1335.21 DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS.
The Building Commissioner shall not issue a permit to construct or approve the construction of any public swimming pool or any alteration, addition, remodeling or other improvement thereto unless the following design and construction requirements are observed. Public swimming pools shall be constructed and maintained in conformity with the following requirements. For pools already in existence, the Safety Director and the Building Commissioner shall furnish the owners with a program of improvements and additions which shall be carried out over a period not to exceed five years, in order to comply with the requirements of this chapter for new pools.
(a) Materials. The water-containing surface of artificial swimming pools shall be light in color, impervious and provide a tight tank with smooth and easily cleaned surfaces. Sand or dirt bottoms are prohibited.
(b) Walls and Markings. The walls of the pool shall be vertical. Conspicuous markings shall be provided at regular intervals showing the depth of the pool. Special markings for large and odd-shaped pools shall be as prescribed by the Safety Director.
(c) Overflow Troughs and Skimmers. Each pool shall be equipped with an overflow trough or skimmers. Troughs shall be not less than three inches deep, extending completely around the perimeter of the pool. If skimmers are used, they shall be installed at the rate of one per 500 square feet of surface area of the pool.
(d) Water Supply and Outlets. The pool shall be equipped with water inlets and outlets of sufficient size and proper location to provide a uniform circulation of water in all parts of the pool. All water inlets shall be located not less than one foot above flood rim of the pool or shall be provided with a vacuum brake sufficient in size to prevent backflow in the event of lowered pressure in the public water lines. All drainage of the pool shall be into a storm outlet only.
(e) Separate Space for Bathers and Spectators. The design of the locker room, shower rooms and pool shall be such as to provide proper routing of bathers and complete separation of bathers and spectators.
(f) Heating. All indoor pools which are to be used when the outside temperature is below sixty degrees Fahrenheit shall be provided with facilities for uniform and adequate heating of the pool room, dressing rooms and water in the pool.
(g) Water in Pool. The water in the swimming pool shall meet the requirements of the County Board of Health for a safe drinking water supply.
(h) Recirculation. For new pools, provision shall be made for complete circulation of water through all parts of the pool. The system shall be equipped with a water recirculating system of sufficient capacity to provide a complete turnover of water at least once every eight hours. The installation of new pools of the "fill and draw,” type shall not be permitted. A satisfactory circulating system for the swimming pool shall be installed, consisting of a circulating pump, chemical dosing equipment (alum and alkali) or surge tank, float valve control on water supply, hair and lint catcher, chlorinator, indicator, recording and totalizing instrument, flow meters, pressure gauges, piping connection to inlets and outlets, dual drain system and all other necessary fixtures and connections. All equipment must be readily accessible and every pool shall be provided with necessary equipment for the measurement of acidity or alkalinity and for residual determinations. The equipment room shall be satisfactorily located and adequately drained.
(i) Indicating, Recording and Totalizing Instruments. When necessary, in the opinion of the Safety Director, indicating, recording and totalizing instruments, flow meters or indicators and pressure gauges shall be installed at such points as may be designated by the Safety Director.
(j) Hair and Lint Catchers. The pump suction line of the recirculating system shall be provided with a hair and lint catcher and with a vacuum gauge of such type and so located as to indicate when it is necessary to clean the catcher.
(k) Drinking Water. Lavatory and drinking water supplies shall be adequate in quality and quantity.
(1) Walks. Each public swimming pool shall be provided with a paved walk at least six feet in width so as to completely surround the pool. Such walk shall be drained away from the pool.
(m) Lighting. Lighting for a public swimming pool shall be adequate for the protection of the public, as determined by the Building Commissioner. All lighting and wiring shall be in accordance with the current edition of the National Electrical Code and all fixtures and equipment shall be "UL" approved.
(n) Hose. Hose connections and hose must be of ample size and pressure to clean all of the pool area.
(o) Towers and Steps. Steps and ladders must be made of impervious, corrosion-resistant materials, with a uniform rise not to exceed twelve inches. The decks of diving towers which are over one meter high shall be protected with suitable railings to prevent falling, except into the water.
(Ord. 2020-72. Passed 5-18-20.)