NYS Residential Code Appendix G applies: pool barriers must be at least 48 inches high with self-closing, self-latching gates. Pool alarms required on pools built or substantially modified after Dec 14, 2006.
Under NYS Residential Code Appendix G (effective May 12, 2020), residential pool barriers must be 48 inches minimum, have a bottom gap no greater than 2 inches, self-closing and self-latching gates that open away from the pool with latch at least 40 inches above grade, and chain-link mesh no larger than 2¼ inches. Pool alarms meeting ASTM F2208 are required on pools built or substantially modified after Dec 14, 2006 (NY Executive Law §387(14); 19 NYCRR §1228.2). Temporary 48-inch barriers required during construction; permanent fence within 90 days.
Up to $5,000 per day of violation and/or 15 days imprisonment. Pool alarm signage violations: $500 first offense, $1,000 subsequent.
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