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Fence and Pool Enclosure By-Law

2019 Proposed Changes

Committee of the Whole Council Meeting September 17, 2019

What Do We Have Now?

FENCE BY-LAW #2007-75

• Regulates height requirements and location
• Includes pool enclosure guidelines

COST SHARING BY-LAW #99-82

• Provides residents a guide on how the fence cost is to

be divided between property owners

• If the matter is not resolved by neighbours,

proceedings may go to the Appeals Committee

Current Enforcement Challenges

FENCE BY-LAW #2007-75

• Permits open construction only, while current building

practice is closed construction

• Does not address different fencing materials (ex. PVC)
• Setbacks
• No set fines

COST SHARING BY-LAW #99-82

• Outdated (ex. Map schedules from 1999)
• Lack of clarity for residents
• Requirement to go to the appeals committee

Proposed Changes

COST SHARING BY-LAW #2019-XX

• New tools/guide for property
• wners to recover the cost of a

fence that has been erected or repaired.

• Disputes are through a civil

process

• Provides clear step by step

template for residents to follow

• Opt out of the Line Fences Act

provision, authorized under the Municipal Act Section 98 (1)(2)

FENCE BY-LAW #2019-XX

• Better clarity on definitions and

regulations

• The pool and fence provisions are

separated into two by-laws

• Elimination of open construction

fence provision

• New height restrictions
• Regulations on livestock fencing,

snow fencing, arbours, privacy screens, and sight triangles

POOL ENCLOSURE BY-LAW #2019-XX

• Better clarity on definitions and

regulations

• New provisions and weight limit on

swim spas and hot tubs

• Outlines the requirements for the

application process

Open Construction vs Closed Construction

Comparison to Other Municipalities

MUNICIPALITY

HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS FRONT SIDE REAR CORNER LOT PRIVACY FENCE OPEN / CLOSED CONSTRUCTION

Town of East Gwillimbury

3ft 6ft 6ft 3ft 6ft with 25ft setback N/A Yes

Town of Newmarket

3ft 6ft 7ft 6ft high setback 16ft from sight triangle 9ft high Setback 4ft from side/rear No Provisions

City of Barrie

3.2ft min 1ft setback 6.5ft No setbacks 6.5ft No setbacks 6.5ft min 1ft setback N/A No Provisions

City of Vaughan

4ft 6ft 6ft N/A N/A No Provisions

Stouffville

3.3ft 7.2ft 7.2ft 3.3 ft 8.2ft 5.9ft on deck, deck setback No Provisions

Town of Ajax

3ft 6.5ft 6.5ft 6.5ft 8ft Setback 2.9ft from side/rear No Provisions

Comparison to Other Municipalities

MUNICIPALITY

HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS FRONT SIDE REAR CORNER LOT PRIVACY FENCE OPEN / CLOSED CONSTRUCTION

Town of East Gwillimbury

3ft 6ft 6ft 3ft 6ft with 25ft setback N/A Yes

Town of Bradford

2.95ft 2.95ft front half 6.56ft back half 6.56ft N/A N/A No Provisions

City of Markham

4ft 6ft 6ft Front/exterior 4ft Side 6ft Side/rear 15ft 6ft setback No Provisions

Township

• f King

4ft open construction 3ft closed construction 6ft 8ft 6ft Rear/ext 9.85ft 8.53ft on deck Setback 1.97ft Yes

Town of Whitby

3.3ft 6.6ft 6.6ft 6.6ft 14.7ft 6.6ft setback No Provisions

Bradford

3ft 6ft 6ft 4ft N/A 150mm open space

• Ensure that communities are built in a respectful

manner, with resident and business quality of life protected

• Continue to advocate for a safe and livable community

for our residents while leveraging opportunities and partnerships

• Create infrastructure to support healthy and active

lifestyles and connect residents with nature

• Enhance Customer Service focused culture with

increased engagement and communications

Proposed Timeline: Council October 1, 2019

Connecting Back to the Strategic Plan

Questions?