Keller vs North Richland Hills
How do fencing requirements rules compare between Keller, TX and North Richland Hills, TX?
Keller and North Richland Hills have similar restriction levels.
Keller, TX
Tarrant County
Keller requires a 4-foot pool barrier under Texas HSC 757 and the ISPSC. Gates must be self-closing and self-latching with latches at least 54 inches above grade and openings under 4 inches.
View full Keller rules →North Richland Hills, TX
Tarrant County
North Richland Hills requires a 48-inch pool barrier around all pools deeper than 24 inches, with self-closing and self-latching gates that swing outward. Chain-link, wood, and masonry are acceptable, and house walls may form part of the barrier only with alarmed doors opening to the pool.
View full North Richland Hills rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Keller | North Richland Hills |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Height | 48 inches | - |
| Bottom Gap | 2 inches max | - |
| Vertical Member Spacing | Under 4 inches | - |
| Gate Latch Height | 54 inches plus | - |
| House as Barrier | Alarms or self-closing required | - |
| Height | - | 48 inches minimum |
| Gate Latch | - | 54 inches above grade |
| Gate Swing | - | Outward from pool |
| House Wall | - | Needs door alarm |
| Gap Rule | - | 4-inch sphere max |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Keller FAQ
Can an existing Keller perimeter fence serve as the pool barrier?
Yes, if it meets the 48-inch minimum height, 2-inch bottom clearance, 4-inch spacing, and has self-closing and self-latching gates. Most wood privacy fences qualify, but check gate latch heights and bottom gaps carefully.
Do hot tubs need the same fence?
Hot tubs and spas with locked safety covers meeting ASTM F1346 are generally exempt from the 48-inch barrier requirement. Without an approved locked cover the spa must be enclosed like a pool.
North Richland Hills FAQ
How tall must my NRH pool fence be?
At least 48 inches from grade on the outside, with self-closing and self-latching gates swinging outward, latches at 54 inches, and no climbable horizontal members within 45 inches of each other.
Does my house wall count as a pool barrier?
Yes if the house wall is part of the enclosure, but any door or window opening to the pool area must have an alarm or self-latching mechanism at least 54 inches above the floor.
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