Above-ground pools deeper than 24 inches in Brookhaven must meet the same 48-inch barrier requirements as in-ground pools. Pool walls of 48+ inches may serve as the barrier if ladders are secured or removed when not in use. Building permits required.
Under Brookhaven's adopted Georgia Residential Code standards, above-ground pools deeper than 24 inches must comply with the same barrier requirements as in-ground pools. If pool walls are at least 48 inches tall, they may serve as the barrier provided access ladders are secured or removed when the pool is not in use. Pools elevated on decks must have a self-latching gate. Building permits are required for all pools deeper than 24 inches.
Unpermitted pools: removal or retroactive permit with double fees. Safety violations: immediate correction required. Fines $100 to $500.
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