California Health and Safety Code §115920 (Swimming Pool Safety Act) requires all new and remodeled pools in Fresno to have at least two of seven drowning-prevention safety features. The most common pair is an enclosure fence at least 60 inches tall with self-closing self-latching outward-opening gate, plus self-closing devices on doors leading to the pool.
California Swimming Pool Safety Act (H&S §§115920-115929) as amended by SB 442 (2017) applies to all pools and spas permitted after January 1, 2018. Two of seven features required: (1) enclosure fence per §115923 (60 inches min, gaps under 4 inches, self-closing/latching outward-opening gate, latch 60 inches above grade); (2) approved safety cover per ASTM F1346; (3) exit alarms on every door leading from the house to the pool; (4) self-closing self-latching devices on all doors to the pool at least 54 inches above floor; (5) removable mesh pool fencing with self-closing self-latching gate; (6) pool alarm per ASTM F2208; (7) other means providing equal or greater protection approved by the building official. Fresno inspects at permit final. Existing pools are grandfathered until a major remodel is permitted. Retrofits to rental housing and STRs are generally required at tenant turnover under local rental rules. Drowning is the leading cause of accidental death for children 1-4 in California; H&S §115920 is strictly interpreted.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Fresno code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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