Burlington · Halton

Deck Builders and Fence Company in Burlington

Composite and wood decks, privacy fences, gates and railings for homes and properties across Burlington, from Aldershot and Roseland to Millcroft, Headon Forest and Alton Village.

Local rules

Burlington deck and fence rules at a glance

From the City of Burlington. Rules change, so we confirm them for your address before building.

Deck permits

600 mm · 10 m²

Needed if the deck is attached, detached and over 10 m², over 600 mm high, or covered.

Front yard fence

1.2 m

Within 3 m of the street line.

Rear and side yard fence

2 m

Up to 2.3 m on sloped ground if the low end of the section stays at 2 m.

Visibility triangles

1 m

Solid fencing and landscaping stay under 1 m in visibility triangles.

Sources: City of Burlington, Decks, porches and patios, Fences, Fence and privacy screen handout.

Building in Burlington

Sloped lots and the Escarpment

Burlington lets fences step up to 2.3 m on sloped ground as long as the lowest point of each section stays at 2 m. On hilly lots, that keeps the top line level without breaking the bylaw.

Properties within Conservation Halton or Niagara Escarpment Commission areas need to check with those agencies before building. No permit is needed for a typical fence.

Neighbourhoods and communities we serve

  • Aldershot
  • Downtown Burlington
  • Roseland
  • Shoreacres
  • Tyandaga
  • Brant Hills
  • Headon Forest
  • Millcroft
  • Orchard
  • Alton Village
  • Palmer
  • Tansley

Also serving nearby Oakville, Milton, Halton Hills and Mississauga.

Burlington deck and fence questions

My yard slopes. Can my fence be taller than 2 m in Burlington?
Yes, up to 2.3 m, as long as the lowest height of that 3 m fence section doesn't exceed 2 m. It's designed for exactly this situation.
Does a covered deck need a permit in Burlington?
Yes. Burlington requires a permit for any covered or roofed deck, as well as attached decks, decks over 600 mm and detached decks over 10 m².
How do I get a deck or fence quote in Burlington?
Send your address, photos of the yard and rough sizes through our quote form, or call 647-280-9495. We review the details and book a site visit.

Building in Burlington?

Send your address, photos of the yard and what you have in mind.

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