Grand Rapids requires residential swimming pools to be enclosed by a barrier at least 48 inches high with self-closing, self-latching gates. This follows the Michigan Residential Code pool barrier standards.
Under Grand Rapids building regulations and the Michigan Residential Code, all residential swimming pools must have a safety barrier at least 48 inches (4 feet) high. Gates must be self-closing and self-latching with latches positioned on the pool side at least 54 inches above grade. The barrier must not have openings that allow passage of a 4-inch sphere. Pools must be located in rear yards only, with setbacks from property lines. A building permit is required for pool installation.
Non-compliant pool barriers result in building code violations and required corrective work. Pool permits may be denied or revoked.
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