Above-ground pools in Westland deeper than 24 inches require a permit, barrier compliance, and electrical bonding, with the pool wall potentially counting as part of the required barrier.
Westland treats above-ground pools the same as in-ground pools when depth exceeds 24 inches, requiring a building permit under MRC Appendix G. The pool wall itself, if at least 48 inches high, may serve as the required barrier if climbable features like ladders are removable or lockable when not in use. A deck attached to an above-ground pool must have its own barrier with compliant gate hardware. Setbacks from property lines and overhead utility lines (typically 10 feet from electrical service drops) must be observed. Electrical bonding per NEC Article 680 is mandatory, including bonding of the pool structure, pump, and any metal deck components. Seasonal or portable pools deeper than 24 inches still require permitting.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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