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Pool Barriers: Apopka vs Winter Park

How do pool barriers rules compare between Apopka, FL and Winter Park, FL?

Apopka and Winter Park have similar restriction levels.

Apopka, FL

Orange County

Heavy Restrictions

Pool barrier fences in Apopka must meet FL 515 Residential Swimming Pool Safety Act. Minimum 48 inch height, self-closing and self-latching gates, no footholds. Plus one secondary feature required.

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Winter Park, FL

Orange County

Heavy Restrictions

Florida's Residential Swimming Pool Safety Act (FL 515) requires pool barriers at least 48 inches tall with self-closing, self-latching gates. At least one additional safety feature required (pool cover, alarms, or self-closing home doors). Winter Park Building Department enforces at inspection.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactApopkaWinter Park
Height48 inches min-
State LawFL 515FL 515
GateSelf-closing and latchingSelf-closing/latching
SecondaryAlarm or cover required-
ScreensQualify if compliant-
Barrier Height-48 inches min
Opening Max-4 inches
Latch Height-54 inches min

Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.

Apopka FAQ

Who enforces this in Apopka?

Apopka code enforcement at (407) 703-1600 handles complaints.

Who enforces this in Apopka?

Apopka code enforcement at (407) 703-1600 handles complaints.

Winter Park FAQ

Who enforces this in Winter Park?

Winter Park code enforcement at (407) 599-3297 handles complaints.

Who enforces this in Winter Park?

Winter Park code enforcement at (407) 599-3297 handles complaints.

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