Swimming Pools & Spas in Alexandria, VA (2026)
1 verified swimming pools & spas rules for Alexandria, Virginia, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Fencing & Safety Requirements
Alexandria requires every outdoor 'aquatic facility' regulated under City Code Chapter 11, meaning public, hotel, apartment and club pools, but not a single-family or duplex home's private pool, to be enclosed by a non-climbable perimeter fence or barrier at least six feet tall under Sec. 11-11-50, with self-latching access gates locked at least 48 inches above the ground.
Alexandria Pool Barrier & Fencing Rules
Some RestrictionsCity of Alexandria, VA Code Sec. 11-11-50 - Fencing and barriers
(a)All outdoor pool areas shall be completely enclosed with a perimeter fence, or equivalent barrier, at least six feet in height, measured from the highest ground elevation within three feet adjacent to the outside of the barrier. If horizontal surfaces are used, top planes must be separated by a vertical distance that is no less than 45 inches and shall prohibit the passage of a sphere larger...