Above-ground pools in Harris County holding more than 24 inches of water must comply with Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 757 pool barrier requirements. Electrical connections require permits under the county fire code. No separate county above-ground pool ordinance exists.
Texas HSC Chapter 757 applies to above-ground pools containing more than 24 inches of water, requiring the same safety barriers as in-ground pools: minimum 48-inch fence, self-closing gates, and door alarms. Harris County fire code requires electrical permits for pool pump and filter connections. Above-ground pools in FEMA flood zones may need a floodplain development permit if they create an obstruction to flood flows. The county does not require a separate pool construction permit for above-ground pools but the barrier and electrical requirements still apply. Subdivision deed restrictions commonly restrict or prohibit above-ground pools.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Harris County code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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