Pool barriers in Coral Springs must comply with the Florida Building Code and Florida Statute 515. Barriers must be at least 48 inches high, with self-closing and self-latching gates. Gate latches must be at least 54 inches from the ground on the pool side.
Coral Springs enforces residential pool barrier requirements under the Florida Building Code and Florida Statute 515. All outdoor swimming pools must be enclosed by a barrier at least 48 inches (4 feet) high measured from the exterior grade. The maximum vertical clearance between the ground and the bottom of the barrier is 2 inches. Openings in the barrier must not allow passage of a 4-inch sphere. Access gates must open outward away from the pool, be self-closing, and have a self-latching locking device on the pool side with the release mechanism at least 54 inches from the bottom of the gate. Pool barrier permits are obtained through the Coral Springs Building Department as part of the swimming pool permit or fence permit process. A final inspection is required to verify barrier compliance before pool use.
Pool barrier violations are serious safety issues. Noncompliance may result in immediate code enforcement action, civil penalties up to $500, and potential liability exposure. The city may require corrective action before the pool can be used.
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