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GTA Fencing Company is proud to serve the growing community of Whitby. From the family-friendly neighborhoods of Brooklin to the established areas downtown, we install high-quality, long-lasting fences that provide security, privacy, and curb appeal, all while meeting the Town of Whitby's standards.
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Complete Fence Installation and Repair Solutions for Whitby Homes and Businesses
Residential Fencing Services
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Fence Maintenance & Fence Repair Services
Service Availability in Whitby
Full service in all Whitby communities, including Brooklin, Williamsburg, and the Port Whitby area. We are your local fence experts.
Whitby By-Laws & Regulations
Thorough knowledge of the Town of Whitby's fence by-law to ensure your project is completed correctly. A hassle-free process from start to finish.
Area-Specific Challenges
Durable fence solutions perfect for new suburban developments and older established lots. The right fence to match your home's style and needs.
Neighbourhoods We Serve near and in Whitby
Brooklin
Williamsburg
Pringle Creek
Port Whitby
Taunton North
Downtown Whitby
Frequently Asked Questions about Fencing in Whitby
What is the maximum allowed height for a backyard fence in Whitby?
The maximum allowed height for a backyard fence in Whitby is 2.0 metres (6 feet 6 inches).
Fence posts and decorative fence post features are permitted to project a maximum of 200 millimetres above the 2.0 metre fence height. Properties that abut arterial roads as defined in the Town of Whitby or Region of Durham Official Plans are permitted fence heights of 2.4 metres for the portion of the fence that abuts the arterial road. The height is measured from the higher adjacent grade where there is a grade difference on each side of the fence.
Are there any restrictions on fence materials in Whitby?
Yes, Whitby restricts hazardous fence materials in residential areas, and barbed wire and electric fences are prohibited on residential properties.
Barbed wire is prohibited on residential properties, and electric fencing is prohibited except for land used for farming purposes.
Hazardous materials such as razor wire are prohibited, and staff have proposed modernized wording that prohibits any hazardous fence materials on any lands.
Chain link, wood, vinyl, masonry, and similar conventional materials are permitted when built to by-law standards, while Town-owned noise walls are exempt from the by-law.
Do I need a permit for fence repairs in Whitby?
No, fence repairs in Whitby are permit‑exempt, and a fence is not a building-permit project in the Town's guidance.
Routine repairs are required to keep fences in good repair and are required to meet the Fence By-law's height, construction, and safety standards. Pool-related fence work is required to follow the Pool Enclosure Permit rules if a pool enclosure is affected, and that enclosure is required to meet enclosure standards before pool use.
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