Residential swimming pools in Seminole must have a barrier complying with the Florida Building Code Residential Swimming Pool Safety Act. Barriers must be at least four feet high with self-closing, self-latching gates.
Pool barrier requirements in Seminole are governed by the Florida Building Code and the Residential Swimming Pool Safety Act, Chapter 515 of the Florida Statutes. Every new residential pool must include a barrier at least 48 inches high with no gaps, footholds, or openings allowing a 4-inch sphere through. Gates must open outward away from the pool and be self-closing and self-latching with the latch at least 54 inches above grade. Alternatives include approved pool covers, exit alarms on doors leading to the pool, and self-closing devices on doors. The City of Seminole's Building Division enforces these requirements at permit and final inspection.
Operating a pool without an approved barrier is a second-degree misdemeanor under Florida Statute 515.27 and triggers code enforcement action and inspection failures.
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