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, and for a pool already in existence the 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) Material. 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. If the water-containing surface is not artificial but consists of earth, then such earth shall be covered with washed sand to a depth of two inches in all places where the water is less than six feet in depth.
(B) Drinking Water. Lavatory and drinking water supplies shall be adequate in quality and quantity.
(C) 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 to drain away from the pool. Such walk shall not be required where earth is used as the water-containing surface, if the ground surrounding the pool and extending 12 feet from the water’s edge is covered with washed sand to a depth of two inches.
(D) Lighting. Lighting for public swimming pools shall be adequate for the protection of the public as may be determined by the Building Commissioner. All wiring and lighting shall be in accordance with the latest National Electrical Code and all fixtures and equipment shall be “UL” approved.
(E) Hose. Hose connections and hose must be of ample size and pressure to clean all of the pool area.
(F) Towers and Steps. Steps and ladders must be made of an impervious, corrosion-resistant material, with a uniform rise not to exceed 12 inches. The decks of diving towers which are over one meter high shall be protected with suitable railings to prevent falling.
(G) Bathhouse and Toilet Facilities. Every public swimming pool shall be provided with conveniently located dressing, shower, locker and toilet rooms, and if such pool is intended for simultaneous use by both sexes, separate facilities shall be provided for each sex. For the purpose of this section, it may be assumed that the users shall consist of an equal number of males and females. Sanitary fixtures, based upon the maximum expected users, shall be provided as follows:
(1) One shower for each 40 bathers;
(2) One lavatory for each 60 bathers;
(3) One toilet for each 40 women;
(4) One toilet for each 60 men; and
(5) One urinal for each 60 men.
(Ord. 17-60, passed 2-22-1960)