85-19), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001561", "name": "Hudson", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/hudson/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/hudson/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/hudson/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "The Corporation of the Township of Hudson Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 97-09 (bundled with amending by-laws, including 2001-12 and 2003-13) - Section 3(20) Sight Triangles", "document_number": "97-09", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/hudson/fences/bylaw-97-09/", "answer": "In the Township of Hudson, Ontario, sight triangle: Within any sight triangle (10.0 m from street-line intersection), a fence, hedge, bush or other vegetation exceeding 1.0 m above street elevation is prohibited.. Source: The Corporation of the Township of Hudson Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 97-09 (bundled with amending by-laws, including 2001-12 and 2003-13) - Section 3(20) Sight Triangles, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001562", "name": "Huntsville", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/huntsville/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/huntsville/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/huntsville/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law No. 2007-127 of the Corporation of the Town of Huntsville, Being a By-law to Regulate Pool Enclosures within the Town of Huntsville", "document_number": "2007-127", "adopted_date": "2007-12-18", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/huntsville/fences/bylaw-2007-127/", "answer": "In the Town of Huntsville, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 4 ft high (measured from outside); gates must have self-closing device, self-latching device ≥4 ft above grade, and lock.. Source: By-law No. 2007-127 of the Corporation of the Town of Huntsville, Being a By-law to Regulate Pool Enclosures within the Town of Huntsville, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001564", "name": "Huron East", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/huron-east/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/huron-east/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/huron-east/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Swimming Pool Fence By-law No. 75 for 2001", "document_number": "75", "adopted_date": "2001-06-03", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/huron-east/fences/bylaw-75/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Huron East, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Swimming pool fence must extend to minimum 153 cm (60 inches), with self-closing and self-latching gate.. Source: Swimming Pool Fence By-law No. 75 for 2001, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001565", "name": "Huron Shores", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/huron-shores/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/huron-shores/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/huron-shores/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Huron Shores Comprehensive Zoning By-law 26-10 (Office Consolidation, updated May 27, 2026)", "document_number": "26-10", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/huron-shores/fences/bylaw-26-10/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Huron Shores, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.8 m; max height front: 0.9 m within 3 m of a public road; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.5 m height fence, self-latching gate required; above-ground pool walls may count toward 1.5 m total provided self-latching gate installed; sight triangle: No fence exceeding 0.75 m above established grade within 6 m of intersecting lot lines abutting a street intersection or railway crossing. Source: Huron Shores Comprehensive Zoning By-law 26-10 (Office Consolidation, updated May 27, 2026), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001566", "name": "Huron-Kinloss", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/huron-kinloss/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/huron-kinloss/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/huron-kinloss/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Swimming Pool Fence By-law 2000-55", "document_number": "2000-55", "adopted_date": "2000-07-17", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/huron-kinloss/fences/bylaw-2000-55/", "answer": "In the Township of Huron-Kinloss, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Pool must be enclosed by fence not less than 153 cm (60 inches) high; all gates equipped with self-closing and self-latching device.; sight triangle: Corner lots: no fence shall obstruct vision between 0.5 m and 3.0 m above grade within 7.5 m of each intersecting street line.. Source: Swimming Pool Fence By-law 2000-55; Township of Huron-Kinloss Zoning By-law #2018-98 (Office Consolidation, May 2026), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001568", "name": "Ingersoll", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/ingersoll/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/ingersoll/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/ingersoll/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Swimming Pool Fence By-law 07-4375", "document_number": "07-4375", "adopted_date": "2007-08-13", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/ingersoll/fences/bylaw-07-4375/", "answer": "In the Town of Ingersoll, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.13 metres (7 feet); max height front: 0.6 metres (2 feet); sight triangle: No fence shall exceed 0.6 metres (2 feet) in height within a corner visibility triangle or driveway visibility triangle.; prohibited materials: Sheet metal, corrugated metal, barbed wire, tarpaulin, plastic, canvas, electric fence (non-agricultural). Source: Property Boundary Fence By-law 13-4720; Swimming Pool Fence By-law 07-4375, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001569", "name": "Innisfil", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/innisfil/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/innisfil/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/innisfil/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Consolidated Fence By-Law 075-22", "document_number": "075-22", "adopted_date": "2022-06-22", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/innisfil/fences/bylaw-075-22/", "answer": "In the Town of Innisfil, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.82 metres (6 feet); max height front: 0.9 metres (3 feet); permit required: True; pool enclosure: Fence minimum 1.2 m (4 ft) height; self-closing/self-latching gate with lock at top inside; pool fence setback 1.2 m from pool.. Source: Consolidated Fence By-Law 075-22, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001570", "name": "Iroquois Falls", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/iroquois-falls/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/iroquois-falls/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/iroquois-falls/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Zoning By-law 3710/23", "document_number": "3710/23", "adopted_date": "2023-01-16", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/iroquois-falls/fences/bylaw-3710-23/", "answer": "In the Town of Iroquois Falls, Ontario, sight triangle: buildings, structures, fences or vegetation exceeding 0.6 m above centrelines of abutting streets prohibited. Source: Zoning By-law 3710/23, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001572", "name": "Jocelyn", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/jocelyn/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/jocelyn/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/jocelyn/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Zoning By-law No. 699", "document_number": "699", "adopted_date": "1979-06-04", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/jocelyn/fences/bylaw-699/", "answer": "In the Township of Jocelyn, Ontario, max height rear side: 10 feet; max height front: 3 feet (corner lots only); sight triangle: Fences/hedges on any corner lot shall not exceed 3 feet in height above adjoining street surface when in the required front yard area. Source: Zoning By-law No. 699, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001573", "name": "Johnson", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/johnson/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/johnson/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/johnson/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Township of Johnson Zoning By-law 91-219 (Consolidation)", "document_number": "91-219", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/johnson/fences/bylaw-91-219/", "answer": "In the Township of Johnson, Ontario, pool enclosure: Open pool areas totally enclosed by fence of suitable materials, minimum height 1.5 m [4.9 ft], with a self-locking gate.; sight triangle: Fences prohibited within sight triangles; sight distances 15 m in commercial/industrial zones, 10 m in all other zones.. Source: Township of Johnson Zoning By-law 91-219 (Consolidation), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001574", "name": "Joly", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/joly/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/joly/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/joly/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Township of Joly Zoning By-law 2018-009 (Consolidated to January 20, 2020)", "document_number": "2018-009", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/joly/fences/bylaw-2018-009/", "answer": "In the Township of Joly, Ontario, max height front: 1 m; pool enclosure: Fence at least 2 m high, gate capable of being locked, located 1–10 m from pool; sight triangle: Corner lot: triangular space 10 m along each street line; no building, structure or planting obstructing motor vehicle vision. Source: Township of Joly Zoning By-law 2018-009 (Consolidated to January 20, 2020), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001575", "name": "Kapuskasing", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/kapuskasing/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/kapuskasing/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/kapuskasing/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Town of Kapuskasing Zoning By-law No. 4198 (Office Consolidation, December 2022)", "document_number": "4198", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/kapuskasing/fences/bylaw-4198/", "answer": "The Town of Kapuskasing, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Town of Kapuskasing Zoning By-law No. 4198 (Office Consolidation, December 2022), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001576", "name": "Kawartha Lakes", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/kawartha-lakes/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/kawartha-lakes/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/kawartha-lakes/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Consolidated Swimming Pool By-law 2005-314", "document_number": "2005-314", "adopted_date": "2005-11-29", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/kawartha-lakes/fences/bylaw-2005-314/", "answer": "In the City of Kawartha Lakes, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.2 m high enclosure surrounding pool required; gates must be self-closing and self-latching at top on inside of gate.; prohibited materials: snow fencing, barbed wire, other dangerous materials, or electric current mechanism prohibited. Source: Consolidated Swimming Pool By-law 2005-314, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001578", "name": "Kenora", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/kenora/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/kenora/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/kenora/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Fence By-law 163-2015", "document_number": "163-2015", "adopted_date": "2015-11-17", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/kenora/fences/bylaw-163-2015/", "answer": "In the City of Kenora, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.8 m; max height front: 0.9 m; permit required: True; pool enclosure: Min 1.52 m high fence; self-closing and self-latching gate; gate latch min 122 cm above ground; permit required.. Source: Fence By-law 163-2015, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001580", "name": "Killaloe, Hagarty and Richards", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/killaloe-hagarty-and-richards/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/killaloe-hagarty-and-richards/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/killaloe-hagarty-and-richards/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Swimming Pool Enclosure By-Law", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": "2021-05-18", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/killaloe-hagarty-and-richards/fences/swimming-pool-enclosure-by-law/", "answer": "In the Township of Killaloe, Hagarty and Richards, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Enclosure at least 60\" high; gates self-closing and self-latching at upper inside; barbed wire and electrified fencing prohibited.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire or fencing energized by electrical current. Source: Swimming Pool Enclosure By-Law, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001583", "name": "King", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/king/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/king/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/king/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Fence By-law (Office Consolidation)", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": "2012-10-15", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/king/fences/fence-by-law/", "answer": "In the Township of King, Ontario, max height rear side: rear yard: 2.44 m (8 ft.); side yard: 1.83 m (6 ft.); max height front: open type construction: 1.22 m (4 ft.); solid type construction: 0.92 m (3 ft.); permit required: False; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.22 m height; gate must be self-closing and self-latching at ≥1.22 m inside; gate kept closed and locked at all times.. Source: Fence By-law (Office Consolidation), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001584", "name": "Kingston", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/kingston/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/kingston/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/kingston/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Fence Bylaw", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": "2003-11-04", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/kingston/fences/fence-bylaw/", "answer": "In the City of Kingston, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.8 m; max height front: 1.8 m; permit required: False; pool enclosure: Min. 1.2 m for single-family dwellings; 1.8 m for all other pools. Gates must be self-closing with self-latching device on pool side.. Source: Fence Bylaw, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001585", "name": "Kingsville", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/kingsville/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/kingsville/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/kingsville/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Fence By-law", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": "2025-11-03", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/kingsville/fences/fence-by-law/", "answer": "In the Town of Kingsville, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.13 metres; max height front: 0.91 metres; permit required: True; pool enclosure: Swimming pool fence height 1.22 m to 2.13 m; gate required; gate must be locked when pool not in use.. Source: Fence By-law, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001586", "name": "Kirkland Lake", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/kirkland-lake/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/kirkland-lake/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/kirkland-lake/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-Law to Regulate Swimming Pools", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": "2022-07-12", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/kirkland-lake/fences/by-law-to-regulate-swimming-pools/", "answer": "In the Town of Kirkland Lake, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Fence or guard minimum 1.22 m (4 ft) height; gates must have self-closing and self-latching devices; openings no larger than 100 mm.. Source: By-Law to Regulate Swimming Pools, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001589", "name": "LaSalle", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/lasalle/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/lasalle/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/lasalle/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 8946 - Fences, Decks, Pools and Hydro-Massage Pools on Private Property", "document_number": "8946", "adopted_date": "2024-12-10", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/lasalle/fences/bylaw-8946/", "answer": "The Town of LaSalle, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: By-law 8946 - Fences, Decks, Pools and Hydro-Massage Pools on Private Property, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001591", "name": "Lake of Bays", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/lake-of-bays/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/lake-of-bays/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/lake-of-bays/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 2008-36 - Pool Enclosures", "document_number": "2008-36", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/lake-of-bays/fences/bylaw-2008-36/", "answer": "In the Township of Lake of Bays, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 4 feet high from effective ground level; gates must have self-closing device, self-latching device at least 4 feet above ground, and a lock.. Source: By-law 2008-36 - Pool Enclosures, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001595", "name": "Lambton Shores", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/lambton-shores/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/lambton-shores/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/lambton-shores/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 80-2008 - A By-law to Prescribe the Height and Type of Fences", "document_number": "80-2008", "adopted_date": "2008-11-17", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/lambton-shores/fences/bylaw-80-2008/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Lambton Shores, Ontario, max height rear side: 2 metres (6.5 feet); max height front: 0.91 metres (3 feet) solid type; 2 metres (6.5 feet) open type; permit required: False; pool enclosure: Enclosure at least 150 cm (5 feet) high; gates self-closing and self-latching with latch minimum 1.2 metres (4 feet) from grade on inside. Source: By-law 80-2008 - A By-law to Prescribe the Height and Type of Fences, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001597", "name": "Lanark Highlands", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/lanark-highlands/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/lanark-highlands/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/lanark-highlands/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law No. 2005-591 - Swimming Pool Fence By-Law", "document_number": "2005-591", "adopted_date": "2005-05-10", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/lanark-highlands/fences/bylaw-2005-591/", "answer": "In the Township of Lanark Highlands, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Enclosure must be at least 1.52 m (5 ft) high, self-closing/self-latching gate on pool side, no opening >100 mm.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire and electrical current prohibited; lattice work prohibited.. Source: By-law No. 2005-591 - Swimming Pool Fence By-Law, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001598", "name": "Larder Lake", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/larder-lake/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/larder-lake/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/larder-lake/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Zoning By-Law No. 1465-13, s.4.11 (Fences) & s.4.1.2 (Swimming Pools)", "document_number": "1465-13", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/larder-lake/fences/bylaw-1465-13/", "answer": "In the Township of Larder Lake, Ontario, max height rear side: 2 m (6.56 ft.); max height front: 1 m (3.28 ft.); pool enclosure: Fence min. 1.52 m (5 ft.) with self-locking gate, setback min. 1.52 m from pool; above-ground pool wall and fence may be combined to meet height; sight triangle: No fence shall be erected so as to obstruct a sight triangle; fences exceeding 1 m above street centreline elevation prohibited within sight triangle. Source: Zoning By-Law No. 1465-13, s.4.11 (Fences) & s.4.1.2 (Swimming Pools), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001600", "name": "Laurentian Hills", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/laurentian-hills/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/laurentian-hills/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/laurentian-hills/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 05/03 - Fences Around Swimming Pools", "document_number": "05/03", "adopted_date": "2003-03-12", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/laurentian-hills/fences/bylaw-05-03/", "answer": "In the Town of Laurentian Hills, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Fence not less than 1.5 m (5 ft) height, gates self-closing and self-latching on poolside at top.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire, electricity, or materials that may injure persons prohibited.. Source: By-law 05/03 - Fences Around Swimming Pools, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001602", "name": "Leamington", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/leamington/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/leamington/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/leamington/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Pool Standards By-law 56-26", "document_number": "56-26", "adopted_date": "2026-05-26", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/leamington/fences/bylaw-56-26/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Leamington, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 122 cm (4 ft) height; self-closing, self-latching gate with latch on inside top; kept locked when >60.96 cm water and no adult supervising.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire, broken glass, electrification or similar dangerous characteristics prohibited.; max height rear side: 2 m (6.56 ft). Source: Pool Standards By-law 56-26; Zoning By-law 890-09 – Fences (Section 4.18), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001605", "name": "Limerick", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/limerick/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/limerick/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/limerick/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2013-20 – Swimming Pools (5.24) & Fences (5.48)", "document_number": "2013-20", "adopted_date": "2013-11-05", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/limerick/fences/bylaw-2013-20/", "answer": "In the Township of Limerick, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.8 m; max height front: 1.8 m; pool enclosure: Pool enclosed by fence min. ~1.52 m (5.0 ft) high [OCR-garbled metric], within ~4.5 m of pool [OCR-garbled]; no self-closing gate stated; sight triangle: Corner lot: 9 m along each street line from intersection; no fence/wall/hedge exceeding 1 m above adjacent road centreline within triangle. