Swimming pools in Fountain must be enclosed by a barrier meeting International Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) requirements: minimum 48 inches, self-closing/self-latching gates. Permits are required through PPRBD.
Colorado has adopted the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) and Fountain follows these standards through PPRBD permits. Pool barriers must be at least 48 inches tall, with openings no larger than 4 inches. Gates must be self-closing, self-latching, with latch at least 54 inches high or on the pool side. The barrier must be fully complete before the pool is filled with water. House walls serving as part of the barrier require door/window alarms. All pool work requires building, electrical, and mechanical permits from PPRBD (719-327-2880).
Non-compliant barriers: immediate correction order. Fines $100 to $500. Significant liability for drowning incidents.
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Fountain enforces noise control under its municipal code (available via Municode). The Colorado state noise framework (C.R.S. §25-12-103) establishes baselin...
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