Richmond Hill pool cabanas
Pool Cabanas and Pool Houses in Richmond Hill
Cedar pool cabanas and pool houses for Richmond Hill backyards, designed and built by a team based next door in Aurora.
The short answer
We design and build pool cabanas in Richmond Hill from our shop next door in Aurora. Choose a standard cabana or a custom pool house with a change room, bar or washroom. We prepare the drawings for the City of Richmond Hill permit when one is needed, build the parts in our shop and install the cabana ourselves.
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Pool cabanas we build in Richmond Hill
Richmond Hill is right next door to our shop in Aurora, so it is one of the areas we work in most. We build cedar pool cabanas and pool houses for Richmond Hill homes, either from our standard pool cabanas or as custom pool cabanas designed for your yard, your pool and the style of your house.
Poolside cabana
Shade and storage
A covered seating area with a storage room for chairs, floats and pool equipment.
Entertaining cabana
Bar and lounge
Open sides, a bar counter and room for a table, so the pool area works for guests.
Pool house
Changing and washroom
An enclosed building with a change room, a washroom and sometimes a kitchenette or lounge.
Richmond Hill properties and cabana planning
Richmond Hill has a mix of lot types. Many subdivisions have average-sized backyards where the pool, patio and a cabana all have to share the space. Older streets and the estate lots in the north of the city have more room, but often have mature trees and slopes to plan around. Grade changes can affect the foundation and the height of the cabana, so we measure them at the first visit.
If your lot backs onto a ravine or creek, the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) may need to review the project. Parts of northern Richmond Hill also sit on the Oak Ridges Moraine, where extra planning rules can apply. We check both early in the design.
Why Cedar Wood Structures
- 28 years designing and building in Aurora
- Owner Val Dumitriu holds a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering
- Parts built in our shop, then installed on site
- Plans and permit drawings prepared by our team
- Free design consultation at your home
Richmond Hill permits and zoning
The City of Richmond Hill sets its own zoning by-law and building permit rules for accessory buildings, including size, height, setbacks and lot coverage. Plumbing and electrical work in a pool house usually add to what is reviewed. Check with the City of Richmond Hill; we confirm the rules for your lot during design.
When a permit is needed, our design team prepares the plans and permit drawings and helps you with the application.
Roof styles for a pool cabana
| Roof | Look | Works well when |
|---|---|---|
| Gable | Classic peaked roof | You want the cabana to match a traditional house, with height inside for a ceiling fan. |
| Hip | Sloped on all four sides | The cabana is seen from several sides, or you want a lower, compact profile. |
| Shed or flat | Clean and modern | The house is contemporary, or the cabana sits close to a fence where height is limited. |
If your backyard is on the small side, our article on designing a pool house for a small yard shows layouts that save space.
Planning a pool cabana in Richmond Hill?
Book a free design consultation. We’re just up the road in Aurora, so a site visit is quick to arrange.
How a Richmond Hill project works
Design
A free consultation at your home, then a design drawn around your pool and yard.
Drawings
We prepare the drawings and help with the City of Richmond Hill permit if needed.
Shop build
The walls, roof framing and trim are built in our Aurora shop, a short drive away.
Installation
Our crew installs the cabana on its foundation.
Our owner, Val Dumitriu, holds a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering and has more than 20 years of construction experience. He leads a small team of designers and tradesmen, and we have been building cedar structures for 28 years.
Our cabana work
Comparing builders? Our tips on choosing a cabana designer cover what to ask before you sign.
“Val went above and beyond to make sure we were 100% happy with the work throughout the design, construction and completion phase of our Cabana.”
Google review, pool cabana
We build across Richmond Hill, including Oak Ridges, and the rest of York Region. Nearby, we also build pool cabanas in Markham and are pool house builders in Toronto.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a permit for a pool cabana in Richmond Hill?
It depends on the size of the cabana and whether it has plumbing or electrical. The City of Richmond Hill sets its own building permit and zoning rules for accessory buildings. We check what applies to your lot during design and prepare the drawings if a permit is needed.
What setbacks apply to a pool cabana in Richmond Hill?
Setbacks depend on your zone and the size and height of the cabana, and are set by the City of Richmond Hill zoning by-law. Check with the City; we confirm the setbacks for your lot before the design is final.
Does the Oak Ridges Moraine affect building a cabana in Richmond Hill?
It can. Parts of northern Richmond Hill are on the Oak Ridges Moraine, where extra planning rules may apply, and lots near a ravine may need a review by the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA). We check this early in the design.
Can you build a cabana on a sloped Richmond Hill lot?
Yes. We measure the grade at the first visit and design the foundation and floor height to suit it. A slope can affect the overall height of the cabana, which matters for zoning, so we plan for it from the start.
How quickly can you visit a Richmond Hill property?
Richmond Hill is next door to our Aurora shop, so a site visit is easy to arrange. Book a free design consultation and we’ll set a time that suits you.
Related services and guides
Ready to plan your Richmond Hill cabana?
Book a free design consultation. We’ll visit your yard, talk through how you use the pool and design a cabana that fits.
Permit and zoning information on this page is general guidance. The City of Richmond Hill sets its own rules for accessory buildings, so always confirm the requirements with the City before you build.