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2013-20 – Swimming Pools (5.24) & Fences (5.48), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001606", "name": "Lincoln", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/lincoln/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/lincoln/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/lincoln/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Swimming Pool Fence By-law 05-95", "document_number": "05-95", "adopted_date": "2005-11-21", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/lincoln/fences/bylaw-05-95/", "answer": "In the Town of Lincoln, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Fence minimum 1.2 m height enclosing pool; gate with self-latching lock at top and inside, kept closed and locked when pool unsupervised.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire; any facility for projecting electric current.; max height rear side: 2 m (any zone other than Industrial or Commercial); 3 m (Industrial or Commercial Zone). Source: Swimming Pool Fence By-law 05-95; Zoning By-law 2022-50 – Fencing (Section 3.12), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001607", "name": "London", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/london/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/london/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/london/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Swimming Pool Fence and Swimming Pool Regulation By-law - PS-5", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": "1997-04-07", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/london/fences/swimming-pool-fence-and-swimming-pool-regulation-by-law-ps-5/", "answer": "In the City of London, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.13 metres (7 feet); max height front: 2.13 metres (7 feet); sight triangle: No fence exceeding 0.9 metres (3 feet) in height within any corner visibility triangle or driveway visibility triangle; prohibited materials: Sheet metal or corrugated metal panel members on residential lots; barbed wire (with exceptions); electric fences (with exceptions). Source: Fence By-law - PS-6; Swimming Pool Fence and Swimming Pool Regulation By-law - PS-5, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001609", "name": "Lucan Biddulph", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/lucan-biddulph/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/lucan-biddulph/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/lucan-biddulph/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Fence By-law 20-2017", "document_number": "20-2017", "adopted_date": "2017-04-18", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/lucan-biddulph/fences/bylaw-20-2017/", "answer": "The Township of Lucan Biddulph, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Fence By-law 20-2017, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001610", "name": "Macdonald, Meredith and Aberdeen Additional", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/macdonald-meredith-and-aberdeen-additional/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/macdonald-meredith-and-aberdeen-additional/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/macdonald-meredith-and-aberdeen-additional/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law 10-1699", "document_number": "10-1699", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/macdonald-meredith-and-aberdeen-additional/fences/bylaw-10-1699/", "answer": "In the Township of Macdonald, Meredith and Aberdeen Additional, Ontario, pool enclosure: Pool enclosure must be within 1.2 m of rear or interior side lot lines; on corner lot, conforms to exterior side yard of main building.; sight triangle: On a corner lot, within triangular space formed by street lines and a line drawn 6.1 m along each street line from intersection; no building, parked vehicle, or shrubs/trees over 0.6 m permitted.. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law 10-1699, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001611", "name": "Machar", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/machar/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/machar/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/machar/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law No. 6-12 (Swimming Pools By-law)", "document_number": "6-12", "adopted_date": "2012-02-13", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/machar/fences/bylaw-6-12/", "answer": "In the Township of Machar, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Fence/guard not less than 1.2 m (48 inches) from top of pool; gates self-closing and self-latching on pool side.; prohibited materials: No electric current through fence; no barbed wire.. Source: By-law No. 6-12 (Swimming Pools By-law), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001612", "name": "Machin", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/machin/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/machin/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/machin/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law Number 21-2006 (Swimming Pools By-law)", "document_number": "21-2006", "adopted_date": "2006-05-08", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/machin/fences/bylaw-21-2006/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Machin, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Enclosure not less than 1.5 m (60 inches) high; gates self-closing, self-latching, locked when unsupervised; located not less than 1.5 m from pool edge.. Source: By-law Number 21-2006 (Swimming Pools By-law), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001613", "name": "Madawaska Valley", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/madawaska-valley/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/madawaska-valley/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/madawaska-valley/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 2026-50", "document_number": "2026-50", "adopted_date": "2026-05-20", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/madawaska-valley/fences/bylaw-2026-50/", "answer": "In the Township of Madawaska Valley, Ontario, sight triangle: No structure above 0.75 m within triangular area bounded by lot lines 6.0 m from street intersection corner lot lines; applies to all structures including fences.. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 2026-50, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001614", "name": "Madoc", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/madoc/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/madoc/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/madoc/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Township of Madoc Comprehensive Zoning By-law 1072-2002 -- Section 5 General Provisions Part 1", "document_number": "1072-2002", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/madoc/fences/bylaw-1072-2002/", "answer": "In the Township of Madoc, Ontario, pool enclosure: In-ground pools: fence at least 1.52 m (5.0 ft.) high, within 4.5 m (14.8 ft.) of pool or dwelling walls. Above-ground pools: manufacturer fencing or equivalent.; max height rear side: 1.8 m (5.9 ft.); max height front: 1.8 m (5.9 ft.); sight triangle: On a corner lot, within triangular space formed by street lines 9 m from intersection, fences shall not exceed 1 m above centre line of adjacent road at lowest point. Source: Township of Madoc Comprehensive Zoning By-law 1072-2002 -- Section 5 General Provisions Part 1; Township of Madoc Comprehensive Zoning By-law 1072-2002 -- Section 5 General Provisions Part 2, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001616", "name": "Malahide", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/malahide/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/malahide/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/malahide/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 18-22", "document_number": "18-22", "adopted_date": "2018-04-05", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/malahide/fences/bylaw-18-22/", "answer": "In the Township of Malahide, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.4 m; pool enclosure: fence at least 1.2 m high, gate capable of being locked, located 1.0 m to 10 m from pool; sight triangle: triangular area bounded by front lot line, exterior side lot line, and line joining points 9.0 m from their intersection; no obstruction between 1.0 m and 3.0 m height above road centreline grade (except GC Zone). Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 18-22, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001618", "name": "Mapleton", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/mapleton/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/mapleton/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/mapleton/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 2024-021, A By-law to Regulate Fences in the Township of Mapleton", "document_number": "2024-021", "adopted_date": "2024-04-30", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/mapleton/fences/bylaw-2024-021/", "answer": "In the Township of Mapleton, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.5 m (rear yard); 2.32 m (exterior/interior side yards, residential); max height front: 1.2 m; permit required: False; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.5 m (single-family residential) or 1.8 m (multiple/non-residential); permit required; gate self-closing with self-latching locking device at top inside.. Source: By-law 2024-021, A By-law to Regulate Fences in the Township of Mapleton, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001619", "name": "Marathon", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/marathon/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/marathon/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/marathon/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-Law No. 1975, Being a By-Law for Prescribing the Height and Description of Fences within the Town of Marathon", "document_number": "1975", "adopted_date": "2020-03-09", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/marathon/fences/bylaw-1975/", "answer": "In the Town of Marathon, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.4 metres (8 feet); max height front: less than 1.2 metres (4 feet); sight triangle: Daylighting triangle not less than 9 metres for local roads intersecting, 15 metres where one or more collectors or Provincial roads abut.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire, barbed material, electric current devices, temporary fencing, chicken wire, farm wire, un-graded discarded material.. Source: By-Law No. 1975, Being a By-Law for Prescribing the Height and Description of Fences within the Town of Marathon, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001620", "name": "Markham", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/markham/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/markham/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/markham/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 2015-96, A By-law to Regulate the Enclosures for Privately-Owned Outdoor Pools within the City of Markham", "document_number": "2015-96", "adopted_date": "2015-06-16", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/markham/fences/bylaw-2015-96/", "answer": "In the City of Markham, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.8 m (6 ft.); permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.2 m (4 ft.), maximum 1.8 m (6 ft.); self-closing device and lockable self-latching device on all gates; gates locked when pool not in active use; sight triangle: On a corner lot, no Enclosure shall be erected at a lesser distance from the street line on which adjoining residential lots front than the depth of the front yard required for a dwelling on the adjoining lot. Source: By-law 2015-96, A By-law to Regulate the Enclosures for Privately-Owned Outdoor Pools within the City of Markham; By-law 277-97, A By-law for Prescribing the Height and Description of Lawful Fences in the Town of Markham, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001624", "name": "Mattawa", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/mattawa/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/mattawa/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/mattawa/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Fence By-law 93-35, as amended by By-law No. 17-15", "document_number": "17-15", "adopted_date": "2017-04-24", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/mattawa/fences/bylaw-17-15/", "answer": "The Town of Mattawa, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Fence By-law 93-35, as amended by By-law No. 17-15, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001625", "name": "Mattawan", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/mattawan/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/mattawan/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/mattawan/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Zoning By-law 2003-009 (Consolidated with Amendments, December 16, 2021) — Swimming Pool Enclosure provisions", "document_number": "2003-009", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/mattawan/fences/bylaw-2003-009/", "answer": "In the Township of Mattawan, Ontario, pool enclosure: Open pool areas totally enclosed by fence of suitable materials, minimum height 1.21 m [4 ft.], with self-locking gate; above-ground pool wall may count toward height.; sight triangle: On a corner lot no obstruction higher than 0.75 m [2.5 ft.] (except a chain link fence for a school or park) within a triangle having sides 5.0 m [16.4 ft.] along each street line.. Source: Zoning By-law 2003-009 (Consolidated with Amendments, December 16, 2021) — Swimming Pool Enclosure provisions, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001626", "name": "Mattice-Val Côté", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/mattice-val-cote/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/mattice-val-cote/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/mattice-val-cote/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law No. 583, regulating the installation of privately owned outdoor swimming pools", "document_number": "583", "adopted_date": "2006-04-25", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/mattice-val-cote/fences/bylaw-583/", "answer": "In the Township of Mattice-Val Côté, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Pool must be enclosed by fence min. 1.83 m (6 ft) high; gate same height, lockable or secured from inside.; sight triangle: No pool or fence enclosure within triangle formed by two intersecting street boundaries and a line joining points 6.0 m (19.7 ft) from intersection.. Source: By-law No. 583, regulating the installation of privately owned outdoor swimming pools, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001627", "name": "McDougall", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/mcdougall/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/mcdougall/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/mcdougall/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Fence Control By-law (By-law No. 2016-60)", "document_number": "2016-60", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/mcdougall/fences/bylaw-2016-60/", "answer": "In the Municipality of McDougall, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.0 m; max height front: 0.9 m within 3.0 m of a front lot line; sight triangle: max 0.9 m height within a daylight triangle or sight triangle; prohibited materials: sheet metal/corrugated metal panels (residential zones); barbed wire; electric fences (exceptions apply). Source: Fence Control By-law (By-law No. 2016-60), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001628", "name": "McGarry", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/mcgarry/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/mcgarry/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/mcgarry/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 2024-17 — Fences (Section 4.7) and Private Swimming Pools (Section 4.1.5)", "document_number": "2024-17", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/mcgarry/fences/bylaw-2024-17/", "answer": "In the Township of McGarry, Ontario, max height rear side: 2 m; max height front: 1 m; sight triangle: No fence shall obstruct a sight triangle; sight triangle defined as 6.0 m from point of intersection of street lines; prohibited materials: barb-wire, spire tips, sharp objects or any device for projecting an electric current. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 2024-17 — Fences (Section 4.7) and Private Swimming Pools (Section 4.1.5), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001629", "name": "McKellar", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/mckellar/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/mckellar/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/mckellar/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2019-23 (Redline, revised July 2024)", "document_number": "2019-23", "adopted_date": "2021-05-11", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/mckellar/fences/bylaw-2019-23/", "answer": "In the Township of McKellar, Ontario, pool enclosure: In-ground pool in residential zone: fence at least 1.5 m in height, not less than 1 m and not more than 5 m from inside edge of pool.. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2019-23 (Redline, revised July 2024), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001631", "name": "McNab/Braeside", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/mcnab-braeside/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/mcnab-braeside/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/mcnab-braeside/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Swimming Pool By-law 2022-40", "document_number": "2022-40", "adopted_date": "2022-05-24", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/mcnab-braeside/fences/bylaw-2022-40/", "answer": "In the Township of McNab/Braeside, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.5 m (5 feet) height enclosure required around all pools; gates must be self-closing and self-latching, placed at top and inside of gate.; prohibited materials: No barbed wire nor device for projecting an electric current shall form part of any fence or gate.. Source: Swimming Pool By-law 2022-40, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001632", "name": "Meaford", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/meaford/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/meaford/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/meaford/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Swimming Pool Fencing By-law 96-2009", "document_number": "96-2009", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/meaford/fences/bylaw-96-2009/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Meaford, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.22m (4 feet) high; self-closing and self-latching gate; no barbed wire or electric; restricts access to pool.; prohibited materials: No barbed wire, chicken wire, or other barbed or sharp material; no electric conductor.. Source: Swimming Pool Fencing By-law 96-2009, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001633", "name": "Melancthon", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/melancthon/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/melancthon/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/melancthon/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Fence By-law No. 6-2006", "document_number": "6-2006", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/melancthon/fences/bylaw-6-2006/", "answer": "In the Township of Melancthon, Ontario, permit required: True. Source: Fence By-law No. 6-2006, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001634", "name": "Merrickville–Wolford", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/on/merrickvillewolford/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/merrickvillewolford/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/merrickvillewolford/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Zoning By-law No. 33-25", "document_number": "33-25", "adopted_date": "2025-06-23", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/merrickvillewolford/fences/bylaw-33-25/", "answer": "In the Village of Merrickville–Wolford, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.88 m; max height front: 1.22 m; sight triangle: Corner lot: within 10 m triangle, fences must not exceed 0.8 m above road centreline; chain link up to 1.0 m permitted in residential zone.. Source: Zoning By-law No. 33-25, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001635", "name": "Middlesex Centre", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/middlesex-centre/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/middlesex-centre/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/middlesex-centre/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Fencing By-law 2016-078", "document_number": "2016-078", "adopted_date": "2016-07-20", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/middlesex-centre/fences/bylaw-2016-078/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Middlesex Centre, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.13 metres (84 inches); max height front: 1.22 metres (48 inches); pool enclosure: Fence minimum 1.22 m (48 in) height; self-closing, self-latching gate on pool side at top.; sight triangle: No fence greater than 0.762 metres (30 inches) above grade level within 9.14 metres (30 feet) of any roadway intersection.. Source: Fencing By-law 2016-078, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001637", "name": "Midland", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/midland/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/midland/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/midland/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Pool Enclosure By-law 2026-27", "document_number": "2026-27", "adopted_date": "2026-05-20", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/midland/fences/bylaw-2026-27/", "answer": "In the Town of Midland, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.2 m (4 ft) high enclosure around entire pool; gates self-closing with self-latching device near top inside; locked when not in active use.; prohibited materials: barbed or razor wire, electrified wire, sharp projections, or any other unsafe or dangerous feature. Source: Pool Enclosure By-law 2026-27, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001638", "name": "Milton", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/milton/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/milton/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/milton/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Swimming Pool Fence By-law 077-2010 (Consolidated, amended by 037-2013)", "document_number": "077-2010", "adopted_date": "2010-06-28", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/milton/fences/bylaw-077-2010/", "answer": "In the Town of Milton, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.2m (4ft.) enclosure required around all swimming pools; gates must be self-closing and self-latching, kept closed and locked when pool not in use.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire, broken glass, electric current, basket weave, and horizontal split rail fencing prohibited.. Source: Swimming Pool Fence By-law 077-2010 (Consolidated, amended by 037-2013), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001640", "name": "Minto", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/minto/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/minto/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/minto/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Rural Fence By-Law 00-58", "document_number": "00-58", "adopted_date": "2000-09-12", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/minto/fences/bylaw-00-58/", "answer": "In the Town of Minto, Ontario, pool enclosure: Fence not less than 1.5m; gates 1.5m with lock, kept secured when pool not in use; hedge excluded; max height rear side: 2.0m; max height front: 0.9m; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.5m height; gates 1.5m high with lock, kept secured when pool not in use; no hedge as fence. Source: Rural Fence By-Law 00-58; Urban Fence By-Law 00-59, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001641", "name": "Mississauga", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/mississauga/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/mississauga/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/mississauga/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Swimming Pool Enclosure By-law 0191-2011", "document_number": "0191-2011", "adopted_date": "2011-06-22", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/mississauga/fences/bylaw-0191-2011/", "answer": "In the City of Mississauga, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Class-1 Pool: minimum 1.22 m height; Class-2 Pool: minimum 1.83 m height; gates must be self-closing with self-latching hardware on inside.; prohibited materials: barbed wire, electrical wiring, sharp projections, or objects creating danger to persons or animals; max height rear side: 2 metres above effective ground level. Source: Swimming Pool Enclosure By-law 0191-2011; The Fence By-law 0397-1978 (office consolidation, as amended to By-law 0020-2026), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001642", "name": "Mississippi Mills", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/mississippi-mills/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/mississippi-mills/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/mississippi-mills/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Pool Enclosure By-law 26-037", "document_number": "26-037", "adopted_date": "2026-06-09", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/mississippi-mills/fences/bylaw-26-037/", "answer": "In the Town of Mississippi Mills, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.5 m height above grade, non-climbable, no openings >100 mm, self-closing/self-latching/lockable gate with hardware at minimum 1.35 m height.