1 county-level rule, plus city-specific rules for 2 cities in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
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Hennepin County jurisdictions enforce residential pool barriers through the Minnesota State Building Code (Minn. Stat. §326B.106), which adopts the International Residential Code Appendix AG (Swimming Pools, Spas, and Hot Tubs). Barriers must be at least 48 inches (4 ft) high, with no opening allowing a 4-inch sphere to pass. Gates must be self-closing and self-latching, with the latch at least 54 inches above grade. Applies to any pool, hot tub, or spa with water depth greater than 24 inches.
2 cities in Hennepin County have their own swimming pools & spas rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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