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Safety Rules: St. Clair Shores vs Warren

How do safety rules rules compare between St. Clair Shores, MI and Warren, MI?

St. Clair Shores and Warren have similar restriction levels.

St. Clair Shores, MI

Macomb County

Heavy Restrictions

Public pools in Macomb County are licensed by Michigan EGLE and inspected by the Macomb County Health Department under Part 125 of the Public Health Code. Private backyard pools are exempt from this program and instead follow Michigan Residential Code barrier and electrical-bonding safety rules.

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Warren, MI

Macomb County

Heavy Restrictions

Public pools in Macomb County are licensed by Michigan EGLE and inspected by the Macomb County Health Department under Part 125 of the Public Health Code. Private backyard pools are exempt from this program and instead follow Michigan Residential Code barrier and electrical-bonding safety rules.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactSt. Clair ShoresWarren
Public pool inspectorMacomb County Health DeptMacomb County Health Dept
Public pool licenseMichigan EGLE (Part 125)Michigan EGLE (Part 125)
Water testingWeekly, reported to Health DeptWeekly, reported to Health Dept
Private poolsExempt (MCL 333.12521(d))Exempt (MCL 333.12521(d))
Private safetyBarrier, alarms, bondingBarrier, alarms, bonding

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St. Clair Shores FAQ

Does Macomb County inspect my backyard pool?

No. Under MCL 333.12521(d), a public swimming pool excludes pools at a 1- to 4-family dwelling for occupants and guests. The county Health Department inspects only public pools at apartments, hotels, schools, and health clubs.

Who inspects public pools in Macomb County?

The Macomb County Health Department performs annual inspections under Part 125 of the Public Health Code, and operators must test the water weekly and report results. EGLE issues the operating license.

What safety inspection does my private pool need?

Your local building department checks the 48-inch barrier, self-latching gates, and door alarms, and requires an electrical bonding-grid inspection (all metal parts bonded with #8 copper wire) before the pool is backfilled and used.

Warren FAQ

Does Macomb County inspect my backyard pool?

No. Under MCL 333.12521(d), a public swimming pool excludes pools at a 1- to 4-family dwelling for occupants and guests. The county Health Department inspects only public pools at apartments, hotels, schools, and health clubs.

Who inspects public pools in Macomb County?

The Macomb County Health Department performs annual inspections under Part 125 of the Public Health Code, and operators must test the water weekly and report results. EGLE issues the operating license.

What safety inspection does my private pool need?

Your local building department checks the 48-inch barrier, self-latching gates, and door alarms, and requires an electrical bonding-grid inspection (all metal parts bonded with #8 copper wire) before the pool is backfilled and used.

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