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire, electrically energized fencing, sharp projections, or other dangerous characteristics prohibited.. Source: Pool Enclosure By-law 26-037, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001643", "name": "Mono", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/mono/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/mono/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/mono/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Fence Bylaw (Bylaw 2020-36, as amended by 2025-42)", "document_number": "2020-36", "adopted_date": "2020-09-08", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/mono/fences/bylaw-2020-36/", "answer": "In the Town of Mono, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.8 metres (6 feet); max height front: 1.0 metres (3.3 feet); permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.5 m height above finished grade; gate must be self-closing, self-latching on inside at or near top.. Source: Fence Bylaw (Bylaw 2020-36, as amended by 2025-42), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001644", "name": "Montague", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/montague/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/montague/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/montague/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Pool By-law 3010-2008", "document_number": "3010-2008", "adopted_date": "2008-05-06", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/montague/fences/bylaw-3010-2008/", "answer": "In the Township of Montague, Ontario, max height front: 3'; sight triangle: no fence obstructing view within 30' triangular space at corner lot intersections; prohibited materials: electric fence without written permission from adjacent property owner(s); permit required: True. Source: Fence By-law 1197-80 (office consolidation); Pool By-law 3010-2008, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001646", "name": "Moosonee", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/moosonee/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/moosonee/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/moosonee/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Zoning By-law 37-07 (sight-triangle provision)", "document_number": "37-07", "adopted_date": "2007-09-01", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/moosonee/fences/bylaw-37-07/", "answer": "In the Town of Moosonee, Ontario, sight triangle: On a corner lot fronting on two Town roads, within the triangular space formed by the street lines and a line drawn from a point in one street line to a point in the other street line, each such point being 9 metres measured along the street line from the point of intersection of the street lines, no motor vehicle shall be parked, no building or structure which would obstruct the vision of drivers of motor vehicles shall be erected, and no land shall be used for the purposes of growing shrubs or trees in excess of 1.0 metres in height; reduced to 6.0 metres in C1 zone or where posted speed limit is 40 KMPH or less. Source: Zoning By-law 37-07 (sight-triangle provision), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001648", "name": "Morris-Turnberry", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/morris-turnberry/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/morris-turnberry/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/morris-turnberry/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Swimming Pool Fence By-law No. 32-2002", "document_number": "32-2002", "adopted_date": "2002-07-09", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/morris-turnberry/fences/bylaw-32-2002/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Morris-Turnberry, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Fence not less than 60 inches height, completely enclosing pool; all gates self-closing and self-latching on pool side at top.; prohibited materials: barbed wire prohibited; electric current projection devices prohibited. Source: Swimming Pool Fence By-law No. 32-2002, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001649", "name": "Mulmur", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/mulmur/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/mulmur/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/mulmur/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Fence By-law 46-2019", "document_number": "46-2019", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/mulmur/fences/bylaw-46-2019/", "answer": "In the Township of Mulmur, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.83 m; max height front: 1.83 m; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.5 m fence; self-closing self-latching gate on pool side required; sight triangle: No obstruction above 0.61 m within triangle 9 m from corner lot road intersection. Source: Fence By-law 46-2019, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001653", "name": "New Tecumseth", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/new-tecumseth/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/new-tecumseth/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/new-tecumseth/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Fence By-law 2007-100 (Consolidated)", "document_number": "2007-100", "adopted_date": "2007-05-14", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/new-tecumseth/fences/bylaw-2007-100/", "answer": "In the Town of New Tecumseth, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.8 metres (6 feet); max height front: 1.0 metres (3.3 feet); permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.2 m (4 ft) high enclosure required; gates self-closing and self-latching on pool side.. Source: Fence By-law 2007-100 (Consolidated), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001654", "name": "Newbury", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/on/newbury/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/newbury/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/newbury/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Pool Enclosure By-law 131-09", "document_number": "131-09", "adopted_date": "2009-11-23", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/newbury/fences/bylaw-131-09/", "answer": "In the Village of Newbury, Ontario, max height rear side: 2 metres (6.5 feet); max height front: 1.22 metres (4.0 feet) solid type; 2 metres (6.5 feet) open type; permit required: False; sight triangle: No fence in Corner Visibility Triangle (7.5 m from corner) or Driveway Visibility Triangle unless open type or solid ≤0.9 m (30 inches) height. Source: Fence By-law 120-16; Pool Enclosure By-law 131-09, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001655", "name": "Newmarket", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/newmarket/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/newmarket/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/newmarket/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Fences By-law 2019-20", "document_number": "2019-20", "adopted_date": "2019-04-15", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/newmarket/fences/bylaw-2019-20/", "answer": "In the Town of Newmarket, Ontario, max height rear side: Rear Yard: 2.1 m (7 feet); Interior Side Yard: 1.8 m (6 feet); Exterior Side Yard: 1.8 m (6 feet); max height front: 1 metre (3 feet); sight triangle: No fence within Daylighting Triangle formed by measuring 5 m along Lot Lines from intersection of two highways on a Corner Lot.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire, chicken wire, barbed/sharp material, sheet metal, corrugated metal, chipboard, waferboard, plywood, electric current devices.. Source: Fences By-law 2019-20; Pool Enclosure By-law 2008-18, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001656", "name": "Niagara Falls", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/niagara-falls/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/niagara-falls/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/niagara-falls/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Swimming Pool By-law 2014-58", "document_number": "2014-58", "adopted_date": "2014-05-13", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/niagara-falls/fences/bylaw-2014-58/", "answer": "In the City of Niagara Falls, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.5 metres; max height front: 1 metre; sight triangle: No fence greater than 75 centimetres above grade level within 9 metres of any highway intersection.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire, other barbed material, or vehicle tires; snow fence limited to 6 consecutive months.. Source: Fence By-law 2005-70; Swimming Pool By-law 2014-58, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001657", "name": "Niagara-on-the-Lake", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/niagara-on-the-lake/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/niagara-on-the-lake/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/niagara-on-the-lake/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Swimming Pool By-law 5155-19", "document_number": "5155-19", "adopted_date": "2019-05-13", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/niagara-on-the-lake/fences/bylaw-5155-19/", "answer": "In the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.0 meters; max height front: 1.0 meter; pool enclosure: Fences around swimming pools shall comply with the municipality's Pool By-law in effect at the time.; sight triangle: No fence or hedge within a sight triangle more than 1.0 meter above adjoining ground level.. Source: Fence By-law 4778-14; Swimming Pool By-law 5155-19, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001658", "name": "Nipigon", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/nipigon/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/nipigon/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/nipigon/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Zoning By-law No. 1823", "document_number": "1823", "adopted_date": "2017-11-07", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/nipigon/fences/bylaw-1823/", "answer": "In the Township of Nipigon, Ontario, sight triangle: within triangular space formed by street lines, 10 metres from intersection point, no structure obstructing vision, no shrubs/trees over 0.9 m; reduced to 6.0 m in Downtown Commercial zone or where posted speed limit is 40 KMPH or less. Source: Zoning By-law No. 1823, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001660", "name": "Norfolk", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/norfolk/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/norfolk/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/norfolk/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Swimming Pool Fence By-law 2002-260", "document_number": "2002-260", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/norfolk/fences/bylaw-2002-260/", "answer": "In the City of Norfolk, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.0 m; max height front: 1.0 m; pool enclosure: Fence enclosing a swimming pool shall conform to the Norfolk County By-law regulating swimming pool enclosures currently in effect.; sight triangle: No person shall erect a fence in a visibility triangle with a height exceeding 1.0 m.. Source: Fence By-law 2015-131; Swimming Pool Fence By-law 2002-260, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001661", "name": "North Algona Wilberforce", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/north-algona-wilberforce/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/north-algona-wilberforce/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/north-algona-wilberforce/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 99-21 to Regulate the Security of Privately Owned Swimming Pools", "document_number": "99-21", "adopted_date": "1999-07-19", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/north-algona-wilberforce/fences/bylaw-99-21/", "answer": "In the Township of North Algona Wilberforce, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Fence not less than 60 inches high, vertically boarded/solid wood/masonry/plastic/metal, self-closing self-latching gates, no opening greater than 2 inches.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire or devices projecting electric current through the fence.; sight triangle: On corner lots, no opaque obstruction between 0.75 m and 3.0 m above grade within triangular area bounded by street lines 6.0 m from intersection point.. Source: By-law 99-21 to Regulate the Security of Privately Owned Swimming Pools; Wilberforce Township Zoning By-law ZB-04-97 (Consolidated), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001662", "name": "North Bay", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/north-bay/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/north-bay/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/north-bay/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Fence and Swimming Pool By-law 2002-105", "document_number": "2002-105", "adopted_date": "2002-08-26", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/north-bay/fences/bylaw-2002-105/", "answer": "In the City of North Bay, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.8 metres (6 feet); max height front: 1.2 metres (4 feet); permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.2 m (4 ft) fence enclosing pool area; gates must be self-closing and self-latching, device at top on pool side.. Source: Fence and Swimming Pool By-law 2002-105, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001663", "name": "North Dumfries", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/north-dumfries/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/north-dumfries/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/north-dumfries/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Fence By-law 3522-24", "document_number": "3522-24", "adopted_date": "2024-11-12", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/north-dumfries/fences/bylaw-3522-24/", "answer": "In the Township of North Dumfries, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.13 m (7 feet); max height front: 0.91 m (3 feet); permit required: True; pool enclosure: Min. 1.52 m, max 1.8 m; self-closing self-latching lockable gate ≥1.52 m; min. 1.2 m from pool water edge. Source: Fence By-law 3522-24, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001664", "name": "North Dundas", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/north-dundas/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/north-dundas/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/north-dundas/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 2020-16 to Regulate the Enclosure for Privately-Owned Outdoor Swimming Pools and Spas", "document_number": "2020-16", "adopted_date": "2020-07-14", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/north-dundas/fences/bylaw-2020-16/", "answer": "In the Township of North Dundas, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: In-ground pool enclosure minimum 1.52 m; above-ground minimum 1.22 m; gates must be self-closing and self-latching, locked at minimum 1.22 m height.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire, fencing energized by electrical current, sharp projections, or other dangerous characteristics.. Source: By-law 2020-16 to Regulate the Enclosure for Privately-Owned Outdoor Swimming Pools and Spas, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001665", "name": "North Frontenac", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/north-frontenac/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/north-frontenac/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/north-frontenac/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-law 2024-58, to Regulate the Height and Type of Fences", "document_number": "2024-58", "adopted_date": "2024-10-04", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/north-frontenac/fences/bylaw-2024-58/", "answer": "In the Township of North Frontenac, Ontario, max height rear side: 3 metres; max height front: 1.5 metres; pool enclosure: Enclosure at least 1.5 m above ground; gates self-closing with self-latching device at top inside.; sight triangle: No fence shall be erected that may pose a safety hazard due to obstruction of a sight triangle.. Source: By-law 2024-58, to Regulate the Height and Type of Fences, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001666", "name": "North Glengarry", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/north-glengarry/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/north-glengarry/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/north-glengarry/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Pool By-Law (By-law 06-2016)", "document_number": "06-2016", "adopted_date": "2016-01-25", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/north-glengarry/fences/bylaw-06-2016/", "answer": "In the Township of North Glengarry, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Above-ground pool enclosure min 1.2m high; in-ground pool enclosure min 1.5m high; gates self-closing, self-latching, lockable at upper inside.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire or fencing energized by electrical current prohibited.. Source: Pool By-Law (By-law 06-2016), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001667", "name": "North Grenville", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/north-grenville/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/north-grenville/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/north-grenville/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-Law No. 99-24, to Regulate the Erection, Height and Maintenance of Fences", "document_number": "99-24", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/north-grenville/fences/bylaw-99-24/", "answer": "In the Municipality of North Grenville, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.83 m (solid); 2.0 m (lattice/louvers/open construction) behind front wall; max height front: 1.0 m (39 in.); sight triangle: No fence on corner lot within 10.0 m (33 ft.) triangular space formed by projection of lateral curb lines from their point of intersection; prohibited materials: Electric fences (except livestock); barbed wire (except livestock; non-residential with municipal permission). Source: By-Law No. 99-24, to Regulate the Erection, Height and Maintenance of Fences; Swimming Pool Enclosure By-Law (By-law 32-98, as amended by 60-99, 21-00, 9-04), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001669", "name": "North Kawartha", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/north-kawartha/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/north-kawartha/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/north-kawartha/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law 26-2013 (pool fencing provision)", "document_number": "26-2013", "adopted_date": "2013-03-05", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/north-kawartha/fences/bylaw-26-2013/", "answer": "In the Township of North Kawartha, Ontario, pool enclosure: Pool shall be enclosed with a fence of not less than 1.52 metres (5 feet) in height from grade. No self-closing gate requirement stated.; sight triangle: Within sight triangle (7.5 m from intersection of street lines), fence exceeding 1 metre (3 feet) above street elevation is prohibited.. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law 26-2013 (pool fencing provision), verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001670", "name": "North Middlesex", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/north-middlesex/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/north-middlesex/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/north-middlesex/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-28", "document": "By-Law #57 of 2006, Swimming Pools", "document_number": "57", "adopted_date": "2006-08-21", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/north-middlesex/fences/bylaw-57/", "answer": "In the Municipality of North Middlesex, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum height 4 feet (1.219 m); self-closing, self-latching gate on pool side at top; gates remain closed/locked when not in use.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire, electrical wiring, sharp projections; snow fencing, lattice, hedge fencing not permitted.; max height rear side: 2.13 metres (7 feet). Source: By-Law #57 of 2006, Swimming Pools; By-Law Number 027 of 2025, to Provide for Regulating and Governing Fences, verified 2026-08-28." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001671", "name": "North Perth", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/north-perth/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/north-perth/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/north-perth/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 75-2008, Swimming Pool Enclosures", "document_number": "75-2008", "adopted_date": "2008-06-02", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/north-perth/fences/bylaw-75-2008/", "answer": "In the Municipality of North Perth, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.53m height measured from outside ground level; self-closing and self-latching gate required; latch at least 1.22m above ground.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire, chicken wire, or other barbed or sharp material prohibited.. Source: By-law 75-2008, Swimming Pool Enclosures, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001672", "name": "North Stormont", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/north-stormont/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/north-stormont/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/north-stormont/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law No. 91-2021, Pool Enclosure By-law", "document_number": "91-2021", "adopted_date": "2021-10-05", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/north-stormont/fences/bylaw-91-2021/", "answer": "In the Township of North Stormont, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum height 1.2 m from grade; no features facilitating climbing; self-closing, self-latching gate with latch near top on inside.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire or fencing energized by electrical current. Source: By-law No. 91-2021, Pool Enclosure By-law, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001673", "name": "Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/northeastern-manitoulin-and-the-islands/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/northeastern-manitoulin-and-the-islands/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/northeastern-manitoulin-and-the-islands/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2018-41 (as adopted November 6, 2018, updated with amendments January 2021), Day Lighting Triangles provision", "document_number": "2018-41", "adopted_date": "2018-11-06", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/northeastern-manitoulin-and-the-islands/fences/bylaw-2018-41/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands, Ontario, sight triangle: On a corner lot, a fence, sign, hedge, shrub, bush or tree, or any other structure or vegetation shall not be erected or permitted to grow to a height greater than 1.0 m above the grade of the streets that abut the lot within the triangular area included within the street line for a distance of 6.0 m from their point of intersection.. