Safety Rules: Clovis vs Selma

What pool safety features are required in Clovis?

At least 2 of 7 state-listed features per CA H&S §115922 — typically a 60" enclosure plus either a safety cover, pool alarm, or door alarm.

Do Clovis pool drain covers need to be VGB-compliant?

Yes. All new and replacement drain covers must meet the federal Virginia Graeme Baker Act (15 USC §8001) anti-entrapment standard. Clovis Building Division checks this at final inspection.

Which Clovis pool safety features satisfy CA H&S §115922?

Approved options include a 60" enclosure, removable mesh fencing, an ASTM F1346 safety cover, self-closing exit alarms on doors leading to the pool, a pool water-surface alarm, or self-closing/self-latching door devices.

What safety equipment is required for a residential pool in Selma?

Residential pools must have anti-entrapment drain covers, GFCI-protected electrical outlets within 20 feet, proper depth markers, and at least two of seven approved drowning prevention safety features under the California Swimming Pool Safety Act.

Who inspects swimming pools in Selma?

The City of Selma Building Department inspects private residential pools during the permit and construction process. The Fresno County Department of Environmental Health inspects public and semi-public pools such as those at apartment complexes and community facilities.

Do I need a permit to replaster or resurface my pool in Selma?

Cosmetic replastering alone may not require a building permit. However, any work involving electrical, plumbing, or structural modifications requires a permit from the Selma Building Department. Contact them at (559) 891-2208 to confirm.