(a) Public or private in-ground or above-ground swimming, wading or other pools having the minimum capacity to contain twenty-six inches of water depth shall require a permit, shall not be located in the front yard and shall conform to the following:
(1) Eight foot side and rear lot lines.
(2) Above-ground pools exclusive of any decks going part way around or all the way around may be not built within eight feet of the rear or side lot lines.
(3) In-ground pools may not have any below grade exterior wall built within eight feet of the rear or side lot lines.
The construction, plumbing and electrical requirements and other safety facilities shall be regulated by the county or state codes.
(b) All outdoor swimming pools with a minimum capacity to contain twenty-six inches of water depth shall be enclosed with fencing. In-ground pools and the area immediately surrounding the pool shall be enclosed by a fence having a minimum height of four feet. Above-ground pools shall have a rigid sidewall/fence height of a minimum of four feet. Above-ground pools shall be equipped with a locked gate or ladder, which shall be secured to prevent entry when the pool is not in use. A removable ladder may be substituted.
(Ord. 10-08. Passed 5-6-08.)