A "private residential swimming pool" is hereby defined as any receptacle or containment for water, or any artificial pool of water having a depth of more than twenty four inches (24") in any area of more than twenty five (25) square feet, or containing or being capable of containing more than two hundred (200) gallons of water intended for the purpose of immersion or partial immersion of persons, and including all appurtenant equipment constructed, installed and maintained in or above the ground outside of a building used for a dwelling unit. The term "private residential swimming pool" includes hot tubs and spas. (Ord. 174, 10-22-1979; amd. Ord. 296, 3-27-1995)