(a) No swimming pools or any other type of pool which has a depth of eighteen (18) inches or more at any point, including but not limited to hot tubs and spas, shall be allowed in any residential district except as an accessory use and unless it complies with the following conditions and requirements:
(1) The pool is intended and is to be used solely for the enjoyment of the occupants of the residential property on which the pool is located and guests of the occupants.
(2) The pool may not be located closer than six (6) feet to any property line, and such location shall be in accordance with all pertinent provisions of Section 1157.03 et seq. Accessory buildings shall maintain the minimum side yard required. Any walks or paved areas adjacent to the pool shall be considered as patios for the purpose of this section and shall conform to the provisions in Section 1157.04. Depth of the pool is determined by measuring the maximum height of any side of the pool.
(3) The pool, or the entire rear yard of the property on which it is located, shall be walled or fenced to prevent uncontrolled access by children from the street or from adjacent properties. The following fences or walls shall be required.
A. In-ground pools and permanent above ground pools shall have a fence that is six feet high and maintained in good condition with a gate and lock.
B. Portable storable pools shall have a fence that is at least 42 inches high and maintained in good condition with a gate and lock. Portable storable pools are defined as pools with inflatable walls. Portable storable pools shall be permitted as an accessory use between April 15 and October 15 of each year, and shall be removed from the yard and stored during the winter from October 15 to April 15.
C. Hot tubs and spas shall be required to have a secured cover and lock to prevent entry when not in use.
(Ord. 2003-08. Passed 2-3-04.)
(b) Tennis Courts. Tennis courts and other similar playing courts may be located in any rear yard not less than three (3) feet of any property line, provided the location of such courts are in accordance with all pertinent provisions of Section 1157.03 et seq. Such courts may be fenced with a chain link fence up to ten (10) feet in height located around the perimeter of the court, but any fence over six (6) feet in height shall be planted with large shrubs in sufficient quantities to screen and filter the view of the fence from neighboring properties.