18-29-1204.1 Scope.

   Every existing private residential swimming pool and every such pool constructed, installed and maintained hereafter shall comply with all applicable provisions of this article.

(Added Coun. J. 10-14-21, p. 37722, Art. XII, §1)

18-29-1204.2 Location.

   No portion of an outdoor private residential swimming pool shall be located at a distance less than 10 feet (3048 mm) from an abutting property line or rear property line. Pumps, filters and pool water disinfection equipment installations shall be located at a distance not less than 10 feet (3048 mm) from an abutting property line.

(Added Coun. J. 10-14-21, p. 37722, Art. XII, §1)

18-29-1204.3 Permit required.

   It shall be unlawful to proceed with the construction, installation, enlargement or alteration of any private residential swimming pool or appurtenance without a building permit as provided in Chapter 14A-4 of the Municipal Code.

(Added Coun. J. 10-14-21, p. 37722, Art. XII, §1)

18-29-1204.4 Construction requirements.

   Private residential swimming pools shall be constructed in accordance with Sections 18-29-1204.4.1 through 18-29-1204.4.11.

(Added Coun. J. 10-14-21, p. 37722, Art. XII, §1)

18-29-1204.4.1 Recirculation pools.

   Pools shall be of the recirculation type in which circulation of the water is maintained through the pool by pumps; the water drawn from the pool being clarified and disinfected before being returned to the pool.

(Added Coun. J. 10-14-21, p. 37722, Art. XII, §1)

18-29-1204.4.2 Materials.

   Pools shall be constructed of materials that provide a rigid, watertight shell with a smooth, impervious, light-colored finish that is non-toxic and easily cleaned. The floor of areas in which the water is less than 5 feet (1525 mm) in depth shall have a slip-resistant finish. Pool vinyl liners may be installed only over a base of concrete, steel or other rigid material.

(Added Coun. J. 10-14-21, p. 37722, Art. XII, §1)

18-29-1204.4.3 Structural design.

   Pools shall comply with the structural provisions of the Chicago Building Code. Pools shall be designed to withstand the water pressure from within and to resist the pressure from the earth when the pool is empty.

(Added Coun. J. 10-14-21, p. 37722, Art. XII, §1)

18-29-1204.4.4 Pool deck.

   Unobstructed walk areas not less than 6 feet (1828 mm) wide shall be provided on at least two sides of the pool; unobstructed walk areas not less than 24 inches (610 mm) wide shall be provided on all sides of the pool. The walk area shall be constructed of impervious material and the surfaces shall be smooth and easily cleaned with a non-slip finish. The slope of the walks shall have a pitch of at least 1/4 inch per foot (6 mm per 300 mm), designed to prevent back drainage from entering the pool. Walk drains shall be provided for each 100 square feet (9.29 m2) of walk area. Drain pipe lines shall be at least 3 inches (75 mm) in diameter, drain openings shall have an open air of at least four times the cross-sectional area of the drain pipe. The walk drain systems shall have an indirect connection to the sewer. The walk drains shall not be connected to the recirculation system piping. The drainage system shall be constructed of materials in conformance with Article 7.

(Added Coun. J. 10-14-21, p. 37722, Art. XII, §1)

18-29-1204.4.5 Enclosure.

   Pools shall be completely enclosed by a fence or walls erected along the perimeter of the pool deck. All fence openings or points of entry into the pool enclosure shall be equipped with gates. Fences and gates shall be at least 5 feet (1525 mm) in height above the grade level outside the enclosure and shall meet the requirements for guards in the Chicago Building Code. All gates shall be equipped with self-closing and self-latching devices placed at least 54 inches (1372 mm) above adjacent walking surfaces.

(Added Coun. J. 10-14-21, p. 37722, Art. XII, §1)