The City of Ottawa is reviewing Pool Enclosure By-law 2001-259 and is looking for feedback from the public on the proposed changes. The By-law has not been subject of an in-depth review and update since 2001.

This review addresses a number of issues intended to strengthen safety regulations aimed at preventing drowning incidents involving young children.  This includes a proposal to require four-sided pool enclosures around all new private pools, which includes a fence between the dwelling and the pool.  Continue Reading »Proposed Changes to the Pool Enclosure Bylaw