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Toronto's process starts with a Zoning Applicable Law Certificate from Toronto Building, followed by the Pool Fence Enclosure Permit application. A hot tub, whirlpool or spa with a permanently attached lockable cover can be exempt from the pool-fence permit.
Toronto requires owners of outdoor swimming pools and similar structures to apply for a Pool Fence Enclosure Permit.
A Zoning Applicable Law Certificate is required before the pool-fence permit application.
Toronto lists an exception where a hot tub, whirlpool or spa has a permanently attached lockable cover.
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Toronto requires owners of outdoor swimming pools and similar structures to apply for a Pool Fence Enclosure Permit.
A Zoning Applicable Law Certificate is required before the pool-fence permit application.
Toronto lists an exception where a hot tub, whirlpool or spa has a permanently attached lockable cover.
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The main guide keeps the permit trigger, zoning questions, documents, fees, timing and next steps together.
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