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