Above-ground pools over 24 inches deep require Babylon building permit under Ch 89. Pools with 48-inch+ wall may use wall as barrier with lockable or removable ladder. Setback 10 ft from property lines typical.
Town of Babylon treats above-ground pools over 24 inches deep as regulated structures requiring Chapter 89 building permit. Above-ground pools with side walls of at least 48 inches satisfy barrier height if ladder is removable or lockable when pool not in use (NY Residential Code AG105.2). Setbacks match in-ground: typically 10 feet from side/rear property lines. Pool decks/platforms attached to above-ground pools may require separate deck permit.
Above-ground pool without permit: Ch 89 violation 500-2500 dollars, removal possible. Ladder left accessible creating barrier breach: same fine range.
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