Any permanent outdoor pool structure, inground or aboveground, intended for swimming, wading or recreational bathing and having a capacity of five thousand (5,000) gallons or more shall be considered a swimming pool and shall require a permit approved by the building inspections division, and must meet the following location restrictions: (Ord. 006-562, 9-18-2006)
(A) General:
1. Pools shall not be located within ten feet (10') (measured horizontally) from underground or overhead utility lines of all types.
2. Pools shall not be located within any private or public utility drainage, walkway or other easement.
3. Pool lighting shall be directed toward the pool and not toward adjacent property. (Ord. 002-469, 2-19-2002)
4. Pool area shall be enclosed by a nonclimbable type safety fence or barrier at least four feet (4') in height to prevent uncontrolled access to the pool area. The fence shall have a self-closing and self-latching gate with its latch located at least thirty eight inches to forty two inches (38" - 42") above the ground level.
5. Storable pools do not require a fence or barrier provided all means of access (ladders, etc.) are removed and the pool is covered when not attended. Storable pools do not require a permit from the building inspections division. (Ord. 006-562, 9-18-2006)
(B) Single-Family Residential:
1. Pools shall not be located within any required front, side and rear yard setbacks and shall be at least six feet (6') from any principal structure or frost footing.
2. In addition to observing yard setback requirements of each district, the filter unit, pump, heating unit and any other noisemaking mechanical equipment shall be located at least twenty five feet (25') from any residential structure on adjacent property.
(C) Multiple-Family Residential:
1. Water surfaces and pumps, filter or other apparatus used in connection with the pool shall not be located closer than fifty feet (50') to any lot line.
2. Landscaping as outlined in section 10-6-10 of this chapter shall be placed between the pool area and adjoining low density district lot lines.
3. Deck areas, adjoining patios or other areas used in conjunction with the pool shall be located at least fifteen feet (15') from any lot line in an adjoining low density district. (Ord. 002-469, 2-19-2002)