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2018-41 (as adopted November 6, 2018, updated with amendments January 2021), Day Lighting Triangles provision, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001676", "name": "Norwich", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/norwich/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/norwich/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/norwich/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law No. 10-98, Enclosure of Private Outdoor Swimming Pools", "document_number": "10-98", "adopted_date": "1998-02-12", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/norwich/fences/bylaw-10-98/", "answer": "In the Township of Norwich, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Fence minimum 48 inches high, bottom no more than 2 inches above grade, self-closing/self-latching gate on poolside at top, fence at least 4 feet from pool.. Source: By-law No. 10-98, Enclosure of Private Outdoor Swimming Pools, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001678", "name": "Oakville", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/oakville/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/oakville/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/oakville/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-30", "document": "Fences and Privacy Screen By-law No. 2002-034 (consolidated)", "document_number": "2002-034", "adopted_date": "2002-07-02", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/oakville/fences/bylaw-2002-034/", "answer": "In the Town of Oakville, Ontario, max height rear side: 2 metres (6 feet 6 inches); max height front: 1.5 metres (5 feet); sight triangle: Fences/hedges max 0.91m (3ft) within 10.67m (35ft) highway triangle or 2m (6ft 6in) driveway triangle.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire and electrified fences prohibited; exceptions for non-residential or agricultural zones.. Source: Fences and Privacy Screen By-law No. 2002-034 (consolidated); Pool Enclosure By-law No. 2006-071 (consolidated), verified 2026-08-30." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001679", "name": "Oil Springs", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/on/oil-springs/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/oil-springs/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/oil-springs/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Fence By-law (By-law No. 1076 of 2026)", "document_number": "1076", "adopted_date": "2026-07-14", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/oil-springs/fences/bylaw-1076/", "answer": "In the Village of Oil Springs, Ontario, max height rear side: 6 feet (residential); 10 feet (commercial); max height front: 6 feet (residential); 10 feet (commercial); pool enclosure: Minimum 1.5 m height; self-closing self-latching gate, latch at least 1.2 m above grade; fully surrounds pool area.; sight triangle: 6.0 m along each lot line in Residential Zone; 7.5 m in all other zones; unobstructed triangular area at corner lot intersection.. Source: Fence By-law (By-law No. 1076 of 2026), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001680", "name": "Oliver Paipoonge", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/oliver-paipoonge/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/oliver-paipoonge/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/oliver-paipoonge/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Zoning By-law 01-2019 (Revised January 2025) - Section 3.24 Swimming Pools and Hot Tubs", "document_number": "01-2019", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/oliver-paipoonge/fences/bylaw-01-2019/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Oliver Paipoonge, Ontario, pool enclosure: Every swimming pool and hot tub shall be enclosed and secured to prevent access without permission, and in accordance with applicable law. No height or gate specifics stated.; sight triangle: No building, structure, or landscaping shall exceed 0.8 m within a sight triangle; 6 m dimension in residential zones, 7.5 m in other zones.. Source: Zoning By-law 01-2019 (Revised January 2025) - Section 3.24 Swimming Pools and Hot Tubs, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001682", "name": "Orangeville", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/orangeville/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/orangeville/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/orangeville/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-30", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law 22-90, as amended - Office Consolidation February 1, 1996, updated December 31, 2022 - Section 5.11 Fences", "document_number": "22-90", "adopted_date": "1990-03-19", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/orangeville/fences/bylaw-22-90/", "answer": "In the Town of Orangeville, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.1 metres (2.7 metres if open nature); max height front: 0.9 metres; sight triangle: shall not be erected along the street line in any sight triangle; permit required: True. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law 22-90, as amended - Office Consolidation February 1, 1996, updated December 31, 2022 - Section 5.11 Fences; Pool Enclosure By-law No. 2026-030, verified 2026-08-30." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001683", "name": "Orillia", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/orillia/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/orillia/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/orillia/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Municipal Code Chapter 880 - Swimming Pool Fence", "document_number": "880", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/orillia/fences/chapter-880/", "answer": "In the City of Orillia, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Fence minimum 1.2 m height surrounding pool; gate self-closing, self-latching on inside, kept locked except when adult supervising.. Source: Municipal Code Chapter 880 - Swimming Pool Fence, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001685", "name": "Oshawa", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/oshawa/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/oshawa/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/oshawa/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Pool Enclosure By-law 79-2006", "document_number": "79-2006", "adopted_date": "2006-05-23", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/oshawa/fences/bylaw-79-2006/", "answer": "In the City of Oshawa, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.2 m; max height front: 0.9 m; permit required: False; sight triangle: Fences, Natural Features, things and objects within a Corner Sight Triangle (6.0m legs) or Driveway Sight Triangle (3.0m legs) shall not exceed 0.9 m. Source: Fence and Sight Triangle By-law 23-2014; Pool Enclosure By-law 79-2006, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001686", "name": "Otonabee–South Monaghan", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/otonabeesouth-monaghan/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/otonabeesouth-monaghan/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/otonabeesouth-monaghan/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Pool By-law 2009-22", "document_number": "2009-22", "adopted_date": "2009-05-04", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/otonabeesouth-monaghan/fences/bylaw-2009-22/", "answer": "In the Township of Otonabee–South Monaghan, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.8 metres (5'-11\"); max height front: 1 metre (3'-3\") solid materials; 1.2 metres (4'-0\") open materials; pool enclosure: Must comply with Township Pool by-law 2009-22 as amended; sight triangle: No fence in sight triangle shall exceed 0.6 metre (2'-0\") in height. Source: Fence By-law 2024-73; Pool By-law 2009-22, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001688", "name": "Owen Sound", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/owen-sound/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/owen-sound/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/owen-sound/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Swimming Pool Fence By-law 2010-090", "document_number": "2010-090", "adopted_date": "2010-05-10", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/owen-sound/fences/bylaw-2010-090/", "answer": "In the City of Owen Sound, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Fence and gate must extend from grade to not less than 1.2 m; gate equipped with self-closing and self-latching device located at least 1.2 m above grade.. Source: Swimming Pool Fence By-law 2010-090, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001690", "name": "Papineau-Cameron", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/papineau-cameron/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/papineau-cameron/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/papineau-cameron/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Zoning By-law No. 2000-11", "document_number": "2000-11", "adopted_date": "2000-08-08", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/papineau-cameron/fences/bylaw-2000-11/", "answer": "In the Township of Papineau-Cameron, Ontario, pool enclosure: Open pool enclosed by fence minimum 1.21 m [4 ft] with self-locking gate; above-ground pool wall may count toward minimum height; sight triangle: No obstruction higher than 0.75 m [2.5 ft] in triangle with sides 5.0 m [16.4 ft] along each street line on corner lots; chain link fence for school or park excepted. Source: Zoning By-law No. 2000-11, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001691", "name": "Parry Sound", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/parry-sound/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/parry-sound/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/parry-sound/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Zoning By-law 2004-4653", "document_number": "2004-4653", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/parry-sound/fences/bylaw-2004-4653/", "answer": "In the Town of Parry Sound, Ontario, max height rear side: 2 m [6.56 ft.]; max height front: 1 m [3.2 feet]; pool enclosure: In-ground pool in residential zone: fence min 1.5 m [4.92 ft.], self-locking gate, located not less than 1 m and not more than 5 m from pool edge; sight triangle: Fence greater than 0.8 m [2.62 ft.] prohibited within sight triangle except chain link or wire fence; sight distance 5 m in all zones except C1 (Downtown). Source: Zoning By-law 2004-4653, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001692", "name": "Pelee", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/pelee/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/pelee/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/pelee/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Fencing By-law 2012-17", "document_number": "2012-17", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/pelee/fences/bylaw-2012-17/", "answer": "In the Township of Pelee, Ontario, max height rear side: 6 feet; max height front: 3 feet; permit required: True; pool enclosure: Min 4 ft, max 6 ft; must prevent access except through gate; gates self-closing with self-latching device on pool side.. Source: Fencing By-law 2012-17, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001693", "name": "Pelham", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/pelham/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/pelham/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/pelham/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Lawful Fences By-law 4157(2019)", "document_number": "4157", "adopted_date": "2019-09-23", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/pelham/fences/bylaw-4157/", "answer": "In the Town of Pelham, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.82 m (6'-0\"); max height front: 1.22 m (4'-0\"); sight triangle: No fence greater than 0.5 m (1.8 ft.) above grade within 9.1 m (30'0\") of any roadway intersection; prohibited materials: Barbed wire, razor wire, other barbed material; electrified fences (exceptions for agricultural and provincial/federal uses). Source: Lawful Fences By-law 4157(2019); Swimming Pool and Hot Tub By-law 60-2023, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001694", "name": "Pembroke", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/pembroke/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/pembroke/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/pembroke/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Security of Privately Owned Swimming Pool By-law 2003-35", "document_number": "2003-35", "adopted_date": "2003-08-19", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/pembroke/fences/bylaw-2003-35/", "answer": "In the City of Pembroke, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.13 m; max height front: 1 m within 3.05 m of front or exterior side lot line; pool enclosure: In-ground and above-ground pools: fence ≥ 1.52 m, locking gate required; pool-fence separation min 1.2 m; fence may be interrupted by building wall.; sight triangle: No fence shall be constructed that obstructs a sight triangle; max 1 m height within sight triangle (triangle: 6.0 m from point of intersection along each street line).. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2020-05, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001695", "name": "Penetanguishene", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/penetanguishene/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/penetanguishene/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/penetanguishene/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2022-17", "document_number": "2022-17", "adopted_date": "2022-06-08", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/penetanguishene/fences/bylaw-2022-17/", "answer": "In the Town of Penetanguishene, Ontario, sight triangle: No fence exceeding 0.7 m in height permitted within a Sight Line Triangle, which extends 6.0 m from the hypothetical point of intersection of the front and exterior side lot lines on corner lots.. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2022-17, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001699", "name": "Perth East", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/perth-east/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/perth-east/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/perth-east/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 29-1999 - Erection and Maintenance of Private Swimming Pool Fences", "document_number": "29-1999", "adopted_date": "1999-07-05", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/perth-east/fences/bylaw-29-1999/", "answer": "The Township of Perth East, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: By-law 29-1999 - Erection and Maintenance of Private Swimming Pool Fences, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001700", "name": "Perth South", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/perth-south/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/perth-south/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/perth-south/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 53-2006 (amending 40-1999) - Regulate Outdoor Swimming Pools", "document_number": "53-2006", "adopted_date": "2006-06-06", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/perth-south/fences/bylaw-53-2006/", "answer": "In the Township of Perth South, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.2 m height above finished grade; self-locking gate; bottom no more than 7.5 cm above grade; permanent fence within 60 days of pool completion.. Source: By-law 53-2006 (amending 40-1999) - Regulate Outdoor Swimming Pools, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001701", "name": "Petawawa", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/petawawa/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/petawawa/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/petawawa/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 1743/25 - Fence and Swimming Pool Enclosures", "document_number": "1743/25", "adopted_date": "2025-04-07", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/petawawa/fences/bylaw-1743-25/", "answer": "In the Town of Petawawa, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.4 metres; max height front: 0.75 metre; permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.524 m, maximum 2.4 m height; located no closer than 1.2 m from pool edge; self-closing, self-latching, lockable gates.. Source: By-law 1743/25 - Fence and Swimming Pool Enclosures, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001702", "name": "Peterborough", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/peterborough/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/peterborough/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/peterborough/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Municipal Code Chapter 591 - Fences - Swimming Pools", "document_number": "591", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/peterborough/fences/chapter-591/", "answer": "In the City of Peterborough, Ontario, sight triangle: fence within flanking triangle exceeds 0.9 metres in height from grade level; permit required: True; pool enclosure: Enclosure required around entire pool area; min. 1.22 m (≤4-unit dwellings) or 1.83 m (>4 units/commercial); gates self-closing, self-latching with latch on inside or min 3'6\" above grade.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire, materials with similar dangerous characteristics, and electric current projection devices prohibited.. Source: By-law 94-64 - To Prescribe the Height and Description of Certain Fences; Municipal Code Chapter 591 - Fences - Swimming Pools, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001704", "name": "Petrolia", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/petrolia/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/petrolia/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/petrolia/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Municipal Code Chapter 668 - Fences", "document_number": "668", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/petrolia/fences/chapter-668/", "answer": "In the Town of Petrolia, Ontario, max height rear side: 6 feet 5 inches (1.96 metres); max height front: 2.5 feet (0.76 metres); sight triangle: No fence exceeding 2.5 feet (0.76 metres) may be erected within any visibility triangle (9 metres/30 feet from street-line intersection); prohibited materials: electric fences prohibited outright; barbed wire prohibited except on non-residential lots per s. 668.5.2–668.5.3. Source: Municipal Code Chapter 668 - Fences, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001705", "name": "Pickering", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/pickering/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/pickering/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/pickering/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 6943/09 - Fence and Swimming Pool Enclosures", "document_number": "6943/09", "adopted_date": "2009-04-20", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/pickering/fences/bylaw-6943-09/", "answer": "In the City of Pickering, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.0 m; max height front: 1.0 m solid, 1.5 m open construction; permit required: False; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.2 m height, set back 1.0 m from pool wall, self-closing gates with self-latching devices on inside at or near top.. Source: By-law 6943/09 - Fence and Swimming Pool Enclosures, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001707", "name": "Plummer Additional", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/plummer-additional/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/plummer-additional/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/plummer-additional/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Zoning By-law No. 2013-13 (consolidated to November 1, 2018)", "document_number": "2013-13", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/plummer-additional/fences/bylaw-2013-13/", "answer": "In the Township of Plummer Additional, Ontario, pool enclosure: Minimum 1.5 m height; self-closing and self-latching gate placed at top of gate on pool side.; sight triangle: Fences prohibited in sight triangle; 15 m distance in commercial/industrial zones, 5 m in all other zones, 45 m at railway crossings.. Source: Zoning By-law No. 2013-13 (consolidated to November 1, 2018), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001708", "name": "Plympton–Wyoming", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/plymptonwyoming/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/plymptonwyoming/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/plymptonwyoming/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Swimming Pool Fence By-law 75 of 2005 (as amended by By-law 07 of 2012)", "document_number": "75", "adopted_date": "2005-08-31", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/plymptonwyoming/fences/bylaw-75/", "answer": "In the Town of Plympton–Wyoming, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Chain link (min 11 gauge, 2\" mesh) or vertical board/fiberglass/plastic/steel, not less than 5 feet high, self-closing self-latching gate.