Above-ground pools, spas, and hot tubs over 18 inches deep are private pools in Pico Rivera and require a building permit plus a compliant 60-inch barrier. The pool wall may serve as the barrier only if it meets the height and non-climbable standards of the California Pool Safety Act.
Pico Rivera Municipal Code Title 15 defines a private pool to include any pool or spa over 18 inches deep, so an above-ground pool over that depth needs a building permit and must meet the California Swimming Pool Safety Act (Health and Safety Code Section 115922). The pool wall may act as the barrier only if its top is at least 60 inches above outside grade with no climbable handholds or footholds. Any ladder or steps must be removable, lockable, or behind a self-closing, self-latching gate. Where the wall is under 60 inches, a separate barrier is required. Setbacks are set by zoning Chapter 18.42; confirm with the Planning Division at (562) 801-4332.
Installing an above-ground pool over 18 inches deep without a building permit, or without a barrier and removable or lockable ladder meeting the California Pool Safety Act, is a code violation. The Building Division may order the pool drained or
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