Flood protection in Oshawa
We found no City of Oshawa grant for backwater valves or sump pumps as of November 2026. Durham Region's Basement Flooding Loan Program is open to owners who've had a sanitary backup.
| Work | Amount |
|---|---|
| Backwater valve and sump pump after a sanitary backup | Durham Region loan (repayable) |
Get the loan terms from Durham Region before work starts, and confirm a building permit with the City. Program rules change; confirm with the official program before you book the work.
Bylaws & permits in Oshawa
- Fences: within 2 metres of the front lot line the limit is 0.9 metres, measured from the centreline of the street. Driveway and corner sight triangles are also 0.9 metres.
- Fences within 2 metres of a side or rear lot line can be up to 2.2 metres.
- Where your back yard meets a neighbour's front yard, the fence within 1 metre of that line is limited to 2.2 metres.
Digging for fence posts, a deck or a pool anywhere in Ontario? Request a free Ontario One Call locate at least 5 business days ahead. It's the law.
Who fixes what
- Durham Region runs water and sanitary sewers: 311 or 905-668-7711.
- Service Oshawa handles City matters such as property standards: 905-436-3311.
- Sewer blocked by tree roots? Durham will help clear it. Call your local Region works depot.
Power and gas
Oshawa Power supplies electricity in Oshawa, so it handles the disconnect and reconnect for a 200-amp service upgrade. Enbridge Gas supplies natural gas.
Oshawa cost guides
Prices in the Oshawa area follow the GTA ranges in each guide.
Heating & cooling: Furnace · AC & heat pump · Water heater
Exterior: Roof · Windows & doors · Eavestroughs · Fence · Garage door
Basement & structure: Waterproofing · Foundation cracks · Insulation
Interior renovation: Kitchen · Bathroom · Flooring
Plumbing & electrical: Plumbing & drains · Panel & EV charger
Pools & hot tubs: Pool repair · Hot tub repair
Common questions
How high can a front fence be in Oshawa?
0.9 metres within the first 2 metres of the front lot line. Beyond that, the front yard limit doesn't apply.
How high can a backyard fence be in Oshawa?
Up to 2.2 metres within 2 metres of a side or rear lot line.
Is there a basement flooding subsidy in Oshawa?
We found no grant. Durham Region offers a Basement Flooding Loan Program for owners who have had a sanitary backup.