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Innisfail Fence Rules

AB, Canada

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

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Rear yard max

2 m (6.56 ft)

Front yard max

1 m (3.28 ft)

Permit

Required

Permit details

A development permit IS required for any fence construction in a residential district. Barbed wire and electrified fences are prohibited unless approved by the MPC.

Corner-lot rules

Restrictions in section 3.13 (corner sites) of the Land Use Bylaw apply.

⛔ Prohibited materials

  • • barbed wire
  • • electrified

Key restrictions

  • Residential district fences cannot exceed 2 m (7 ft) for portions not extending beyond the foremost main building line.
  • Residential district fences cannot exceed 1 m (3 ft) for portions extending beyond the foremost main building line or into the required front yard.
  • Other districts: fence height determined by the Development Authority.

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

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