Showing ordinances that apply to Lake Darby, OH
Lake Darby is an unincorporated community (population 4,731) in Franklin County, Ohio. Because Lake Darby is not an incorporated city, it does not have its own municipal code. Instead, Franklin County ordinances apply directly to properties here. The above-ground pools rules below are the ones that govern your area.
Franklin County above-ground pools over 24 inches deep require building permits under OAC 4101:8 and Ohio Residential Code Appendix G. Pools with walls at least 48 inches high may serve as their own barrier if the ladder is removable or lockable when not in use. Zoning setbacks (typically 10 feet from property lines in Columbus and 10 to 15 feet in suburbs) apply. Temporary inflatable pools under 24 inches may be exempt.
Permit typically 150 to 250 dollars for above-ground. Electrical permit required for pump circuit (GFCI protected, bonded). Homeowners association approval required where HOA exists. Must not be placed over easements or septic systems. Decks attached to above-ground pools require separate permit and their own barrier compliance. Pool heaters and gas lines require separate mechanical permit.
Above-ground without permit: stop-use, 2x permit fee plus daily fines. Improper barrier when ladder not removable: 250 dollars per violation. Setback violation: may require pool relocation.
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