Safety Rules: Henderson vs Paradise

Are pool alarms required in Henderson?

Pool alarms are not mandated by NRS 461A but are strongly recommended and may be required by some HOAs. Door alarms on house-to-pool doors are required when the dwelling is part of the barrier.

Can I use a safety cover instead of a fence?

For spas and hot tubs, yes if the cover meets ASTM F1346 and is locked when not in use. For pools, a 5-foot barrier is required in addition to any cover.

What pool safety code applies in unincorporated Clark County?

Clark County Code Title 22 Chapter 22.20 adopts the Southern Nevada Swimming Pool & Spa Code, which is based on the International Swimming Pool & Spa Code with regional amendments. Section 305 of the code sets the residential barrier, gate, and opening requirements. Public and semi-public pools — including apartment, condo, and HOA pools — also follow Nevada Administrative Code Chapter 444 and are inspected by the Southern Nevada Health District.

How tall does a residential pool fence need to be in Clark County?

Section 305 of the Southern Nevada Swimming Pool & Spa Code requires the top of a residential barrier, including gates, to be at least 60 inches above adjacent grade measured from outside the enclosure, or an 8-foot non-climbable barrier measured from the inside. The maximum clearance between the ground and the bottom of the barrier is 4 inches. Chain-link mesh openings cannot exceed 1¾ inches.

What gate hardware does Clark County require on a pool fence?

Pool gates must be self-closing and self-latching under SNPSC Section 305. The release mechanism must be located at least 3 inches but not more than 6 inches from the top of the gate, and there cannot be any opening larger than ½ inch within 18 inches of the release. Gates should open away from the pool. Confirm specific requirements with Clark County Building & Fire Prevention at (702) 455-8011.