(A) Only in-ground private swimming pools are permitted in the village. In-ground private swimming pools may be permitted in the village only upon the approval of the Commission. The code does not regulate the use of children’s pools, used on a temporary basis, which do not meet the depth or capacity within the definition of a private swimming pool.
(B) To be permitted within a Residential District, a proposed private swimming pool shall comply with the following conditions and requirements.
(1) Use. The private swimming pool is to be used solely for the enjoyment of the occupants or guests of the principal building on the lot on which it is located.
(2) Location. The private swimming pool shall be located in the rear or side yard of the principal building, provided it shall not be located closer than ten feet to any lot line of the lot on which the pool is located, and the pump and filter installations shall be located not closer than 20 feet to any lot line.
(3) Enclosure. The private swimming pool, or the entire lot on which it is located, shall be so walled or fenced or surrounded by a fence sufficient to screen the private swimming pool from the view of adjacent streets and adjoining lots, with no gaps or openings (other than gates) exceeding four inches in any dimensions, as to prevent uncontrolled access by children and others from the street or from adjoining lots. Gates for such fences shall be equipped with self-closing and/or self-latching devices. Fences for private swimming pools shall comply with the fencing requirements as set forth within this chapter and as otherwise set forth within the Ohio Revised Code and/or Ohio Administrative Code.
(4) Drainage. Prior to obtaining a contract for the installation of a private swimming pool, the owner shall demonstrate to the Zoning Inspector that the project affords adequate provision for filling the private swimming pool and for drainage.
(5) Lighting. Any lighting used to illuminate the private swimming pool area shall be arranged to deflect such light away from adjoining properties and street view.
(6) Maintenance. All private swimming pools shall be maintained in a fashion that would permit their use during appropriate seasons. Private swimming pools shall be covered with a tarpaulin and maintained free of accumulation of leaves and other debris during any season when not in use for swimming. Any private swimming pool which is not used for swimming purposes for a period of five years shall be filled, removed or otherwise permanently closed and its fencing removed.
(Ord. 1999-03, passed 3- -1999; Ord. 2013-04, passed 2-4-2013)