Fences & pool enclosures — Kensington, Prince Edward Island

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

In the Town of Kensington, Prince Edward Island, fences & pool enclosures rules are set by Town of Kensington Land Use and Development Bylaw (2023), verified 2026-09-27. Max height front: 1.8 m (5.9 ft). Max height rear side: 2.5 m (8.2 ft). Pool enclosure: Enclosed area (building, fence, hedge) perimeter not less than 1.8 m (6 ft) high; gated access capable of being locked.

Town of Kensington Land Use and Development Bylaw (2023) adopted bylaw
max height rear side 2.5 m (8.2 ft) s. 3.2(6)(a)
max height front 1.8 m (5.9 ft) s. 3.2(6)(b)
pool enclosure Enclosed area (building, fence, hedge) perimeter not less than 1.8 m (6 ft) high; gated access capable of being locked. s. 3.24(1)(c)-(d)
sight triangle No Building or Structure within 6 m (19.7 ft) of triangular space between Street Lot Lines; no Structures/vegetation over 0.6 m (2.0 ft) where it may obstruct view within 6 m (19.7 ft) of intersection. s. 3.12(1)-(2)
scout note

Sets max fence height 2.5 m in any zone, 1.8 m in front/flankage yard; requires a survey before building on a lot line; swimming pools must be enclosed (fence/hedge/building) to prevent unauthorized entry.

Machine-readable: fences.json · Official website: https://www.kensington.ca · Last verified 2026-09-27 · Fences & pool enclosures across Prince Edward Island · Fences & pool enclosures in other municipalities