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Pool Barriers: Huntersville vs Matthews

How do pool barriers rules compare between Huntersville, NC and Matthews, NC?

Huntersville and Matthews have similar restriction levels.

Huntersville, NC

Mecklenburg County

Heavy Restrictions

Residential pools in Huntersville must be enclosed by a barrier at least 48 inches (4 feet) high with self-closing, self-latching gates, per NC State Building Code Appendix V and town permit conditions.

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Matthews, NC

Mecklenburg County

Heavy Restrictions

Residential swimming pools in Matthews must be enclosed by a minimum 48-inch barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates per the North Carolina Residential Code Appendix V.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactHuntersvilleMatthews
Min fence height48 inches-
Gate latch height54 inches-
Opening sizeUnder 4 inches-
GateSelf-closing, self-latchingSelf-close self-latch
CodeNC Appendix VNC Res Code App V
Height-48 in min
Latch Height-54 in min
Permit-Required

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Huntersville FAQ

Who enforces this in Huntersville?

Huntersville at (704) 875-6541 handles most complaints.

Who enforces this in Huntersville?

Huntersville at (704) 875-6541 handles most complaints.

Matthews FAQ

Who enforces this in Matthews?

Matthews at (704) 847-4411 handles most complaints.

Who enforces this in Matthews?

Matthews at (704) 847-4411 handles most complaints.

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