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire and electric current devices prohibited.; max height rear side: 2.5 m. Source: Swimming Pool Fence By-law 75 of 2005 (as amended by By-law 07 of 2012); Town of Plympton-Wyoming Zoning By-law 97 of 2003 (consolidated November 2025), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001709", "name": "Point Edward", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/on/point-edward/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/point-edward/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/point-edward/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law No. 27 of 2017 - Regulate the Construction of Fences Along the Village Walkway", "document_number": "27", "adopted_date": "2017-09-26", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/point-edward/fences/bylaw-27/", "answer": "In the Village of Point Edward, Ontario, prohibited materials: Closed construction fences (solid brick, concrete, steel panels, translucent panels, abutting wooden boards); sight triangle: Fences prohibited in sight triangle if top exceeds centre line of adjoining streets by more than 50 cm; sight triangle is 9 m from intersection of street lines.. Source: By-law No. 27 of 2017 - Regulate the Construction of Fences Along the Village Walkway; Village of Point Edward Comprehensive Zoning By-law 25 of 2012 (as amended), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001710", "name": "Port Colborne", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/port-colborne/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/port-colborne/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/port-colborne/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Pool By-law 4843/68/06", "document_number": "4843/68/06", "adopted_date": "2006-05-23", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/port-colborne/fences/bylaw-4843-68-06/", "answer": "In the City of Port Colborne, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.0 metres; max height front: 1.0 metre (closed construction); 1.25 metres (open construction); pool enclosure: Fences around pools shall comply with the Municipality's Swimming Pool By-law in effect at the time.; sight triangle: Within sight triangle: closed construction max 0.75 m; open construction max 1.0 m above effective ground level.. Source: Fence By-law 5510/107/10; Pool By-law 4843/68/06, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001712", "name": "Powassan", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/powassan/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/powassan/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/powassan/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 2019-21 - Fences Around Pools", "document_number": "2019-21", "adopted_date": "2019-08-06", "transcript_url": null, "answer": "The Municipality of Powassan, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: By-law 2019-21 - Fences Around Pools, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001713", "name": "Prescott", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/prescott/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/prescott/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/prescott/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Fence By-law 07-2000", "document_number": "07-2000", "adopted_date": "2000-04-17", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/prescott/fences/bylaw-07-2000/", "answer": "In the Town of Prescott, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.8 metres (6 feet); max height front: 1 metre (3 feet, 6 inches); permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.5 m (5 feet) height; self-closing gate with self-latching device at minimum 1 metre above grade; fence must make pool inaccessible to small children.. Source: Fence By-law 07-2000, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001715", "name": "Prince", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/prince/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/prince/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/prince/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Zoning By-law 2015-19 (fence regulations)", "document_number": "2015-19", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/prince/fences/bylaw-2015-19/", "answer": "In the Township of Prince, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.0m (Hamlet, Precambrian Shield, Rural Residential and Cottage zones); no limit (Commercial, Industrial and Agricultural zones); max height front: 0.9m (all zones); sight triangle: On a corner lot, no fence higher than 0.75m above established grade within 9m of intersecting lot lines or projections thereof; prohibited materials: Barbed wire prohibited except in Industrial zone and Rural Area zone (agricultural); electrified fences prohibited except in Rural Area Zone for livestock. Source: Zoning By-law 2015-19 (fence regulations), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001716", "name": "Prince Edward", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/prince-edward/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/prince-edward/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/prince-edward/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law 140-2025 (pool enclosure & sight triangles)", "document_number": "140-2025", "adopted_date": "2025-11-10", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/prince-edward/fences/bylaw-140-2025/", "answer": "In the City of Prince Edward, Ontario, pool enclosure: Fence not less than 1.5 m high, sturdy material, self-closing gate capable of being locked; above-ground pool with deck >1.5 m exempt if access has self-closing lockable gate.; sight triangle: No building, structure, sign, or vegetation exceeding 0.6 m above average centreline elevation in sight triangle; distances 3–9 m per Table 3-3 based on intersecting street types.. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law 140-2025 (pool enclosure & sight triangles), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001717", "name": "Puslinch", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/puslinch/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/puslinch/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/puslinch/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 2018-018 (18/18), Outdoor Swimming Pool Enclosure By-law", "document_number": "2018-018", "adopted_date": "2018-03-21", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/puslinch/fences/bylaw-2018-018/", "answer": "In the Township of Puslinch, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.5 m height from finished grade outside enclosure; gate self-closing, self-latching at top inside; enclosure ≥1.2 m from pool edge; gap ≤100 mm at grade.; prohibited materials: barbed wire, electrification, or other features designed to cause injury. Source: By-law 2018-018 (18/18), Outdoor Swimming Pool Enclosure By-law, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001718", "name": "Quinte West", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/quinte-west/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/quinte-west/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/quinte-west/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law 14-86 (fence & sight-triangle provisions)", "document_number": "14-86", "adopted_date": "2014-07-21", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/quinte-west/fences/bylaw-14-86/", "answer": "In the City of Quinte West, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.8 m; max height front: 0.8 m; sight triangle: Fences exceeding 0.8 m above adjacent street centreline prohibited in sight triangle; triangle measured 3–9 m from corner depending on intersecting street classification (local/collector/arterial).. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law 14-86 (fence & sight-triangle provisions), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001719", "name": "Rainy River", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/rainy-river/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/rainy-river/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/rainy-river/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 1580-13, Pool Fences By-law", "document_number": "1580-13", "adopted_date": "2013-06-18", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/rainy-river/fences/bylaw-1580-13/", "answer": "In the Town of Rainy River, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Enclosure must be at least 120 cm high, completely surround pool, with self-closing/self-latching gates; barbed wire and electric fencing prohibited.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire; any material conducting electric current or posing danger of injury.; max height rear side: 1.83 m. Source: By-law 1580-13, Pool Fences By-law; By-law 1663-17, Fences By-law, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001720", "name": "Ramara", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/ramara/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/ramara/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/ramara/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Fencing Bylaw 2012.90", "document_number": "2012.90", "adopted_date": "2012-11-19", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/ramara/fences/bylaw-2012-90/", "answer": "In the Township of Ramara, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.9 m (closed fence); 3.1 m (open fence); max height front: 1.9 m (closed fence); 3.1 m (open fence); sight triangle: Max 1.0 m (closed) or 1.3 m (open) within daylighting triangle; triangle measured 3 m along each street line from intersection point; prohibited materials: Barbed wire prohibited in residential zones; exceptions for agricultural/rural zones and commercial security fences. Source: Fencing Bylaw 2012.90, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001721", "name": "Red Lake", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/red-lake/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/red-lake/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/red-lake/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Municipality of Red Lake Zoning By-Law (By-Law 1930-14)", "document_number": "1930-14", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/red-lake/fences/bylaw-1930-14/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Red Lake, Ontario, pool enclosure: Open swimming pools totally enclosed by fence of suitable materials, minimum height 1.5 m (4.92 ft), with locking gate.; sight triangle: Within sight triangle, no fence shall exceed 0.8 m (2.62 ft) in height above centrelines of abutting streets.. Source: Municipality of Red Lake Zoning By-Law (By-Law 1930-14), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001731", "name": "Richmond Hill", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/richmond-hill/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/richmond-hill/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/richmond-hill/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Fence - Height - Description (By-law No. 140-90, Municipal Code Chapter 973)", "document_number": "140-90", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/richmond-hill/fences/chapter-140-90/", "answer": "In the City of Richmond Hill, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.8 metres (5.9 feet); max height front: 1.2 metres (4.0 feet); permit required: True; pool enclosure: Fence required; permit required before erection; minimum 1.2 m (single residential), 1.8 m (multiple/non-residential); gate must be self-closing and self-latching.. Source: Fence - Height - Description (By-law No. 140-90, Municipal Code Chapter 973), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001732", "name": "Rideau Lakes", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/rideau-lakes/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/rideau-lakes/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/rideau-lakes/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-Law 2018-59 - Regulate Enclosures Around Swimming Pools (Swimming Pool Enclosure By-Law)", "document_number": "2018-59", "adopted_date": "2019-01-07", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/rideau-lakes/fences/bylaw-2018-59/", "answer": "In the Township of Rideau Lakes, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.2 m (4 ft) enclosure required completely enclosing pool area; gates must be self-closing and self-latching at top inside.. Source: By-Law 2018-59 - Regulate Enclosures Around Swimming Pools (Swimming Pool Enclosure By-Law), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001733", "name": "Russell", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/russell/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/russell/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/russell/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Pool By-Law (By-law 35-2012, as amended by 2019-151)", "document_number": "35-2012", "adopted_date": "2012-05-22", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/russell/fences/bylaw-35-2012/", "answer": "In the Township of Russell, Ontario, max height rear side: 7 feet; max height front: 0.9 metres (2.46 feet); sight triangle: No Fence exceeding 0.75 metres (3 feet) in height may be erected within any Sight Triangle; prohibited materials: Sheet metal or corrugated metal panels; barbed wire; electric fences; page wire (exceptions for agricultural/industrial uses). Source: Fence By-Law (By-law 92-2012, office consolidation to 2019-12-16); Pool By-Law (By-law 35-2012, as amended by 2019-151), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001735", "name": "Sables-Spanish Rivers", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/sables-spanish-rivers/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/sables-spanish-rivers/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/sables-spanish-rivers/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Zoning By-law No. 2003-15 (consolidated, as amended by By-law 2010-51 and 2020-41)", "document_number": "2003-15", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/sables-spanish-rivers/fences/bylaw-2003-15/", "answer": "In the Township of Sables-Spanish Rivers, Ontario, pool enclosure: Open pool enclosed by fence min. 1.5 m height with self-locking gate; above-ground pool wall combination may substitute toward minimum.; sight triangle: No obstruction higher than 0.75 m (except chain link fence for school or park) within triangle of sides 5.0 m along each street line at corner lot.. Source: Zoning By-law No. 2003-15 (consolidated, as amended by By-law 2010-51 and 2020-41), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001736", "name": "Sarnia", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/sarnia/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/sarnia/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/sarnia/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Fences By-law 44 of 1998 (consolidated, amended by By-laws 104 & 119 of 2003, 98 of 2015, 95 of 2017, 56 & 110 of 2018)", "document_number": "44", "adopted_date": "1998-03-23", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/sarnia/fences/bylaw-44/", "answer": "In the City of Sarnia, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.5 m (8 ft.); max height front: solid type ≤1 m (3.3 ft.); open type ≤1.2 m (4 ft.); sight triangle: Within daylight triangle (5 m legs from corner intersection): solid fence ≤75 cm (29.5 in.); or open type construction only; prohibited materials: barbed wire or sharp material on residential land; electrical fences (except agricultural DC use). Source: Fences By-law 44 of 1998 (consolidated, amended by By-laws 104 & 119 of 2003, 98 of 2015, 95 of 2017, 56 & 110 of 2018); Swimming Pool By-law (City of Sarnia, By-law of 1993 - by-law number illegible in scanned original), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001737", "name": "Saugeen Shores", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/saugeen-shores/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/saugeen-shores/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/saugeen-shores/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-30", "document": "Pool Enclosure By-law 58-2015", "document_number": "58-2015", "adopted_date": "2015-07-13", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/saugeen-shores/fences/bylaw-58-2015/", "answer": "In the Town of Saugeen Shores, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Height not less than 1.22m (4 feet); self-closing and self-latching gate required.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire, chicken wire, sharp material; shall not be used as conductor of electricity.. Source: Pool Enclosure By-law 58-2015, verified 2026-08-30." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001738", "name": "Sault Ste. Marie", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/sault-ste-marie/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/sault-ste-marie/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/sault-ste-marie/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Zoning By-law 2005-150 (Office Consolidation, May 8 2026) - Section 7: Fences", "document_number": "2005-150", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/sault-ste-marie/fences/bylaw-2005-150/", "answer": "In the City of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.43m; max height front: 0.9m; sight triangle: Corner lots: no fence >0.75m within 9m of intersecting lot lines; reduced to 5m in First Neighbourhoods SDA, Traditional Commercial Zone, or fully signalized intersection.. Source: Zoning By-law 2005-150 (Office Consolidation, May 8 2026) - Section 7: Fences, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001740", "name": "Scugog", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/scugog/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/scugog/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/scugog/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Pool Enclosure By-law 09-26", "document_number": "09-26", "adopted_date": "2026-03-23", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/scugog/fences/bylaw-09-26/", "answer": "In the Township of Scugog, Ontario, max height rear side: 2 meters (6.5 feet); max height front: 1.2 meters (4 feet); sight triangle: No fence higher than 0.75 meters (2.5 feet) within Day Lighting Triangle, measured 9 m along each Street Line from intersection point.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire, electrical fences, razor wire, ribbon wire, anti-personnel wire (with rural/industrial exceptions).. Source: Fence By-law 119-05 (Office Consolidation); Pool Enclosure By-law 09-26, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001742", "name": "Selwyn", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/selwyn/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/selwyn/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/selwyn/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "The Protection of Persons & Property By-law (short title \"The Pool By-Law\"), By-law Number 2001-59 of the Township of Smith-Ennismore-Lakefield (now Selwyn)", "document_number": "2001-59", "adopted_date": "2001-04-10", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/selwyn/fences/bylaw-2001-59/", "answer": "In the Township of Selwyn, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.8 metres (6'-0\"); max height front: 1 metres (3'-3\"); sight triangle: Within Daylight Triangle, no fence shall obstruct vision; maximum height is 0.6 Metres (2 Feet).; prohibited materials: Sheet metal, corrugated metal, razor wire, barbed wire, sharp projections, electrical conductors. Source: Fence By-law 2016-032; The Protection of Persons & Property By-law (short title \"The Pool By-Law\"), By-law Number 2001-59 of the Township of Smith-Ennismore-Lakefield (now Selwyn), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001743", "name": "Severn", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/severn/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/severn/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/severn/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 2025-68, Regulation of Fences", "document_number": "2025-68", "adopted_date": "2025-11-05", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/severn/fences/bylaw-2025-68/", "answer": "In the Township of Severn, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.82 metres; max height front: 1.22 metres; permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.2 m high fence enclosing pool; gates with self-latching/self-closing devices, kept closed and locked when not under competent supervision.. Source: By-law 2025-68, Regulation of Fences, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001744", "name": "Shelburne", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/shelburne/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/shelburne/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/shelburne/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Consolidated Zoning By-law 38-2007, Section 3.20 Sight Triangles", "document_number": "38-2007", "adopted_date": "2007-09-10", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/shelburne/fences/bylaw-38-2007/", "answer": "In the Town of Shelburne, Ontario, sight triangle: Corner lot: no vision-obstructing structures, no shrubs/trees over 1.0 m; 6.0 m (local roads), 9.0 m (county/provincial highways).. Source: Consolidated Zoning By-law 38-2007, Section 3.20 Sight Triangles, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001745", "name": "Shuniah", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/shuniah/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/shuniah/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/shuniah/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Fence By-Law 3329-23", "document_number": "3329-23", "adopted_date": "2023-11-28", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/shuniah/fences/bylaw-3329-23/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Shuniah, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.5 metres; max height front: 2.5 metres; permit required: True; pool enclosure: Owner must erect enclosure; minimum 1.2 m height above grade; gates self-closing and self-latching at all times. Source: Fence By-Law 3329-23, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001747", "name": "Sioux Lookout", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/sioux-lookout/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/sioux-lookout/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/sioux-lookout/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Zoning By-law No. 85-18 (Consolidated March 2025), Section 4.30 Sight Triangles", "document_number": "85-18", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/sioux-lookout/fences/bylaw-85-18/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Sioux Lookout, Ontario, sight triangle: Corner lot: no obstructing structure, no shrubs/trees over 1.0 m within triangular area bounded by roads joined 9.0 m from intersection; reduced to 6.0 m in CD zone or where posted speed ≤40 km/h.. Source: Zoning By-law No. 85-18 (Consolidated March 2025), Section 4.30 Sight Triangles, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001749", "name": "Smiths Falls", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/smiths-falls/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/smiths-falls/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/smiths-falls/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Pool Enclosure By-law (By-law No. 7166-96, office consolidation incl. By-law 8148-2008)", "document_number": "7166-96", "adopted_date": "1996-09-16", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/smiths-falls/fences/bylaw-7166-96/", "answer": "In the Town of Smiths Falls, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.0m (6.56 ft); max height front: 1.0m (3.28 ft); sight triangle: No fence in site triangle exceeding 0.8m in height above the centre line of the street; prohibited materials: electric current intended to give electric shock; barbed wire on residential property. Source: Fence By-law (By-law No. 7163-96); Pool Enclosure By-law (By-law No. 7166-96, office consolidation incl. By-law 8148-2008), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001752", "name": "South Bruce", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/south-bruce/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/south-bruce/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/south-bruce/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Pool Fencing By-Law (By-law # 14-2008 / 2008-14)", "document_number": "14-2008", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/south-bruce/fences/bylaw-14-2008/", "answer": "In the Municipality of South Bruce, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.8 meters (6 feet); max height front: 1.0 meters (3.3 feet); sight triangle: No fence greater than 0.6 metres (2 feet) in height along any point of a Sight Triangle; must be of open construction.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire or barbed material prohibited except in industrial zones (≥1.8 m height) or agricultural zones; electric fences prohibited except agricultural zones.. Source: Fence By-Law (By-law # 2013-31); Pool Fencing By-Law (By-law # 14-2008 / 2008-14), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001754", "name": "South Dundas", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/south-dundas/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/south-dundas/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/south-dundas/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-Law 2020-63, Pools", "document_number": "2020-63", "adopted_date": "2020-08-10", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/south-dundas/fences/bylaw-2020-63/", "answer": "In the Municipality of South Dundas, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: In-ground pool enclosure min 1.52 m (60\") height; above-ground min 1.22 m (48\"); self-closing, self-latching gate with lock required.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire, electric fencing, sharp projections, or other dangerous characteristics prohibited.; max height rear side: 2 m. Source: By-Law 2020-63, Pools; Township of South Dundas Zoning By-law No. 2010-48 (office consolidation, November 2022), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001755", "name": "South Frontenac", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/south-frontenac/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/south-frontenac/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/south-frontenac/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 3, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 2014-33 – Pool Enclosure By-law", "document_number": "2014-33", "adopted_date": "2014-05-20", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/south-frontenac/fences/bylaw-2014-33/", "answer": "In the Township of South Frontenac, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 5 ft high above ground; gate must be self-closing, self-latching with locking device on inside; kept locked when pool has water and unattended.