Anaheim, CA Swimming Pools & Spas: Fencing & Safety Requirements (2026)
Key Facts
- Barrier Height
- 60 inches minimum
- Gate
- Self-closing, self-latching
- Bonding
- All metal within 5 ft
- Code
- AMC 6.56 / CBC
Summary
Anaheim requires pool barriers per AMC 6.56 and California Building Code. Minimum 60-inch barriers with self-closing, self-latching gates. All metal within 5 feet of pool water must be bonded to pool shell reinforcement.
(a) Except as provided in Section 115925, subject to subdivision (b), and consistent with Section 1596.814, when a building permit is issued for the construction of a new swimming pool or spa or the remodeling of an existing swimming pool or spa at a private single-family home, the respective swimming pool or spa shall be equipped with at least two of the following seven drowning prevention safety features: (1) An enclosure that meets the requirements of Section 115923 and isolates the swimming pool or spa from the private single-family home. (2) Removable mesh fencing that meets the ASTM International F2286 standard in conjunction with a gate that is self-closing and self-latching and can accommodate a key lockable device.
Full Breakdown
AMC Section 6.56 and the California Building Code require barriers around all swimming pools, spas, and hot tubs in Anaheim. Barriers must be at least 60 inches high with no openings allowing passage of a 4-inch sphere. Gates must swing away from the pool and be self-closing with self-latching devices. When the latch mechanism is less than 54 inches from ground, it must be on the pool side at least 3 inches below the top. All metal surfaces including fences, flashings, motors, sliding doors, post bases, building weep screed, switches, rebar or mesh in concrete decking within 5 feet of pool water must be bonded to pool shell reinforcement per electrical code. Building permit applications must include two sets of plans (minimum 18x24) with plot plans showing fence and gate details, cross sections with dimensions from property line to property line, and engineered construction plans.
Violations & Fines
Non-compliant barrier: correction notice with deadline. No barrier: immediate hazard abatement. Failed bonding inspection: electrical rework required. Fines for non-compliance.
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