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Fences & pool enclosures — Perth South, Ontario: By-law 53-2006 (amending 40-1999) - Regulate Outdoor Swimming Pools

In the Township of Perth South, Ontario, fences & pool enclosures rules are set by By-law 53-2006 (amending 40-1999) - Regulate Outdoor Swimming Pools, verified 2026-09-25. A permit is required. Pool enclosure: Minimum 1.2 m height above finished grade; self-locking gate; bottom no more than 7.5 cm above grade; permanent fence within 60 days of pool completion.

By-law 53-2006 (amending 40-1999) - Regulate Outdoor Swimming Pools adopted bylaw

permit required	yes	s. 3(i)–(ii): plans must be submitted and Municipal Council/authorized agent must be satisfied with fencing proposed
pool enclosure	Minimum 1.2 m height above finished grade; self-locking gate; bottom no more than 7.5 cm above grade; permanent fence within 60 days of pool completion.	s. 2(i), s. 2(iii), s. 2(vi), s. 2(ix)

scout note

Requires outdoor pools be fenced min. 1.2m high; chain-link openings max 6cm diameter, wood/metal vertical fence openings max 10.25cm; self-locking gate; fence bottom no more than 7.5cm above grade.