Pools deeper than 24 inches must be enclosed by a barrier at least 48 inches (4 feet) tall on the outside-facing side. Gates must be self-closing and self-latching, with no gap allowing a 4-inch sphere through any opening.
Roswell applies the Georgia State Minimum Standard Swimming Pool and Spa Code (based on the ISPSC) to all residential pools. Required barrier elements include: (1) minimum 48-inch height on the side facing away from the pool, (2) ground-to-fence gap of 4 inches maximum (2 inches on loose substrates like mulch or gravel), (3) openings small enough that a 4-inch sphere cannot pass through, (4) self-closing and self-latching gates with the latch at least 54 inches above the ground or on the pool side, (5) walls of the dwelling can be used as part of the barrier if doors leading to the pool have an alarm or self-closing/self-latching feature. Permits and inspections are required at fence installation and pool completion through Roswell Community Development.
Non-compliant pool barriers fail final inspection and prevent occupancy of the pool. Operating a pool without a compliant barrier is a Building Code violation citable in Municipal Court with fines up to $1,000 per day, and creates significant civil liability after any drowning incident.
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