Fences & pool enclosures — Burlington, Vermont

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

The City of Burlington, Vermont has 2 adopted ordinances on file: Code of Ordinances Chapter 8 - Buildings and Building Construction (Article IV, Swimming Pools); Comprehensive Development Ordinance - Citywide General Standards (fence provisions), verified 2026-09-22.

Code of Ordinances Chapter 8 - Buildings and Building Construction (Article IV, Swimming Pools) adopted ordinance

Article IV requires an enclosure with self-closing/latching gates around swimming pools, plus safety appliances, applicable citywide (sections 8-60 to 8-66).

Comprehensive Development Ordinance - Citywide General Standards (fence provisions) adopted ordinance

Same zoning chapter: fence height/placement standards, fences within clear sight triangles along driveways and streets, and accessibility exceptions for fences/walls in required setbacks.

Machine-readable: fences.json · Official website: https://www.burlingtonvt.gov/ · Last verified 2026-09-22 · Fences & pool enclosures across Vermont · Fences & pool enclosures in other municipalities