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Fences & pool enclosures — St. Thomas, Ontario: Swimming Pool Fence By-Law No. 56-2011

In the City of St. Thomas, Ontario, fences & pool enclosures rules are set by Swimming Pool Fence By-Law No. 56-2011, verified 2026-09-21. A permit is required. Pool enclosure: Not less than 1.2m (48 inches) above Finished Grade; gate must have self-closing and self-latching device, latching device at top on pool side.

Swimming Pool Fence By-Law No. 56-2011 adopted bylaw

permit required	yes	s. 7: "a Swimming Pool Fence Permit has been issued by the Chief Building Official"
pool enclosure	Not less than 1.2m (48 inches) above Finished Grade; gate must have self-closing and self-latching device, latching device at top on pool side	s. 18(a); s. 21(c)

scout note

Requires every outdoor swimming pool to be enclosed by a fence at least 1.2 m (48in) high with openings no larger than 10cm, self-closing/self-latching gates, and a building permit before construction or replacement of the enclosure.