Above-ground pools >24 inches deep in Fresno County subject to CA Pool Safety Act β barrier/ladder removal required. Permit from County Building Dept needed for pools >18 inches deep or >5,000 gallons.
CA Building Code treats pools/spas deeper than 18 inches as regulated pools. Above-ground pools require either 60-inch enclosure OR removable/lockable ladder. Structural permit required from Fresno County Building Division for permanent installations. Electrical permit required for pumps/heaters. This above ground pools rule under Fresno County's swimming pools ordinances applies to unincorporated areas of Fresno County. For current statutory text, amendments, enforcement procedures, fines, appeal options, and any exemptions that may apply to your situation, contact Fresno County code enforcement directly or consult the official California municipal code library. Ordinances change periodically; always verify with local staff before relying on summary information.
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