3 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Yolo County, California.
Verified from official government sources
Pools in unincorporated Yolo County must be enclosed under the California Building Code and Swimming Pool Safety Act: a barrier at least 60 inches (5 feet) high with self-closing, self-latching gates, plus at least one additional drowning-prevention feature.
Pool construction in unincorporated Yolo County must meet the California Building Code and Swimming Pool Safety Act — a 60-inch barrier, anti-entrapment drain covers, and electrical bonding. A county building permit and inspections are required.
Above-ground pools holding more than 18 inches of water in unincorporated Yolo County require a county building permit and the same barrier protection as in-ground pools; ladders must be removable or secured when unattended.
1 cities in Yolo County have their own swimming pools & spas rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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