Fences in Ontario are governed by two layers: the provincial Line Fences Act (cost-sharing with neighbours on boundary fences) and municipal bylaws (height limits, setbacks).
GTA height limits (rear/side | front):
- Toronto: 2.0m | 1.0m
- Mississauga: 2.4m | 0.9m
- Brampton/Vaughan/Markham: varies – always check your bylaw
Pool enclosures: Ontario requires minimum 1.2m fence around all outdoor pools with self-closing, self-latching gate. Non-compliance is a safety violation.
Material cost ranges (per linear foot installed):
- Cedar/PT pine: $25-$50
- Vinyl/PVC: $35-$65
- Aluminum: $45-$80
- Composite: $55-$90
For shared fence disputes, the Line Fences Act provides an arbitration process through municipal fence viewers – binding decisions within 4-8 weeks.
Has anyone dealt with a Line Fences Act dispute in the GTA? What was the outcome?
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