§ 156.258 PRIVATE SWIMMING POOLS.
   (A)   General.
      (1)   The requirements of this section shall apply to all pools which are accessory uses to single- and multiple-family dwellings.
      (2)   No pool shall be erected or constructed until an improvement location permit has been obtained.
(2004 Code, § 7-1300)
   (B)   Location.
      (1)   Unenclosed pools or pools enclosed only with open mesh screen shall meet the setback requirements for accessory uses. They shall be located:
         (a)   A minimum of ten feet from any principal or other accessory building;
         (b)   A minimum of 30 feet from any street right-of-way; and
         (c)   No closer to a street right-of-way than the principal building.
      (2)   Any pool which is covered by a roof shall be subject to the same setback regulations as the principal use.
(2004 Code, § 7-1301)
   (C)   Fencing; in-ground swimming pools.
      (1)   The pool area shall be enclosed by a substantial protective barrier, which shall be adequate to prevent persons, children or animals from danger or harm, and shall be equipped with a self-closing, self-latching gate. Such protective barrier shall be chainlink or ornamental fence, solid fence or wall, and shall be not less than five feet in height.
      (2)   A buffer screen shall be provided and maintained between the pool and lot lines.
(2004 Code, § 7-1302)
   (D)   Fencing; above-ground swimming pools. Every above-ground swimming pool shall meet the fencing requirements for in-ground pools or shall be constructed to limit access to a gate.
(2004 Code, § 7-1303)