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire, similar dangerous projections, and electric current devices prohibited.; sight triangle: 9 m along each street line from intersection; fences/walls max 1 m above centre line of adjacent road. Source: By-law 2014-33 – Pool Enclosure By-law; Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2003-75 (Consolidated Jan 2026) – Sight Triangles & Swimming Pools, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001756", "name": "South Glengarry", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/south-glengarry/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/south-glengarry/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/south-glengarry/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 3, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 16-18 – Pool Enclosure By-law", "document_number": "16-18", "adopted_date": "2018-03-05", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/south-glengarry/fences/bylaw-16-18/", "answer": "In the Township of South Glengarry, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.0 m; max height front: 1 m; pool enclosure: Must comply with Township's Pool Enclosure By-Law; no specific height or gate requirements stated in this by-law.; sight triangle: On a corner lot where rear yard abuts front yard of adjacent lot, maximum fence height is 1 m.. Source: By-law 13-2020 – Fence By-law; By-law 16-18 – Pool Enclosure By-law; Comprehensive Zoning By-law (April 2023 consolidation, By-law 38-09) – Sight Triangles (3.38), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001757", "name": "South Huron", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/south-huron/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/south-huron/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/south-huron/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Swimming Pool Fence By-law 24-2004 (Office Consolidation)", "document_number": "24-2004", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/south-huron/fences/bylaw-24-2004/", "answer": "In the Municipality of South Huron, Ontario, pool enclosure: Pool fences must not be established closer than 2.0 metres to any lot line fronting a road.; sight triangle: For corner lots, the provisions of the Site Triangle Section of the zoning by-law shall also apply.; permit required: True; pool enclosure: Swimming pool fence minimum height 153 cm (60 inches); gate must have self-closing and self-latching device; self-latching device not less than 122 cm above ground.. Source: By-law 51-2005 – Fence By-law (Office Consolidation with 19-2010); Swimming Pool Fence By-law 24-2004 (Office Consolidation), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001759", "name": "South Stormont", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/south-stormont/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/south-stormont/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/south-stormont/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 2024-016 – Regulate Fences and Swimming Pool Enclosures", "document_number": "2024-016", "adopted_date": "2024-03-13", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/south-stormont/fences/bylaw-2024-016/", "answer": "In the Township of South Stormont, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.83 metres; max height front: 0.91 metres; permit required: True; pool enclosure: Enclosure at least 1.52 m high, no openings >100 mm, self-closing and self-latching gate with latch at min 1.52 m height, locking device required.. Source: By-law 2024-016 – Regulate Fences and Swimming Pool Enclosures, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001760", "name": "South-West Oxford", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/south-west-oxford/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/south-west-oxford/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/south-west-oxford/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 62-2019 – Fence By-law", "document_number": "62-2019", "adopted_date": "2019-08-13", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/south-west-oxford/fences/bylaw-62-2019/", "answer": "In the Township of South-West Oxford, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.13 metres (84 inches); max height front: 1.22 metres (48 inches); permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.2 m (4 ft) height, no opening >10 cm, self-closing/self-latching gates, gate kept closed at all times when pool not in use.. Source: By-law 62-2019 – Fence By-law, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001761", "name": "Southgate", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/southgate/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/southgate/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/southgate/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Zoning By-law 19-2002 (Office Consolidation, July 2026) – Sight Triangles & Swimming Pools", "document_number": "19-2002", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/southgate/fences/bylaw-19-2002/", "answer": "In the Township of Southgate, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.0 m; pool enclosure: In-ground pool: fence minimum 1.2 m, self-closing and latching gate; above-ground: minimum 1.2 m above grade, self-closing and latching gate on access platform.; sight triangle: Corner-lot triangle formed by street lines, each point 9 m from intersection; fences exceeding 1.0 m above street elevation prohibited inside.. Source: Zoning By-law 19-2002 (Office Consolidation, July 2026) – Sight Triangles & Swimming Pools, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001762", "name": "Southwest Middlesex", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/southwest-middlesex/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/southwest-middlesex/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/southwest-middlesex/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Comprehensive Fence By-law No. 2021/062", "document_number": "2021/062", "adopted_date": "2021-08-25", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/southwest-middlesex/fences/bylaw-2021-062/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Southwest Middlesex, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.8 metres (6 feet); max height front: 0.91 metres (3 feet) solid type; 1.8 metres (6 feet) open type; permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.52 m (5 ft) height; gates must have self-closing and self-latching device on pool side at top of gate. Source: Comprehensive Fence By-law No. 2021/062, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001763", "name": "Southwold", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/southwold/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/southwold/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/southwold/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Fence By-Law 2019-77", "document_number": "2019-77", "adopted_date": "2020-01-13", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/southwold/fences/bylaw-2019-77/", "answer": "In the Township of Southwold, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.83 m (up to 2.13 m if portion above 1.83 m is open/decorative construction); max height front: 0.76 m; permit required: False; pool enclosure: Min. 1.2 m high fence, min. 1.2 m from pool edge; gates must have lock and self-closing/latching device. Source: Fence By-Law 2019-77, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001764", "name": "Spanish", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/spanish/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/spanish/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/spanish/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Pools and Hot Tub By-Law 2007-12", "document_number": "2007-12", "adopted_date": "2007-05-07", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/spanish/fences/bylaw-2007-12/", "answer": "In the Town of Spanish, Ontario, max height rear side: 2 metres (6.56 feet); max height front: 1 metre (3.28 feet); permit required: True; pool enclosure: Fences around pools shall comply with the Town's Pool By-Law; more restrictive requirements apply.. Source: Fence By-Law 2018-22; Pools and Hot Tub By-Law 2007-12, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001767", "name": "St. Clair", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/st-clair/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/st-clair/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/st-clair/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Fence By-law 36 of 2010", "document_number": "36", "adopted_date": "2010-07-26", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/st-clair/fences/bylaw-36/", "answer": "In the Township of St. Clair, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.83 metres (6 feet); max height front: 1.83 metres (6 feet); pool enclosure: Min 1.52 m (5 ft), max 1.83 m (6 ft); gates self-closing, self-latching at 1.2 m from grade; locked when unattended; sight triangle: Daylighting triangle formed 5 metres along each street line; solid-type fence max 75 cm (29.5 inches); open-type must not obstruct visibility. Source: Fence By-law 36 of 2010, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001769", "name": "St. Marys", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/st-marys/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/st-marys/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/st-marys/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Zoning By-law Section 05 - General Provisions (consolidated June 2024)", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/st-marys/fences/zoning-by-law-section-05-general-provisions/", "answer": "In the Town of St. Marys, Ontario, pool enclosure: Every swimming pool shall be enclosed by a fence in accordance with the fencing By-law of the Corporation; specific height and gate details not stated here.; sight triangle: No obstruction between 750 mm and 3.0 m above grade abutting a daylight/sight triangle on corner lots; triangle measured 10.8 m along street lines.. Source: Zoning By-law Section 05 - General Provisions (consolidated June 2024), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001770", "name": "St. Thomas", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/st-thomas/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/st-thomas/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/st-thomas/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Swimming Pool Fence By-Law No. 56-2011", "document_number": "56-2011", "adopted_date": "2011-04-18", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/st-thomas/fences/bylaw-56-2011/", "answer": "In the City of St. Thomas, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Not less than 1.2m (48 inches) above Finished Grade; gate must have self-closing and self-latching device, latching device at top on pool side. Source: Swimming Pool Fence By-Law No. 56-2011, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001771", "name": "St.-Charles", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/st-charles/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/st-charles/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/st-charles/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Zoning By-law 2014-26, Sections 6.14 (Fencing) and 6.47 (Swimming Pools)", "document_number": "2014-26", "adopted_date": "2014-06-17", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/st-charles/fences/bylaw-2014-26/", "answer": "In the Municipality of St.-Charles, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.0 m; pool enclosure: Fence/wall completely enclosing pool; min. height 1.5 m; ≤10 cm bottom clearance; gates self-closing and lockable; no exterior climbing aids.; sight triangle: Max 1.0 m within corner visibility triangle (6.0 m from street intersection); max 1.0 m within 15.0 m of front lot line near Provincial Highway.. Source: Zoning By-law 2014-26, Sections 6.14 (Fencing) and 6.47 (Swimming Pools), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001772", "name": "Stirling-Rawdon", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/stirling-rawdon/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/stirling-rawdon/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/stirling-rawdon/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law 320-03 (Office Consolidation to January 2026), Sections 5.24 (Swimming Pools) and 5.48 (Fences)", "document_number": "320-03", "adopted_date": "2003-02-03", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/stirling-rawdon/fences/bylaw-320-03/", "answer": "In the Township of Stirling-Rawdon, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.8 metres; max height front: 1 metre; pool enclosure: Fence at least 1.52 m (5.0 ft.) high, located not more than 4.5 m from pool, or dwelling walls combined with such fence; sight triangle: Corner lot: 9 m along each street line; fences/walls max 1 m (3.3 ft.) above centre line of adjacent road at lowest point. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law 320-03 (Office Consolidation to January 2026), Sections 5.24 (Swimming Pools) and 5.48 (Fences), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001773", "name": "Stone Mills", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/stone-mills/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/stone-mills/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/stone-mills/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 2007-374 - To Regulate Fencing Around Swimming Pools", "document_number": "2007-374", "adopted_date": "2007-04-02", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/stone-mills/fences/bylaw-2007-374/", "answer": "In the Township of Stone Mills, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Enclosure must extend to height of not less than 1.2 m (4 ft) from finished grade; gates must be self-closing with self-latching device on inside.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire, similar dangerous materials, and electric current devices prohibited in fence construction.. Source: By-law 2007-374 - To Regulate Fencing Around Swimming Pools, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001774", "name": "Stratford", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/stratford/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/stratford/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/stratford/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Fence and Hedge By-law 128-2003", "document_number": "128-2003", "adopted_date": "2003-07-14", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/stratford/fences/bylaw-128-2003/", "answer": "In the City of Stratford, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.52 m (5 ft) fence; self-latching lockable gate at top inside; gate closed when pool not in use; hot tubs require locking cover or 1.52 m fence; sight triangle: No fence exceeding 0.75 metres (measured from lowest level of travelled portion of adjacent street) in sight triangle or its extension onto street; prohibited materials: Barbed wire, other barbed/sharp material, and electrical fences prohibited; exceptions for agricultural and industrial zones. Source: Fence and Hedge By-law 128-2003, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001775", "name": "Strathroy-Caradoc", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/strathroy-caradoc/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/strathroy-caradoc/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/strathroy-caradoc/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Pool By-law 24-09 (Consolidated)", "document_number": "24-09", "adopted_date": "2009-05-04", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/strathroy-caradoc/fences/bylaw-24-09/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.1 metres (7 feet); max height front: 0.91 metres (3 feet) solid; 1.8 metres (6 feet) open type; permit required: True; pool enclosure: Swimming pool enclosure fences require a permit from the Chief Building Official prior to the construction of a pool, per By-law No. 26-12.. Source: Fence By-law 02-24; Pool By-law 24-09 (Consolidated), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001777", "name": "Sundridge", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/on/sundridge/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/sundridge/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/sundridge/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law No. 2021-037 - Standards for the Construction and Maintenance of Fences", "document_number": "2021-037", "adopted_date": "2021-09-08", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/sundridge/fences/bylaw-2021-037/", "answer": "In the Village of Sundridge, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.0 metres (6'-6\"); max height front: 1 metre (3'-3\") solid materials; 1.2 metres (4') open materials; sight triangle: No fence exceeding 1 metre (solid) or 1.2 metres (open) within sight triangle; 9.1 m legs from intersection; prohibited materials: Sheet metal, corrugated metal, razor wire, barbed wire, sharp projections, electrical conductors. Source: By-law No. 2021-037 - Standards for the Construction and Maintenance of Fences, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001779", "name": "Tay", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/tay/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/tay/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/tay/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law No. 2026-22 - Pool Enclosure By-law", "document_number": "2026-22", "adopted_date": "2026-05-27", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/tay/fences/bylaw-2026-22/", "answer": "In the Township of Tay, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Enclosure must be minimum 1.2 m high (outside measurement); gates self-closing with locking device at top inside.. Source: By-law No. 2026-22 - Pool Enclosure By-law, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001780", "name": "Tay Valley", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/tay-valley/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/tay-valley/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/tay-valley/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law No. 02-21 - A By-law to regulate privately owned outdoor pools and enclosures (Township of Bathurst Burgess Sherbrooke)", "document_number": "02-21", "adopted_date": "2002-03-26", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/tay-valley/fences/bylaw-02-21/", "answer": "In the Township of Tay Valley, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.5m height above grade; gates must be self-closing with self-latching device at top, inside; lockable.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire, electrical wiring, lattice work, sharp projections, or other dangerous features prohibited.. Source: By-law No. 02-21 - A By-law to regulate privately owned outdoor pools and enclosures (Township of Bathurst Burgess Sherbrooke), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001781", "name": "Tecumseh", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/tecumseh/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/tecumseh/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/tecumseh/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 2003-57 (as amended by By-law 2011-10) - Fence By-law", "document_number": "2003-57", "adopted_date": "2003-08-12", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/tecumseh/fences/bylaw-2003-57/", "answer": "In the Town of Tecumseh, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.9 meters (6.2 feet); max height front: 1.22 meters (4.0 feet); permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.22 m, maximum 1.9 m height; completely encloses pool; gates self-closing and self-latching on inside at top.. Source: By-law 2003-57 (as amended by By-law 2011-10) - Fence By-law, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001782", "name": "Tehkummah", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/tehkummah/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/tehkummah/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/tehkummah/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Zoning By-law No. 80-02, Sections 6.23 (Daylighting Triangles) and 6.20 (Planting Strips)", "document_number": "80-02", "adopted_date": "1980-06-03", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/tehkummah/fences/bylaw-80-02/", "answer": "In the Township of Tehkummah, Ontario, sight triangle: On a corner lot, no fence, sign, hedge, shrub, bush, tree, or other structure/vegetation shall exceed 1 metre above street grade within the triangular area measured 6 metres from the intersection of street lines.. Source: Zoning By-law No. 80-02, Sections 6.23 (Daylighting Triangles) and 6.20 (Planting Strips), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001784", "name": "Temiskaming Shores", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/temiskaming-shores/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/temiskaming-shores/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/temiskaming-shores/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 2013-183 - Fence By-law", "document_number": "2013-183", "adopted_date": "2014-02-18", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/temiskaming-shores/fences/bylaw-2013-183/", "answer": "In the City of Temiskaming Shores, Ontario, max height rear side: 2 m (6.56 feet); max height front: 1.0 m (3.28 feet) in residential zone front yard or flank yard; permit required: False; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.52 m (5 ft) height; gate must have self-closing device and self-latching device located minimum 1.52 m above grade. Source: By-law 2013-183 - Fence By-law, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001786", "name": "Thames Centre", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/thames-centre/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/thames-centre/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/thames-centre/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 063-2021 - Fence By-law", "document_number": "063-2021", "adopted_date": "2021-08-09", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/thames-centre/fences/bylaw-063-2021/", "answer": "The Municipality of Thames Centre, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: By-law 063-2021 - Fence By-law, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001787", "name": "The Archipelago", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/the-archipelago/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/the-archipelago/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/the-archipelago/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law A2000-07 (Office Consolidation)", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": "2007-06-22", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/the-archipelago/fences/comprehensive-zoning-by-law-a2000-07/", "answer": "In the Township of The Archipelago, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.8 m; max height front: 1.8 m; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.5 m high fence; located 1–7.5 m from inside pool edge; above-ground pool fencing max 2.5 m, not within 3 m of lot line; sight triangle: Fences not permitted in sight triangle; triangle formed by road lines of corner lot 5 m from intersection of public road lines. