An above-ground (onground) pool in Davis County can serve as its own barrier only if the wall, or a barrier mounted on it, is at least 48 inches high all around and access ladders or steps are removable, lockable, or separately fenced.
The Utah Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC 2021), Section 305.5, lets an onground pool wall - or a barrier mounted on top of it - act as the required barrier when the top is at least 48 inches above grade around the entire perimeter. Ladders or steps used for access must be capable of being secured, locked, or removed to prevent access, or be surrounded by their own barrier. Any opening created when a ladder is removed must not allow a 4-inch sphere to pass. Otherwise a standard 48-inch perimeter barrier is required. A building permit still applies.
Leaving a fixed ladder in place on an above-ground pool without a locking barrier means the pool lacks a compliant barrier and fails inspection - a serious child-drowning exposure.
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