Above-ground pools over 18 inches deep are subject to the same California Swimming Pool Safety Act barrier requirements as in-ground pools. Removable ladders that lock may satisfy some barrier requirements. Small kiddie pools under 18 inches are exempt.
CA H&S Code §115921 applies to all private pools over 18 inches in depth, including above-ground pools. Above-ground pools with lockable or removable ladders may use the ladder removal as part of a compliant barrier system, but the pool walls alone must be at least 48 inches high as measured from the outside ground level, or a separate compliant fence must be provided. For post-2018 pools, a second safety feature is still required. Small wading/kiddie pools under 18 inches in depth are exempt from fencing requirements but should be emptied when not in use and supervised. Contact Tracy Building Safety (209-831-6400) for permit requirements based on pool size.
Above-ground pools over 18 inches without compliant barriers: building code violation.
Tracy, CA
Tracy Municipal Code Chapter 5.08 (Animals) prohibits keeping any animal or bird that by frequent or long-continued loud noise disturbs the comfort or repose...
Tracy, CA
Tracy Municipal Code Chapter 4.12 restricts the operation of pile drivers, hammers, and heavy construction equipment to the hours before 10 PM. After-hours c...
Tracy, CA
Tracy Municipal Code Article 9 (§4.12.710-§4.12.800) sets sound-level limits at residential property lines by zone and bans motorized refrigeration units run...
Tracy, CA
Tracy Municipal Code Chapter 3.08 governs street parking. The 72-hour maximum parking rule applies to all vehicles. RVs and large commercial vehicles on city...
Tracy, CA
Tracy restricts commercial vehicles and semi-trucks from parking on residential streets except during active loading and unloading. TMC Chapter 3.08 governs ...
Tracy, CA
Tracy requires all parking areas, including driveways, to be paved with an approved surfacing material under TMC §10.08.3530. Parking on unpaved surfaces is ...
Side-by-side rule comparisons with other cities in San Joaquin County.
See how other cities in San Joaquin County handle above-ground pools.
See how Tracy's above-ground pools rules stack up against other locations.
Quick Compare
Help us keep this page accurate. If you notice an error or outdated information, let us know.