§ 153.038 SWIMMING POOL (12).
   (A)   Must comply with zoning set back requirements for structures.
   (B)   If located in a planned unit development, the pool must be placed on property designated for leisure or parks and recreation.
   (C)   Must be surrounded by a security fence that can provide a secured enclosure of at least four feet in height, or such height as is required by NC Building Code, whichever is greater. On properties adjacent to the ocean or marsh, pool security fences shall be either clear, colorless, transparent glass type construction or picket or baluster type construction. Pickets or balusters shall be sized and spaced to provide a minimum of 50% transparency measured between the vertical supports or pilings. Lattice style fences are not permitted.
   (D)   To minimize disruption to the dunes and destruction of the natural vegetation of the dunes, pools on ocean front properties including all related surrounding structure shall be located so as not to extend beyond a line 40 feet seaward of the principal structure.
   (E)   All swimming pools proposed within a VE special flood hazard zone shall be subject to the requirements of § 151.46.
   (F)   Pools must be located in the rear yard.
   (G)   Pools must be in-ground. Pool and related deck must not extend more than six inches above surrounding ground surface.
   (H)   Swimming pools are not permitted in front or side yards.
(Ord. passed 6-8-78; Am. Ord. passed 10-13-94; Am. Res. passed 4-8- 10; Am. Ord. passed - -; Am. Ord. passed - -; Am. Ord. passed 9-9-21; Am. Ord. passed - -; Am. Ord. passed 5-9-24) Penalty, see § 10.99