Above-ground pools in Westerville with water depth over 24 inches require a permit and must meet the same 48 inch barrier requirements as in-ground pools. Pool walls at least 48 inches with removable or lockable ladders can serve as the barrier.
Under OAC 4101:8 Section AG105, above-ground pools are subject to the same barrier rules as in-ground pools once water depth exceeds 24 inches. The pool wall itself may serve as the barrier if it is at least 48 inches above grade on all sides and the exterior surface is non-climbable. Any attached deck must have a compliant 48 inch barrier on the deck edge. Ladders must be removable and secured when the pool is unattended, or enclosed with a lockable ladder cage. Setbacks of 10 feet from side and rear property lines apply. Electrical for pumps and heaters must be bonded and on a GFCI circuit. Seasonal draining and winterization are the homeowner's responsibility; partially drained pools that collect stagnant water can trigger mosquito or nuisance complaints under Codified Ordinances 660.
Missing or defective ladder lockout: barrier violation, up to $150/day. Operating over 24 inch depth without permit: double permit fee and stop-use order.
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