Fence Installation Cost in Victoria (2026)

In the City of Victoria, residential fences are generally permitted up to 1.83 metres (6 feet) in side and rear yards and 1.22 metres (4 feet) in front yards. Fences exceeding these heights require a building permit, which costs approximately $100 for the application plus 1.4% of the construction value.

A 150-foot custom-built cedar fence in Victoria typically costs between $10,500 and $13,500 CAD, based on local rates of $70 to $90 per linear foot for Western Red Cedar materials and professional labor.

Yes, regulations vary by municipality. In Saanich, deer fences can reach up to 2.5 metres (8.2 feet) if they are non-opaque (see-through), whereas the City of Victoria typically limits all residential fences to 1.83 metres unless a variance is granted.

Under the BC Fences Act, neighbors are generally expected to share the cost of a 'sufficient' dividing fence equally. If one neighbor wants a premium material (like vinyl or high-end stone) that exceeds the cost of a standard sufficient fence, they are usually responsible for the price difference.

Professional removal and disposal in Victoria typically costs between $3 and $8 per linear foot. For a standard 150-foot backyard, homeowners should budget approximately $450 to $1,200 CAD for labor and landfill tipping fees.