The Town Of LaSalle - Installation of Fences and Swimming Pool Enclosures A Homeowner’s Guide

Provide a scaled site plan showing shape and location of swimming pool, fencing, gate location, decks, pool equipment (pump, filters and heaters), and all accessory structures (garage, sheds).
Note that a separate building permit are required for accessory structures. Any structure greater than 100 Square feet require a building permit and must be located a minimum of 5’-0” from the rear and side property lines. Any structure less than a 100 square feet does not require a building permit however must have a minimum of 2’-0” setback from the rear and side property lines. A minimum of 4.5 m (14’-9”) set back is required for corner lots.

Step #2

Complete a swimming pool application. Current fee is $50.00 with a $200.00 indemnity deposit. The indemnity deposit will be returned after final inspection is complete and approved.

During and After Construction

During the installation of the swimming pool the yard must be secured with a temporary fence or combination of permanent and temporary fences must be used.
Any alterations to the existing rear yard catch basin must be re-inspected.
Arrangements must be made to have inspections completed for the swimming pool and pool enclosure. Inspections can be booked at 519-969-7770 extension 245.

Residential Swimming Pools and Fence Information

Construction of swimming pool and fence enclosures must comply with the Town of LaSalle fence By-law and setback requirements. It is the responsibility of the homeowner to obtain a permit to install a swimming pool. Swimming pool cannot be installed without proper fencing.

Requirements for swimming pools enclosures (Fencing)

Fence permits are not required, however all new fences must comply with the Town of LaSalle Fence By-Law 5136.
Pool enclosures are required for all swimming pools that are more than 24” deep and a 1000 gallons or more.
Minimum height for any pool enclosure is 48”.
Above ground pools can serve as an enclosure provided the pool wall is a minimum 48” high and any access into the pool is restricted. This requirement does not apply to inflatable pools.
Construction of pool enclosures (fence) shall not have any horizontal members than can facilitate climb ability. Such members shall have a minimum distance of 32” apart. (Refer to fence drawings)
A fence of chain link construction that forms part of the swimming pool enclosure shall have a mesh not greater than 1 ½” x 1 ½”. (Refer to fence drawings)
Any gate that is provided in a swimming pool enclosure must be self-closing and self-latching.
Fences shall be installed on owner’s property. The installation of a fence on a neighbouring property can lead to civil litigation and additional cost to relocate the fence. The Town of LaSalle does not get involved in any boundary disputes.
Barbed wire fence and electrical fences are not permitted.
Maximum height of any type of fence is 6’-0” including any latticework.
Any fencing in the front yard must have a maximum height of 4’-0” and be of open type and cannot extend beyond the front yard property line.

Requirements for swimming pools,

Swimming pool permits are required for all types of swimming pools (above ground, in-ground and inflatable pools).
A minimum 4’-0” setback shall be maintained from the property line to the waters edge of the swimming pool.
A minimum 4’-0” setback shall be maintained from the property line to all pumps, heaters, and filters.
In ground swimming pools shall be installed as to not affect neighbouring properties. Must maintain own water runoff and proper grading
Any relocation of rear yard catch basin to accommodate the swimming pool must be re-inspected.
The following information is provided as a guideline only. For additional information please contact the Planning and Development Services at 519-969- 7770 extension 245.
Please be advised that these requirements are subject to change without notice.

Large Inflatable Swimming Pools

For the protection of all citizens, if you own a inflatable pool or are considering purchase one, please be advised that a pool permit and the installation of a pool enclosure is required that is in compliance with all the provisions of the fence By-law. No person shall place water in an inflatable swimming pool until such requirements have been fulfilled.

If you have any questions about the information provided please contact the Town of LaSalle Planning and Development Services at 519-969-7770 extension 245 of email aavolio@town.lasalle.on.ca

Department of Planning and Development Services
5950 Malden Road
LaSalle, Ontario
N9H 1S4
Phone: 519-969-7770 Fax: 519-969-9852