Clovis, CA Swimming Pools & Spas: Fencing & Safety Requirements (2026)
Key Facts
- State Law
- CA H&S §115920
- Barrier Height
- 60 inches minimum
- Gate
- Self-closing/self-latching
- Extra Feature
- 1 of 7 required
- Applies To
- Pools >18 inches deep
Summary
Pool enclosure required per CA Building Code Ch. 31 / CBC §3109 and CA H&S §115920 (Pool Safety Act). Clovis enforces 60-inch minimum barrier, self-closing/self-latching gates, no gaps >4 inches. Applies to pools deeper than 18 inches.
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. (3) A manually operated or power-operated safety pool cover that is accompanied by a label verifying that the cover meets the specifications of the ASTM International F1346-23 standard. (4) Exit alarms on the private single-family home’s doors and windows that provide direct access to the swimming pool or spa without any intervening enclosure. Whenever any door or window is opened or left ajar, exit alarms shall make either an au
Full Breakdown
Clovis adopts CA Building Code and CA H&S §115920-115929. Barriers: 60" minimum height, maximum 2" ground clearance, no footholds, openings that prevent passage of a 4" sphere. Gates must open outward from pool, self-close, self-latch with release 54"+ above ground. CMC §5 references Health & Safety Code. In addition to the barrier, one of the following safety features is required: safety pool cover, pool alarm, self-closing door alarms, or removable mesh fence with self-closing gate (7 options per §115922).
Violations & Fines
Failure to maintain barrier: code enforcement, potential misdemeanor per CA H&S §115925, $500+ fines.
Frequently Asked Questions
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