Pool fencing in unincorporated Travis County follows the International Residential Code as adopted by the county via TX H&SC 757. Minimum 48-inch barrier, self-closing/self-latching gates, and approved safety features required for residential pools.
TX H&SC Chapter 757 requires enclosure fencing for pools deeper than 18 inches at multifamily and public facilities. For single-family homes, Travis County enforces IRC Appendix G requirements through on-site sewage and floodplain reviews where applicable. Enforcement is primarily via state law and insurance underwriting.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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