1335.20 PLANS TO BE SUBMITTED TO BUILDING DEPARTMENT.

   Plans, specifications and pertinent explanatory data submitted in connection with an application for a permit to construct a public swimming pool or any alteration, addition, remodeling or other improvement thereto shall comply with the following requirements and shall include the following plans and information as well as such data as may reasonably be requested by the Safety Director or the Building Commissioner:

   (a)    Plans shall be drawn to a scale of not less than one-eighth inch per foot, indicating all materials and methods of construction and indicating all dimensions, including the length, width and depth of the pool and the width of the pool deck;

   (b)    A profile plan showing the same information;

   (c)    A plot plan showing the position of the pool in relation to buildings and lot lines;

   (d)    A cross-section of scum gutters, skimmers or overflow troughs, where used;

   (e)    Pipe diagrams showing the size of all pipes, inlets, outlets, makeup water lines, vacuum lines, waster and discharge lines, circulation and other piping;

   (f)    The pool equipment room layout, showing filters, their location, pumps, chlorinators, chemical feeders, flow meter gauges, sight glass, strainers, hair and lint interceptors, dimensions of the filter room and its location, floor drain, sumps and other pertinent information;

   (g)    The liquid capacity of the pool;

   (h)   The liquid capacity of an accessory wading pool, if any;

   (i)    The kind, number and size of filters, including the square footage of the filter area in each unit;

   (j)    The top capacity in gallons per minute, of the recirculating system;

   (k)    A description of chemical feeders for soda ash and alum;

   (l)   The type, kind and description of chlorinator;

   (m)    The type and range of testing equipment, including chlorine;

   (n)    A description and plan of lighting facilities;

   (o)    The type, design and location of enclosing fence. (1964 Code §56.20)

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.)

1335.22 OPERATION OF POOLS.

   Pools shall be operated at all times in compliance with the requirements and standards of the Cuyahoga County Health Department.

(Ord.  2020-72.  Passed 5-18-20.)

RESIDENTIAL SWIMMING POOLS

1335.29 LOCATION OF RESIDENTIAL SWIMMING POOLS.

   (a)    No residential swimming pool (hereinafter referred to in this section as "pool") shall be constructed except on the same lot as the owner's dwelling or, if it is under the same ownership as the dwelling, on a vacant lot immediately contiguous thereto. The following conditions must be met if the pool is to be located on the same building lot as the dwelling of the owner:

      (1)    The pool must be constructed in the rear yard, but not closer at any point than ten feet from the building itself.

      (2)    The pool must be enclosed by a fence as required by the ordinances of the City. 

      (3)    A fence surrounding or partially surrounding a pool shall not be closer than six feet to the edge of the pool at any point.

      (4)    The surface area of the pool may not exceed twenty-five percent of the area of the rear yard.

   (b)    When a pool is located on a lot contiguous to the lot on which the owner's house is located and under the same ownership as the dwelling, the following conditions must be met:

      (1)    No part of the pool shall be located forward of the setback line of the owner's dwelling.

      (2)    No part of the pool shall be closer than ten feet from the owner's dwelling and no closer than sixteen feet from any property line of any other property owner.

      (3)    No pool shall be built across any property line, regardless of the ownership thereof.

      (4)    If the contiguous lot has frontage on a street other than on which the owner's dwelling is located, no part of the pool shall be forward of the minimum setback line. (Ord.  2020-72.  Passed 5-18-20.)

1335.30 PLANS TO BE SUBMITTED TO BUILDING DEPARTMENT.

   Plans, specifications and pertinent explanatory data required to be submitted in connection with an application for a permit to construct a family swimming pool or any alteration, addition, remodeling or other improvement thereto, shall comply with the following requirements, and shall include the following plans and information, as well as such other data as may reasonably be requested by the Safety Director and the Building Commissioner:

   (a)    Plans shall be drawn to a scale of not less than one-eighth inch per foot, indicating all materials and methods of construction and all dimensions, including the length, width and depth of the pool and the width of the pool deck;

   (b)    A profile plan showing the same information;

   (c)    A plot plan showing the position of the pool in relation to buildings and lot lines;

   (d)    A cross-section of scum gutters, skimmers or overflow troughs, where used;

   (e)    Pipe diagrams showing the size of all pipes, inlets, outlets, makeup water lines, vacuum lines, waste and discharge lines, circulating and other piping;

   (f)    The pool equipment layout, showing filters, pumps, chlorinators, hair and lint interceptors and their locations and other pertinent information;

   (g)    The liquid capacity of the pool;

   (h)    The liquid capacity of an accessory wading pool, if any;

   (i)    The kind, number and size of filters, including the square footage of the filter area in each unit;

   (j)    The top capacity in gallons per minute;

   (k)    The method of chlorination to be used;

   (l)    The type and range of testing equipment;

   (m)    The type, design and location of enclosing fence;

   (n)    A description and plan of lighting facilities.

      (1964 Code §56.31)

1335.31 DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS.

   The Building Commissioner shall not issue a permit to construct any family swimming pool or any alteration, addition, remodeling or other improvement thereto, unless the following design and construction requirements are observed. Swimming pools shall be constructed and maintained in conformity with the following requirements. For pools already in existence, the Safety Director and the Inspector of Buildings shall furnish the owners with a program of improvements and additions which shall be carried out over a period not to exceed five years after notice, in order to comply with the requirements of this chapter.

   (a)    Material.  The water-containing surface of artificial 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)    Depth Markings.  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)    Water Supply Outlets.  Each 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 the 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.

   (d)    Walkways.  The pool shall be completely surrounded by a walkway at least four feet in width which shall be drained away from the pool.

   (e)    Water in Pool.  The water in the pool shall meet the requirements of the County Board of Health for a safe drinking water supply.

      (1964 Code §56.32)

   (f)   Recirculation.  For new pools, provisions shall be made for complete circulation of water through all parts of the pool.  A dual drain system shall be installed on all recirculation pools.  The system shall be equipped with a water recirculating system of sufficient capacity to provide a complete turnover of water at least once in eight hours.

      (Ord. 1996-236.  Passed 2-24-97.)

   (g)    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.

   (h)    Hair and Lint Catchers.  The pump suction line of the recirculating system shall be provided with a hair and lint catcher.

   (i)    Hose.  Hose connections and hose must be of ample size and pressure to clean all of the pool area.

   (j)    Towers and Steps. Steps and ladders must be made of an impervious, corrosion-resistant material, 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.

   (k)    Lighting.  Where a family pool is used during the hours of darkness, illumination of the pool surface and for a distance of five feet from the edge of the pool shall be maintained between the limits of two and five footcandles of light (approximately one-half watt per square foot of the area required to be illuminated, where lights are placed not over ten feet above and within the limits of the area). 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.

      (1964 Code §56.32)