Paramus requires in-ground pool barriers at least 4 feet high with self-closing, self-latching gates that swing outward away from the pool and prevent access beneath, through, or over the fence.
Paramus zoning requires every in-ground swimming pool to be enclosed by a barrier at least 4 feet in height. Gates must be self-closing and self-latching, must swing outward away from the pool, and must remain locked when the pool is not in use. The fence or wall enclosure must be designed and constructed to reasonably prevent any person from gaining access beneath, through, or over the barrier. In addition to the barrier, the inner face of the side wall of any in-ground pool or hot tub/spa must be at least 10 feet from any side and rear property line. Pools also require building, electrical, and plumbing permits.
An unfenced or improperly gated pool can result in immediate enforcement, code-official stop-use orders, and substantial fines. Drowning-related liability also follows from noncompliant barriers.
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