Fair Lawn requires every private swimming pool to be enclosed by a self-closing, self-latching barrier at least four feet high to prevent unsupervised access by children.
Under Chapter 425, all outdoor pools must be completely enclosed by a fence or barrier at least 48 inches high with no openings exceeding four inches. Gates must be self-closing, self-latching, and open outward away from the pool, with latches mounted at least 54 inches above grade. The barrier must be in place before the pool is filled with water. Above-ground pools may use removable ladders meeting state barrier code as part of the enclosure. House walls forming part of the barrier require alarmed doors per the NJ Uniform Construction Code.
Failure to maintain a compliant barrier is a violation punishable by fines up to $1,250 and may trigger pool drainage orders.
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