Fences & pool enclosures — Hay Lakes, Alberta

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

In the Village of Hay Lakes, Alberta, fences & pool enclosures rules are set by Village of Hay Lakes Land Use Bylaw No. 06-2001, verified 2026-09-27. Max height front: 1m (3 ft.). Max height rear side: 2 m (6 ft.). Pool enclosure: Secured by approved fence/wall; gates with self-latching device and lock near top and inside; no barbed wire or electric-current device.

Village of Hay Lakes Land Use Bylaw No. 06-2001 adopted bylaw
max height rear side 2 m (6 ft.) s. 58(a)(ii)(2)
max height front 1m (3 ft.) s. 58(a)(ii)(1)
pool enclosure Secured by approved fence/wall; gates with self-latching device and lock near top and inside; no barbed wire or electric-current device. s. 57(a)
prohibited materials barbed wire; device for projecting an electric current s. 57(a)(iv)
scout note

Fences/hedges capped at 1m (front yard) and 2m (side/rear yard); swimming pools must be secured by an approved fence or wall with self-closing/latching gates providing equivalent protection.

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