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Pool Barriers: Frisco vs McKinney

How do pool barriers rules compare between Frisco, TX and McKinney, TX?

Frisco and McKinney have similar restriction levels.

Frisco, TX

Collin County

Heavy Restrictions

Frisco requires all swimming pools to be enclosed by a barrier at least 48 inches tall with self-closing self-latching gates per IRC Appendix G and Texas HSC 757.

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McKinney, TX

Collin County

Heavy Restrictions

Swimming pools in McKinney must be enclosed by a minimum 48-inch fence with self-closing self-latching gates per 2021 IRC Appendix G adopted by the city. Pool barriers inspected before final CO issuance.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactFriscoMcKinney
Height48 inches minimum48 in min
GateSelf-close self-latchSelf-close, self-latch
Latch Height54 inches minimum-
OpeningUnder 4 inches-
House DoorAlarm required-
Openings-4 in max
Code-2021 IRC App G
Door Alarm-Required if home access

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Frisco FAQ

Does my Frisco pool need a fence?

Yes. All pools deeper than 18 inches require a 48-inch barrier with self-latching gates. This applies to both in-ground and above-ground pools.

Who enforces this in Frisco?

Frisco code enforcement at (972) 292-5000 handles complaints.

McKinney FAQ

Does my existing backyard fence count as a pool barrier in McKinney?

Yes if it is at least 48 inches tall, has no footholds, and the gate self-closes and self-latches. Otherwise you must upgrade before final pool inspection.

Who enforces this in McKinney?

McKinney code enforcement at (972) 547-7500 handles complaints.

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