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Fences & pool enclosures — Sidney, British Columbia: Zoning Bylaw No. 2275

In the Town of Sidney, British Columbia, fences & pool enclosures rules are set by Zoning Bylaw No. 2275, verified 2026-08-28. Max height front: 1.2 metres. Max height rear side: 1.8 metres. Sight triangle: No vegetation shall obstruct visual clearance between 1 metres and 3 metres above the crown of the abutting streets at intersections.

Zoning Bylaw No. 2275 adopted bylaw

max height rear side	1.8 metres	s. 6.1.a
max height front	1.2 metres	s. 6.1.b
pool enclosure	Fence must surround pool; 1.2m-1.8m height; self-closing/locking gate; non-climbable surface; specific materials (e.g. chain link <=5cm openings); max 10mm ground clearance.	s. 6.1.h
sight triangle	No vegetation shall obstruct visual clearance between 1 metres and 3 metres above the crown of the abutting streets at intersections.	s. 6.4.a

scout note

Fences/gates max 1.8m, less in front/exterior side yards; private pool enclosures require a fully enclosing fence 1.2-1.8m high with self-closing, lockable gate.