Sec. 51-16. Swimming pool fences, gates, and locks.

   (a)   Fence requirements. The fence or wall enclosing a private swimming pool must be:

      (1)   at least 5 feet high;

      (2)   securely anchored in the ground;

      (3)   not easy to climb or penetrate; and

      (4)   maintained in good condition.

   (b)   Gates and locks. Any gate or door in a fence or wall enclosing a private swimming pool must have a self-closing and self-latching lock or latch on the pool side of the gate or door at a height of not less than 4 feet from the ground. Any gate or door must be closed and latched when the pool is not attended. (1971 L.M.C., ch. 45, § 1; FY 1991 L.M.C., ch. 1, § 1.)

   Note-See the editor's note to § 51-15.