1 rule for unincorporated Deschutes County, Oregon.
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Deschutes County enforces the Oregon Residential Specialty Code (ORSC) Appendix G for residential swimming pools, spas, and hot tubs, which requires a barrier at least 48 inches above grade with self-closing, self-latching gates that open outward away from the pool. Public, semi-public, and HOA pools are additionally regulated by the Oregon Health Authority under OAR Chapter 333, Division 60, which requires a four-foot enclosure with self-closing, lockable self-latching gates and latch controls at least 42 inches above grade. Deschutes County Community Development (Building Division) issues residential pool permits and verifies barriers at final inspection.
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