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law A2000-07 (Office Consolidation), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001788", "name": "The Blue Mountains", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/the-blue-mountains/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/the-blue-mountains/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/the-blue-mountains/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Swimming Pool Fence By-law 2002-8 (Office Consolidation, Dec 2021)", "document_number": "2002-8", "adopted_date": "2002-01-28", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/the-blue-mountains/fences/bylaw-2002-8/", "answer": "In the Town of The Blue Mountains, Ontario, max height rear side: 2 metres above grade; max height front: 1 metre above grade; sight triangle: No person shall construct any fence in a sight triangle; triangle formed by street lines with points 9 metres from intersection; prohibited materials: Barbed, razor or similar wire or material; solid panel metal, steel or concrete in Residential Zone. Source: By-law 2003-14 - Fence By-law (Office Consolidation incl. 2007-19, 2008-05); Swimming Pool Fence By-law 2002-8 (Office Consolidation, Dec 2021), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001789", "name": "The Nation", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/the-nation/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/the-nation/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/the-nation/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 18-2023 - Swimming Pool Enclosure By-law", "document_number": "18-2023", "adopted_date": "2023-04-03", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/the-nation/fences/bylaw-18-2023/", "answer": "In the Municipality of The Nation, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.6 m; max height front: 1.2 m; permit required: True; sight triangle: No fence permitted within sight triangle; triangle formed by street lines and a line 6 metres along each street line from intersection point. Source: By-law 93-2026 - Fences, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001791", "name": "Thessalon", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/thessalon/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/thessalon/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/thessalon/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Zoning By-law 2510", "document_number": "2510", "adopted_date": "2022-10-17", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/thessalon/fences/bylaw-2510/", "answer": "In the Town of Thessalon, Ontario, max height rear side: 2 m [6.56 ft.]; max height front: 1 m [3.2 feet]; pool enclosure: Every in-ground pool in a residential zone shall be totally enclosed by a fence min 1.5 m [4.92 ft.] with a self-locking gate, located 1–5 m from pool edge.; sight triangle: On corner lots, fence greater than 1.0 m [3.28 ft.] above street elevation prohibited within sight triangle, except a chain link or wire fence; sight distance is 5 m in all zones except C1 (no requirement).. Source: Zoning By-law 2510, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001793", "name": "Thorold", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/thorold/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/thorold/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/thorold/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 27-2008 - Pool By-law (Consolidated)", "document_number": "27-2008", "adopted_date": "2008-04-15", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/thorold/fences/bylaw-27-2008/", "answer": "In the City of Thorold, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.5m high enclosure surrounding entire pool area; gates must be self-closing, self-latching on pool side, kept closed and locked when pool not under competent supervision.; prohibited materials: Basket weave, lattice, or horizontal boards prohibited within required swimming pool enclosure portion.; max height rear side: 2 m [6.5 ft.] (residential zone). Source: By-law 27-2008 - Pool By-law (Consolidated); By-law 28-2008 - Fence By-law (Consolidated), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001794", "name": "Thunder Bay", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/thunder-bay/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/thunder-bay/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/thunder-bay/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Fence By-law", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/thunder-bay/fences/fence-by-law/", "answer": "In the City of Thunder Bay, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.83 m; max height front: 1.22 m; sight triangle: 0.77 m max within triangle: apex at highway intersection, two sides extend 4.5 m along intersecting street lines; prohibited materials: razor wire (all zones); barbed wire in residential zones; electric fences on non-agricultural land. Source: Fence By-law, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001796", "name": "Timmins", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/timmins/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/timmins/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/timmins/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 2011-7128 - Fence By-law", "document_number": "2011-7128", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/timmins/fences/bylaw-2011-7128/", "answer": "The City of Timmins, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: By-law 2011-7128 - Fence By-law, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001797", "name": "Tiny", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/tiny/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/tiny/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/tiny/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 96-111 - Fencing Around Private Outdoor Swimming Pools", "document_number": "96-111", "adopted_date": "1996-12-09", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/tiny/fences/bylaw-96-111/", "answer": "In the Township of Tiny, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.9 metres; max height front: 1.0 metres; sight triangle: on a corner lot, within the sight triangle, no building, structure, fence, sign, wall, vegetative planting or landscaped grade may be greater than 1.0 metre in height. Source: Zoning By-law 22-075 - Fences (Section 2.10), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001798", "name": "Toronto", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/toronto/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/toronto/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/toronto/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 447, Fences", "document_number": "447", "adopted_date": "2018-05-24", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/toronto/fences/chapter-447/", "answer": "In the City of Toronto, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.0 metres (residential, Item 9); 2.5 metres (non-residential, Item 9); up to 2.5 metres for fences abutting multi-residential/non-residential/public highway (Item 6); max height front: 1.2 metres within 2.4 m of lot line abutting public highway; 2.0 metres beyond 2.4 m; permit required: True; pool enclosure: Min 1.2 m (single residential) or 1.8 m (multiple/non-residential); completely encloses pool; gates must be self-closing, self-latching, kept locked except when in use. Source: Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 447, Fences, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001799", "name": "Trent Hills", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/trent-hills/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/trent-hills/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/trent-hills/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 3, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 2003-10 - Swimming Pool Fences", "document_number": "2003-10", "adopted_date": "2003-02-17", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/trent-hills/fences/bylaw-2003-10/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Trent Hills, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.5 meters; max height front: 1.2 meters; pool enclosure: No fence that will facilitate climbing shall be constructed around a pool.; prohibited materials: barbed wire, fence with barbs, sharpened wood pickets. Source: By-law 2003-01 - Fence Construction; By-law 2003-10 - Swimming Pool Fences; Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2010-105 (March 2026 Office Consolidation) - Sight Triangles, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001800", "name": "Trent Lakes", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/trent-lakes/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/trent-lakes/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/trent-lakes/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Municipality of Trent Lakes Comprehensive Zoning By-law B2014-070 (fence, sight-triangle & pool provisions)", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": "2014-07-15", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/trent-lakes/fences/municipality-of-trent-lakes-comprehensive-zoning-by-law/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Trent Lakes, Ontario, sight triangle: Corner-lot triangular space: street lines and a line connecting points 9 metres from the intersection along each street line; sight triangle: Corner-lot triangular space: street lines and a line connecting points 9 metres from the intersection along each street line. Source: Municipality of Trent Lakes Comprehensive Zoning By-law B2014-070 (fence, sight-triangle & pool provisions); Zoning By-law B2014-070 (consolidated to December 2019), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001801", "name": "Tudor and Cashel", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/tudor-and-cashel/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/tudor-and-cashel/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/tudor-and-cashel/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Comprehensive Zoning By-law Z-2010-01 (fence, pool enclosure, and sight-triangle provisions)", "document_number": "Z-2010-01", "adopted_date": "2010-09-07", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/tudor-and-cashel/fences/bylaw-z-2010-01/", "answer": "In the Township of Tudor and Cashel, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.8 m; max height front: 1.8 m; pool enclosure: Fence at least 1.52 m (5.0 ft) high, located not more than 4.5 m (14.8 ft.) from the pool; no self-closing gate requirement stated; sight triangle: Corner lot: 9 m legs from street-line intersection; no fence, shrub, hedge or wall over 1 m (3.3 ft) above road centreline. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law Z-2010-01 (fence, pool enclosure, and sight-triangle provisions), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001802", "name": "Tweed", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/tweed/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/tweed/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/tweed/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-Law No. 99-16 (Swimming Pool Fence By-Law)", "document_number": "99-16", "adopted_date": "1999-06-21", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/tweed/fences/bylaw-99-16/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Tweed, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.5 m if ≥1.2 m from pool wall; minimum 1.8 m if <1.2 m from pool wall; self-closing, self-latching, lockable gates required.; max height rear side: 1.8 m; max height front: 1.8 m. Source: By-Law No. 99-16 (Swimming Pool Fence By-Law); Comprehensive Zoning By-Law No. 2012-30 (fence height and sight-triangle provisions), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001803", "name": "Tyendinaga", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/tyendinaga/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/tyendinaga/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/tyendinaga/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Building By-law 17-2022 - Swimming Pool Permit and Fence Enclosure Requirement", "document_number": "17-2022", "adopted_date": "2022-02-22", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/tyendinaga/fences/bylaw-17-2022/", "answer": "In the Township of Tyendinaga, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Fence completely surrounds pool, minimum 1.5 m height; gate must have self-closing latching mechanism, same height as fence.; sight triangle: On a corner lot, within the triangular space formed by street lines measured 9 m along each street line, fences must not exceed 1 m (3.3 ft.) above the centre line of the adjacent road at the lowest point.. Source: Building By-law 17-2022 - Swimming Pool Permit and Fence Enclosure Requirement; Township of Tyendinaga Comprehensive Zoning By-law 03-16 (Consolidated Text, Exhibit A) - Sight Triangle Provision, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001806", "name": "Uxbridge", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/uxbridge/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/uxbridge/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/uxbridge/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Fence By-law (By-law No. 2012-119)", "document_number": "2012-119", "adopted_date": "2012-09-10", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/uxbridge/fences/bylaw-2012-119/", "answer": "The Township of Uxbridge, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Fence By-law (By-law No. 2012-119), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001807", "name": "Val Rita-Harty", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/val-rita-harty/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/val-rita-harty/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/val-rita-harty/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Swimming Pool By-law (By-law No. 1164-24)", "document_number": "1164-24", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/val-rita-harty/fences/bylaw-1164-24/", "answer": "In the Township of Val Rita-Harty, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.1 metres (7 feet); max height front: 1 metre (3 ft); sight triangle: No fence shall obscure clear view at street intersections within the sight triangle as per the Zoning By-law; maximum 1 metre height within sight triangle; prohibited materials: barbed wire, chicken wire, sharp materials, steel wire cable, chains, demolition material, used/new metal roofing, corrugated tin or fibreglass, electric current devices. Source: Fence By-law (By-law No. 1165-24); Swimming Pool By-law (By-law No. 1164-24), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001809", "name": "Wainfleet", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/wainfleet/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/wainfleet/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/wainfleet/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Fence By-law (By-law No. 012-2020)", "document_number": "012-2020", "adopted_date": "2020-03-10", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/wainfleet/fences/bylaw-012-2020/", "answer": "In the Township of Wainfleet, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.83 m (6 feet); max height front: 1.22 m (4 feet); pool enclosure: Fence completely surrounding pool to minimum 1.22 m (4 feet); above-ground pools exempt if wall ≥1.22 m; self-closing gate required where stairs/ladder present; sight triangle: No fence or barrier obstructing visibility above 0.6 m (2 feet) above grade within Sight Triangle (9.2 m from intersection). Source: Fence By-law (By-law No. 012-2020), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001810", "name": "Warwick", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/warwick/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/warwick/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/warwick/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Fence and Pool By-Law (By-law No. 39 of 2026)", "document_number": "39", "adopted_date": "2026-07-27", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/warwick/fences/bylaw-39/", "answer": "In the Township of Warwick, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.83 m; max height front: 1 m; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.5 m height; permit required; gates self-closing with self-latching device located at least 1.2 m above grade; sight triangle: No fence exceeding 1 m may be erected within the sight triangle; residential zone measured 6.0 m along each lot line; all other zones 7.5 m. Source: Fence and Pool By-Law (By-law No. 39 of 2026), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001811", "name": "Wasaga Beach", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/wasaga-beach/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/wasaga-beach/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/wasaga-beach/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Swimming Pool Fencing and Enclosures By-law 93-38", "document_number": "93-38", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/wasaga-beach/fences/bylaw-93-38/", "answer": "In the Town of Wasaga Beach, Ontario, pool enclosure: Minimum 4 feet high, maximum per Zoning By-law 75-10; gates self-closing and self-latching, kept locked when unsupervised.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire or similar dangerous characteristics; electric current devices prohibited.. Source: Swimming Pool Fencing and Enclosures By-law 93-38, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001812", "name": "Waterloo", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/waterloo/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/waterloo/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/waterloo/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Pool Enclosure By-law 2013-018", "document_number": "2013-018", "adopted_date": "2013-03-04", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/waterloo/fences/bylaw-2013-018/", "answer": "In the City of Waterloo, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.44 metres (8 feet); max height front: 0.9 metres (3 feet); permit required: True; sight triangle: No fence within corner lot visibility triangle (3 m × 15 m per s. 3.1(a)); max 0.9 m height within 2 m driveway visibility triangle. Source: Fence and Enclosure By-law 2013-017; Pool Enclosure By-law 2013-018, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001813", "name": "Wawa", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/wawa/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/wawa/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/wawa/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Fence Policy PE-009, By-law 2471-11", "document_number": "PE-009", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/wawa/fences/policy-pe-009/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Wawa, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.9 metres; max height front: 0.91m; permit required: True; pool enclosure: Pool fence min 1.5 m high; gates must have self-closing and self-latching devices maintained in working order at all times.. Source: Fence Policy PE-009, By-law 2471-11, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001814", "name": "Welland", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/welland/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/welland/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/welland/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Swimming Pool Enclosure By-law 2022-70", "document_number": "2022-70", "adopted_date": "2022-04-05", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/welland/fences/bylaw-2022-70/", "answer": "In the City of Welland, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.5 metres; max height front: 1 metre; sight triangle: no fence or hedge in visibility triangle exceeding 1 metre in height, except open wire fence not obstructing vision; prohibited materials: used vehicle tires, railway ties, plywood, scrap metal; barbed wire and electric fence in residential zones. Source: Fence By-law 2022-82; Swimming Pool Enclosure By-law 2022-70, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001815", "name": "Wellesley", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/wellesley/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/wellesley/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/wellesley/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Fence By-law 53/2017", "document_number": "53/2017", "adopted_date": "2017-11-07", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/wellesley/fences/bylaw-53-2017/", "answer": "In the Township of Wellesley, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.03 metres; max height front: 0.8 metres; permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.52 m high fence required; gates must be self-closing, self-latching, locked at all times unless under competent supervision.. Source: Fence By-law 53/2017, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001817", "name": "Wellington North", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/wellington-north/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/wellington-north/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/wellington-north/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Swimming Pool Fencing By-law 45-08 (consolidated, incl. amendment 041-23)", "document_number": "45-08", "adopted_date": "2008-05-26", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/wellington-north/fences/bylaw-45-08/", "answer": "In the Township of Wellington North, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.53m (5 ft) height measured from outside finished ground level; self-closing and self-latching gate required; must prevent climbing and restrict young children's access.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire, chicken wire, other barbed or sharp materials; electric conductors prohibited.. Source: Swimming Pool Fencing By-law 45-08 (consolidated, incl. amendment 041-23), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001818", "name": "West Elgin", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/west-elgin/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/west-elgin/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/west-elgin/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 3, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law Number 98-47 — A By-law Requiring Owners to Fence Privately Owned Swimming Pools", "document_number": "98-47", "adopted_date": "1998-11-12", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/west-elgin/fences/bylaw-98-47/", "answer": "In the Municipality of West Elgin, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.8 metres (6 feet); max height front: 1.8 metres (6 feet); pool enclosure: Fencing around swimming pools governed by By-law 98-47 as amended by By-law No. 2012-10.; sight triangle: No fence greater than 0.6 metres (2 feet) in height along any point of a Sight Triangle; must be of open construction.. Source: Boundary Fence By-law 2015-56; By-law Number 98-47 — A By-law Requiring Owners to Fence Privately Owned Swimming Pools, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001819", "name": "West Grey", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/west-grey/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/west-grey/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/west-grey/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Pool Enclosure Bylaw 2023-058", "document_number": "2023-058", "adopted_date": "2023-06-06", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/west-grey/fences/bylaw-2023-058/", "answer": "In the Municipality of West Grey, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.53m height, self-closing and self-latching gate (latch ≥1.22m high), locked when not in active use, prevents climbing.