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Fencing Requirements: Atlanta vs Roswell

How do fencing requirements rules compare between Atlanta, GA and Roswell, GA?

Roswell has fewer restrictions than Atlanta.

Atlanta, GA

Fulton County

Heavy Restrictions

Pool enclosures in Atlanta must be at least 48 inches high, with self-closing and self-latching gates opening away from the pool. Gaps may not exceed 4 inches and vertical gaps less than 1.75 inches.

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Roswell, GA

Fulton County

Some Restrictions

Pools require a barrier at least 48 inches above grade with no gap allowing a 4-inch sphere to pass. Gates must be self-closing and self-latching. Standards adopted from the Georgia State Minimum Standard Swimming Pool & Spa Code (2012 ISPSC).

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Key Facts Comparison

FactAtlantaRoswell
Height>= 48 in-
Max Gap<= 4 in-
Latch>= 54 in above grade-
Gate SwingOutward-
Door AlarmIf door enters enclosure-
Min Barrier Height-48 inches
Max Opening-4-inch sphere
Gates-Self-closing, self-latching
Code Basis-GA-amended 2012 ISPSC

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