Fence & Deck Builders in Richmond
Pillar Fence & Deck builds new wood fences, decks and custom gates for homes in Richmond, and repairs the ones worth keeping. We come to you.
What we build in Richmond
Fence Building & Repairs
Custom wooden fences, privacy fencing, replacements, post repairs and panel repairs.
Deck Building & Repairs
New wood and composite decks, full deck replacements, board replacement and deck repairs.
Custom Gates & Repairs
Wooden garden gates, entry gates, new installations, replacements, hardware and alignment repairs.
Rot Repair & Small Outdoor Builds
Wood rot repair, trim and fascia, outdoor steps and handrails, and small builds like screens and planters.
Richmond fence rules
Richmond limits fence heights in residential zones under section 6.8 of Zoning Bylaw 8500.
- No more than 2.0 m (6.6 ft) in residential zones.
- No more than 1.2 m (3.9 ft) in the front yard, or anywhere between the house and the front lot line.
- Up to 2.4 m along a lot line shared with a non-residential zone.
- Height is measured from the average finished grade 1.0 m from both sides of the property line.
Source: Richmond Zoning Bylaw, Section 6: Landscaping and Screening. Checked October 2026. Rules change, so confirm with the City before you build.
Richmond deck permits
Richmond says a building permit is required for all deck structures.
- Decks 0.6 m (2 ft) or higher must also meet property setback requirements.
Source: City of Richmond: Do I need a building permit for a deck?. Checked October 2026. Rules change, so confirm with the City before you build.
Richmond questions
How tall can a fence be in Richmond?
No more than 2.0 m (6.6 ft) in residential zones. No more than 1.2 m (3.9 ft) in the front yard, or anywhere between the house and the front lot line.
Do I need a permit to build a deck in Richmond?
Richmond says a building permit is required for all deck structures.
Planning a project in Richmond?
New build or repair, send a short description and a few photos. We reply with next steps and, where photos are enough, a realistic price range.