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Any person or owner who fails to comply with any applicable provision shall be in violation of this chapter. Each violation of this chapter is punishable as a Class 1 misdemeanor in accordance with Virginia law. Each day a violation of this chapter shall continue shall constitute a separate offense. The criminal penalty provided in this section shall be in addition to the administrative remedies set forth elsewhere in this chapter.
(Ord. 07-14. Passed 12-18-07.)
ARTICLE 2: SWIMMING POOLS; DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION
(a) Outdoor Pools. Direct and unobstructed access to any swimming pool area shall be provided for the admission of emergency and service vehicles, equipment and personnel. An emergency access lane providing direct access for emergency vehicles shall terminate at each pool facility's emergency gate required in Section 838.46. Emergency access lanes shall be kept clear and unobstructed.
(b) Indoor Pools. Emergency access to indoor or elevated swimming pools shall be provided at the entrance nearest the pool or the elevator or stairway leading to the pool. Permanent and conspicuous signs shall be posted indicating the most direct route to an indoor or elevated pool. An emergency access lane providing direct access for emergency vehicles shall terminate at the entrance nearest the indoor or elevated swimming pool, or the elevator or stairway leading to the indoor or elevated swimming pool. Emergency access lanes shall be kept clear and unobstructed.
(Ord. 07-14. Passed 12-18-07.)
Swimming pools shall be constructed of materials which are rigid, inert, impervious, and non-toxic to humans. The materials for components and accessories to be used in and around swimming pools shall be such that the operational strength of the assembly shall not be adversely affected by the exposure to external conditions or normal temperature extremes; and shall be chemically compatible with the materials used in the operation and maintenance of the swimming pool. In addition, construction materials shall provide a tight tank to which a smooth, easily cleanable surface can be applied. The swimming pool surface shall be composed of an impervious material which will retain a smooth, slip resistant, easily cleanable finish without surface cracks or open joints, and shall be finished in a white or light color. Sand or earth bottoms shall not be permitted. Materials other than those described in this section may be approved by the Director.
(Ord. 07-14. Passed 12-18-07.)
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