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You can build a fence in the City of Burlington without a permit, but there are certain regulations that apply to:

Our Division Fence Bylaw and Pool Fencing Bylaw address the types of fences which are allowed and their required heights.

Height regulations for fences vary for properties with pools, corner lots, through lots and visibility triangles.

Most lots in the City of Burlington are interior lots, meaning they face onto a street and have other properties on either side. The maximum fence height on an interior lot is two metres, except within 3 metres of the front property line, where the maximum fence height is 1.2 metres.

The maximum fence height on a through lot or corner lot is two metres, except within three metres of the front property line where the maximum fence height is 1.22 metres. A through lot has a street at the front and the rear, while a corner lot may be created by an intersection or a sharp bend in a street.

Where two streets intersect, a visibility triangle is required. Any solid fence or wall within this triangle cannot be higher than 1m above the pavement in the middle of the intersection. Most properties require a nine metre visibility triangle. This may vary between different zoning requirements. Contact zoning staff at 905-335-7642 for requirements in your area.

There are some differences between what fence materials are allowed for division and pool fences.

There are no restrictions on materials that can be used to build a division fence. A variety of fencing is permitted, including:

Please refer to our Division Fence Bylaw for more information.

Privately owned swimming pools must have fences built and maintained around them. There are restrictions on materials that can be used to build pool fences. All pool fencing must comply with the Pool Fencing Bylaw. If you have any questions regarding your existing or proposed pool fencing, please contact the bylaw enforcement officer for your area. Call 905-335-7731 for a free pre-application pool fencing consultation.

Review some of our frequently asked questions about division fences and more.

Privacy screens are permitted on decks and balconies for detached, semi-detached, duplex, triplex, fourplex, and townhouse dwellings with the following regulations:

For more information contact Zoning at 905-335-7642.

426 Brant Street, PO Box 5013, Burlington, Ontario L7R 3Z6

Email: city@burlington.ca Phone: 905-335-7777

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