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire, chicken wire, other barbed or sharp materials; no electrical conductors.; sight triangle: 9 m from intersection; fences/obstructions prohibited above 0.8 m within triangle. Source: Pool Enclosure Bylaw 2023-058; Zoning Bylaw 37-2006, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001820", "name": "West Lincoln", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/west-lincoln/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/west-lincoln/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/west-lincoln/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Swimming Pool By-law 2017-48 (consolidated with 2021-93, 2022-34)", "document_number": "2017-48", "adopted_date": "2017-04-24", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/west-lincoln/fences/bylaw-2017-48/", "answer": "In the Township of West Lincoln, Ontario, max height rear side: 2 m [6'-6 3/4\"] residential; 3 m [9'-10\"] non-residential; max height front: 0.8 m [2'-7 1/2\"] closed construction or hedge; 1.2 m [3'-11 1/4\"] open construction within 3.0 m of street line; sight triangle: fence of open construction only, must not obstruct visibility, height not exceeding 0.8 m [2'-7 1/2\"] above ground level; prohibited materials: electric fence, barbed wire, metal spikes, sharp/pointed materials, vehicle tires, sheet metal or corrugated metal (residential). Source: Fence By-law 2017-129; Swimming Pool By-law 2017-48 (consolidated with 2021-93, 2022-34), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001821", "name": "West Nipissing", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/west-nipissing/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/west-nipissing/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/west-nipissing/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Fences (Swimming Pools) By-law 2005/40", "document_number": "2005/40", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/on/west-nipissing/fences/bylaw-2005-40/", "answer": "In the Municipality of West Nipissing, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Fence at least 48 inches high, 5–16 ft from pool, self-closing/self-latching gate on pool side.; max height rear side: 2 m; max height front: 1.2 m. Source: Fences (Swimming Pools) By-law 2005/40; Fences By-law 2009/38, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001822", "name": "West Perth", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/west-perth/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/west-perth/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/west-perth/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Swimming Pool By-law 044-2012", "document_number": "044-2012", "adopted_date": "2012-05-22", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/west-perth/fences/bylaw-044-2012/", "answer": "In the Municipality of West Perth, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Min. 1.2 m above finished grade; bottom ≤7.5 cm above grade; gates self-closing and latched.. Source: Swimming Pool By-law 044-2012, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001823", "name": "Westport", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/on/westport/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/westport/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/westport/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Fence By-law 2020-16", "document_number": "2020-16", "adopted_date": "2020-04-07", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/westport/fences/bylaw-2020-16/", "answer": "In the Village of Westport, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.13 metres (7 feet); max height front: 1.0 metres (3.3 feet); pool enclosure: Fences around pools shall comply with the Village's Pool By-law; more restrictive requirements apply.; sight triangle: No fence provision stated for sight triangle; defined as triangular area with straight line of no less than 6.0 metres (19.69 feet) from point of intersection on corner lots.. Source: Fence By-law 2020-16, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001824", "name": "Whitby", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/whitby/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/whitby/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/whitby/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Fence By-law 8228-25", "document_number": "8228-25", "adopted_date": "2025-10-06", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/whitby/fences/bylaw-8228-25/", "answer": "In the Town of Whitby, Ontario, max height rear side: 2 metres; max height front: 1 metre; permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.2 m height; self-closing, self-latching gate with locking mechanism, locked when pool not in use.. Source: Fence By-law 8228-25, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001825", "name": "Whitchurch-Stouffville", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/on/whitchurch-stouffville/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/whitchurch-stouffville/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/whitchurch-stouffville/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Fence & Pool Enclosure By-law 2013-168-RE (Consolidated Nov 3, 2020)", "document_number": "2013-168-RE", "adopted_date": "2013-12-03", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/whitchurch-stouffville/fences/bylaw-2013-168-re/", "answer": "In the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville, Ontario, max height rear side: 2.2 metres; max height front: 1 metre; permit required: True; pool enclosure: Enclosure min 1.5 m high; gates self-closing, self-latching, lockable; no gap exceeding 100 mm below or within enclosure.. Source: Fence & Pool Enclosure By-law 2013-168-RE (Consolidated Nov 3, 2020), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001826", "name": "White River", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/white-river/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/white-river/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/white-river/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Zoning By-law No. 85-06", "document_number": "85-06", "adopted_date": "1985-03-11", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/white-river/fences/bylaw-85-06/", "answer": "In the Township of White River, Ontario, sight triangle: 1 metre above grade, within 10 metres of intersection along street lines. Source: Zoning By-law No. 85-06, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001827", "name": "Whitestone", "type": "Municipality", "path": "/ca/on/whitestone/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/whitestone/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/whitestone/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Zoning By-law 07-2018", "document_number": "07-2018", "adopted_date": "2018-02-20", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/whitestone/fences/bylaw-07-2018/", "answer": "In the Municipality of Whitestone, Ontario, max height rear side: 2 metres; pool enclosure: Every in-ground swimming pool in a residential zone shall be enclosed by a fence of at least 1.5 metres in height. Source: Zoning By-law 07-2018, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001828", "name": "Whitewater", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/whitewater/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/whitewater/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/whitewater/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law Number 22-05-1506 (Fences and Enclosures around Privately Owned Swimming Pools)", "document_number": "22-05-1506", "adopted_date": "2022-05-18", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/whitewater/fences/bylaw-22-05-1506/", "answer": "In the Township of Whitewater, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum height 1.2 m (4 ft); gates self-closing and self-latching on pool side; area secured when not in use.; prohibited materials: Barbed wire and electric-current fencing prohibited; no dangerous projecting characteristics.. Source: By-law Number 22-05-1506 (Fences and Enclosures around Privately Owned Swimming Pools), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001829", "name": "Wilmot", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/wilmot/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/wilmot/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/wilmot/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Fence By-law 2009-36", "document_number": "2009-36", "adopted_date": "2009-09-14", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/wilmot/fences/bylaw-2009-36/", "answer": "In the Township of Wilmot, Ontario, max height rear side: 1.98 m; max height front: 0.76 m; permit required: False; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.52 m height fence required around pool; gate(s) with lock, self-closing and latching device required.. Source: Fence By-law 2009-36, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001830", "name": "Windsor", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/windsor/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/windsor/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/windsor/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law 63-2021 (Swimming Pools, Their Enclosures and Equipment)", "document_number": "63-2021", "adopted_date": "2021-04-19", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/windsor/fences/bylaw-63-2021/", "answer": "In the City of Windsor, Ontario, permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.2m high enclosure required; entrance must be self-closing, self-latching (min 1.2m above grade), and locked when pool not in use.; prohibited materials: Barbed or razor wire, electrified wire, sharp projections, or any other unsafe or dangerous feature.; max height rear side: 2.2 m. Source: By-law 63-2021 (Swimming Pools, Their Enclosures and Equipment); Fence By-law 170-2012 (amended by By-law 195-2014), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001831", "name": "Wollaston", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/wollaston/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/wollaston/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/wollaston/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "By-law No. 17-2021 (Exempt from Line Fences Act with the Apportioning of Cost of Division Fence By-law)", "document_number": "17-2021", "adopted_date": "2021-03-08", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/wollaston/fences/bylaw-17-2021/", "answer": "The Township of Wollaston, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: By-law No. 17-2021 (Exempt from Line Fences Act with the Apportioning of Cost of Division Fence By-law), verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001832", "name": "Woodstock", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/on/woodstock/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/woodstock/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/woodstock/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 3, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Municipal Code Chapter 0462 - Fences - Trees - Shrubs on Highways", "document_number": "0462", "adopted_date": "1994-06-02", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/woodstock/fences/chapter-0462/", "answer": "In the City of Woodstock, Ontario, sight triangle: No shrub/hedge within 30 feet of intersection exceeding 30 inches above grade; max height rear side: 2.13 metres (7 feet); max height front: 0.91 metres (3 feet); permit required: True. Source: Municipal Code Chapter 0462 - Fences - Trees - Shrubs on Highways; Municipal Code Chapter 0722 - Fence - Height - Description; Municipal Code Chapter 0724 - Fences - Vacant Commercial/Industrial Property within BIA, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001833", "name": "Woolwich", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/woolwich/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/woolwich/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/woolwich/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Pool Fence By-law 52-2007", "document_number": "52-2007", "adopted_date": "2007-06-26", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/woolwich/fences/bylaw-52-2007/", "answer": "In the Township of Woolwich, Ontario, sight triangle: No building, structure, or vegetation permitted within sight triangle (6.0 m from intersection of lot lines abutting public roads); vegetation max 0.75 m above finished grade within sight triangle.; permit required: True; pool enclosure: Minimum 1.52 m (5 ft) high fence enclosure required; gate must have self-latching or self-closing device with lock.. Source: Comprehensive Zoning By-law 26-2024, Section 4 - General Regulations (Corner Lots); Pool Fence By-law 52-2007, verified 2026-08-29." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001834", "name": "Zorra", "type": "Township", "path": "/ca/on/zorra/", "answer_page": "/ca/on/zorra/fences/", "json": "/ca/on/zorra/fences.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-08-29", "document": "Fence By-law 42-20 (Office Consolidation, incl. By-law 45-22)", "document_number": "42-20", "adopted_date": "2020-07-15", "transcript_url": "/ca/on/zorra/fences/bylaw-42-20/", "answer": "In the Township of Zorra, Ontario, max height rear side: 1810 millimetres (72 inches); max height front: 915 millimetres (36 inches); pool enclosure: Minimum 1220 mm (48 in) fence completely surrounding pool; gates self-closing on substantial hinges with self-latching device at top inside fence.; sight triangle: No fence exceeding 915 mm (36 in) within daylight corner; triangle formed 9 metres along each street line from intersection.. Source: Fence By-law 42-20 (Office Consolidation, incl. By-law 45-22), verified 2026-08-29." } ], "not_on_file": [ { "municipality_id": "gx-001394", "name": "Admaston/Bromley", "path": "/ca/on/admaston-bromley/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001397", "name": "Alfred and Plantagenet", "path": "/ca/on/alfred-and-plantagenet/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001412", "name": "Aurora", "path": "/ca/on/aurora/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001423", "name": "Blind River", "path": "/ca/on/blind-river/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001438", "name": "Bruce County", "path": "/ca/on/bruce-county/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001440", "name": "Brudenell, Lyndoch and Raglan", "path": "/ca/on/brudenell-lyndoch-and-raglan/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001441", "name": "Burk's Falls", "path": "/ca/on/burk-s-falls/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001443", "name": "Burpee and Mills", "path": "/ca/on/burpee-and-mills/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001461", "name": "Champlain", "path": "/ca/on/champlain/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001464", "name": "Charlton and Dack", "path": "/ca/on/charlton-and-dack/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001469", "name": "Clarington", "path": "/ca/on/clarington/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001477", "name": "Conmee", "path": "/ca/on/conmee/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001481", "name": "Dawson", "path": "/ca/on/dawson/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001484", "name": "District Municipality of Muskoka", "path": "/ca/on/district-municipality-of-muskoka/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001490", "name": "Dufferin County", "path": "/ca/on/dufferin-county/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001493", "name": "Ear Falls", "path": "/ca/on/ear-falls/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001500", "name": "Elgin County", "path": "/ca/on/elgin-county/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001510", "name": "Essex County", "path": "/ca/on/essex-county/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001518", "name": "Frontenac County", "path": "/ca/on/frontenac-county/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001523", "name": "Georgian Bluffs", "path": "/ca/on/georgian-bluffs/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001525", "name": "Gillies", "path": "/ca/on/gillies/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001535", "name": "Grey County", "path": "/ca/on/grey-county/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001541", "name": "Haliburton County", "path": "/ca/on/haliburton-county/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001547", "name": "Harris", "path": "/ca/on/harris/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001548", "name": "Hastings County", "path": "/ca/on/hastings-county/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001552", "name": "Head, Clara and Maria", "path": "/ca/on/head-clara-and-maria/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001554", "name": "Highlands East", "path": "/ca/on/highlands-east/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001555", "name": "Hilliard", "path": "/ca/on/hilliard/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001558", "name": "Hornepayne", "path": "/ca/on/hornepayne/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001560", "name": "Howick", "path": "/ca/on/howick/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001563", "name": "Huron County", "path": "/ca/on/huron-county/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001567", "name": "Ignace", "path": "/ca/on/ignace/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001571", "name": "James", "path": "/ca/on/james/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001577", "name": "Kearney", "path": "/ca/on/kearney/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001581", "name": "Killarney", "path": "/ca/on/killarney/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001582", "name": "Kincardine", "path": "/ca/on/kincardine/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001587", "name": "Kitchener", "path": "/ca/on/kitchener/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001588", "name": "La Vallee", "path": "/ca/on/la-vallee/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001590", "name": "Laird", "path": "/ca/on/laird/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001592", "name": "Lake of the Woods", "path": "/ca/on/lake-of-the-woods/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001593", "name": "Lakeshore", "path": "/ca/on/lakeshore/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001594", "name": "Lambton County", "path": "/ca/on/lambton-county/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001596", "name": "Lanark County", "path": "/ca/on/lanark-county/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001599", "name": "Latchford", "path": "/ca/on/latchford/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001601", "name": "Laurentian Valley", "path": "/ca/on/laurentian-valley/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001603", "name": "Leeds and the Thousand Islands", "path": "/ca/on/leeds-and-the-thousand-islands/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001604", "name": "Lennox and Addington County", "path": "/ca/on/lennox-and-addington-county/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001608", "name": "Loyalist", "path": "/ca/on/loyalist/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001615", "name": "Magnetawan", "path": "/ca/on/magnetawan/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001617", "name": "Manitouwadge", "path": "/ca/on/manitouwadge/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001621", "name": "Markstay-Warren", "path": "/ca/on/markstay-warren/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001622", "name": "Marmora and Lake", "path": "/ca/on/marmora-and-lake/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001623", "name": "Matachewan", "path": "/ca/on/matachewan/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001630", "name": "McMurrich/Monteith", "path": "/ca/on/mcmurrich-monteith/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001636", "name": "Middlesex County", "path": "/ca/on/middlesex-county/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001639", "name": "Minden Hills", "path": "/ca/on/minden-hills/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001650", "name": "Muskoka Lakes", "path": "/ca/on/muskoka-lakes/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001651", "name": "Nairn and Hyman", "path": "/ca/on/nairn-and-hyman/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001652", "name": "Neebing", "path": "/ca/on/neebing/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001659", "name": "Nipissing", "path": "/ca/on/nipissing/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001668", "name": "North Huron", "path": "/ca/on/north-huron/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-28" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001674", "name": "Northern Bruce Peninsula", "path": "/ca/on/northern-bruce-peninsula/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-29" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001675", "name": "Northumberland County", "path": "/ca/on/northumberland-county/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-29" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001684", "name": "Oro-Medonte", "path": "/ca/on/oro-medonte/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-29" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001687", "name": "Ottawa", "path": "/ca/on/ottawa/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-29" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001689", "name": "Oxford County", "path": "/ca/on/oxford-county/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-29" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001696", "name": "Perry", "path": "/ca/on/perry/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-29" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001697", "name": "Perth", "path": "/ca/on/perth/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-29" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001698", "name": "Perth County", "path": "/ca/on/perth-county/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-29" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001703", "name": "Peterborough County", "path": "/ca/on/peterborough-county/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-29" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001706", "name": "Pickle Lake", "path": "/ca/on/pickle-lake/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-29" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001711", "name": "Port Hope", "path": "/ca/on/port-hope/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-29" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001714", "name": "Prescott and Russell", "path": "/ca/on/prescott-and-russell/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-29" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001722", "name": "Red Rock", "path": "/ca/on/red-rock/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-29" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001723", "name": "Regional Municipality of Durham", "path": "/ca/on/regional-municipality-of-durham/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-29" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001724", "name": "Regional Municipality of Halton", "path": "/ca/on/regional-municipality-of-halton/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-29" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001725", "name": "Regional Municipality of Niagara", "path": "/ca/on/regional-municipality-of-niagara/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-29" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001726", "name": "Regional Municipality of Peel", "path": "/ca/on/regional-municipality-of-peel/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-29" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001727", "name": "Regional Municipality of Waterloo", "path": "/ca/on/regional-municipality-of-waterloo/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-29" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001728", "name": "Regional Municipality of York", "path": "/ca/on/regional-municipality-of-york/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-29" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001729", "name": "Renfrew", "path": "/ca/on/renfrew/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-29" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001730", "name": "Renfrew County", "path": "/ca/on/renfrew-county/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-29" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001734", "name": "Ryerson", "path": "/ca/on/ryerson/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-29" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001739", "name": "Schreiber", "path": "/ca/on/schreiber/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-29" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001741", "name": "Seguin", "path": "/ca/on/seguin/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-29" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001746", "name": "Simcoe County", "path": "/ca/on/simcoe-county/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-29" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001748", "name": "Sioux Narrows-Nestor Falls", "path": "/ca/on/sioux-narrows-nestor-falls/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-29" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-001750", "name": "Smooth Rock Falls", "path": "/ca/on/smooth-rock-falls/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-08-29" }, { "municipality_id": 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