Fences and Gates
A guide to prepare for a fence or gate project.
Make sure you plan ahead before you start your fence or gate project so you can identify things that my impact your project during the planning stage, while your project is underway, and after it's complete.
Fences are a necessary safety feature and must be installed around all types of pools including inflatable ones, hot tubs and landscape pond features.
Project preparation
Trees on your property, your neighbor's property and on the municipal right of way may require tree protection, particularly when heavy equipment and excavation is involved. In certain instances, a permit may be required to remove private trees. Learn more about tree removal and how to find a licensed arborist.
- By-law 2002-034, as amended, is a by-law to regulate fences and privacy screens. To view this by-law and any amendments to the by-law please visit our by-law search page and enter 2002-034 in the search field.
- Guide to Fences (pdf)
To add or replace a fence on your property you will need to complete:
- Development Engineering Permit Application (site alt., pools, road cuts, TSO, driveways)
Visit our Development Engineering Permit page for more details.
You may need a Gate and Park Access Permit if:
- You require temporary access to a town park for construction projects such as private pool installation or landscaping
- You wish to install and maintain a gate in any fence separating a residential property from a town park
Your project may require additional approvals from other town departments or other agencies. Please visit the Other Agency Approvals page for details.