Swimming Pools & Spas in Fresno, CA (2026)
2 verified swimming pools & spas rules for Fresno, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Pool Permits
Building a swimming pool or spa in Fresno requires a construction permit, and whenever that permit is issued for a new or remodeled pool the pool must be equipped with at least two of seven specified drowning-prevention safety features under Health & Safety Code 115922. Only small prefabricated above-ground pools accessory to a single-family home that are less than 24 inches deep and hold no more than 5,000 gallons are exempt from the building permit.
Fresno Pool Construction Permit & Safety Features
Some RestrictionsCalifornia Health and Safety Code Section 115922, reproduced in City of Fresno Consumer Notice, Residential Swimming Pools, Spas, and Hot Tubs
Sec. 115922 Construction Permit; Safety Features Required. Whenever a construction permit is issued for construction of a new swimming pool, or remodeling of an existing swimming pool at a private single-family home, the respective swimming pool or spa shall be equipped with at least two of the following seven drowning prevention safety features: 1. An enclosure that meets the requirements of S...
Fencing & Safety Requirements
Every residential swimming pool, spa, or hot tub in Fresno that holds more than 18 inches of water must be surrounded by an enclosure at least 60 inches high, with self-closing, self-latching gates that open away from the pool. The City enforces the California Swimming Pool Safety Act (Health & Safety Code 115920-115929) through the 2022 California Residential Code, and the City's own Consumer Notice reproduces the barrier standard verbatim.
Fresno Pool Enclosure Requirements (HSC 115923)
Some RestrictionsCalifornia Health and Safety Code Section 115923, reproduced in City of Fresno Consumer Notice, Residential Swimming Pools, Spas, and Hot Tubs (2022 California Residential Code Appendix AX)
Section 115923 Enclosure; Required Characteristics. A swimming pool enclosure shall have all of the following characteristics: 1. Any access gates through the enclosure open away from the swimming pool and are self-closing with a self-latching device placed no lower than 60 inches above the ground. Devices shall be designed and capable of keeping such gate (or door) securely closed and latched ...
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