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Deck Builders and Fence Company in Oshawa

Composite and wood decks, privacy fences, gates and railings for homes and properties across Oshawa, from Lakeview and McLaughlin to Samac, Windfields and Kedron.

Local rules

Oshawa deck and fence rules at a glance

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

Deck permits

24 in

No permit if the deck is 24 in or less above the ground and doesn't support a roof.

Front yard fence

0.9 m

Front yard fences are limited to 0.9 m.

Rear and side lot lines

2.2 m

Fences within 2 m of a rear or side lot line can be up to 2.2 m.

Sight triangles

0.9 m

Everything in corner and driveway sight triangles stays under 0.9 m.

Sources: City of Oshawa, Decks, Fence and sight triangle bylaw 23-2014, Pool enclosure bylaw.

Building in Oshawa

Taller boundary fences, lower front fences

Oshawa allows boundary fences up to 2.2 m near rear and side lot lines, taller than many GTA cities. Front yards are the opposite at 0.9 m.

Pool fences must be at least 1.5 m. For properties near flood plains, fill-regulated areas or creeks, the City directs owners to the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority.

Neighbourhoods and communities we serve

  • Downtown Oshawa
  • Lakeview
  • McLaughlin
  • O'Neill
  • Donevan
  • Eastdale
  • Samac
  • Centennial
  • Windfields
  • Kedron
  • Taunton
  • Columbus

Also serving nearby Whitby, Clarington, Scugog and Ajax.

Oshawa deck and fence questions

How tall can my backyard fence be in Oshawa?
Fences within 2 m of a rear or side lot line can be up to 2.2 m under Oshawa's fence bylaw.
Does a roof over my deck change the permit rules in Oshawa?
Yes. Oshawa's no-permit rule only applies to decks 24 in or lower that don't support a roof. A covered deck needs a permit.
How do I get a deck or fence quote in Oshawa?
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.

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