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Blackfalds Fence Rules

AB, Canada

Official height limits, setbacks, materials, and permit rules for residential fencing in Blackfalds. Verified 2026-02-14.

Rear yard max

1.83 m (6 ft)

Front yard max

0.9 m (2.95 ft)

Permit

May be required

Permit details

A development permit may be required for fences atop retaining walls or berms. A building permit is required for retaining walls higher than 1.22m. Standard residential fences do NOT require a building permit; pool fences may.

Corner-lot rules

On corner lots, the narrowest width facing a street is considered the front yard for zoning. No development allowed within 3.0 m sight triangle at intersections.

Key restrictions

  • Fences not allowed on Town property: roadways, laneways, boulevards, public utility lots, municipal/environmental reserves.
  • No development within 3.0 m (9.84 ft) sight triangle at roadway intersections.

Call Alberta One-Call BEFORE digging

Free service. Call 1-800-242-3447 or visit albertaonecall.com to have buried utility lines (gas, power, fibre, water) flagged on your property. Cutting one is dangerous + expensive.

Source: Blackfalds Fencing Guidelines.pdf · Last verified 2026-02-14 · official page

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