Fence Services in Toronto

Backyard fences in Toronto are generally limited to 2.0 m under the local by-law. We offer professional fence installation in Toronto and surrounding areas. Property Fence specializes in wood, iron, and chain-link fences, providing local expertise, quality materials, and reliable service for homes and businesses in Toronto. Explore our fence options below and request an estimate today!

Fence installation in Toronto

As Toronto's premier fence installation specialists, Property Fence serves all districts from downtown to the suburbs. Our local expertise includes navigating Toronto's building codes and working with the city's diverse architectural styles.

What we account for in Toronto

  • Heritage district compliance
  • High-density urban installations
  • Condo and townhouse fences
  • Ravine-lot installations

Neighbourhoods we serve

From the Financial District to North York, we've completed fence installations in neighbourhoods across the city, including The Beaches, Leslieville, King West, and The Annex.

Local considerations

Toronto's urban density requires specialized fence solutions. We understand property line complexities and the Chapter 447 height rules, and handle installations from small downtown lots to expansive properties in areas like Forest Hill and Rosedale.

Local rules

Fence by-laws in Toronto

Short answers taken from the municipal by-law, each with a link to the official source.

Max height, rear yard
2.0 m
Max height near the street
1.2 m
Min pool enclosure height
1.2 m

How tall can a fence be in Toronto?

Rear and side yards: 2.0 m. Front yard: 1.2 m within 2.4 m of the street line (2.0 m further back). A fence within 2.4 m of a driveway must be chain-link or another open design for at least 2.4 m from the lot line where the driveway begins.

Source: Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 447, Fences(opens in a new tab)

Do I need a permit for a fence in Toronto?

Chapter 447 sets height limits for ordinary fences. A fence taller than those limits needs an exemption from the City, and a pool enclosure needs a permit.

Source: Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 447, Fences(opens in a new tab)

What are the pool fence rules in Toronto?

Minimum enclosure height: 1.2 m on a single residential property. You need a pool enclosure permit before you dig for or put up the pool, and the City inspects the permanent enclosure before the pool is filled.

Source: Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 447: swimming pool enclosures(opens in a new tab)

Does a conservation authority affect fence work in Toronto?

If the lot is in a TRCA-regulated area, such as a valley, floodplain or shoreline, work there can need a TRCA permit. Ontario Regulation 41/24 exempts some fences that meet set criteria.

Source: Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA): planning and permits(opens in a new tab)

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By-laws change, and corner lots, heritage properties and easements can add limits. Confirm with your municipality before you build.

Our fences

Fence types we install in Toronto

Wood Fence
Natural Beauty Meets Durability

Wood Fence

Wood fences provide a classic and timeless look that enhances the visual appeal of your property.

Features

  • Pressure-treated or Cedar
  • Fully customizable
  • Available for Residential and Commercial
  • Installed year-round, including winter
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Iron Fence
Timeless Elegance with Unmatched Security

Iron Fence

Iron fences exude elegance and sophistication, making them ideal for enhancing the curb appeal of your property.

Features

  • Steel or Aluminum
  • Durable and requires minimal maintenance
  • Available for Residential and Commercial
  • All-season scheduling available
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Next steps

Planning a fence in Toronto?

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Fence removal

We take the old fence out first, posts and footings included, as part of the same job.
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From site visit to install

How a project works

Consultation, site inspection, design and proposal, then installation by our own crew.
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Our local expertise in Toronto means we understand your community's unique needs. From permits to property lines, we handle every detail to ensure your fence installation exceeds expectations.

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We serve Toronto and surrounding area.

  • Downtown Core
  • Midtown
  • West End
  • East End
  • North Toronto

Looking for fence installation in a specific location or neighborhood? Contact us to discuss your project.

Toronto fence FAQs

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Not without approval. Chapter 447 caps most residential fences at 2.0 m. Outside the front yard, the limit is 2.5 m where the fence abuts a street, a walkway, or a multi-residential or non-residential property. Anything taller needs a fence exemption from the City.
Chapter 447 requires chain-link or another open design for a fence within 2.4 m of a driveway, for at least 2.4 m from the lot line where the driveway begins. Beyond that, solid wood or iron panels can go up to the normal height limit.
No. Both are part of the City of Toronto, so the same Municipal Code Chapter 447 applies across Toronto, Etobicoke, Scarborough and North York.
Yes. We install wood, iron and chain-link fences in Toronto for homes and businesses. That includes Downtown Core, Midtown, West End, East End and North Toronto.
Yes. We install fences in all four seasons, winter included, so a Toronto project does not have to wait for spring.
Yes. We remove wood, iron, chain-link and vinyl fences, including posts and footings, and haul the debris away.