Fences & pool enclosures — Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador

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

In the City of Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador, fences & pool enclosures rules are set by City of Corner Brook Swimming Pool Regulations, verified 2026-08-29. A permit is required. Pool enclosure: Fence not less than 1.8 m high shall enclose all swimming pools and hot tubs; gates self-closing and self-latching, closed and locked while unattended.

City of Corner Brook Swimming Pool Regulations adopted bylaw
permit required yes s. 4: 'A permit shall be obtained from the City Development Inspection Office'
pool enclosure Fence not less than 1.8 m high shall enclose all swimming pools and hot tubs; gates self-closing and self-latching, closed and locked while unattended. s. 17, s. 22(b)(c)(d)
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Requires a fence at least 1.8m high enclosing all swimming pools and hot tubs (portable pools/covered hot tubs exempt); fence must sit at least 1m from the pool, gates must self-close and self-latch, and no variance below these heights is permitted.

Machine-readable: fences.json · Official website: http://www.cornerbrook.com/ · Last verified 2026-08-29 · Fences & pool enclosures across Newfoundland and Labrador · Fences & pool enclosures in other municipalities