All residential pools require a barrier at least 60 inches (5 ft) high with self-closing, self-latching gates per CA H&SC §115920–115929 and CA Building Code Title 24.
Pool fencing in Santa Paula must comply with California Health & Safety Code §115920-115929 and Building Code Title 24 Section 3109. Barriers must be at least 60 inches high with no climbable features, maximum 4-inch openings, and self-closing, self-latching gates that swing away from the pool. The latch mechanism must be at least 60 inches above grade on the pool side. Building permits are processed through Santa Paula Community Development at (805) 933-4214.
Missing or non-compliant pool barrier: $500 per day under California Building Code requirements. Immediate correction required. Pool without required fencing: red-tagged until compliant. Failure to install required safety features after notice: $1,000 per day. Property owners may also face civil liability for injuries caused by inadequate pool barriers.
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