Swimming Pools & Spas in Frederick County, VA (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated Frederick County, Virginia.
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Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Frederick County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Fencing & Safety Requirements
Outdoor swimming pools in unincorporated Frederick County must be completely enclosed by a fence at least four feet tall that blocks passage of anything larger than a four-inch sphere and holds a 200-pound lateral load. Gates must self-close and self-latch, with latches set at least four feet up, and cannot be left unfastened while the pool sits unused. Violators face fines up to $2,500.
Frederick County Pool Fence Requirements
Some RestrictionsFrederick County Code §§ 152-1, 152-2, 152-3
§ 152-1. Fence requirements; definitions. A. Fences. The enclosure shall extend not less than four feet above the ground. Enclosure fences shall be constructed so as to prohibit the passage of a sphere larger than four inches in diameter through any opening or under the fence. Fences shall be designed to withstand a horizontal concentrated load of 200 pounds applied on a one-square-foot area at...
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